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ECHINACEA PARADOXA OR OZARK YELLOW<br />
CONEFLOWER #HB171<br />
Like the pale purple coneflower, but these are a bright goldenyellow<br />
color. Brilliant blooms do well in fairly dry, rocky soil like is<br />
found on many of the Ozark hills here in Missouri and Arkansas; this<br />
is the region where this unique coneflower is native. Used by Native<br />
Americans as a traditional medicine, it is being researched today for<br />
its herbal uses. It can be hard to find even here in Southern Missouri,<br />
but is rather easy to grow. Pkt (30 seeds) $2.00<br />
ECHINACEA PURPUREA #HB119<br />
A beautiful, purple wildflower and well-known medicinal herb<br />
with numerous uses. Excellent. Pkt (50 seeds) $2.50<br />
FENNEL, BRONZE—‘SMOKEY’ #HB198 New!<br />
(Foeniculum vulgare) Very decorative bronze-hued lacy foliage.<br />
Its unusual color makes a striking accent plant, a sophisticated<br />
addition in salads, or an elegant garnish. Seeds may, of course,<br />
be used like those of any fennel. Pkt (50 seeds) $2.50<br />
FENNEL, FLORENCE #HB128<br />
(Foeniculum vulgare) Plant grows like dill. Used in Italian cooking;<br />
tasty. Very easy to grow. Pkt (200 seeds) $1.50<br />
FENUGREEK #HB136<br />
(Trigonella foenum-graecum) The aromatic leaves are a popular<br />
potherb in India. Also used in curry powder, in imitation<br />
flavorings, and as a coffee substitute. The seeds make a tasty<br />
tea. Popular in western Asia and the Mediterranean. Pkt (75<br />
seeds) $1.50<br />
FEVERFEW #HB158<br />
(Chrysanthemum parthenium) This herb produces pretty daisy-like<br />
flowers; it is used to repel insects and used by many for migraines,<br />
arthritis and as a digestive aid. Very easy to grow. Pkt (125 seeds) $2.00<br />
GERMAN CHAMOMILE #HB118<br />
(Matricaria recutita) Beautiful, small flowers; makes a relaxing<br />
tea with a sweet, fruity fragrance; medicinal. Attractive plants.<br />
Pkt (300 seeds) $1.75<br />
HYSSOP, BLUE #HB123<br />
(Hyssopus officinalis) Excellent for attracting bees and butterflies,<br />
bright blue flowers; a superb antiviral plant that many use to<br />
treat flus, etc. Pkt (125 seeds) $1.50<br />
KOREAN HYSSOP #HB208 New!<br />
(Agastache rugosa) Perennial. more robust relative to Anise<br />
Hyssop, with similar flavor and overall appearance except<br />
that, at four feet tall, it is very much larger. One of the 50<br />
Fundamental Herbs in Chinese traditional medicine, this plant<br />
has been studied in recent times for antibacterial properties.<br />
Makes a wonderful base for herbal tea blends; makes a<br />
definitive statement in the garden! Pkt (100 seeds) $2.25<br />
LAVENDER #HB112<br />
(Lavandula vera) Famous for fragrance, the lavender-colored<br />
blossoms are used in potpourris, soaps, etc. A great old-time<br />
cottage garden plant. Pkt (100 seeds) $2.25<br />
LEMON BALM #HB117<br />
(Melissa officinalis) Deliciously lemon-flavored; great in tea. A<br />
vigorous, hardy plant. Pkt (300 seeds) $2.50<br />
LEMONGRASS #HB162<br />
(Cymbopogon citratus) The famous, tropical lemon-flavored herb<br />
of Thai cuisine. It has long, slender, pale green stems that are thick<br />
and fleshy. I just love the wonderful flavor this herb adds to soups,<br />
curries and stir-fries. We enjoy cooking with it often. This perennial<br />
must be grown in warm weather or inside to keep from freezing.<br />
We are pleased to offer this rare and much requested seed. Pkt (60<br />
seeds) $3.00<br />
LION’S TAIL OR WILD DAGGA #HB167<br />
(Leonotis leonurus) A member of the mint family, it is native to<br />
Southern Africa and is used as a folk medicine among the native<br />
peoples for treating numerous ailments, and has shown promise in<br />
studies. Tall evergreen tropical plant produces pretty orange flowers.<br />
Caution: this plant is a mild narcotic. Pkt (15 seeds) $4.00<br />
LOVAGE #HB153<br />
