2022 CATALOG

From Our Garden to Yours! Certified Organic, Open-Pollinated & GMO free

Seeds, Plants & Trees.Books, Screens & Tincture Presses!

Rehmannia,Sheng-di-huang

Catalog written by Richard A. “Richo” Cech ©Copyright 2022 Richard A. CechIllustrations Sena Cech, ©Copyright 2022 Sena Cech

Strictly Medicinal LLCPO Box 299Williams, OR 97544 fax: (541) 846-0872

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Dear Seeders Letter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Terms of Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Tincture Press . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3“Growing At-Risk Medicinal Herbs” 2nd ed. book by Richo Cech . . . . . .4“Making Plant Medicine” 4th ed. book by Richo Cech . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Seed Cleaning & Herb Rubbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Seed Collections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6–10Herbal Resilience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Kidz Garden Vegetable Collection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Hoedown Seed Collection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7Lifeline Medicinal Herb Garden Seed Collection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Kidzerbs® Gardening Kit for Children by Sena Cech . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Survival Herb Garden Seed Collection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9Glorious Garden Color Seed Packet Collections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Cover Crops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Pasture Seed Mixes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Certifications, Abbreviations, Conversions, Formulas, and Purity . .12Ancient Grains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Corn Seeds & Edible Oil Seeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Vegetable Seeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15–26Andean Delights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26Culinary Herbs & Spices Seeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27–30Strictly Medicinal® Herb Seeds & Plants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31–74Medicinal Trees, Shrubs & Woody Vine Seeds & Plants . . . . . . . . . .75–84Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85Shipping Charts for Seeds & International . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86Order Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87–88Shipping Charts for Plants, Trees & Roots . . . . . . . . . . .Inside back cover

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Contents

Printed on recycled paper with soy-based ink.

Dear Seeders,Welcome to the Strictly Medicinal 2022 catalog! Our growing year wasexceptional, with good earth and air, adequate sunshine, pure water andthe blessings of loving family and hard work. We’ve been kept mighty busydrying, purifying, testing and packaging seeds. Putting special attentioninto herbal crops that are helping people out in these extraordinary times,we grew prolific Andrographis, Artemisia annua and ashwagandha. Therest of the plants after the “a’s” were not forgotten, for example gobs ofheirloom beans, then the big “c’s” Comfrey and Corn, touching like a but-terfly on Mandrake and Marshmallow, on to Tulsi and Tomatoes, finally toZaatar and Zucchini. Goodness, we grew the entire botanical alphabet!

This catalog is an overview of the seeds and plants that we keep ingood stock and offer up for your gardening pleasure. We’re dedicated totaking care of the land, our mother, helping people grow diversity in orderto achieve self-sufficiency in food and medicine, also disseminating good,practical advice on how to go about it all.

You know, it is through doing that one finds out how best things are done. When plans fall through, there’s always a silver lining, and wepull on that thread, using it to weave a new, shinier cloth. This is the 40thyear that the Cech family has been gardening medicinal herbs and the30thyear of disseminating this fun, quirky catalog of herbal delights. We’vegrown over the years, and we do have lots of help. Feel free to grow withus, and do plant lots of trees. It is the very best medicine for our mother.

Love, The Cech Family

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Strictly Medicinal® LLC dba Horizon Herbs is a certified organic farm and organic processor.All organic seeds are certified by Oregon Tilth & comply with organic production and han-dling standards established by the USDA National Organic Program, CFR Part 205.Cert.# OT-004596Oregon Seeds Dealer License # 73180Oregon Nursery License # 73179

Strictly Medicinal® LLCPO Box 299Williams, OR 97544fax: (541) 846-0872

Catalog written by Richard A. “Richo” Cech, © 2022 Richard A. Cech,Catalog illustrations Sena Cech., ©Copyright 2022 Sena Cech. All Rights Reserved.

Our seeds and plants are GMO-free, untreated, open-pollinated, and packed with love!All seeds and plants provided by Strictly Medicinal®, LLC are meant for the public goodand shall remain in the public domain. No patents or genetic engineering allowed. Seed Packets Guarantee: Each packet provides specific directions on good ways to ger-minate the seeds. Your success is important to us. Sow entire packet in appropriate condi-tions. If the seeds are planted in a reasonable environment and don’t germinate, then wewill replace the packet (one-time replacement only, offer valid for one year after purchase).Certain rare species are sold without guarantee as stated in the description (e.g. Mandrake).Bulk Seed Purchases, Plants, Rootstock: Because of our lack of control over cultivation practices and weather conditions, we are not able to give any guarantee on bulk seed sales (ie. gram, 10 grams, 100 grams, and pounds), plants, or rootstock. Therefore, we will notreplace bulk seeds, plants, or rootstock or give cash refunds. We are not responsible forlosses incurred through the failure of any crop derived from our seeds, plants, or rootstock.Seeds Backorder Policy: Many seeds are viable for a short period only and are best deliv-ered in season. If these are ordered out of season, they will be backordered and deliveredfrom the new crop. (No additional shipping will be charged.) For best results, sow seedsimmediately upon receipt. “Noxious Weeds:” We will not knowingly supply any seeds or plants to areas where theyare prohibited as “noxious weeds” by local, state, or federal law. For instance, the desig-nation “Sage, Clary [WA no]” means Clary Sage seeds or plants will not be delivered to thestate of Washington, where the plant is listed as a “noxious weed.”Toxic Seeds and Plants: Some of the seeds, plants, and rootstock offered in this catalog aretoxic if taken internally at sufficient dosage or if applied externally to the skin or mucousmembranes. We have endeavored to label such seeds accordingly. Therefore, keep seedsin their labeled packaging until planting. Take appropriate precautions to plant toxic plantsin a place away from children and animals. We are offering these seeds, plants, and root-stock for propagation purposes and are not liable for any adverse effects resulting from contact with seeds, plants, or rootstock obtained from us.Self-Medication: Although all cultures on earth use plant-derived medicaments, we cannot recommend self-medication with plant products. Rather, we offer medicinal information inthe context of historical usage and from personal experience, augmented by our studies ofcurrent research. Please seek the help of a health professional for medical problems.Pricing: Our intent is for the printing of our most recent catalog to establish prices, as wellas changes in the number of seeds per packet. In order to allow for unforeseen circum-stances, prices and packet seed counts are subject to change without notice. We are notresponsible for typos.Shipping: You may figure your shipping charges according to the basic shipping charts. Ifyou are having difficulty figuring out your shipping, please contact us. Please leave us youre-mail and phone number so we can contact you if there’s any shipping adjustment needed.Shipping charges are subject to change without notice. If you anticipate a problem withreceiving your packages via US Mail with normal delivery and need a more secure method(i.e. signature required), let us know and we will upgrade your delivery with a minimal fee. Shipping Errors: Please look your order over carefully and let us know if there are anyproblems. We will be happy to rectify within 30 days of receipt. Seed Packet Style: To conserve resources and keep your costs down, retail seed orders fromthe catalog are in plain packets (not full color). Full color store line seed packets are con-sidered to be a different product.We will lean over backwards to help out our fellow gardeners, but if for some reason this causes us to fall over backwards (ie.we are no longer helping, we cannot meet unreasonableexpectations), then we do reserve the right to refuse service to anyone.

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Terms of Business

31/2 Gallon Strictly Medicinal®Tincture Press (Lab Press)

Made to meet GMP standards.This is the finest mid-size tincture press available on the market, the result of30 years of manufacturing experience, made entirely in our steel shop inWilliams, Oregon USA. These presses are 60-pound work horses that haveproven their worth in herbal manufacturing plants, herb schools, scientificlaboratories and the homes of serious tincture makers. We are simplydelighted to be able to serve. Press out herbal tinctures, infused oils and anyvegetable, fruit or herb that has been thoroughly ground. For more info andvideo links, go to blog.strictlymedicinalseeds.com • Frame is of heavy steel construction, unbreakable, with a hard finish.• All stainless steel herb contact surfaces, including custom piston,

inner perforated cylinder, cylinder base and outer pan with spout. • 6 ton fast-lift hydraulic jack squeezes out every last drop.• Jack features a round stainless toggle for finger-tight lockdown and letdown

—no need to use the handle to let down press, lessens wear on jack.• Platen is bolt-less and form-fitted, with stainless steel juncture to the jack—

sturdy, steady and perfectly plumb. • Spring-loaded return with stainless steel linkage—whisper quiet action. • Handle is mirror-finish stainless stock, milled and plugged in our shop.• Custom inner perforated cylinder promotes tincture flow and is easily

disassembled for cleaning—really sweet!• Pressing block is durable and easily-cleaned 3 inch HDPE.• 2 Tygon® hoses and 2 pressing bags included free-of-charge1/2 Gallon Strictly Medicinal® Tincture Press: $1,895.00Shipping is FREE via UPS GROUND within the continental USANow available in a rainbow of colors plus black & white.

Growing At-RiskMedicinal HerbsCultivation, Conservation, and Ecology

By Richo CechIllustrated by Sena Cech

A compendium of information about 20 nativeherbs of North America and Hawaii, with anemphasis on conservation through cultivation.Includes: Black Cohosh, Bloodroot, Blue Cohosh,Echinacea, Goldenseal, Lomatium, Osha, False& True Unicorn, Virginia Snakeroot, Wild Yam . . .

The benefit of species diversity is wholeness—conservation of medicinal plants, holistic medicine, nurturing nature,

creating a healthy place to live and work andpropagating a message of hope for our children.

