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The plants listed below are some of our favorites, easy to grow for any level gardener and in almost any soil, most also grow well in containers. Be sure to read the exciting news about lemon grass! Annual (A) /Perennial (P) /B Biennial (B)-Plant two consecutive seasons for perennial supply - based USDA Zone 7. A-D E-I J-M N-S T-Z Fabulous Flowers
Agastache 'Apricot Sprite' (P)Height 18'- apricot flower spikes above fragrant foliage; ornamental, teas & beverages, butterflies Aloe Vera (A) grow indoors in bright light; gel from split leaf used for burns ,scratches, wrinkles, insect bites Basil (A) Large leafed sweet-great for pesto, anything using tomatoes, the best all-purpose basil Cinnamon -Wonderful cinnamon flavor and fragrance; makes a wonderful jelly Opal-a sweet basil with purple/bronze foliage, makes a beautiful red basil vinegar Lemon-lemon scented basil; great for cooking, teas & potpourri Bay (A) easy to grow indoors; lovely green leaves add fabulous flavor to meat, fish, and poultry. Black Pearl Pepper(A)-Dark foliage with round hot peppers in red, green, purple and black. Boneset(P)-height 1-5',enhances immune system, fights colds, flu-not for long term use Borage (A)young leaves and flowers used in salads and summer drinks, "herb of gladness" Burnet,Salad(P)-Lovely & delicious addition to any garden! Leaves have a slightly nutty, cucumber flavor. Excellent in salads, soups, cream cheese; improves skin in facial treatments. 10"; sun/light shade. Calendula (A) -1-2' tall, Large, double flowers in oranges and yellows. Flower petals used for color and flavor in salads, soups, omelets; essential in cosmetic, skin care and first-aid lotions, ointments and creams. Carob (A)chocolate substitute, beautiful indoor plant . Catnip (P)cat's delight; excellent relaxing tea, good for colds and fevers Chamomile (P-Relaxing tea, great in the bath to sooth skin irritations, good for eczema Chervil (A) -Fine cut , aromatic leaves used for soups, fish, vegetables, cheese, salads, herb butters Chinese Wolfberry (P)Sweet berries eaten as a snack, young leaves and shoots popular as cooked greens in Canton; stimulate tissue development, increase white blood cell count, strengthen bone, muscles and vision Chives (P) Onion-round blade, may use blade leaf or flowers for delicate onion flavor Garlic-flat blade, may use blade or flower for light garlic flavor Cilantro(Leaf)/Coriander (A) -The plant is Cilantro, while the seeds are Coriander. Distinctive flavor. Enjoys cooler temps, leaf cilantro will require multiple plantings throughout the growing season for steady supply. Citronella-(A) Really a scented geranium, simply brush leaves to release citronella scent; deters mosquitoes/insects. Comfrey (P)-used for healing wounds Costmary (P)-"Bible leaf plant", sweet scented leaves used in herb pillows, teas, soups and salads Curry Plant (P) -Soft gray/white foliage similar to lavender; small yellow button flowers, height to 30", small shrub. Oil from the Curry scented foliage used to enhance fruit flavors in confections and perfumes. Not Curry spice which is a mix of spices. Dill (A)-Soft leaves and seeds used to flavor salads, sauces, pickles, vinegars, soups, stews, chicken, lamb, fish Echinacea purpurea (p) Wonderful lavender/purple flowers; root used to boost immune system Elecampane(P) dried root for cough; flowers yield orange & yellow dye Eucalyptus (P) Citriodora-great to repel mosquitoes, wonderful lemon scent Silver dollar -silvery foliage glows in the moonlight, used for fragrance in arrangements, wreaths Fennel-sweet (P)-Delicate lacy green foliage,used in soups, salads, stews, with fish; calming tea, excellent for skin; attracts butterflies Florence Fennel (P)-this variety forms a bulbous base which has light anise flavor, used raw in salads or sautéed in soups, casseroles. Feverfew (P) -the migraine herb; leaves eaten fresh or in tea for migraines, tension, and arthritis; flowers used in potpourri & wreaths. Attractive in the garden or containers. Fo-Ti (P) oriental "elixir of life", one of the widely used tonic herbs in Chinese medicine; climber with lovely green foliage, delicate flower sprays. Roots used medicinally French Tarragon (P)-Sun, light, well-drained soil. Enticing, distinctive flavor; use in vinegars, butters, omelets, meats, poultry. German Myrtle (P)wonderful houseplant, great topiary plant, leaves may be used like bay; fragrant white flowers; traditional wedding herb Germander (P) Green-glossy green leaves, dark lavender flowers White- silvery foliage, lavender flowers
