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Bai Zhi (Angelica dahurica)
Root is used in Chinese medicine to treat toothache and headache. It is also used for infected wounds because it has antiseptic, analgesic, and antibacterial action. Hardy to zone 5.
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Balloon Flower (Platycodon graniflorus)
Jie-Geng. This is an important herb of the Orient. A cough remedy can be prepared from the roots, which helps rid the body of phlegm. The roots are dug after 2 or 3 years. The flowers resemble balloons just before they open. Prefers full sun and well drained sites very. Hardy and drought tolerant. Hardy to zone 4.
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Ban Xia (Pinellia ternata)
The tubers of this plant have been used in traditional Chinese medicine to fight conditions characterized by dampness and phlegm. It has been used to regulate the upward flow of chi and to control vomiting. It contains ephedrine. Hardy to zone 6.
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Basil, African (Ocimum canum)
Hairy Basil. This rare African basil selection from Horizon Herbs Seed has an unusual mint-like flavor. It is native to the African continent and was used traditionally in Ghana as a remedy for diabetes. More recent studies have shown the tea of this plant indeed has a powerful effect on lowering blood glucose levels particularly in type 2 diabetes. It is also used for colds, fevers, ridding the body of parasites, inflammation of the joints and headaches. It is used in ritual as an incense as well to protect the home and welcome newborns into the world. An unusual and very useful addition to the medicinal garden. The hairy leaves and decorative flowers are very aromatic and form a lush mound about 2 feet in height. Likes full sun, well drained soil and plenty of heat. Annual.
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Basil, Genovese [pesto] (Ocimum basilicum)
This is the classic Italian Basil selection for pesto, cooking, and used fresh in salads, etc. Can be dried or frozen for winter use, no summer kitchen is complete without a supply of fresh Basil. Can grow to 3 feet plus in good soil, likes fertility and hot sun, semi regular watering and good drainage. The flowers bloom a pale lavender and all Basil flowers are loved by Bees !! Tender annual.
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Basil, Greek (Ocimum minimum)
This Miniature variety of culinary basil does not compromise on flavor. One of the best tasting Basils for cooking and it is the perfect size for a window sill pot and its unique rounded shape is truly adorable. Grown like regular Basil it prefers full sun, plenty of heat, a fertile well drained soil and regular snipping to keep it productive through the summer. Eventually, flowers delicate pinkish white blooms. Every kitchen needs one of these little beauties growing nearby. Annual.
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Basil, Holy (Tulsi)
Annual/tender perennial. Grows well in light, well-drained fertile soil. Susceptible to frost. Can be cultivated as a perennial by continually removing the flowers and harvesting frequently. Requires full sunlight. This is a much valued plant of the Ayurvedic tradition. Highly aromatic, with a volatile hint of camphor. Valued for it's anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties. Used in treatment of ringworm, malaria, and dysentery. Other names: Tulsi, sacred basil, pagoda tulsi, East Indian basil, sacred herb, purple-stalked basil. Hardy to zone 10.
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Basil, Indian Subja [Barbari Tulsi] (Ocimum basilicum subja)
This is another cultivar in our growing collection of medicinal Basils which is found throughout India. The seeds are used in a milk based drink called “falooda”. The soaked seeds add a cooling effect to the drink and increase the strength of those who drink it.It has been used medicinally to expel worms, aid digestion and clear bronchial congestion. This lovely medicinal Basil can reach 3 to 4 feet in good soil with bright green foliage contrasting with the purple flower heads. Very attractive in the herbscape and great for attracting bees and other pollinators. Annual.
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Basil, Italian Mini (Green Globe)
This tiny but flavorful Basil grows truly grows in a spherical shape. Makes an excellent potted herb plant for the window sill. The small leaves are packed with a classic Italian, spicy basil flavor perfectly suited for snipping as you need it. Very unique and fun to grow, gets about 8 inches tall and almost as wide!! Tender annual.