We are all in this together.

Growing At-Risk Medicinal Herbs, 2nd ed.$24.95 (336 pages, soft cover)

Books by Richo Cech

For wholesale/bulk discounts, order at www.herbalreeds.com

Shipping free-of-charge for all Richo’s books (USA only)

The preferred herbal reference for herbal students,householders, and manufacturers making standardherbal tinctures, herbal formulas, teas, and more. Part 1: Medicine Making Includes: Drying & processing herbs; TincturesMade the Easy Way; Math of Tincturing; StandardCompounds, Vinegar Extracts, Glycerites, Teas,Herbal Oils, Salves, Poultices, and more.Part 2: A Gardener’s Formulary Includes: 143 herbs that can be cultivated in North America—parts used, formulas, practical uses, dosages, and an overview of alternate species. Making Plant Medicine, 4th edition$24.95 (344 pp, soft cover)

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Set of 8 precision stainless steel screens mounted in frames of Port Orford cedar.Each screen is 1 foot square and 3 inches deep. Handmade, these are extremelytough and they smell excellently of cedar. Specifically designed for sorting andcleaning a diverse array of types and sizes of seeds, the graduated sizes assist inseparating viable seed from inferior seed and cleaning seeds of chaff and dust.They will work equally well on medicinal herb seeds, flower seeds, and vegetableseeds. These screens are only available as a set and function best as a set—onceyou start to use them, you’ll see what we mean, and you’ll be glad you have them. Set of 8 Graduated Screens: $325.00Shipping is FREE via UPS GROUND within the continental USA

Made of Port Orford cedar and the heaviest grade of stainless steel screen. Big18-inch square and 3-inch deep box allows for a vigorous and unimpeded sweepof the arm when rubbing culinary or medicinal herbs. Suitable for small samplesup to a pound at a time. These screens remove sticks from culinary herbs, pro-duce a tea cut, and grind dried medicinal herbs to the right size for tincturing.These are available only as a set. The medium herb rubbing screen is fitted witha 12-strands-per-inch stainless mesh, and the coarse herb rubbing screen is fittedwith a 6-strands-per-inch stainless mesh. Set of 2 herb rubbing screens:$195.00 (one medium, one coarse)

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Seed Cleaning Screens

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Herb Rubbing Screens

100% organically grown7 full-size seed packets: Artemisia annuaAshwagandha, VedicAstragalusBurdock, GoboMarshmallowPepper, Thai VolcanoSpilanthes, Official7 pkts: $19.95, Organic(Price shown is a discount.)

Kid-tested, easy to growopen-pollinated vegetable seeds, Good simple food (that children will eat)100% organically grown7 full-sized packs of kid-friendly Bean, Royalty Purple PodCarrot, Cosmic PurpleCucumber, LemonPeas, Laxton’s ProgressPopcorn, Tom ThumbPumpkin, Jack O’LanternSunflower, Mammoth7 pkts: $19.95, Organic(Price shown is a discount.)

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Herbal Resilience Seed Collection

Kidz Garden Vegetable Seed Collection

SEED GIFT COLLECTIONS

Hoedown Seed Collection (spring)Fun, easy-to-grow, and seed-saver friendly!Vacuum-packed to last at least 3 years!1 pkt. each of: Beans, Provider Bush; Beets, Detroit Dark Red; Carrots, Chantenay;Corn, Painted Hill; Cucumber, Marketmore; Mixed Cooking Greens (3 g): Chard,Kale, Red Orach, Spinach; Mixed Salad Greens (3 g): Arugula, Lettuces, Mizuna;Onions, Walla Walla Sweet; Peas, Oregon Sugar Pod 11; Squash, Red Kuri; Tomato,Chadwick’s Cherry; Zucchini—Midnight Lightning.12 pkts (includes 2 big 3 g pkts) /$29.95, Organic (Price shown is a discount.)

Quick-growing seeds for cool weathershort-season areas and the proverbialhorn of plenty (of salad). Vacuum-packed to last at least 3 years.1 pkt. each of: Beet, Detroit Dark Red; Broccoli, Green Sprouting; Carrots, Nantes; Collards, Champion; Greens, Creasy; Kale, Lacinato; Lettuce, Deer’s Tongue;Chives, English; Peas, Oregon Sugar Pod II; Radish, Daikon White; Spinach, Winter “Merlo Nero”11 pkts: $24.95, Organic (Price shown is a discount.)

Four Sisters Vegetable Seed Collection The Beans climb the Corn, the Sunflowers nod to the Squash.1 pkt. each: Bean, Cherokee Trail of Tears; Corn, Painted Hill; Squash, Yellow Crookneck;Sunflower, Hopi Black Dye. 4 pkts/$9.95, Organic (Price shown is a discount.)

Edible Flowers Seed CollectionAn array of flowers for dressing up your salad. 1 packet each of Bean, Scarlet Runner; Borage; Calendula, Mixed; Nasturtium,Jewels; Love-in-the-Mist; Shungiku; Violet, Heartsease.7 pkts/$19.95, Organic (Price shown is a discount.)

Bouquet Garni Seed CollectionMade into bouquets and dried, these herbs impart their essence to fine cookery.1 pkt. each: Basil, Genovese; Balm, Moldavian; Savory, Summer; Thyme, French. 4 pkts/$9.95, Organic (Price shown is a discount.)

Fines Herbes Seed CollectionFoodies take delight! Chopped up fresh, these fine herbs impart luscioustaste and aroma to high-end cuisine. Herbal butter extraordinaire! 1 seed packet each of: Chives, English; Marjoram, Sweet; Parsley, Flat-Leaved;Tarragon, Russian. 4 pkts/$9.95, Organic (Price shown is a discount.)

Snowdown Seed Collection (summer/fall)

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My Mother's Kitchen Garden Seed CollectionHerbs used to spice simple foods and make them savory and attractive.

1 packet each of: Basil, Sweet Lettuce Leaf; Cilantro; Dill; Marjoram, Sweet; Oregano, Greek; Parsley, Italian; Sage, Garden; Savory, Summer; Tarragon, Russian; Thyme, English Broadleaf. 10 pkts/$24.95, Organic (Price shown is a discount.)

Lifeline Medicinal Herbs Garden Seed CollectionA diverse medicinal herb garden that contributesto every aspect of health and well-being.

Kidzerbs Gift Set—Includes: “Kidzerbs A Kid’s Guide toGrowing Medicinal Plants” book by Sena Cech, where Sena gives a tour ofher garden, plant by plant with stories, fun projects, and recipes.12 Organic Seed packets: Anise, Basil, Borage, Calendula, California Poppy,Catnip, Chamomile, Feverfew, Flax, Johnny-Jump-Up, Lemon Balm, Love-in-the-Mist, and 12 wooden row markers.Kidzerbs: $29.95, OrganicA great gift for a kid in your life!

1 pkt. each of: Holy Basil—Temperate Tulsi,Mixed Calendula, German Chamomile, Elecampane, Echinacea purpurea,Evening Primrose, Feverfew, Brown Flax, Gobo Burdock, Lemon Balm, Marshmallow, Motherwort, Stinging Nettles, Cayenne Pepper, Garden Sage, Valerian, Wood Betony, Yarrow. Inside—18 Strictly Medicinal® seed pkts.: $39.95—Organic (Price shown is a discount.)

Tasty Tea Seed CollectionOur tastiest, easy-to-grow herb tea favorites.

1 pkt. each of: Basil, Kivumbasi Lime; Greek Mountain Tea; Chamomile, German; Lemon Balm, Marshmallow; Nettles, Tulsi—Temperate 7 pkts/$19.95, Organic (Price shown is a discount.)

Survival Medicine Garden Seed CollectionSome of the best herbs for first-aid and emergencies. Easy to grow and use.Be prepared simply by being in your garden!1 seed packet each of: Burdock, Gobo; Calendula, Orange; Comfrey, True; Dandelion; Lettuce, Wild; Self-Heal; Valerian; Yarrow. Survival Medicine Garden: $29.95/8 pkts, Organic (Price shown is a discount.)

Not only butterflies, but hummingbirds,honeybees, and native pollinators areattracted, fed, and housed by thesebright flowers.1 pkt. each: Aster, Aromatic; CardinalFlower; Echinacea purpurea; Gayfeather;Milkweed, Common; Milkweed, Showy;Sunflower, Mexican; Valerian.Butterfly Seed Collection: $29.95/8 pkts (Price shown is a discount.)

These flowers feed bees with their profuse nectaries and are also cleansing tothe bees and the hive, protecting the colony from harm.1 packet each of: Bergamot, Lemon—Bee Balm; Comfrey, True; Mullein, Greek;Hyssop; Mint, Yellow Dotted; Oregano, Common; Sage, Scarlet; Tulsi, Temperate(Holy Basil)Honeybee Seed Collection: $29.95/8 pkts (Price shown is a discount.)

Butterfly Lover Seed Collection

Honeybee Lover Seed Collection

Japanese Herb Seed Collection.5 unique medicinal foods from Japan, an inexpensive in-road into exceptional diversity. Burdock, Gobo; Catnip, Japanese; Shiso, Purple; Shungiku; Yomogi. 5 pkts/$19.95, Organic (Price shown is a discount.)

