Seeds Herb Plug Trays For Sale In International

Leaves contain the intensely sweet compound hernandulcin (1000 times sweeter than sugar) but high camphor content makes them unsuitable for use as a sugar substitute. Mexican herb used since at least the time of the Aztecs for coughs, colds, bronchitis,...

Ht. 30-45cm/12-18”. Has characteristic dark red or reddish purple stems and dark green leaves. Excellent sweet scent and flavour. It is the source of spearmint oil used mainly to flavour chewing gum.

Mowing a mint-encroached lawn is so pleasant when the fragrance of mint erupts -- so much so that one is tempted to let it run! The word "mint" derives from the Greek legend of a nymph named who inspired the jealousy of a goddess and was transformed to...

Richters holds exclusive propagation rights in Canada. We don't normally think of mints as ornamental but the late mint breeder extraordinaire, Jim Westerfield, found a way to make this mint look like a million bucks! Its pink puff flowers appearing in...

Decoction is useful for bladder and kidney complaints, and has the ability to curdle milk (hence its other name, cheese rennet). (Lady's bedstraw) Tops and roots are sources of yellow and red dyes.

Its not only cold hardy, but tolerates heat quite well also, making it a good choice for southern regions. Spread 2-4ft (60-120cm). Arp rosemary has small, needle-like, sage-green foliage with a familiar flavour and aroma.

A striking container plant for patios and balcony gardens. It has been used as a medicinal herb since Roman times, the infusion used to quiet upset stomach and promote appetite; however, it is not well metabolized by the liver and should be used sparingly.

Non-flowering form of the Roman variety; suited for lawns and pathways.

To keep mint's overly-friendly tendencies in check in the mixed border, be sure and contain it in a large pot or bottomless bucket sunk into the ground. A beautiful mint for container gardens, the glossy green and white foliage will revert to green unless...

A real treat for discriminating noses! As we suspected, most are pretty much the same as true peppermint, but one strain surprised us. Hard to pin down as truly 'chocolate', but its clean fragrance of peppermint is overlaid by something else that adds...

Also in homemade sausage, omelettes, cheese and bean dishes. The main culinary varieties popular with onions for poultry stuffing and for flavouring rich meats like pork or duck. Sage tea gargle is valuable for sore throat.

Smaller leaves are more concentrated in flavour and a little will go a long way. True French sorrel, although garden sorrel is much more commonly used for sorrel soup.

Medicinal activity has not been tested but is likely to be similar to the purple variety. Rich reddish-purple daisies appear from July to September. Showy white variety. Said to increase bodily resistance to infection by strengthening the immune system.

Excellent for bedding, edging and container use. Show-stopping pink and cerise flowers on intensely fragrant grey-green plants. Ht. 45-60cm/18-24”.

Studies suggest that it is not effective. Claimed to keep mosquitoes, black flies and other biting insects at bay. But even if it has no effect, its refreshing citronella scent and ease of culture make it worthwhile.

Ht. 30-60cm/1-2ft. Very effective as an edging for gardens and along pathways. Flowers dry well for arrangements. Forms beautiful dense carpets covered with masses of purple flowers in late summer.

Ht. 25-60cm/10-24". A terrific new lavender from Holland with deep violet-blue flowers and a nice compact mounding growth habit. Very hardy and adaptable to both dry and wetter growing conditions.

Its fruity taste carries a hint of ginger. The attractive plant brightens up the herb garden, while the leaves bring a refreshing flavour to the kitchen in fruit salads, with melon and with tomatoes.

Ht. 3-8cm (1-3in). Grows in dense mats that produce masses of light mauve-blue flowers in late spring. (Slender speedwell) Low ground cover for sun or shade. It is a fast grower but it is also easy to contain because it does not spread by seed.

Also used in Chinese medicine. Aphrodisiac, said to “secure the favour of the ladies”. Slightly bitter tisane is of very old usage as a digestive and sedative nightcap. Historically associated with sorcerers and witches, bestowing magical powers to...

Richters holds exclusive propagation rights in Canada. As mint breeder Jim Westerfield once told us, "The first time I smelled this hybrid a voice in my head said ‘Cotton Candy'.

In Vietnam, it is traditionally added to salads and served with fish and duck eggs. You can cut it repeatedly and it bounces back every time. Grow indoors or out in good light. Here is your answer: this herb from Vietnam has strong flavour very similar...

Prefered culinary variety. Stately variety with large, dark green leaves and deep blue flowers; vigorous upright growth habit.

Low creeping habit; excellent ground cover. Scented leaves hint of lime. Lime-green coloured leaves.

Leaves and flowers make a pleasant, soothing tisane. Showy flower in a mixture of red tones.

Richters holds exclusive propagation rights in Canada. One of many remarkable mint creations from the late mint breeder Jim Westerfield. RICHTERS EXCLUSIVE CANADIAN INTRODUCTION. Leaves can be used fresh chopped or as a garnish.

0.4% parthenolide. A medical survey in England indicates that 1 to 4 leaves of feverfew infused in a tea or eaten in a sandwich daily reduce the number and severity of migraine attacks in some sufferers.