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Basil, Kilimanjaro (Ocimum kilimandscharicum)
An extremely robust and tall l basil from Africa. It likes heat and a long growing season. The spicy tea is used for colds, coughs and arthritis. Rare. This one is tender, so you might want to keep it in the greenhouse. Tender perennial. Hardy to zone 10.
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Basil, Lemon (Ocimum basilicum)
Sweet Dani. Extremely citrusy. This lemony Basil makes a delicious infused vinegar as well as the perfect complement to fish, summer veggies and salads. Height to about 2 feet, very fragrant. Tender Annual.
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Basil, Mrihani
Mrihani Basil. This beautiful cultivar from Zanzibar introduced by Horizon Herbs has an excellent spicy flavor and very pretty ruffled leaves with lavender flowers. Sturdy plants that grew well into the Fall season. Annual.
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Basil, Thai (Ocimum Spp.)
This unusual Basil from SE Asia has a unique spicy, anise flavor and unusual deep purple flowers contrasting with its dark green leaves. Makes a striking accent plant in the edible landscape. This Basil variety also makes a wonderful infused vinegar and is excellent used fresh in Thai Curries, Asian soups and Noodle dishes and makes a very unusual Pesto!! Grows to 2 feet. Tender Annual.
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Belladonna (Atropa belladonna)
All parts of this plant are potentially toxic. The dry leaf contains atropine and scopolamine, which are narcotic and antispasmodic. A preparation of the root has been used to reduce swelling of tumors. Used externally, it can help with inflammation. Use with caution. Hardy to Zone 6.
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Bergamont (Monarda didyma)
Bee Balm, Oswego Tea, Horsemint. Originally from the Eastern US this stunning Native American herb produces red and purplish whorled flowers which attract numerous bees and butterflies.The leaves have a subtle citrus flavor which make a soothing digestive tea reminiscent of " Earl Grey." The plant enjoys a rich garden soil, plenty of moisture and partial shade in hot summer areas. Will reach 2 to 3 feet when in bloom. One of my favorites and makes a beautiful back border. Every herb garden needs a good sized patch. Hardy to all zones.
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Bergamont, Lemon (Monarda citriodora)
Purple Horsemint, Lemon-Mint. Native to the Midwest and Southern US. This easy to grow herb reaches up to 4 feet tall and produces whorls of purple blooms all summer. Very attractive to butterflies, bees and beneficial insects and the aerial parts make a delicious lemon flavored tea. Makes an excellent back border or screen when planted densely. Prefers full sun and well drained soil. Hardy annual self sows readily. Hardy to Zone 9.
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Bergamont, Wild (Monarda fistulosa)
SOLD OUT FOR 2011 Lavender Bergamont, Bee Balm and Horsemint. Native to much of North America, this lovely lavender blooming bergamont is highly attractive to many types of pollinators. Can reach 4 feet in full bloom when planted in moist conditions. Used extensively by native peoples for a wide variety of ailments such as a poultice for cuts and infections as well as a tea for colds, flu, headaches, colic and indigestion. Blooms profusely from mid summer and a very attractive addition to any garden and guaranteed to draw in the butterflies, bees and hummingbirds. Hardy Perennial. Full sun to part shade. Zone 4.
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Betony (Stachys officinalis)
This plant has been used as a nervine tonic and pain reliever. It is high in tannins and starch and is an effective treatment for diarrhea. It can also help those recuperating from chronic illness and addiction. An herb with a wide array of uses traditionally. A Hardy perennial that enjoys shade. The magenta flowers bloom in spring. Very sweet plant for the garden. Hardy to zone 4.
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Bitter Melon (Momordica charantia)
Bitter melon is gaining a reputation in the West for its ability to take on life-threatening problems such as diabetes and AIDS. In clinical trials, bitter melon fights viruses, lowers blood sugar, and kills tumor cells. An odd looking vegetable that resembles a shriveled cucumber, it is considered a medicinal food in Traditional Chinese Medicine. The entire plant can be used medicinally including the roots, leaves, and fruit. Annual, not frost hardy.