Chinese Herb Seed Collection. A potent slice of TCM.1 seed pkt each: Dan-shen (Sage, Chinese Red); Dang-shen (Codonopsis);Huang-Qi (Astragalus); Huang-qin (Skullcap, Baical), Ku-shen (Sophoraflavescens); Ji-xing-zi (Chinese balsam); Tien-hua-fien (Gourd, Snake); Yi-mu-cao (Motherwort, Chinese).8 pkts/$29.95 (Price shown is a discount.)

Dye Plants Seed Collection. Some of the most outstanding dye plants. Amaranth, Hopi Red Dye; Chamomile, Dyers; Indigo, Japanese; Madder; Marigold, French; Nettles; Our Lady’s Bedstraw; Sunflower, Hopi Black Dye.8 pkts/$19.95 (Price shown is a discount.)

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Essential Medicinals®16 Full Color Medicinal Herb Seed Packets

Certified Organically Grown(Prices shown are at a discount.)

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These are some of the best choices for an all-around useful and beautiful medicinalherb garden. This makes an inspirational gift for your favorite gardener. It is thegift of life, the gift of light—a true connection to the healing ways of our ancestors.1 full-color seed packet each of: Astragalus, Echinacea angustifolia, Echinacea purpurea; Elecampane; English Lavender, German Chamomile,Feverfew; Hyssop; Marshmallow; Orange Calendula, Sacred White Sage, Self-Heal, Temperate Tulsi (Holy Basil), True Comfrey, Valerian, Yarrow..Essential Medicinals Seed Collection: $39.95/16 pkts, Organic

These are the next set of 16 medicinal herbs extra essential for your garden.

Extra Essentials16 Full Color Medicinal Herb Seed Packets

Certified Organically Grown

1 full-color seed packet each of: Ashwagandha, Borage, Cilantro, Evening Primrose, Genovese Basil, Broadleaf Plantain, English Broadleaf Thyme,Garden Sage, Gobo Burdock, Greek Oregano, Lemon Balm, Heartsease Violet,Motherwort, Summer Savory, Stinging Nettles, Wild Dandelion.Extra Essentials Seed Collection: $39.95/16 pkts, Organic

Glorious Garden48 Full Color Medicinal Herb Seed PacketsCertified Organically Grown

Contains 1 full color seed packet each of:The 16 seed pkts in Essential Medicinals®

+ The 16 seed pkts in Extra Essentials+ These 16 seed packets following: AbsintheWormwood, Baical Skullcap, Blue Vervain,Codonopsis (Dang-shen), Dark Blue Cornflower,Greek Basil, Helichrysum, Lady’s Mantle,Meadow Arnica, Meadowsweet, Red Clover;Roman Chamomile, Official Skullcap; SpikeAmaranth, Spilanthes, Wild Lettuce.

1 full-color seed packet each of: .Glorious Garden Seed Collection:$108.95/48 pkts, Organic

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Alfalfa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Medicago sativaPerennial cover crop, best for fertile soils,home garden. All zones. Sprouts provide arich source of dietary chlorophyll. Excellentfor shelterbelts. Fixes 200 lbs nitrogen peracre, yields up to 10 tons of organic matterper acre, and effectively sequesters subsur-face minerals by way of its deeply delvingroot system. Sow early fall or spring.Broadcast, rake in, and keep moist. Use 1 lbper 1,000 sq. feet.500 seeds/pkt $3.95,$8.00/100 g (~170,000 seeds),$16.00/lb (~2,040,000 seeds), OrganicFor planting, inoculated with rhizobium.Bean, Fava . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Vicia faba(Broad Windsor) Annual. 70 days when spring sown, 240 dayswhen fall sown, hardy to 12° F. GrowingFavas provides much biomass and fixesatmospheric nitrogen, thereby conditioningthe soil and providing nutrients. This cultivar(Broad Windsor) is not only a great covercrop, it is also good to eat. Can be shelledgreen and steamed, or can be dried, stored,then soaked and made into soup or ground upto make falafels. 20 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicBuckwheat (for spring, summer or fall)Excellent biomass and nectar-producingcover crop for warm soils. Fast germinationand quick growth make this an ideal choicefor protecting bare soil from the sun, workingwell on both fertile and depleted soils.Buckwheat sequesters soil phosphorus andsolubilizes for use by other plants, an excel-lent all around companion plant that canreadily be sown between rows of other crops.Sow 2 lbs per 1,000 square feet; 30 lbs per acre. Grows to 2 feet tall.500 seeds/pkt $3.95, $9.00/lb, Organic

Chicory, Forage . . . . . .Cichorium intybusFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)Taprooted perennial with edible greens androots dried and used as a coffee substitute.Native to Europe and one of the oldest cul-tivated crops. All zones. Superior foragefor cattle, horses, goats, containing up to30% protein. Sow in fall or spring, at 100 gper 1,000 square feet.

500 seeds/pkt $3.95,$18.00/100 g,$36.00/lb

CLOVER:Lush, nitrogen-fixing cover crops. Broadcaston newly-tilled ground in spring, summer,or fall. Clovers are the best choice for forcing out unwanted weed species. Theiractivity is three-fold: they loosen subsoilwith their roots, fix nitrogen in the soil, anddispel disease from the human body. Clover, Crimson . . .Trifolium incarnatumAnnual. Those living in Zone 7 to 9 do wellto sow in fall, while in Zone 6 and under,spring or summer planting is preferred.Excellent choice for undersowing to corn orother annual crops, forcing out weeds andnourishing the soil. Bears myriads of truly luxurious, upright blossoms; quickly pro-ducing monotypic stand that fixes 150 lbs ofpure nitrogen per acre.500 seeds/pkt $3.95,$18.00/100 g (~26,500 seeds), OrganicClover, Medium Red . .Trifolium pratense Zones 5 to 10. Native to temperate Europeand Asia. The tea thins the blood and helpsdispel toxins from the system. Used as acover crop, Red Clover fixes 140 lbs ofnitrogen per acre, while the roots break uphardpan and oxygenate the soil. Flowersyield a yellow dye. Average germ 3 days.Sow 1 lb per 2,000 sq. feet; 10 lbs per acre. 500 seeds/pkt $3.95, $8.00/100 g (~140,000 seeds), $16.00/lb (~636,000 seeds), Organic$350.00/50 lb sack, ships free in USAFor planting, inoculated with rhizobium.Clover and Poppies Mix (for all seasons) A beautiful mix of: Clover, Red; Clover,Crimson; Poppy, California; Poppy, Flanders.Inoculated. Sow anytime for an ongoing display. Sow 100 g per 500 square feet; 1 lbper 2,000 square feet; 10 lbs per acre.Grows 1 to 2 feet tall.$18.00/100 g$36.00/lbFenugreek . . .Trigonella foenum-graecumAnnual. Winter hardy to Zones 5 to 9.Native to the Mediterranean. Aromaticfoliage bearing white flowers with distinc-tive blue markings. Breaks up heavy claysoils—contributes nitrogen and organicmatter. Direct-seed late summer, fall, orearly spring. Germinates in cold soils. 200 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic

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Organic seeds to plant a patch or pasturemeant to re-enact the herbal hayfields of old.The early nature-cure doctors used hay finesextensively as teas, decoctions, poulticesand herbal baths to treat diverse ailments. 100% Organic seeds:Timothy Grass (Phleum pratense)Oat (Avena sativa)Crimson Clover (Trifolium incarnatum)Red Clover (Trifolium pratense)Greek Hay (Trigonella feonum-graecum)Chicory, Wild Form (Cichorium intybus)Sweet Vernal (Anthoxanthum odoratum)Cornflower (Centaurea cyanus)Yellow Dock (Rumex crispus)Dandelion (Taraxacum officinalis)Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla)Plantain (Plantago lanceolata)Avens (Geum urbanum)Coverage: The 10 g packet covers a bed 4 feet wide x 10 feet long. The 100 g pkt.covers a bed 4 x 100 feet. The pound cov-ers 2,000 square feet. Sow 10 lbs per acre. Hayflower Medicinal Pasture Seed Mix:$6.10/10g, $19.00/100g, $49.00/lb, Organic

Oats, Jerry (Milky Oats)Sow 3 lbs per 1,000 square feet; 45 lbs peracre. Fall or spring. Grows to 5 feet tall.Harvest for “milky oats” tea or tincture.5 g/pkt $3.95, $7.00/lb, OrganicOats and Peas MixThe standard for a symbiotic cover crop thatmay be sown fall or spring. The Jerry Oatsgrow tall to support the Field Peas and thePeas fix nitrogen for the Oats. Sow 3 lbs per1,000 square feet; 45 lbs per acre. To 5 ft.$7.00/lb, OrganicPea, Pigeon . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cajanus cajan<<NEW FOR 2022>>Perennial in zones 9 to 12, otherwise grown asan annual, 120 days to seeds. Leguminouswoody evergreen taprooted shrub, native toIndia, flowering yellow/majenta to a height of6 feet. Leaves, pods and seeds edible.Nitrogen-fixing, may be kept trimmed todesired size, a good choice for food forest,shelterbelt, landscape or chicken yard.Improves soil, provides shade, trellis, forageand food. Sow seed in warm soil, germ in 2 to3 weeks. Space plants 3 feet apart.10 seeds/pkt $3.95Radish, Daikon . . . . . . .Raphanus sativusBiennial or overwintering annual, 60 to 65days to maturity of roots. Deeply excavatingroots break up hardpan and improve soil tilth.Excellent choice for rejuvenating tired soils.1lb per 500 square feet. $15.00/lb, OrganicRyegrass. Annual . . . .Lolium multiflorumAnnual Ryegrass can be sown during thegrowing season in pathways between cropsand mowed to keep tidy. Erosion control,weed suppression, nutrient sequestration,companion crop, forage, also reduces mud-splash. Often possible to broadcast over stub-ble—will establish without the need of prepar-ing a seedbed. Germ in 7 to 10 days. Packetcovers 15 sq ft. 1 lb covers 800 sq ft.500 seeds/pkt $3.95,$11.00/lb, Organic

