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Jacobs ladder. This plant is native to the temperate areas of Europe and is found naturalized near woodland streams and swamps. This hardy perennial reaches a height of up to 2 feet with cup shaped purplish flowers and foliage reminiscent of Valerian. It prefers a well drained site with partial shade. Cats find the scent of this plant extremely attractive and may cause damage in their enthusiasm. Historically, Greek Valerian was used in Ancient Greece for treating toothaches, animal bites, and dysentary. It was later used during the 19th Century for treatment of syphilis, headaches, fevers and epilepsy. More recently, the plant has been used for its scent in potpourri and can be boiled in olive oil for a black hair dye. It is often grown as an ornamental for its attractive flowers. Easy to grow and readily self sows. Hardy to zone 2.
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The benefits of green tea and all of its antioxidants and beneficial minerals are almost too numerous to mention. This is the true tea plant where all green and black tea comes from. Single fragrant white or pink flowers are produced October through December. We offer clones from our own stock of the vigorous grower"Tea Breeze" with white flowers and shiny dark green leaves. Like other camellias, tea plants prefer an acidic soil and part shade in hot summer areas. Hardy to zone 6.
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European Bugleweed, Water Horehound, Ou Di Sun. This species originating from Europe is one of the only plant remedies for an overactive thyroid gland. It acts as an astringent and tends to equalize circulation, thus calming the heart palpitations common to the condition. Gypsywort actually blocks T3 production in the liver and interferes with iodine metabolism as well. Contraindicated for pregnant and nursing women, this herb should only be used under the guidance of an experienced herbalist. A robust plant with unusually textured leaves and square stems and will grow to 4 feet with small flowers blooming along the stem. Prefers a moist, sunny location. Give it plenty of room as it will spread by runners underground and create a large patch over time. Perennial. Hardy to Zone 4.
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A well known tonic for the heart,the berries actually improve the elasticity of arteries in the heart and can be beneficial for high blood pressure.The tea, made of the leaf flower and berries make a great cardio tonic or tincture for any kind of heart disease. The tree blooms in May with sweet pinkish white blooms. The thorny little trees were often planted as hedgerows in Europe. The bright red fruits look like tiny apples that you can harvest after the first frost. Hardy small tree. Zones 5-8.
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This is the rose which has giant rose hips in the fall and is an excellent
source of vitamin C. The large size of these hips makes for easy
picking and the spring blooms are a sweet single flowered blossom,
usually dark pink and occasionally white. Makes an excellent
hedge plant. Hardy to zone 2.
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Glorious little shrubs for the greenhouse or warm regions. Blooms from July to September. Delicate yellow flowers and willow like leaves. Sinicuichi is new to most people. Native to the Highlands from Mexico to Northern Argentina, it is an interesting and ancient divination plant. Grows to about 4 feet high and just as wide. Hardy to zone 10.
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Utilized since earliest times for body art and to tint hair. It is used as a fabric dye for orange and brown colors. Annual. Will not survive frost. Zone 11.
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An unusual cultivar native to the Himalayas. This is a beautiful plant, less invasive than American Poke, but medicinally interchangeable. Traditionally used in Japan as a powerful diuretic. Caution should be used as all parts of the plant are toxic except the new shoots which can be eaten fully cooked. This variety has a rounder form than Amercan Poke, with the flowers and berries growing vertically from the branches. Very ornamental with large oval leaves and creamy white flowers blooming mid summer. The plant can reach great heights of 5 to 6 feet and quite a girth as well truly a specimen to attract attention in your herbscape. Perennial. Hardy to Zone 7.
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Himalayan Rhubarb, Indian Rhubarb. Native to the Himalaya of India, Bhutan and Tibet. We are pleased to be able to offer this unique variety of medicinal rhubarb, which can be found at elevations from 8,000 to 13,000 feet. This species has huge leaves which measure up to 3 feet in width. The plant itself can reach heights of 9 feet, especially in fertile soil. Himalayan Rhubarb prefers a full sunny location and thrives in a moist, fertile soil.
Most rhubarbs can handle heavier clay soils better than many other herbs and makes a striking addition to the spring landscape.
The root of Himalayan Rhubarb is commonly sold as a remedy for stimulating the bowels and has a mild purgative action when used in small quantities and should be used with some caution as its effect can be uncomfortable in large doses. In Ayurvedic Medicine, it is often given to children and the elderly in combination with ginger root for stomach troubles of all kinds, including diarrhea from teething, pitta dysentery, jaundice and liver problems. It has astringent properties which tone the gut and helps remove waste while the anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial qualities help in healing an inflamed intestine.
A beautiful specimen for the Ayurvedic Herb garden. The large size and hardiness, along with the huge leaves make for quite a show as a garden centerpiece. Perennial. Hardy to zone 4.
