Page 7 of flowers & herbs by Heirloom Seeds

32 herbs cont hr 46 joe pye weed eupatorium purpureum this tall graceful plant bears clusters of tiny pale pink flowers atop the stalks late summer the foliage releases a delightful vanilla scent when crushed makes an excellent background border in the herb garden an infusion can be made to help stimulate circulation and sweating and a tea made from the leaves and roots is sometimes used as a diuretic height 4-10 feet perennial pkt 50 seeds $1.25 hr 22 lavender english lavandula angustifolia the wonderful aroma of this plant has long been valued in its ability to scent soaps sachets and perfume linen miniature pillows stuffed with dried lavender flowers may help with insomnia and restlessness prefers a sunny well drained location height 30 inches perennial pkt 50 seeds $1.25 hr 47 lemon balm melissa officinalis lemon balm is an easy to grow member of the mint family the leaves are delicious in salads on fish in jellies or pleasant in either hot or cool tea a potpourri made from the leaves helps freshen your home while a tea steeped with lemon balm may help treat colds and headaches height 18 to 24 inches perennial pkt 50 seeds $1.25 hr 39 lemon catnip nepeta cataria ssp citriodora unlike regular catnip this variety is not attractive to cats an aromatic tea with a mild lemon scent can be made from its leaves may be used fresh or for longer storage lemon catnip can be dried best if grown in full sun height 24 inches perennial pkt 50 seeds $1.25 hr 60 lovage levisticum officinale an excellent seasoning for soups and casseroles as the pungent leaves are reminiscent of celery a wonderful background plant with lovely green yellow flowers that top the stalks in early summer followed by decorative seed heads medicinally the roots can be used for coughs and digestive problems height 4-6 feet perennial pkt 50 seeds $1.25 hr 12 marjoram sweet origanum majoranum sweet marjoram has long been valued for its ability in adding zest to a variety of different foods including meats and salads the flowering tops of the herb may be infused as a tea for colds and headaches can be used either fresh or dried for longer storage height 12 to 18 inches semi-hardy perennial pkt 150 seeds $1.25 hr 61 mugwort artemisia vulgaris originally native to eurasia but now naturalized along river banks in the u.s mugwort spreads underground making patches of upright branching stems with dense clusters of flowers the bitter flower buds can be used to help inprove digestion or as a women s tonic sow directly in a sunny garden location height 4 to 6 feet perennial pkt 100 seeds $1.25 hr 55 mustard brown brassica juncea the seeds of this easily grown herb make delicious spreads while the leaves make tasty southern dishes medicinally can be used as an appetite stimulant or a poultice to relieve pain prefers a sunny location in the garden self sows readily height 2 to 4 feet annual pkt 100 seeds $1.25 hr 13 oregano greek origanum vulgare hirtum the leaves of this delectable herb are a must in tomato sauces pizza and other italian dishes europeans often used it medicinally to treat coughs and bronchitis prefers rich well drained soil in a sunny location germination can be slow height 18 inches perennial pkt 150 seeds $1.25 hr 48 ox-eye daisy chrysanthemum leucanthe-mum this popular prairie wildflower with its cheerful pure white velvety soft flowers and mustard-yellow centers was a favorite of the american indians in helping to relieve asthma chronic coughing and nervousness ox-eye daisy often forms dense colonies once fully established height 2 feet perennial pkt 50 seeds $1.25 hr 43 elecampane inula helenium this herb grows very tall and may require staking elecampane has striking yellow flowers which bloom the second year of growth the second year roots of this herb can be used in a tonic to help ease bronchitis and coughs as well as in a cream to treat acne makes a wonderful addition to a potpourri bowl height 8 feet perennial pkt 50 seeds $1.25 hr 44 epazote chenopodium ambrosioides a popular seasoning in traditional mexican dishes adds a pungent flavor with minty overtones an easy to grow aromatic herb that aids digestion and flatulence sow in a sunny location outside height 48 annual pkt 100 seeds $1.25 hr 75 eucalyptus eucalyptus globules the leaves of this plant contain oil which may be used for throat lozenges and cough drops or in making antiseptic mouthwashes helps deodorize the air when grown indoors height 50 feet perennial pkt 25 seeds $1.25 hr 54 evening primrose oenithera biennis the delicate 3 inch yellow flowers open in the light of the moon but as the season progresses the flowers will often stay open all day the gammalinoleic acid found in the seeds is often used to treat pms hyperactivity and rheumatoid arthritis while the boiled root is considered a delicacy with a sweet parsnip-like taste height 36 to 48 inches biennial pkt 100 seeds $1.25 hr 10 fennel foeniculum vulgare the seeds and leaves of the fennel plant impart an anise tang and is delightful in chowders sauces soups eggs or salads sow the seeds directly in the garden early spring choosing a sunny location height 30 inches although fennel is a perennial it is usually grown as an annual pkt 50 seeds $1.25 hr 59 fenugreek trigonella foenum-graecum commonly used in curry powder and oriental dishes this easy to grow herb can also be used medicinally for digestion it should be avoided by pregnant women however directly seed in a sunny garden location height 1½ 2 feet annual pkt 30 seeds $1.25 hr 31 feverfew chrysanthemum parthenium this delightful herb bears masses of small yellow and white daisy-like flowers as well as soft fern like leaves feverfew is often used in the prevention of migraines as well as in the reduction of fevers and menstrual cramps to harvest gather the leaves just before the flowers open and dry in a shady spot height 1 2 feet perennial pkt 100 seeds $1.25 hr 45 flax linum usitatissimum flax is a beautiful herb that produces delightful sky blue flowers which open on sunny mornings and close in early afternoons the dried seeds are often used in the treatment of colds coughs or lung ailments and can be used as a laxative while the stems of the flax plant produce strong fibers that can be woven into linen fabric height 3 to 4 feet annual pkt 200 seeds $1.25 hr 11 horehound marrubium vulgare the leaves of this herb are often used to flavor juices and teas and horehound candy is used to soothe sore throats horehound grows easily from seed height 15 to 20 inches perennial pkt 100 seeds $1.25 hr 32 hyssop hyssopus officinalis this member of the mint family has bright violet-blue flowers and is a great plant for attracting bees and butterflies to the garden helping to aid in the pollination of your crops a tea can be made from the leaves having a soothing quality for sore throats and colds the flowers and leaves make a lovely addition to potpourri do not take hyssop while pregnant height 1½-2 feet tall perennial pkt 100 seeds $1.25 additional herbs available bloodflower edelweiss hawkweed heartsease jacobs ladder mullein plantain queen anne s lace red clover sea lavender speedwell and more see our web site www.heirloomseeds.com for availability and pricing.

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