Provence -leaves as well as flowers used for lavender fragrance Spanish-beautiful, lavender petal wings on darker purple flowers Lemon Balm (P-wonderful lemon fragrance and flavor Leaf Celery (A)-wonderful leafy foliage, similar to lovage, with strong celery fragrance and flavor Lemon Grass (A)strong lemon flavor and scent Licorice (A)-roots used for sweetener, anti-inflammatory Lovage (P) -Celery flavored leaves used in soups, stews, salads, casseroles; Strong, tall foliage, excellent background for flowering plants Marjoram-variegated (P)-green/white foliage, wonderful marjoram flavor Mint (P): Lime-mint with a dash of sweet lime Apple-gray/green leaves, apple scent Chocolate-like a mint patty Kentucky Colonel spearmint-the best spearmint Ginger -hint of spicy ginger Orange -hint of citrus Variegated peppermint -refreshing Blackberry-dark stems, low growing, like blackberry jam with mint Sweet lemon-fruity with citrus edge Hazelnut -fragrance of fresh hazelnut coffee, with a dash of cream Lavender-strong lavender mint fragrance Variegated Pineapple- One of the prettiest and most fragrant, strong pineapple aroma Lime Splash -bold lime flavor Sweet Berry - fresh berries with cream Motherwort (P)-gentle sedative, used for cramps, PMS
Oregano (P) Italian-strong flavor, more upright growth habit Greek-lower growing, excellent flavor Parsley (B) Easy to grow, indoors or out, use fresh or dried; improves the flavor on almost any food! Triple Curled-the frilly variety most often seen as a garnish Flat Italian-leaves are flat and slightly larger, some feel the flavor is stronger than curled parsley Pennyroyal (P)-low growing carpet with strong mint fragrance; Great insect repelling properties Prunella (self-heal) (P)-wound healer, great ground cover Rosemary (P) Upright-height 3-5';fragrance, flavoring, lavender flowers Creeping -trailing form, ideal for planters, over walls Sage (P) Garden-culinary, medicinal, green foliage Pineapple-beautiful red flower spikes attract hummingbirds, leaves smell like pineapple, good for cooking/drinks/teas Mexican-height 6', purple & white flower spikes are a magnet for butterflies Tri-color-red/white/green foliage, classic sage flavor Golden-green/gold foliage, classic sage flavor Santolina-Green (P) -small shrub, fine green foliage with fresh pine-like scent; small yellow flowers used in potpourris & wreaths. Dried foliage bunches hung in closets to repel moths. Scullcap (P)-Chinese medicinal herb St. Johns Wort (P)natural anti-depressant Stevia (A)-300 hundred x sweeter than sugar-no calories Sweet Annie (P)-lacy foliage, tiny white flowers; fragrant; used for wreaths, potpourri Sweet Violets (P)-flowers and leaves used; syrups, teas, fragrance
Tansy (P)-height to 6',fern-like foliage, yellow button flowers, natural insect repellent Thyme (P) a must have for seasoning; great for teas, bath soak for sore muscles Creeping -low growing, good for teas, cooking Variegated lemon-more low shrub-like, lemon flavor and fragrance Lime-low growing, sweet lime flavor, wonderful fragrance Wooly-lovely creeper with gray, wooly leaves Silver-classic thyme with green/white leaves Valerian (P) herbal sleep remedy Yarrow (p)lacy foliage; general tonic herb; plant doctor
Bat faced Cuphea (A) lovely ornamental; red/purple flowers look like a bat's face, great for hummingbirds Carolina Jasmine (P) evergreen; will trail or may be trained to climb, bright tubular yellow flowers Catalpa Tree (P) home for the Catalpa worm so prized by fishermen Colocasia-Elephant Ears--These two are spectacular in sun, especially happy around a pond area Black Magic-Graceful 2' leaves so dark they look deep black Illustris-black leaves with brilliant green veins Gaillardia-Goblin (P) -2'; daisy type flowers with yellow petals, orange base, brown center, Hyacinth Bean Vine (A)-Edible, young pods;beatiful flowers! Grow as a pole bean Purple-lavender flowers, purple pods Mina Lobata (A) -Fabulous climber with sprays of red, orange, yellow and white flowers (all colors on each spray) Miniature Roses-Available colors vary Sun Coleus (A) -Spectacular foliage in wide range of colors and patterns- flower spikes are an added bonus! Sunrise Serenade Morning Glory (P) -Not your average morning glory! Double, ruffled blooms of deep magenta with white centers on climbing vines of heart-shaped green leaves Sweet Potato Vine (A) Ornamental- Wonderful trailing vine, fast growing, great in baskets, planters, beds Blackie-Deep, rich purple foliage is so dark it appears black; cut leaves resemble fingers, spectacular accent plant Margarita-Brilliant lime green, heart shaped leaves light up almost any planting area; this variety has light lavender pink trumpet shaped flowers occasionally. Bronze-Rich bronze foliage almost glows
Note: The contents are for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice or nor substitute for professional care. For medical emergencies, dial 911! Fresh lemon grass tea kills cancer cells
These are only a few of our favorite plants. All of these and more are available at various times during the year. Please email for current pricing and availability or follow this link to our current online listings.
Looking for a plant not listed above? We may have it! Many varieties not listed due to limited supply. Some varieties may not be mature enough for immediate shipping and have yet to be listed. Click on the hat and send us an email. If we don't carry it, we will do our best to locate it for you!
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