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Valeriana jatamansii, Valeriana Wallichii, Indian Valerian. Herbaceous perennial from the mountains of the NW Himalaya of Nepal and India. This rare and endangered Valerian species has a unique musky aroma resembling a cross between European Valerian and Patchouli. The fragrance from the roots is identical to the fragrance of the true nard or Nardostachys jatamansi and is often used as a substitute in the production of Nard oil. Himalayan or Indian Valerian has been used traditionally for thousands of years in Ayurvedic and Unani systems of medicine. It is commonly used for migraine symptoms, epilepsy, insanity, delirium, insomnia, skin diseases, obesity, scorpion stings, snake bites and as an essential oil in perfumery. The plant makes a sweet ground cover with heart shaped leaves and delicate pinkish white flowers which bloom starting in mid winter. It prefers a moist and shady location and will form a lush green patch with its spreading medicinal rhizomes. Like its cousin, Himalayan Spikenard, the Himalayan Valerian, is suffering from over-harvesting in Nepal and India. Very hardy and a sturdy, easy to grow plant. This very rare and a unique Valerian species is in need of preservation. Perennial. Hardy to zone 3.
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Root Beer Plant. Used as a culinary and also medicinally. Grows as a houseplant in rich moist soil in partial shade. Large tropical-looking heart shaped leaves. Prefers part shade and high humidity. Hoja will withstand temperatures into the 30's, but prefers temperatures above 50. Hardy to zone 10.
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The female flowers of this fast growing green leaved vine have been used since medieval times for beer making in Europe. It is an important medicinal herb as well, as the flowers having a pronounced calming effect when tinctured or brewed as a tea. An effective remedy for insomnia and nervous tension. It has also traditionally been used for lactating women to bring in and increase their milk flow. The vine is incredibly vigorous sometimes growing 30 feet in one season engulfing its support with its twining leafy branches. Hops requires a sturdy trellis or structure to grow on. Full sun and a fertile garden soil. The Brewers Gold variety is a popular cultivar for beer making and produces a nice bitter flower for medicinal use. The vine will die back completely each winter and resprout from the base. It makes a wonderful summer privacy screen, with its verdant growth. Hardy perennial. Hardy to zone 3.
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Actually, a fuggle cross bred for beer making with a spicy, pungent aroma. This variety is popular in brewing the lighter lager type beers. Has some resistance to mildew. Full Sun. Perennial. Hardy to zone 3.
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An English hop variety that is a spicy, mild aromatic hops with a slight fruitiness. It is ideal for any English-style ale. Full Sun. Perennial. Hardy to zone 3.
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Golden Hops (Humulus aureus). This unique Hops variety has a golden hue to the leaves and the Hops themselves. Striking when planted together with blue or purple flowering herbs such as Blue Vervain or Koren Mint or Great Blue Lobelia. The hops has a high bitter quotient, is very drought tolerant once established. Requires full sun Perennial. Hardy to Zone 3.
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A Fuggle type hybrid with a spicier aroma. This is a good all purpose variety for making British style ales. Disease resistant as well. Full Sun. Perennial. Hardy to zone 3.
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Well known as a cough remedy. Infusions are also useful for weak stomach, lack of appetite and persistent bronchitis. This herb was used to flavor the old fashioned horehound candies. Easy to grow with pretty lighter green foliage and stalks of pale blooms. Harvest flowering plant for tea tincture or cough syrup. Can multiply quickly if not controlled. Perennial. Hardy to zone 4.
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Black Horehound, Ballota nigra, Black Stinking Horehound. Originating from Central Asia and eventually naturalizing throughout Europe and the Mediterranean, this robust little herb is known for its disagreeable odor. Black Horehound has important medicinal properties but has fallen out of favor due to its strong taste. The aerial parts of the plant have been used traditionally to ease nausea in morning sickness and motion sickness, treat respiratory issues, calm “hysteria” and relieve gout and arthritis. The plant itself has attractive, heavily textured, round leaves and can bloom to 3 feet. It has very sweet lavender/purple flowers and will spread itself over time. Yes, the plant is a bit smelly but only if you crush the leaves and it is a lovely addition to the herb garden both in leaf and flower and the bees love it!! Prefers full to partial sun and well drained soil. Sturdy Perennial. Hardy to Zone 7.
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A treasured medicinal food plant. The root is grated and preserved in vinegar as a spicy condiment. Traditionally used in Chinese, European and American food. It has a strong effect on the respiratory system, clearing the sinuses and increasing phlegm production. Prefers a fertile garden location; full sun or part shade. Multiplies readily and will create a large patch if left unchecked. Hardy perennial. Hardy to zone 3.
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Traditionally used for treatment of colds and coughs. Hyssop has effective anti-viral properties in addition to being diuretic and promoting a sweat. The plant is nice in mass plantings creating a mini hedge while the flowers range from deep blue to bright pink and bees love them. Easy to grow and very hardy to zone 3.
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A very neat conical tree 50-150 feet tall. Native Americans used the fragrant foliage, which is burned ritually and incorporated into smudge sticks. The rot resistant wood is also used for making bows. Hardy to zone 3.
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