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However, internal consumption, such as in the form of herbal tea , is discouraged, as it can cause serious liver damage. A tea is made from the dried leaves and roots. * The peeled roots are cut up and added to soups.

* The root is said to have a beneficial effect on the liver, stomach and spleen and may be taken to relieve indigestion and counteract liver malfunction. * Does well along woods edges as a background plant in perennial gardens.

Other names include 'Yellow Gentian', 'Bitter Root', 'Bitterwort', 'Centiyane', and 'Genciana'. It is especially useful in states of exhaustion from chronic disease and in all cases of debility, weakness of the digestive system and lack of appetite.

The name comes from German edel (meaning noble ) and weiss (meaning white ). The scientific name, Leontopodium , means " lion's paw" and is derived from the Greek words leon (lion) and podion (diminutive of pous , foot).

It is a perennial plant growing to 0.6-2 m (1 -2 feet) tall, with clustered orange or yellow flowers from early summer to early fall. It was much used by the North American Indians and acquired a reputation as a heal-all amongst the earlier white settlers.

Many resources suggest that Trailing Chenille is only cold hardy to zone 10 but we have grown it for years as a ground cover under varying conditions and have seen it take 15 o F more than once only to return in spring.

* The leaves can also be harvested in late summer and dried for later use. The North American populations may, however, be naturalised from early human introduction. An essential oil from the leaves is used as a flavouring.

Native to moist prairies and sedge meadows. All spikes of purple flowers appear in July and August. It is also used in treating kidney diseases. It is commonly grown in gardens for its showy purple flowers (pink or white in some cultivars).

Bred in Canada, so you know it's cold-hardy. An exciting variety for the garden or landscape. Substantial flower heads turn a rich burgundy in late summer, well before most ornamental grasses change hue - dramatic! Deep-green foliage is graceful, narrow...

Do not plant Soapwort near ponds or streams as the saponin in it is deadly to fish and other organisms. Use Soapwort or Bouncingbet as a groundcover, as a companion for larger growing perennials, or allow it to spill over walls and from containers.

For the best results provide your Lantana with an average to well draining soil with average moisture in an area that gets 6 hours or more of sun per day. They can be cut back to near ground level in winter.

* Upright stems topped by 1/2-1" flowers in a branched flower head, white, green, or yellowish; grows in wet, grassy subalpine meadows and open woods; flowers in June or July; attractive pleated leaves, to 1' long, 6" wide; native from northern Europe...

These magnificent Iris provide lots of flowers in early summer on tall stems in sunny to partially shaded areas of the garden. Dreaming Orange Iris has pristine pure white and golden yellow flowers that are radiant.

Imported from Holland, this outstanding iris has rigid spreading standards with deep, pendulous falls. Stunning in bouquets on a white linen tablecloth. Very hardy from zones 3-9. Order early - limited supply available!

Blooms mid-season and then again in the fall. Grows to 32" tall. Alluring fragrance and luminous magenta rose coloring garners attention as a must have iris.

The Bandana Lantanas are a 2013 Louisiana Super Plant selection and have received high marks in trials across much of the US. The Bandana series of Lantana are compact mounding plants growing to 18-24"H x 18-24"W with excellent flower power producing...

Multiple plants per pot. This is an easy to grow and drought tolerant perennial that readily multiplies from offsets as well as seeds. Apparently there is a small amount of nitrates that fall with the rain which signals the plants to flower.

The active ingredient Thujone is said to create a clear headed intoxication and is also reputed to be dangerous in excess. Vincent van Gogh and Ernest Hemingway were Absinthe drinkers.

Very hardy and deer resistant. Only 1-inch tall, but very fast spreading, with plenty of tiny white flowers in springtime. Try these flat cushions of dense, moss-green for edging moist, shady nooks in the garden.

Easy to grow plants reach 12'' tall and bloom throughout the summer in sunny to partially shaded areas without any special care. Blooming in shades of pink, lavender, red and white, the unique flowers from this hardy carnation create attention when they...

Large pyramidal clusters of 1" long, tubular, light lemon yellow flowers are produced throughout summer on this vigorous and easy to grow tropical to subtropical shrub or root hardy perennial.

Red Astilbe is an elegant introduction with the brightest red flowers of any Astilbe. Can be used in rain gardens and cut arrangements. Deer resistant. Grows 2 feet tall, forming a mound 18 inches wide.

This ground cover lends beautiful cover under our old holly tree at Fordhook Farm. Grows well in dry areas without much care. Through most of the summer, the dense mats are covered with bright, low spikes of lavender-pink.

This is a fairly large growing Iris that flowers in midseason. Consider fertilizing them if needed during these growing periods if soils are poor. Images courtesy of AgriStarts, all rights reserved.

Provide a full to mostly sunny location in a fertile, well-drained soil for the best results. Esperanzas are root hardy, die-back perennials into zone 8 and can become large shrubs to small trees in tropical climates.

A pleasant mild flavour, with a similar texture to the leaves, they make a pleasant and pretty addition to the salad bowl. * 2 1/2" deep purple flowers on a plant that resembles a small hollyhock; likes full sun; biennial or perennial; native to Europe,...

An upright perennial that may spread vigorously if grown in the ground via underground runners. Makes a beautiful and easy container specimen. Sweetly fragrant, 6" deep pink bloom clusters are borne atop the dark glossy green heart-shaped foliage.