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Certifications, Abbreviations, Conversions, Formulas, and Purity:Organic. Strictly Medicinal, LLC is a certified organic farm and certified organic processor.When you see the word “Organic” in this catalog, it means the plant, seed, or rootstock is:Certified Organically Grown by Oregon Tilth, in compliance with organic production andhandling standards established by the USDA National Organic Program under CFR Part205. We are serious about nurturing the soil, avoiding chemicals, and respecting life.Formula for converting °F (Fahrenheit) to °C (Celsius): (°F-32) x .5555 = °Cg = gram. There are 28.4 g in an ounce. There are 454 g in a pound (lb).pkt = packetgerm = germinationToxic. Please take our notes on contraindications and toxicity (in bold) seriously. Readeris referred to page 2: Toxic Seeds and Plants.Low-dose botanical. Traditionally, internal use of the plant is restricted to very lowdosage—long-term use or excessive dosage may prove harmful.PA’s. Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids (PA’s) are present in the tissue of this plant. Long-terminternal dosage and use during pregnancy not recommended.Fresh or cold-stored seeds are washed with pure well water & packed in coir.Dried seeds are hand-rubbed, sorted through graduated stainless steel screens, then furtherpurified with wind-winnowing and . . . breath.

Cultivation—Hayflower Herbal Pasture Seed Mixmay be planted in the fall or spring.Prepare a fine seedbed and strew the seedevenly on the surface, then rake andtamp. Keep evenly moist until germ, orallow the fall or spring rains to work onthe seeds until they germinate. This is ablend of perennials and self-seedingannuals that should be maintained by fer-tilizing, watering and mowing. Differentspecies will predominate seasonally.Suitable for Zones 2 to 9.

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COVER CROPS

Camelina . . . . . . . . . . . . .Camelina sativa(Gold of Pleasure, Wild Flax, GermanSesame, Siberian Oilseed) Family: Mustard (Brassicaceae) 80-day annual native to Northern Europe.The oil that can be pressed from the seeds ishigh in Omega-3 fatty acids and Vitamin E.Sow in spring. 100 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic

CHIAFamily: Mint (Lamiaceae)Sow in Spring. Dried Chia seeds are bestreconstituted by soaking in water overnightprior to consumption. 1 heaping tablespoonseeds to 1 pint of water or coconut milk. Chia, Golden . . . . . . .Salvia columbariae(California Chia, Ilipesh) Annual. 50 daysto flowers. Miniature desert plant whichproduces bright purple flowering whorls thatgive way to the golden seeds. Sow on sand.Drought-tolerant.50 seeds/pkt $3.95Chia, Mexican—Black .Salvia hispanicaAnnual. 140 days to maturity. Native toSW deserts, Mexico. Makes succulent,bright-green, bushy plants up to 4 feet tall. 300 seeds/pkt $2.95,$14.00/lb, OrganicChia, Mexican—White .Salvia hispanicaThis white-seeded cultivar is considered tobe the best for making the chia beverage. 300 seeds/pkt $2.95,$16.00/lb, OrganicQuinoa, Brightest Brilliant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Chenopodium quinoa<<NEW FOR 2022>>Annual, 100 days to maturity. Native toSouth America. “BB” is a multicolored cul-tivar flowering red, yellow, orange andwhite to a height of 4 feet. The leaves areedible, as is the grain. Allow the seeds todry on the plant for as long as possible, andwatch out for birds! When seed is mature ornearly so, it may make most sense to bringthe seedheads indoors to dry, then winnowto purity. To remove saponins, thoroughlyrinse grain before cooking. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95$14.55/5g (~1,750 seeds)$26.10/10 g (~3,500 seeds), Organic

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AMARANTHFamily: Amaranth (Amaranthaceae) Self-seeding annuals native to SouthAmerica. 100 days to maturity. The seedsare easy to winnow and cook. We like tomake Amaranth porridge, 1 part grain to 5parts water, adding raisins, simmering andstirring about 45 minutes until done.Flavorfully nutty, satisfyingly gummy, andhighly nutritious. The leaves are edible, too,and make a good pot herb. Plants prefer fullsun, good garden soil, and moderate water.Direct-seed in early spring.Amaranth, Golden Giant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Amaranthus cruentusGolden Giant is an epic plant, giving about a pound of deliciously edible, golden seed per 10 row feet. 200 seeds/pkt $2.95, $5.00/g (~1,200 seeds),$11.55/5 g (~6,000 seeds)$20.10/10 g (~12,000 seeds), OrganicAmaranth, Hopi Red Dye . . .A. cruentus(Komo)Annual. 40 days to edible greens. This is ablack-seeded Amaranth that makes deeplypurple-colored, edible leaves. The showy,thickly flowered tops produce a water solu-ble dye that is used in coloring cornbreadand traditional piki bread. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicAmaranth, Love Lies Bleeding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Amaranthus. caudatus

(Pendant Amaranth, Tassel Flower, VelvetFlower, Foxtail Amaranth)Annual. 50 days. This is probably theshowiest of all Amaranth, with large headsof drooping, crimson flowers, loaded withbetacyanins. This Amaranth is black-seeded. 100 seeds/pkt $2.95Amaranth, Orange . .A. hypochondriacusOrange flower heads yield golden seed thatis excellent for simmering up into gruel.100 seeds/pkt $2.95,$5.00/g (~1,200 seeds),$11.55/5 g (~6,000 seeds)$20.10/10 g (~12,000 seeds), OrganicAmaranth, Red Spinach . . . . .A. tricolor(Bayam, Slender Amaranth, Sukumawiki)Annual. 50 days. Leaves edible and deli-cious fresh or lightly steamed. This is adrought- and heat-tolerant vegetable thatnurtures native peoples worldwide, being afast-growing foodstuff that requires little interms of nutrients and water to produce life-giving food. 100 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicAmaranth, Spike . .Amaranthus caudatusBlack seeded, this is a vegetable amaranthwith edible leaves, and is mighty pretty inthe garden. 30 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic

Ancient Grains

CORNFamily: Grass (Poaceae)Annual, domesticated in Neolithic Meso-America—this plant has become the staff oflife for peoples near and far. Sow in spring. Corn, Country Gentleman . . .Zea mays(White Corn, Shoepeg Corn) 100 days to maturity. One of the best of allheirloom open-pollinated Corns, dating backto 1890. Plants reach for the sky at 12 feettall, and are particularly fond of frequentwatering. 50 seeds/pkt, $3.95, OrganicCorn, Golden Bantam . . . . . .Zea mays80 days to maturity. Original open-pollinat-ed sweetcorn, producing 2 slender ears perplant, each bursting with broad, golden ker-nels. We grow only one type per year, andthis is the one we chose in 2021. As always,this sweet yellow corn was a prolific andtoruble-free grow. Not only did we haveplenty for sweet corn eating, which wasmuch appreciated land-based food for thesummer, but we also dried plenty for seedcrop, and the “smalls” were reserved forreconstituting into soup or boiling up withbeans, lasting all winter. This is what foodself-sufficiency is made of!50 seeds/pkt, $3.95, $12.10/100g (~460 seeds), OrganicCorn, Painted Hill Sweet . . . . .Zea mays75 days to maturity. Kernels multi-coloredred, purple, blue, yellow and white. A finefresh corn that can also be dried for grindinginto flower. We grew a field of Painted Hillthis year and were very happy with the vigorof the plants and the flavor of the corn,which remained pick-able for a long timeperiod. This corn does not seem to attrct rac-coons like yellow corn does, and it lendsitself to drying in the field, which gives abetter product, and saves labor. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95,$12.10/100g (~500 seeds), OrganicCorn, Tom Thumb Popcorn . .Zea mays85 days to maturity. Miniature popping cornto 3 feet tall, suitable for gardens wherespace is limited or for larger gardens, if popcorn is desired. 100 seeds/pkt, $2.95, Organic

Evening Primrose Oenothera biennisFamily: Primrose (Onagraceae)Zones 4 to 9. Biennial. Native to Europeand North America. Seeds and oil madefrom seeds high in essential fatty acids.Plant prefers full sun and withstands poorand dry soils. Light-dependent germinator.Sow in fall or spring. Space 1 to 2 feetapart. Flowers to 3 to 6 feet. 100 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicSafflower, Zanzibar Carthamus tinctoriusFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)Annual. Native to the Mediterranean. 120days to maturity. This is one of the highestyielding of all oil plants—large flowers andseed heads. Sow in spring.30 seeds/pkt $3.95$18.10/10 g (~240 seeds), OrganicSesame, Black . . . . . . .Sesamum indicum(Til, SWAHA!)Family: Sesame (Pedaliaceae)Multistemmed upright annual bearing folli-cles stacked with oil-rich seeds. Native toIndia. 120 days to maturity. Sow in spring. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, $16.00/lb, Organic

SUNFLOWERFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)Native to the New World, this is one of thefirst domesticated plants. Direct-seed assoon as soil warms up in spring. Sunflower, Hopi Black Dye . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Heliathus annuus

