Herbs Seeds For Sale In San Jose

Excellent cut or dried flower. The roots are anti-inflammatory and are used as a galactagogue -- an agent that increases milk flow in nursing mothers. Native of Tibet with showy masses of violet-blue globe-like flowers from July to August.

The roots are also a source of the insecticide rotenone. Grows throughout eastern and central North America but is endangered in Ontario due to habitat loss. The roots are tonic, diuretic and diaphoretic.

Leaves and roots are effective against flu, encephalitis, measles, hepatitis, and mumps. Considered antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory. (Da qing; Qiug dai) Contains indican and isatin B, both of which can be converted to indigo.

Superb variety, excellent for Vietnamese and Thai cooking. Strongest scent and flavour of all the Thai basils.

Eyewash is reputed to strengthen weak eyes. Striking brilliant blue blossoms, infused in water, have both curative and calming action for nervous disorders.

No special requirements, but germination may be slow and erratic. Small seeds (thyme, savory, marjoram, oregano) can be gently pressed onto surface of the soil—don't cover or bury seed.

The completely white beets won't ever stain your clothes or your tablecloth! This heirloom beet from Holland has a delicious, sweet flavour. Something different to try in the garden.

White-pink flowers resemble turtle heads. Good tonic during convalescence. (Balmony; Bitter herb) Used for poor appetite, indigestion, general debility, constipation, piles, worms.

Height up to 3ft (90cm) Leaves have pungent yet pleasant, cress-like flavour. Umbel stems continue to be sold as natural toothpicks in the Middlle East and Asia. They are known to act against kidney stones, angina pectoris, muscle spasms, gastrointestinal...

The leaves, roots and fruits are astringent and can be used for colds, stomachache, diarrhea, dysentery, and as a gargle for sore throat. A refreshing lemonade drink can be made from the fruits by soaking them in water for 10-30 minutes.

It has become extinct in many areas and is now cultivated to a large extent in British Columbia, Ontario and Wisconsin. We offer high quality stratified seeds. The following spring, the seedlings appear, and in 3 to 6 years they mature.

The flavour is fruity and smokey, and while they have some heat, the pickled fruits are perfect for those who do not like their chiles to start a fire. The name translates as "little beak" in reference to the small pointy ends at the bottom of the fruits.

Check the code at the end of the description for specific germination requirements. Germination code: (4) Apply 1 cup of TSC's Complete fertilizer per 5 row feet, and 1 inch of compost.

Best sown outdoors in spring. As the story goes, Napoleon brought seeds back from Egypt for his wife Josephine and she so loved the plant that she called it "mignonette" or "little darling." It later became a favourite in Victorian England especially...

Leaves are a light golden colour. Good summer green performing best in hot weather. Succulent leaves are popular in France for salads, cooked greens or in soups. Much improved over its wild relative.

The oil from the seeds is used to treat leprosy and skin diseases, and the leaves are used in poultices to treat wounds. Will withstand only a few degrees of freezing, but plantations are now established in several southern U.S. states.

Hardy shrub with yellow flowers that appear before the leaves in spring. Forsythiaside found in the fruits is effective against a wide spectrum of bacteria and fungi. Ornamental hybrids and cultivars are common throughout North America; however our seed...

One of four herbs in the Essiac anti-cancer formula. Useful for skin diseases, including eczema. Roots of this common wildplant are said to have “blood-purifying” properties. Recent medical evidence supports folkloric use for tumours.

Can be used wherever sage is used when a more subtle flavour is desired. Indispensable for its use in traditional Eastern Canadian dishes like potato stuffing. Soothes and aids in digestion.

ERFURTER is rich in medicinal mucilage, up to 10%. Noted for soothing irritations and inflammations of the skin, throat, eyes, lungs and urinary organs.

May be slow and erratic to germinate. Start seeds 6-8 weeks before anticipated transplant date. Larger seeds need to be covered with soil at least as thick as the seed itself. Transplant tender herbs after last frost when weather has stabilized.

I use NO chemicals, either natural or man-made, and no products are GMOs. I grow many lesser-known crops that are not widely available from other sources. Makes a great substitute for cilantro during the hot summer months.

Cheery garden plants. Important dyeplant: flowerheads yield bright yellow-orange shades for fabrics.

Bushy basil that has tiny leaves! Small green leaves, plants resemble compact boxwood bushes, round top, great flavor.

The large curly leaves are 4" wide by 6" long and are borne on a compact plant. Most seeds are naturally grown. Our vegetable seeds do especially well in hot, humid climates where vegetable production can be difficult.

Two or more plants are needed for pollination. But there is renewed interest in this, North Americas largest native fruit. The yellow fruits form in hanging clusters somewhat like bananas and have a sweet custard-like flesh with an exotic mango-banana...