2013catalog

Echinacea Purpurea
Shungiku
CHERVIL #HB188
(Anthriscus cerefolium) Traditionally used in French cooking, where
the slightly anise-like flavor of the leaves is appreciated when added
to eggs, vegetable and fish dishes. Leaves are added at the very last
minute of cooking, to preserve the delicate flavor. Small white flowers
atop 15-20 inch stems. Also known as French parsley. Pkt (400 seeds)
$1.75
CHIA, CROWN JEWELS #HB182
(Salvia columbariae) A different Salvia species with a long history, as it
was grown as a staple food crop by Native Americans years ago. It has a
high nutrition value. Called Chia in Mexico and other Central American
countries, it is also a special ornamental plant which forms a clump of
decorative grey-green leaves and colorful purplish flowers. Chia seeds
are now a popular natural health product. Pkt (100 seeds) $2.50
CHINESE CHIVES MIXED #HB111
(Allium tuberosum) These winter-tolerant types are great for
greenhouse production. They have great garlic flavor and are popular
with Asian chefs. Pkt (300 seeds) $1.75
CHINESE MOTHERWORT #HB140
(Leonuris artemisia) Hard-to-find medicinal herb, related to Lion’s Tail
but having whorls of delicate purple flowers. Space 3’ tall plants about
1’ apart; easy to grow. It is used in Asia for many health problems,
including to help lower blood pressure. Pkt (50 seeds) $2.50
CHIVES, COMMON #HB135
Wonderful, mild onion flavor. These long, thin chives are excellent in
many meals; great raw or cooked. Lavender flowers. Pkt (300 seeds)
$2.50
CILANTRO #HB125
(Coriandrum sativum) Popular in Mexican cuisine, this herb is a must for
all salsa and chili recipes; delicious and flavorful. Pkt (100 seeds) $2.00 or
1/4lb $7.00
CILANTRO, SLO-BOLT #HB143
(Coriandrum sativum) This is a slow-bolting version of Cilantro/
Coriander that produces flavorful leaves over a longer period. Pkt (100
seeds) $2.50 or 1/4lb $7.50
CORIANDER, LARGE SEEDED #HB205 New!
(Coriandrum sativum) Early-bolting seed type is intended for use of the
seed, which are true coriander; however the leaves may be harvested
sparingly for cilantro. Very productive, and fresh coriander is so much
nicer than the dried seeds in cooking! Pkt (100 seeds) $2.25
CULANTRO OR VIETNAMESE CORIANDER #HB173
Also called Eryngo or Ngo Gai, this plant is very popular in Vietnam
and Thailand and is famous for its cilantro-like taste. This plant is
a must for many South Asian dishes and grows very well in warm
weather. Pkt (40 seeds) $2.50
CUMIN #HB152
(Cuminum cyminum) The flavorful seeds are an important ingredient
in many Mexican dishes; also used in bread and cakes. Small, tender,
crawling plants reach about 6” tall. Pkt (100 seeds) $1.50
DILL, BOUQUET #HB126
(Anethum graveolens) Early to flower with large seed heads. Excellent
in pickles and used to flavor many other foods. Easy to grow. Pkt (300
seeds) $2.50
DILL, ELEPHANT #HB180
A very aromatic, late-flowering variety that has nice green color and is
productive. Pkt (300 seeds) $2.00
DILL, VIERLING #HB176
Deep, blue-green color and finely cut foliage. A good late flower strain for
commercial leaf production; it is also used as a cut flower, as it produces
attractive, light greenish flowers. Pkt (300 seeds) $2.00
DOCK, BLOODY (RED SORREL) #HB189
(Rumex sanguineus) Stunning foliage plant with elongated, medium
green leaves, exquisitely veined in a brilliant burgundy-purple. A
hardy perennial, it quickly forms an attractive clump, which sends up
red flower-clusters in early summer, followed by brown seed heads. A
superb, deer-resistant accent plant. Pkt (100 seeds) $2.50
Dill Bouquet
Lemon Grass
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