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Black Cohosh, (Cimicifuga racemosa)
Graceful, towering plant when in bloom, originating from the east coast where it grows in the dappled shade of the hardwood forest to a height of 3-5 feet and a width of 2 feet. Blooms July to August. Prefers soil rich in humus, moist conditions, high humidity, and Filtered shade. The German Commission E has found Black Cohosh to be effective in the treatment of nervous conditions that are associated with menopause. It has reduced levels of luteinizing hormone associated with hot flashes and shown estrogenic activity similar to ERT. The rhizomes and roots are used. Other names: bugbane, black snakeroot, squawroot, bugwort, rattle snakeroot, rattleweed, rattleroot. Perennial. Hardy to Zone 3.
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Black Cottonwood (Populus trichocarpus)
Trichocarpus, Balsam Poplar, Tacamaha, Balm of Gilead. This stately tree which is native to the steam banks and river bottoms of the west, all the way into Alaska can reach a height of 40 feet in 15 years, sometimes reaching well over 100 feet at maturity. It is a deciduous tree heavily limbed, with large triangular leaves sporting silver undersides, which shimmer in the summer breeze. It has very attractive golden fall color and the resinous buds in spring emit a perfume to the air like no other. I have had great respect for the cottonwood as a source of excellent herbal medicine for many years. The resinous buds of early spring can be collected and used as a tincture or infused oil. Used internally, cottonwood buds are an excellent remedy for respiratory congestion, particularly in the chest and can help subsequent bacterial infection. Used topically as a salve or infused oil, the resinous buds have a pronounced anti-inflammatory effect as well as being anti-microbial. Cottonwood buds have been used traditionally for centuries by native American tribes throughout the West. This valuable medicinal tree creates beautiful dappled shade and can be pruned for a sustainable herbal harvest. The cottonwood prefers a well drained soil and ample moisture, although quite drought hardy with maturity as its roots will find the aquifers. Hardy to zone 1.
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Blessed Thistle (Cnicus benedictus)
Holy Thistle, Spotted Thistle. Native to Southern Europe, this annual herb originally got its name because it was so highly acclaimed as an all around healing herb and thought to cure the Plague!! Well known as an ingredient in digestive bitters and as an ally for nursing Mothers to increase milk supply, the diaphoretic effects of this herb made it a popular fever herb and it was used as a blood purifier as well. Easy to grow and blooms to 2 feet. The entire aerial plant is harvested in mid to late summer before the flower matures to seed, otherwise, it will self sow.
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Blood Flower (Asclepias curassivica)
Mexican Milkweed, Bloodflower, Chinese Milkweed, Ma Li Jin. Originating from the Carribean and South America and used in Native American and Chinese herbal formulas. Extract of the root has been used historically to expel worms, induce vomiting, lower fevers, get rid of warts, and stimulate the heart. Can be poisonous in high dosages, the milky sap from the stem is quite toxic. Extremely showy reddish orange/blood red flowers with bright yellow centers on 2 to 3 foot stems with attractive lance shaped leaves. This Tropical perennial will over-winter in milder areas and self seeds as well. Blood flower is an important nectar source for butterflies, including Monarchs, bees, hummingbirds, and other beneficial insects. Thrives in a garden situation with full sun and regular watering. Can tolerate light frost and will self sow. Hardy to zone 8.
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Bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis)
This is another lovely woodland plant that needs moist, loamy, hardwood forest soil and shade. The rhizomes yield an orange red dye once used by Native Americans as a body paint and insect repellent. Although toxic, the rhizome is expectorant, tonic, antibacterial and antiviral . Roots make a great red/orange dye. Other names: redroot, red puccoon, red Indian paint. Perennial. Hardy to Zone 3.
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Bloody Dock (Rumex Sanguineus)
Sold out for 2010!!! Red veined Dock or Blood wort. Native to the British Isles with striking leaves colored by bright maroon veins. Young leaves make a delicious and interesting salad green. Can also be used like spinach, cooked or raw. Medicinally used for cancer and diseases of the circulatory system. Perennial and easy to grow. An unusual addition to the herb garden. Hardy to zone 4.
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