(Levisticum officinalis) Flavorful, dark green leaves and yellow<br />
flowers; the leaves and seeds are used for flavoring stews,<br />
soups, salads, pickles, and more. Nice celery taste. The hardy<br />
plants can be grown in most of the North. Pkt (200 seeds) $1.75<br />
MARJORAM #HB137<br />
(Majorana hortensis) A fragrant and flavorful herb that is a<br />
popular seasoning. Easy to grow. Pkt (800 seeds) $2.50<br />
MARSHMALLOW #HB190<br />
(Althaea officinalis) African native. The original source of an<br />
Egyptian confection which evolved into today’s marshmallows.<br />
The roots and velvety leaves have been eaten as a vegetable for<br />
centuries, often fried with onion and garlic. 3-4 foot stems of<br />
1-2 inch, white-to-pink flowers are reminiscent of hollyhocks, to<br />
which this plant is related. The plant is also renowned in various<br />
folk cultures for its medicinal properties. Pkt (35 seeds) $2.25<br />
MILK THISTLE #HB168<br />
(Silybum marianum) This biennial is a lovely plant with glossy<br />
green leaves with silver veins. Historically used for many tonics,<br />
and is said to be good for the liver. Pkt (40 seeds)$1.75<br />
MOLDAVIAN BALM, DRAGONHEAD #HB204 New!<br />
(Dracocephalum moldavicum) Eurasian native that has been<br />
cultivated for centuries. The minty-lemony leaves and large<br />
purple flowers have long been used in a tea for reputed herbal<br />
benefits, including “lightening a discouraged heart.” Beloved by<br />
bees, like all the mint tribe. Pkt (75 seeds) $2.75<br />
MUGWORT #HB116<br />
(Artemisia vulgaris) A popular woman’s medicinal herb from Asia.<br />
A large plant. Pkt (125 seeds) $2.00<br />
OREGANO, VULGARE #HB131<br />
(Origanum vulgare) This is a beautiful and delicious Italian<br />
flavoring herb. Also medicinal. Great for Italian and Greek<br />
cooking. Pkt (400 seeds) $2.00<br />
OREGANO, WILD ZAATAR #HB174<br />
(Origanum syriaca) We offer seeds from Israel for this plant that<br />
grows wild in Israel, Jordan and surrounding areas. Doubtless a<br />
common herb in Bible times, and still one of the tastiest! It has<br />
great flavor that blends hints of Oregano, Thyme and Marjoram.<br />
A favorite. Pkt (75 seeds) $2.50<br />
PARSLEY A GROSSE RACINE GROS HATIF #HB183<br />
Grown for its flavorful large, long roots, a French selection that is<br />
early. Pkt (400 seeds) $1.75<br />
PARSLEY DEMI LONG ROOT #HB177<br />
This French rooted variety makes shorter, fatter roots that are<br />
better for heavy soil; this old vegetable is delicious grated into<br />
salads or sliced into soups. Pkt (400 seeds) $1.75<br />
PARSLEY, GIANT OF ITALY #HB133<br />
A very large Italian strain of parsley with great flavor. Perfect for<br />
sauces. Pkt (400 seeds) $1.75<br />
PARSLEY, HAMBURG ROOTED #HB134<br />
This heirloom dates to the pre-1600s and is grown for its large roots<br />
that make superb soups and stews. Leaves are also delicious. Pkt<br />
(400 seeds) $1.50 or 1 oz $3.50<br />
PLANTAIN #HB201 New!<br />
English Plantain (Plantago lanceolata). Legendary herb used for<br />
centuries, many benefits having been ascribed to this plant. The<br />
leaves sometimes cooked for greens. Plants form a low rosette<br />
of leaves,10-20" in diameter. In time a bare, tall flower-stem<br />
emerges from the crown, reminiscent in a way of tiny cattails.<br />
Some small birds relish the seeds in season, and the plant hosts<br />
several species of moths. This common plant has naturalized<br />
widely but we offer an improved strain. Pkt (100 seeds) $2.00<br />
PURSLANE, GREEN #HB151<br />
(Portulaca oleracea) Low, crawling plant produces tender stems<br />
and juicy leaves that are excellent added to salads. A popular<br />
green in Mexico that was favored by my Hispanic grandmother.<br />
Also used in herbal healing plans. Pkt (300 seeds) $1.50<br />
Marshmallow<br />
Cilantro Slo-Bolt<br />
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