Seed Guide 2007 pgs 01/41 - McKenzie Seeds

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of falling water when permitted to spill over rocky slopes or walls. Carex comans Purple Fountain Grass 100270 This ornamental grass is grown for its bloom which is a terrific addition to fresh and dried floral arrangements. At maturity, tops are golden yellow with a touch of purple. Plant in rock gardens and at the front of flower beds. Use fresh or for drying in everlasting bouquets. When drying, harvest the blossom before it matures. Blossoms will continue to develop while drying. Panicum violaceum PERENNIAL Blue Fescue Grass 100268 One of the most durable and long-lived grasses, chosen for its colour and ability. Sturdy compact mounding plants with special features of colourful and highly decorative, 30 cm (12") silver-blue, fine textured foliage. Requires average to dry soil. Grows well in containers and rock gardens. Cut back flower heads to maintain compact appearance. A superb colour accent as a ground cover and edging. Festuca glauca ‘Select’ Pink Pampas Grass 127503 Long, silky, soft pink plumes are borne on dozens of large stalks. Heavily scented M C K E N Z I E F L O W E R S mid-green leaf blades grow thickly with the plumes soaring above them. Densely tufted, clump-forming. Spreads 90-180 cm (3-6’). Adds beauty to your landscapes or dried for indoor arrangements. A spectacular sight when in full bloom. Cortaderia selloana Tufted Hair Grass 100266 Dark green, tufted grass with slim leaves. Delicate flowers are 2' (60 cm) taller than the plant itself. Airy flower panicles change from green to yellow, to near purple. Requires moisture and light shade. Plant in flower beds or borders. Can be used fresh or in dried arrangements. Easy to grow. Deschampsia caespitosa White Pampas Grass 127504 A favourite variety plant with large, fluffy, white plumes, gracefully borne on numerous large stalks. Heavily scented leaf blades grow thickly with the plumes soaring above them. Spreads 90-180 cm (3-6’). Superb for landscapes or dried for indoor arrangements. Very dramatic focal point of the lawn or border. Outstanding for backgrounds. A spectacular sight when in full bloom. Cortaderia selloana W W W . M C K E N Z I E S E E D S . C O M 79
V ME CG KE ET NA BZ IL E SH E R B S — BASIL — Annual botanical: Ocimum basilicum Basil Cinnamon 123939 A native to Mexico, the leaves of cinnamon basil have a spicy cinnamon flavor, flowers are deep pink with purple bracts. Add to hot beverages for added taste. Ideal for containers. — BASIL — Annual botanical: Ocimum basilicum Basil Sweet 1<strong>01</strong>331 Basil is a soft stemmed plant. It's leaves are pungent. Sow outdoors or plant indoors in early spring and transplant to a location receiving full sun once danger of frost is past.. Pinch the tops of the 80 plants to encourage bushiness. Will grow without difficulty in ordinary gardens; best suited to well-drained, not overly rich soil: pH 5.5-6.5. Sensitive to frost. When planted near peppers and tomatoes, Basil enhances their growth. Deters aphids and asparagus beetles. Basil is said to repel mosquitoes. Suitable for herb gardens, flower gardens, and vegetable gardens; outdoors in pots, window and porch boxes and other containers, and may be grown in pots in greenhouses and sunny windows in winter. Very popular as an after dinner tea to aid indigestion and expel gasses. Also effective for inhibiting growth of organisms that cause dysentery. Basil is always best fresh. Use in tomato dishes, in salads, and with poultry or fish. Basil is best stored in an oil, in vinegar, frozen or dried kept in a tightly sealed container. Native to India, Africa and Asia. Ancient lore says that to grow a good crop of Basil, one had to shout and pray when sowing the seeds. Fortunately even without shouting, Basil is easy to grow. Sow outdoors or start indoors 5-6 weeks early Grows best at temperatures above 21 C (70 F). When flowers develop cut the plants back to a height of 6" (15cm). This stimulates young growth. Pinch out tops of branches to prevent blooms, this produces more leaves. Cut stalks when beginning to flower; dry for two weeks; can be frozen but drying is better. — BASIL - LEMON — Annual botanical: Ocimum basilicum citriodorum Basil Lemon 1<strong>01</strong>274 Thin, downy, pale green foliage. Spikes of tiny white flowers cover the plant during the summer. Can also be grown indoors. Lemon Basil has a tantalizing lemon aroma and taste. Pick leaves and stems at any time for fresh use. Harvest just before blooming for dried use. Plant in moisture retentive, organically rich soil, outdoors or indoors. W W W . M C K E N Z I E S E E D S . C O M
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Broccoli, green and white sprouting
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Chinese vegetables Interesting flav
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