Annual, 90-100 days to maturity. Black-seeded, polyheaded Sunflowers are general-ly considered best for oil production. Seedsalso good for eating. Sprouts excellent. Thisplant will readily self-seed in most gardens.30 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicSunflower, Mexican Tithonia rotundifoliaLarge, coarse, multistemmed, gaudy, road-side-hugging, rabble-rousing cowboy.30 seeds/pkt $3.95Sunflower, Russian Mammoth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Heliathus annuus

Annual, 60 days to maturity. Uniheadedeads up to 14 inches diameter, filled withfat, edible seeds occurring in striped shells. 30 sds/pkt $2.95, Organic

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Artichoke, Globe . . . . .Cynara scolymusFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)Zones 6 to 12. Perennial, but can be grownas a 120-day annual. Native to S. Europe.The steamed flower buds make a pleasant-tasting vegetable. The bitter leaf makes anexcellent digestive tea. Produces giant, edible globes, flowering purple to 5 feet.20 seeds/pkt $3.95,$14.55/5 g (~100 seeds)$26.10/10 g (~200 seeds), Organic

ARUGULAFamily: Mustard (Brassicaceae)Arugula, Domestic . . . . . . .Eruca sativaBiennial culinary green. Deeply cut leavesare the signature of an upscale salad. High inprotein, Arugula is an appetite stimulant anddigestive. Seeds yield edible oil. Full sun topart shade, water and rich soil.200 seeds/pkt $2.45,$11.55/5 g (~3,800 seeds)$20.10/10 g (~7,600 seeds), OrganicArugula, Wild . . . . .Diplotaxis tenufoliaHardy to Zones 4 to 12. Biennial culinarygreen, a spicy ingredient of gourmet salads.200 seeds/pkt $2.45,$11.55/5 g (~16,975 seeds)$20.10/10 g (~33,950 seeds), OrganicAsparagus, Garden Asparagus officinalis(Mary Washington)Family: Lily (Liliaceae)Zones 3 to 9. Dioecious perennial, native tothe Mediterranean. This culinary Asparagusproduces male and female plants, both ofthem deliciously edible. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95

Vegetable Seeds of SustenanceBEANSFamily: Legume (Fabaceae)Easily grown by direct-seeding in warm garden soil. A few seeds planted under agood trellis produces a surprisingly largeamount of beanage. Food of the past forthe future. All Beans are Magic Beans.Bean, Bush, Blue Lake Phaseolus vulgarisAnnual. 55 days. Probably the epitome ofopen-pollinated bush green beans. Sweet,round in cross-section, stringless, blue-green pods on a self-supporting bush to 15inches. Solid texture makes these the pre-ferred choice for freezing and canning. 20 seeds/pkt $2.45, $19.10/100 g (~300 seeds), OrganicBean, Bush, Royalty Purple Pod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Phaseolus vulgarisAnnual. 55 days to maturity. Strikinglypurple pods distinguish this sturdy, open-pollinated bush bean. Flowers and foliagealso tinged with purple. Beans stringless,5-inches long, tasty, bright green whensteamed. Excellent choice for small gar-dens, raised beds, or potted culture. 20 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic

Beans are an incredibly versatile food.Direct-seeded to the summer garden, theymake green beans to diversify summer dietin 7 short weeks. If allowed to plump up abit more, the pod will thin out and allowharvest of the oft-missed “fresh beansshelled out of the pod” stage. Such beanssimmer up quickly and never lose theirfullness and texture. .

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Bean, Christmas Lima Phaseolus lunatusAnnual, 90 days to harvest. Heirloom (ne’e1840) pole bean producing flattened, cres-cent-shaped pods filled with the red-and-white mottled beans that are about the sizeof a quarter. Beans delicious fresh-shelledor dried and used in soups. Very dense bush. 7 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicBean, Fava . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Vicia faba(Broad Windsor) Annual. 70 days when spring-sown, 240days when fall-sown. Nitrogen and biomassproducing edible-seeded cover crop. 20 seeds/pkt $2.95Bean, Hyacinth . . . . . . . . Dolichos lablabZones 9 to 11. Vining, tuberous perennialto 30 feet in the tropics, grown as an annualin the temperate north. Native to tropicalAfrica. Sweeping, upright stems bear clus-ters of fancy, colorful, edible flowers, givingway to dark purple, crescent-shaped pods.Seeds are toxic unless cooked. 7 seeds/pkt $3.95Bean, Hopi Yellow . . . .Phaseolus vulgarisAnnual. 55 days to green beans, 90 days todry beans. Golden bean of the Hopi. Theseare most productive when allowed to run outand make beans. . . everywhere!10 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicBean, Pole, Anasazi Cave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Phaseolus vulgarisAnnual. 55 days to green beans, 90 days todry beans. The story goes that these beanswere discovered in an Anasazi cave, in aceramic pot sealed with tree resin, and whenplanted, they grew! That would make thesea 1,500-year-old heirloom. This is a polebean that makes flattened green beans and“Appaloosa” patterned dry beans. For somereason these are considered less flatulentthan other beans. Perhaps their originationpredated the invention of gas. 10 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic

Bean, Pole, Cherokee Trail of Tears . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Phaseolus vulgarisOriginated in Tennessee and brought toOklahoma by the Cherokee people in theyear 1839. A vigorous climber, purple-podded, very good as a green bean. 10 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$18.10/100 g (~380 seeds)Bean, Pole, Inca Pea .Phaseolus vulgaris Annual pole bean, a South American heir-loom. 85 days to dried beans. Vigorousclimber gets off to a fast start and finishesearly. Pods ivory, beans maroon and white,marked like a yin-yang or like an orca. 10 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicBean, Pole, Kentucky Wonder P. vulgaris(Old Homestead)Annual. 70 days to green beans. Vigorousand high-yielding heirloom (ne’e 1864)climber to 6 feet, producing clusters of flat-tened, 10” green beans, sweet and stringless. 20 seeds/pkt $2.45, OrganicBean, Pole, Madiera Maroon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Phaseolus vulgarisAnnual, 90 days to dry beans. Heirloomoriginating in the Chilean Andes. Cranberrytype, easy and tasty. Pretty maroon beans. 10 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicBean, Pole, Mohawk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Phaseolus vulgarisAnnual. 70 days to green beans, 90 days todry beans. An Iroquois cultivar that datesback to prehistory. Among the most produc-tive of pole beans, similar to Pinto Beans. 7 seeds/pkt $3.95$18.10/100 g (~200 seeds), OrganicBean, Runner, Scarlet . . . . . .P. coccineusTuberous perennial in Zones 7 to 11, other-wise grown as a 70 day annual. Native toCentral America and Mexico. Heavilylipped, edible, scarlet blossoms.7 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicBean, Runner, Sunset . . . . . .P. coccineus<<NEW FOR 2022>>Annual, 65 days to maturity. Lovely peachflowers on vines to 10 feet give way to longpods filled with edible beans. 7 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic

Bean, Pole, Bird Egg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Phaseolus vulgarisAnnual, 55 days to harvest plumpbeans and 90 days to dry beans.Cranberry-type heirloom datingback to the 1880’s. I find these tobe most extraordinary when har-vested fresh (plump beans shelledout of the pod) and simmered.They cook quickly and may becombined with other seasonal veg-gies for a topping over pasta orrice. 7 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic

Beet, Detroit Dark Red . .Beta vulgarisFamily: Goosefoot (Chenopodiaceae)Biennial. 55 days to maturity Heirloomintroduced in 1892, “the standard forBeets”—round and scarlet, tender andsweet. So fast to grow, so very good for you,these are the healthy gardener’s must-have.Easy, cheap, lifesaving. Sow in rows in gar-den in early spring. 3 to 6 inches apart. 50 seeds/pkt $2.45, $11.55/5 g (~350 seeds)$26.10/10 g (~700 seeds), OrganicBitter Melon . .see MEDICINAL HERBS

Broccoli, Green Sprouting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brassica oleraceaFamily: Mustard (Brassicaceae)Biennial. Standard open-pollinated type thatproduces a nice primary head, and then oncethis is cut, produces an ongoing offering ofsmaller heads, “broccolini” if you will. Sowin the garden in midspring or start indoors 3weeks before last frost date. High proteincontent, prophyllactic to cancer, yummy.We direct-seeded this in our garden this year.The dark blue-green leaves, resembling col-lard greens, were appreciated well before theplants went to bud. Steamed, these werehearty food! 300 seeds/pkt $2.95,$14.55/5 g (~1,875 seeds)$26.10/10 g (~3,750 seeds), OrganicBurdock.............see MEDICINAL HERBS

CARROTAll are . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Daucus carotaFamily: Carrot (Apiaceae)Biennial. The bright orange color indicateshigh concentrations of the health-givingcarotenoids—rich in vitamin A and antioxi-dants. Prepare a fine seedbed and sow justunder surface, tamp in securely and keepevenly moist until germination. Thin to 2inches apart and cultivate often until sizedup. Carrots may be planted all summer long.Carrot, Chantenay Sweet RedcoreDating back to France in the 1800s, a 5-inch-long, wide-shouldereed and blunt-tipped carrot that does well in heavy orrocky soils. Red-cored, sweet and carroty!200 seeds/pkt $2.95, $11.55/5 g (~5,000 seeds)$26.10/10 g (~10,000 seeds), Organic

