Betula papyrifera
The Paper Birch is a striking tree hailing from the Northerly latitudes. It's white bark that peels seasonally resembles a snake shedding it's skin. Birch...
Petroselinum crispum
This common kitchen herb Italian/ Flat leaf Parsley is a delightful addition to pesto with its flavorful, deep green foliage originates from the...
Mitchella repens
Squaw vine. Winter Clover. This rare and beautiful plant must have the shade of hardwood trees. Traditionally used by North Native American tribes to ease...
Passiflora incarnata
This plant is an important sedative use to treat insomnia, anxiety, restlessness and nervous disorders. It is also anti-spasmodic and can help deaden nerve...
Pogostemon patchouli
One of the definitive perfumes of the Orient and India. Used in perfumes and soaps. Leaves are great in potpourris. Not Hardy. Zone 11.
Mentha pulegium
A nice creeping shade lover that looks good between stepping stones. Has peppermint scented leaves that repel ants and fleas and used for delayed...
Plantago asiatica
Che qian.This plant has the same broad leaves as greater plantain. Seeds promote urination and clear heat. Specially noted for correcting eye problems...
Plantago major
The largest Plantain in the world. I have always had a fascination with gigantic forms of familiar plants. This plantain can reach 4 feet in height in...
Asclepias tuberosaweed
Butterfly Weed. Stunning hardy perennial with bright orange flowers that butterflies love. Highly valued by Native Americans for healing lung ailments and...
Phytolacca americana
Poke is a strong medicinal herb to be used cautiously in low doses. Stimulating to the lymph system to clear blockages, the fresh root can be made into an...
Anemone pulsatilla
Wind flower. Pasque flower. The fresh plant tincture of Pulsatilla is used to calm nervous disorders associated with menopause, PMS, or insomnia. Take in...