Page 8 of flowers & herbs by Heirloom Seeds

herbs cont hr 28 parsley curled petroselinum crispum deep green colored and highly curled this indispensable herb makes an attractive garnish as well as making a tasty addition to foods chewing the raw leaves helps sweeten the breath in addition to being a good source of vitamin c height 15 inches biennial but grow as an annual pkt 100 seeds $1.25 hr 36 parsley dark green italian petroselinum crispum this dark green flat leaf variety of parsley has a stronger flavor than the curled variety and is used for more intense flavoring excellent choice for drying and storing will re-grow after it is cut height 15 inches biennial but grow as an annual pkt 100 seeds $1.25 hr 23 pennyroyal mentha pulegium pennyroyal is a low growing mint with a strong penetrating fragrance makes a wonderful ground cover as well as a delightful aromatic filler between stepping stones helps repel mosquitoes and fleas if rubbed on clothing or fur pennyroyal should not be ingested by pregnant women prefers a partially shaded location height 12 inches tender perennial pkt 50 seeds $1.25 hr 14 peppermint mentha silvestis crispa the leaves of the peppermint plant are often used to flavor iced drinks giving them a cool refreshing taste while the oil from the plant can be used to flavor candy and cakes in rich moist soil the plants spread rapidly from underground stems so you may want to grow them in a container height 2 feet hardy perennial pkt 100 seeds $1.25 hr 24 pyrethrum chrysanthemum coccineum a delightful plant with daisy like blossoms in lovely shades of red and pink the dried flowers make a natural insect spray but is harmless to mammals and birds grown in the garden it will help keep neighboring plants pest free prefers a sunny location with dry soil conditions height 2 to 3 feet perennial pkt 30 seeds $1.25 hr 25 rosemary rosmarinus officinalis the leaves of the rosemary plant have long been savored in its ability to flavor meats potatoes and other dishes but it also makes wonderfully fragrant sachets note germination rate 30 or less height 36 perennial pkt 25 seeds $1.25 hr 49 rue ruta graveolens historically an important herb but now generally used as an ornamental plant the lacy blue-green leaves make an attractive background in the flower garden but also makes a wonderful addition when used in small nosegays height 2 to 3 feet perennial pkt 50 seeds $1.25 hr 15 sage salvia officinalis -the traditional herb used to season poultry pork and tasty stuffings the leaves can also be used to make a tea which may help relieve colds and sore throats the leaves can be used either fresh or dried for longer storage height-18 perennial pkt 25 seeds $1.25 hr 16 savory summer satureja hortensis the slender graygreen leaves of the summer savory plant can be used to season gravies vegetable dishes or stews it also can be used to make a fine medicinal tea which may help relieve sore throats or upset stomachs height 18 inches annual pkt 125 seeds $1.25 hr 52 savory winter satureja montana very similar to summer savory but has thicker shinier leaves and a more pungent biting flavor in the kitchen it is often used as a pepper substitute a medicinal tea made with the leaves may be used for upset stomachs or sore throats height 6-12 inches perennial pkt 50 seeds $1.25 hr 83 sneezewort achillea ptarmica this upright downy covered plant can be found natively in the damp grounds of woods and meadows the open clusters of white flowers bloom from july thru september and look lovely in fresh arrangements medicinally a powder made from the herb may be snuffed up the nose to induce sneezing and clearing of the nasal passages height 2-3 perennial pkt 50 seeds $1.25 33 hr 62 soapwort saponaria officinalis a great alternative for more gentle non-irritating cleansing steep the roots in water to make shampoos and body washes great for delicate fabrics used as a skin rinse soapwort helps provide relief from itching this easy to grow herb will flourish in either sunny or partially shaded locations height 2 to 3 feet perennial pkt 100 seeds $1.25 hr 18 sorrel french rumex scutatus the delicious leaves of the french sorrel plant are widely used in french cuisine as well as in soups and salads for best taste gather the leaves while young and tender height 8 to 12 inches perennial pkt 100 seeds $1.25 hr 17 spearmint mentha spicata the fresh or dried leaves of the spearmint plant add a pleasant flavor to iced drinks as well as making a delicious herbal tea it is used quite often as a flavoring for candies or with chocolate in rich deserts the plants spread rapidly from underground stems so you may want to grow them in a container height 2 feet perennial pkt 100 seeds $1.25 hr 27 st johnswort hypericum perforatum this shrubby plant has bright yellow flowers on upright branching stems st johnswort is said to have antidepressant qualities as well as acting as a sedative and anti-inflammatory once established needs no care height 15-20 inches perennial pkt 100 seeds $1.25 hr 50 tansy tanacetum vulgare a tea brewed from the leaves of the tansy plant can be used as a spray to repel insects if placed in doorways and windows it may help deter ants and mice if added to the compost pile will add potassium to it potentially toxic should not be taken internally height 2-3 feet perennial pkt 25 seeds $1.25 hr 37 tarragon russian artemisia dracun-culoides the flavor of russian tarragon improves as the plant matures the leaves of the tarragon plant make a wonderful vinaigrette as well as adding flavor to fish soups and roasted chicken height 2-3 feet perennial pkt 50 seeds $1.25 hr 19 thyme english thymus vulgaris the universal herb use freely on red meat poultry and fish as well as in flavoring sauces stews or soups a medicinal tea made with thyme and sweetened with honey may help colds and sore throats harvest the leaves prior to flowering height 12 inches perennial pkt 100 seeds $1.25 hr 35 valerian valeriana officinalis valerian is a tall plant topped in summer with clusters of sweet scented white pink or lavender flowers the roots of the plant can be used to relieve nervous tension anxiety insomnia and pain as well as in a cream to help treat acne or skin rashes height 2 to 5 feet perennial pkt 50 seeds $1.25 hr 51 wild bergamot monarda fistulosa the bright lavender blossoms of the wild bergamot plant are edible and can be used in salads or as a garnish the plants are also beneficial in attracting bees and hummingbirds to your garden a medicinal tea made with the leaves may help improve digestion or ease the symptoms of a cold height 36 to 48 inches perennial pkt 100 seeds $1.25 hr 63 wormwood artemisia absinthium was historically used medicinally but is now considered toxic if taken internally great grown as an ornamental or for arrangements helps deter pests such as moths flea beetles in the garden height 3-5 perennial pkt 200 seeds $1.25 hr 29 yarrow common achillea millefolium the delicate white flowers of the common yarrow plant grow in clusters atop the tall flower stalks a natural for meadow gardens but also spreads to make a delightful ground cover when topically applied stops minor bleeding and may act as a wound healer height 1 to 3 feet perennial pkt 100 seeds $1.25

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