Carrot, Cosmic PurpleTapering carrots to 7 inches, purple-skinnedand orange-fleshed. Spicy, not boring. 200 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicCarrot, Danvers 126Growers in Danvers, Massachusettes firstgrew this carrot in the year 1886. Roots 6 to8 inches long, dark orange color, well-adapt-ed for clay soils, sweet and tender. 200 seeds/pkt $2.45, OrganicCarrot, Nantes65 to 75 days. This is a high amino acid typewith good, old-time carroty taste. 500 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicQueen Anne’s Lace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .see MEDICINAL HERBS

CELERYAll are . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Apium graveolensFamily: Carrot (Apiaceae)Biennial, normally grown as an annual forthe tender stalks. Celery, Giant Red Giant Red is disease-resistant and cold-hardy,a crunchy and tasty wine-colored food.200 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicCelery, Utah Tall . . . .Apium graveolensMakes vigorous, stocky plants with thick,solid, tender yet crisp stalks. An old stand-by variety, good in soups, stir-fry or raw.100 seeds/pkt $2.45,$6.00/g (~2,000 seeds),$18.55/5 g (~10,000 seeds)$34.10/10 g (~20,000 seeds), Organic

Chard, Ruby Red Beta vulgaris flavescns(Swiss Chard, Red Chard, Rhubarb Chard) Family: Goosefoot (Chenopodiaceae)The garden standby, with vibrant greenleaves and ruby red stems. Holds well in hotweather. Sow in spring for early greens orsow in August or September for fall andwinter harvest. Barely cover seeds, tampwell and keep evenly moist. Thin to 6 inch-es apart. Rich soil, full sun and frequentwatering.100 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic

CHICORYFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)Taprooted perennials native to Europe andone of the oldest cultivated crops, growingin sun to part shade. Crisp and deliciouswhen grown in rich, well-drained, ever-moist soil, these are all highly appreciatedsalad making ingredients. Sow Mar–Mayand Jul–Sep. Thin to 6 inches apart.Chicory, Forage . . . . . .Cichorium intybusTaprooted perennial with edible greens androots dried and used as a coffee substitute.Native to Europe and one of the oldest cultivated crops. All zones. Superior foragefor cattle, horses, goats, containing up to30% protein. Sow in fall or spring, at 100 g per 1,000 square feet.500 sds/pkt $3.95, $18.00/100 g, $36.00/lb

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Chicory, Wild Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cichorium intybus var. intybusZones 3 to 7. Native to Europe, N. Africa,Asia. Herbaceous perennial flowering lightblue to a height of 3 feet. Familiar plant ofgravel, dry waysides, or waste places. Freshleaves in salad are a nutrient-dense, bitterdigestive. Sow seed on surface fall or springand thin to 1 foot apart. 100 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicEscarole, Golden Giant Cichorium endivaLarge, 15-inch heads with broad leaves andgolden hearts. Seeds gerrminated in 3 daysin warm soils and even the seedlings glowwith golden stems. Escarole is very tasty insalad, braised or roasted. 200 seeds/pkt $2.45, OrganicEscarole, Great Batavian . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cichorium endivaBroad, smooth leaves with a creamy heart.Tasty with lettuces and cucmbers in a salad.200 seeds/pkt $2.45, OrganicFrisee . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cichorium endiva(Capillina)Frost-resistant annual, 60 days to harvest,commonly grown as a late-summer to fall-sown green. Italian version of frisee, addingloft and a mild bitterness to salads. Sow incontainers or in open garden. 100 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicItalian Dandelion . . . .Cichorium intybusA wild form of chicory native to Spain.Smooth, deeply lobed leaves in a rosette,resembling giant dandelion. These are com-monly labeled “dandelion greens.”200 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicRadicchio, Palla Rossa Cichorium intybusBright red, thick leaves with broad, whitevenation, excellent color and texture for salads. Best flavor after frost. Radicchiomakes heads like a mini-cabbage, being thecold hardiest of all. 200 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic

Chives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .see ONIONS

CUCUMBER . . . .Cucumis sativusFamily: Cucumber (Cucurbitacea)Vining vegetables of superior culinaryvalue. Sow in spring. Cucumber, African Horned . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cucumus zambianus(Horned Cucumber, Jelly Melon, Kiwano)Annual vining vegetable native to NWZambia and locally cultivated. 45 days.Young, green fruits taste like cucumber.30 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicCucumber, LemonMaking yellow, round fruits in legion, thiscuke is best consumed when young and thin-skinned, being one of the freshest tastes ofsummer. Thirst quenching. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95$14.55/5 g (~200 seeds)$26.10/10 g (~400 seeds), OrganicCucumber, Marketmore Medium to large, uniform shape, crisp, and very smooth-skinned—your standardvegetable cucumber. Skin not bitter. 30 seeds/pkt $2.95$11.55/5 g (~200 seeds)$20.10/10 g (~400 seeds), Organic

Cucumber, Squirting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .see MEDICINAL HERBSDandelion, Wild . . .Taraxacum officinaleFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)Herbaceous perennial. Native to and dis-tributed throughout all temperate zones.Leaves are a tasty addition to spring saladsand also delicious lightly steamed—a springtonic. Sow in spring. 200 seeds/pkt $2.95,$6.00/g (~2,000 seeds),$14.55/5 g (~10,000 seeds)$26.10/10 g (~20,000 seeds),$214.00/100 g (~200,000), Organic

Dock, Red-Veined . . . .Rumex sanguineusFamily: Buckwheat (Polygonaceae)(Bloody Dock, Bloody Sorrel, Wood Dock)Quick-growing salad greens and unusualornamental boasting bright red venation.Sow in spring. 100 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicDock, Yellow . .see MEDICINAL HERBS

Fennel, Bulbing . . . .Foeniculum vulgare(Swiss Fennel)Annual or biennial, 90 days to harvest. Theplant makes a white, crunchy bulb that isexcellent to eat in salads or to dip into herb-laden dressing. Try dipping the Fennel bulbinto lemon, tahini, garlic, salt and savory.May be planted in late summer for fall har-vest. Seed germinates best in cool soils. 100 seeds/pkt $2.95, $14.55/5 g (~1,350 seeds)$26.10/10 g (~2,700 seeds), OrganicFennel, Common . . . . .see MEDICINAL

Good King Henry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Chenopodium bonus-henricus

(Early Spinach, Lincolnshire Markery) Family: Goosefoot (Chenopodiaceae)Zone 6 to 10. Low-clumping perennialnative to central Europe. A traditional veg-etable of the cottage garden.50 seeds/pkt $2.45, OrganicGreens, Collard—Champion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brassica oleracea Biennial. 60 to 80 days to maturity. Long-standing, waxy, dark green leaves withwhite venation. Non-heading. Mild eating,sweeter after frost. Sow spring or fall. 200 seeds/pkt $2.95,$11.55/5 g (~1,350 seeds)$20.10/10 g (~2,700 seeds), OrganicGreens, Creasy . . . . . . . .Barbarea vernaAnnual. 40 days to harvest. One of the ear-liest viable greens for fall or spring planting.Strew seed on surface of seedbed, barelycover, and keep moist. Thin to 6 inchesapart. Flowers yellow to 2 feet tall.100 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicGreens, Mixed CookingAnnual or biennial greens, 30 to 60 days toharvest. Mixed cooking greens consist ofChard, Kale, Red Orach & Spinach. Direct-seed or use containers. One packet covers a10 by 4 foot bed. Sow fall or spring. Big 3 g/pkt, $6.95, OrganicGreens, Mixed Salad Annual greens, 30 to 60 days to harvest.Mixed salad greens consist of Arugula,Mixed Lettuces & Mizuna. One packet cov-ers a 10 by 4 foot bed. Sow fall or spring. Big 3 g/pkt, $6.95, Organic

KALEFamily: Mustard (Brassicaceae)The quintessential green for the cancer-pre-ventive diet. Eat them with relish like yourlife depends on it. Chop fine, bruise, addvinegar of wine—divine! Sow fall or spring. Kale, Lacinato . . . . . . .Brassica oleracea(Black Tuscan Kale, Dinosaur Kale)Biennial, winter-hardy Zones 7 to 10.Uniform leaves buff green and savoyed.Very popular type of “dark green leafies.”200 seeds/pkt $2.45, $11.55/5 g (~1,500 seeds)$20.10/10 g (~3,000 seeds), OrganicKale, White Russian . . . .Brassica napusLeaves deeply dissected, dark green withwhite stems and veining. Extremely vigor-ous, highly tolerant of cold, wet soils. A verytasty kale, best after frost.200 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicKale, Winter Red . . . . . .Brassica napusThis Ruso-Siberian red kale is very coldhardy and uniform. It is more tender thanmost kales, and well suited for winter gardening, cloche or greenhouse culture.200 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic

Lamb’s Quarters . .Chenopodium albumAnnual. Wild medicinal food. Soft, slightlydowny, and mucilaginous leaves, likeSpinach—high in protein, calcium, and vita-min A. Sow generously—impermeableseedcoats cause spotty and ongoing germ.300 seeds/pkt $2.45$11.55/5 g (~6,750 seeds)$20.10/10 g (~13,000 seeds), Organic

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LETTUCEFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)Besides making the finest, crunchy salads,Lettuce is rich in life-giving chlorophyll andvitamin K. Brain food. The plant also con-tains antioxidant flavonoids and varyingquantities of the bitter, white, sedative latexknown as lactucarium. Sow in spring or fallnear the soil surface and keep evenly moistand cool for germination. Sow fall orspring. Lettuces are 40 to 55 day annuals.Lettuce, Bloodstone . . . . .Lactuca sativaCompact head lettuce with dark green leavesshot through with burgundy spots. Roundedleaves extremely tender and tasty.100 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicLettuce, Blushed Icy Oak Lactuca sativaTri-lobed leaves, green blushed with red.Thick, juicy midribs. One of the easiesttypes to grow, a good choice for kids. 100 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicLettuce, Butterhead “Kweik” . .L. sativaLime green Buttercrunch Lettuce, whichforms a head—so soft, so tasty, so filling!Butterhead embodies all of the positive traitsof Lettuce, and it is our favorite.200 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicLettuce, Crisp Mint Romaine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Lactuca sativa

Mint green leaves wrap around the whiteheart of this superior selection of Romaine. 200 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicLettuce, Deer Tongue . . . .Lactuca sativaDark-green bibb type lettuce with a butterytaste and crisp texture. Pointed leaves self-wrap and create a loose head. 200 seeds/pkt $2.45, Organic

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Lettuce, Iceberg . . .Lactuca sativa(Crispino)

A crunchy and delectable head lettuce thathas a higher heat-tolerance than most ice-burgs. Externally green, internally white.200 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicLettuce, Melodious Mix . . . . . . .L. sativaAll our garden lettuces mixed together andthen some: Butterheads, Romaines, Headand Leaf Lettuces. A good choice for bed-ding or row-cropping in the field or low-lightgrowing in greenhouse.$9.95/5 g packet (~5,000 seeds), OrganicLettuce, OG Lettuces . . . .Lactuca sativaThis is the sampler of Melodious Mix.200 seeds/pkt $2.45, OrganicLettuce, Wild . . . . . . . . . .Lactuca virosa(Lettuce Opium)Zones 5 to 9. Overwintering annual or bien-nial, native to Central and Southern Europe.Concentrated source of lactucarium. 20 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/plant, OrganicLupini . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Lupinus albusFamily: Legume (Fabaceae)(Sweet Edible Lupine) 70-day annual native to southern Europe andAsia, producing upright follicles to 18 inch-es, filled with fat, yellow seeds. High in pro-tein and fiber, Lupini are a nutritious snackfood, often pickled, marinated, or consumedwith olive oil, garlic, herbs and beer. Theplant prefers a cool, partly shady exposure.Once the weather has settled in the spring toearly summer, soak the seeds overnight inwarm water and sow in the garden, 6 inchesapart. Harvest when follicles become dry.10 seeds/pkt $3.95

Maché . . . . . . . . . . . .Valerianella locustaGently demulcent and tasty salad green.Sow fall to spring in successions and eatwhen very young and tender.100 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicMizuna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brassica rapaMild-tasting, Mizuna produces a crunchyrosette for salad or stir-fry. Probably thequickest green to get going, spring or fall.Standard vegetable culture, very fast germ.Thin to 4 inches.300 seeds/pkt $2.45, OrganicMustard, Miike . . . Brassica junceaLarge and tender leaves with a flavor that isboth sweet and hot. Plant anytime.200 seeds/pkt $2.45, OrganicMustard, White . . . . . . . . . . .Sinapis albaFamily: Mustard (Brassicaceae)Annual herb maturing in 90 days, native toChina. Source of white Mustard seed, thebest type for making your own mustard.Sow in spring. A very quick crop. 100 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic$11.55/5 g (~850 seeds)$20.10/10 g (~1,700 seeds), Organic

ONIONS AND CHIVESFamily: Onion (Alliaceae)Onions prefer a full sun position, frequentwatering, good garden soil, and assiduousweeding. Sow in flats in the greenhouse andkeep cutting back the tops to encourage bul-bing, then transplant. Or, direct-seed byplanting closely together in the furrow. Chives, English . .Allium schoenoprasumZones 6 to 10. Evergreen clumping mono-cot. This is the smallest of the edibleOnions, valued for its tasty green leaves(scapes) and flower buds. A tasty garnish.50 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic`$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, OrganicChives, Garlic . . . . . . .Allium tuberosum(Chinese Chives) Zones 6 to 10. Evergreen clumping mono-cot with flavorful leaves—grows like aChive, tastes like a Garlic. The leaves areflatter and broader than English Chives. 50 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic$7.50/plant, OrganicGarlic, Bear’s . . . . . . . . .Allium ursinumZones 3 to 9. Bulb-forming perennial nativeto Europe, basically the European form oframps. A delightful woodland edible thatcan be eaten whole, usually lightly braised.Plant prefers coo.l, moist shade of woodlandor shade garden. Sow in the fall for germi-nation in the spring, or refrigerate in moistmedium for 90 days and then sow in cool,moist shade. Space 6 inches apart.30 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic`Onion, Egyptian Walking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Allium proliferum(Walking Onions) Perennial monocot to 18 inches, bearingbulblets at the apex, overwintering in Zones3 to 12. Edible and tasty, these are con-sumed when young, like a green onion or

oversized chive. The aerial bulblets are alsoedible and can be used to propagate moreplants. When the plant goes unharvested, itwill eventually fall over and replant itself,therefore the “walking” adage. PlantingEgyptian Onions in your garden means youwill have onions to use any time of the yearthe ground is not frozen. Subsistence gar-dens mainstay.$5.00/plant, OrganicOnion, New York Early . . . .Allium cepaBiennial, overwintering in Zone 4 - 10. As aspring-planted onion, matures in 100 days.New York Early in a white bulbing heirloomwith a sweet and mild flesh. These make ahard, globular onion that is mild-tasting.These store well. 100 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicOnion, Walla Walla Sweet . .Allium cepaBiennial, overwintering in Zones 4 to 10(mulch well in colder zones). White heir-loom bulbing onion with a sweet and mildflesh. These can weigh up to 2 lbs apiece. 100 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicOnion, Welsh . . . . . . . .Allium fistulosum(Bunching Onion, Spring Onion) Biennial, often grown as a 90-day annual.Originally from Siberia, these are an heir-loom monocot, with long stalks that may beblanched white by mounding soil around theplants as they grow. Cutting onions are quiteconvenient for the kitchen garden. Sow infall or spring. 50 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic

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Pepper, Aleppo . . . . . .Capsicum annuum(Halaby Pepper, Pul Biber)

~10,000 Scoville Heat UnitsAnnual, 65 to 70 days to harvest. A blunt-bottomed red pepper on a plant less than 2 feet tall. The leaves shade the fruits.Native to Syria and Turkey and named inantiquity after the ancient city of Aleppo.These peppers are thin-skinned and dry rap-idly. They are crushed, mixed with salt andused as a powerfully flavorful condiment. 20 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicPepper, Cayenne . . .Capsicum frutescens

~77,500 Scoville Heat UnitsCayenne makes abundant long, thin, verydark red fruits. Early to mature even in acool summer. Cayenne is the standardmedicinal herb of commerce. Cayenneincreases circulation, enhances flavor offoods, and improves digestion. 50 sds/pkt $2.95, OrganicPepper, Chilhuacle Negro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Capsicum annuum

~2,000 Scoville Heat UnitsPerennial in Zones 10 to 12, otherwisegrown as a 90- to 100-day annual. RareMexican pepper from the region of Oaxaca.Used mainly in production of mole, the peppers are also great chopped into stir-fry.The taste is complex, fruity, chocolatey, andthe sensation can be much hotter than themoderate Scoville rating seems to suggest.The peppers hang sparsely on the bush, andare so thin-skinned that if left unharvested,they will dry on the plant.10 sds/pkt $3.95, OrganicPepper, Criolla Sella Capsicum baccatum

~30,000 Scoville Heat UnitsPerennial in Zones 10 to 12, otherwisegrown as an 80-day annual. Heirloomnative to Bolivia. Fruits small, pointed,bright golden yellow at maturity, flavorfuland citrusy. Copious yields on a small-leaved bush. Our most popular hot pepper. 30 sds/pkt $2.95,$18.55/5 (~1,200 seeds)$34.10/10 g (~2,400)Organic

Orach, Red . . . .Atriplex hortensis rubraSelf-seeding annual native to Europe andAsia. This cultivar from Italy. Stems andleaves vibrant crimson. Sow fall or spring. 50 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic

PEASFamily: Legume (Fabaceae)Choose a sunny, moist location where thereis mellow, well-rested garden soil. Peasmust not be planted too deeply (just belowthe soil surface). Plant 3 inches apart. EachPea seedling is precious—do not thin. Sowfall or spring. Peas, Laxton’s Progress . . .Pisum sativum(Dwarf Shelling Pea)Annual, 60 days to maturity. These are par-ticularly well-suited for fall gardening,either in containers or in the open garden.Fast maturation of fat pods that carry 9 seedseach. produces a very sweet and tender pea,ideal for snacking or stir-fry. These willappreciate a short trellis. 30 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicPeas, Snow—Oregon Sugar Pod II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pisum sativum

Peas are best planted directly into the gardena few weeks before the other common springvegetables, such as Beets and Carrots. Snow Pea, as sweet as sweet can be. Trellis.50 seeds/pkt $2.95$26.00/lb, Organic

PEPPERSFamily: Nightshade (Solanaceae)Native to tropical America, peppers may besweet or hot. They are perennial in the trop-ics, grown as frost-tender annuals in temper-ate regions. Sow in spring. We grow all ourown peppers. These are open-pollinated,seed saver friendly heirloom varieties thatcannot be matched by fancy hybrids. PEPPER SET: 1 packet each of Aleppo,Cayenne, Criolla Sella, Jalapeno, ThaiVolcano and Puta Madre.6 packets/$14.95, OrganicPepper, African Cayenne . . .C frutescens(Pilipili Mboga)

~30,000 Scoville Heat Units90-day annual. Seeds originally sourced onPemba. The plants are flat-topped, about 2feet tall, festooned with long, thin, taperingpeppers. Traditionally, these are pickedgreen, chopped and dressed with citrus andsalt—a kind of African salsa if you will.When allowed to fully ripen, they attain abright, pungent red. 20 seeds/pkt 3.95, OrganicPepper, Aji Amarillo Capsicum baccatum

~30,000 Scoville Heat UnitsPerennial in Zones 10 to 12, otherwisegrown as a 120-day annual. The plants havewide, meaty leaves, thick, furrowed stems,rise to as tall as 5 feet and give forth sparse,large, pointed, bright orange fruits shapedlike a flame. They are hot, sweet and cit-rusy. “The cornerstone of Peruvian cui-sine.” Late to mature, can be greenhoused.10 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic

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Pepper, Cuneo Bell . . .Capsicum annuum<<<NEW FOR 2022>>>Annual, fruiting 60 to 90 days after trans-plant. An Italian cultivar that ripens to brightorange when ripe. A robust bell pepper thatimpressed us from the beginning by makingsturdy, resilient plants. 20 sds/pkt $2.95, OrganicPepper, Jalapeno . . . .Capsicum annuum

~8,000 Scoville Heat UnitsAnnual. 70 to 90 days to harvest. Jalapenosare easy to grow and become loaded withblunt-nosed fruits. Jalapenos are very hot,being quite popular for fresh consumption,in cooking, and of course for pickling.Peppers ripen to an apple-red. 20 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic Pepper, Puta Madre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Capsicum chacoense

(Tova, Covincho)<<<NEW FOR 2022>>>

~30,000 Scoville Heat UnitsPerennial in the tropics, otherwise grown asan annual, 90 days from transplant to fruits.Wild-type pepper native to Chile. Compact,woody subshrubs rounded in form, flower-ing white to 1 foot, sometimes travelling atground level, almost like a groundcover.The fruits start out amazingly purple col-ored, turning crimson at maturity. They aresimilar to tobasco in form, detach easilyfrom the plant at full ripeness, and are tastyand very hot. We found these to be cold-soiltolerant, plants studded with fruits byAugust. Thin-skinned, fast to dry. 10 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic

PUMPKINFamily :Gourd (Cucurbitaceae) One grown for seeds, the other for smiles,both are ..............................Cucurbita pepoSow in spring in rich hills.

Pumpkin, Styrian(Hull-less or Naked-Seeded Pumpkin)Annual. 90 days to maturity. StyrianPumpkins are grown for their naked seedsthat are a high protein snack, sexual tonic. 10 seeds/pkt $3.95,$11.10/10 g (~47 sds), $55.00/100 g (~470 seeds), OrganicPumpkin, Jack-O-Lantern(Halloween Pumpkin, Pumpkin Pie)Annual. 115 days to maturity. Vining plants,fecund fruiters. Pumpkin imminently carve-able, and the flesh does make good pies.Seeds may be lightly toasted with a littlesalt, shelled or not shelled before eating. 10 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicRADISHFamily :Mustard (Brassicaceae) Radish, Daikon, Miyashege White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Raphanus sativus

Family :Mustard (Brassicaceae) A quick grow in fall or early spring. 60 to 65days to mature roots. Crisp and mild whensliced fresh and dipped—also excellent stir-fried or pickled. Daikon likes rich, deeplyspaded soil. Direct-seed and thin to 4 inches.100 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicRadish, Daikon for Covercrop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Raphanus sativus$15.00/lb, OrganicRadish, Cherry Belle . .Raphanus sativusAnnual. 25 days to maturity. Smooth-skinned bunching radish, bright red withcrispy white interior. 100 seeds/pkt $2.45, Organic

Rampion . . . . . . . .Campanula rapunculus(Rapunzel)Family: Bellflower (Campanulaceae)Zones 4 to 8. Native to Europe. The leavesare soft, the root is crunchy, and the whole plant is edible. Flowers second year,showy lavender, bell-shaped inflorescences.Surface-sow in spring.50 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic

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SPINACH Sow in early spring. Amaranth, Red Spinach . . . .A. tricolor(Bayam, Slender Amaranth, Sukumawiki)Family: Amaranth (Amararanthaceae)Annual. 50 days. This is the drought- andheat-tolerant vegetable that nurtures nativepeoples worldwide, 100 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicSpinach, Bloomsdale Long Standing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Spinacia oleraceaFamily: Goosefoot (Chenopodiaceae)Annual greens native to SW Asia and wide-ly cultivated. Consumption of Spinach istantamount to taking a vitamin pill, and ismore bioavailable and tastier, too. Sowdensely, harvest whole.200 seeds/pkt $2.45, OrganicSpinach, New Zealand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tetragonia tetragonoides

Family: Iceplant (Aizoaceae)Perennial in Zones 9 and up, otherwisegrown as an annual, 50 to 60 days to harvest.Long-lived, slow to bolt, very tolerant of sunand drought. Soak seed in warm water for 3hours and then sow warm, with germ in 10to 20 days. Space 1 foot apart. 30 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicSpinach, Noble . . . . . . . . . . S. oleracea<<NEW FOR 2022>>Family: Goosefoot (Chenopodiaceae)Annual, 50 to 60 days to harvest. Heirloomcultvar dating back to 1926. Leaves thick,giant, plants prolific, slow to bolt. 100 seeds/pkt $2.45 Spinach, Tree . Chenopodium giganteum<<NEW FOR 2022>>Family: Goosefoot (Chenopodiaceae)Showy annual native to E. Asia and India,flowering to 7 feet tall. Young growthmagenta, edible and tasty. Stems used forbean poles and walking sticks. 100 seeds/pkt $2.45 Spinach, Red Aztec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Chenopodium berlandeiri

(Huazontle)Family: Lamb’s Quarters (Chenopodiaceae) Native to Mexico, a grain cultigen that pre-dates domestication of corn. Tasty edibilityin a blush-red leaf, seeds also edible. 100 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicSpinach, Winter Bloomsdale S. oleraceaFamily: Goosefoot (Chenopodiaceae)Annual, 50 to 60 days to maturity. Standardcold-hardy cultivar, richly savoyed leaves,dense nutrition. Very good for early springor late fall. 200 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic Spinach, Winter Merlo Nero S. oleracea(Black Bird)Family: Goosefoot (Chenopodiaceae)Annual, 50 to 60 days to maturity. A dark-green, almost black, deeply savoyed Italiancultivar. A very fast grower and tolerant ofcool soils and frost. 200 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic

RHUBARB, GARDENFamily: Buckwheat (Polygonaceae)Hardy to Zones 5 to 8Giant leaves with colorful stalks. Sow spring.Provide rich garden soil and water frequent-ly for biggest plants.Rhubarb, Garden—Glaskins Perpetual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rheum rhabarbarum

Herbaceous perennial. Glaskins Perpetualmakes nice red stems and keeps pro-ducing throughout the season, therefore the“perpetual” adage. 30 seeds/pkt $2.95$7.55/5 (~400 seeds)$13.10/10 g (~800 sds)$65.00/100 g (~8,000 sds), OrganicRhubarb, Garden—Victoria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rheum rhabarbarum

Standard market pie type with sweeter,green-dappled-with-red stems, producingheavily in first year. 50 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicRhubarb, Turkey see MEDICINAL HERBS

Samphire . . . . . . Crithmum maritimum(Sea Samphire, Sea Fennel)Zones 5 to 9. Perennial halophyte native tothe coast of England. Aromatic stimulant tothe digestion and culinary delight. 30 seeds/pkt $2.95Sculpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Silene inflata(Stridolo) 60 days to harvest, 100 days to flowers. AnItalian heirloom, with toothsome, lance-shaped leaves. Sow in spring.50 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicShungiku . . .Chrysanthemum coronarium(Chop Suey Greens) Family: Aster (Asteraceae)Annual. Native to Eurasia. This is a culti-vated strain originally from China. Harvestfor greens within 40 days! 50 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic

SORRELFamily: Buckwheat (Polygonaceae)Zones 4 to 8. Herbaceous perennials prefer-ring moist to mesic soils, sun. Sow spring.Sorrel, French . . . . . . . . .Rumex scutatus(Buckler Sorrel, Shield-Leaf Sorrel)Classic French selection of the GardenSorrel, with broad, shield-shaped leaves.30 seeds/pkt $3.95Sorrel, Garden . . . . . . . . .Rumex acetosaTender, elongated leaves are excellent to eat,especially nice when prepared as a creamsauce, served over new potatos. 100 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicSorrel, Sheep .see MEDICINAL HERBSSSpignel . . . . . . . . . . Meum athamanticumFamily: Carrot (Apiaceae)Hardy to Zone 6 to 9. Herbacious perennialnative England. Entire plant coumarin-scented. Roots edible and sweet likeParsnips. Sow in spring.30 seeds/pkt $3.95

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SQUASHFamily: CucurbitaceaeNative to the New World. Squashes like fullsun and regular garden soil. Squash, Blue Hubbard Cucurbita maxima80 days. This heirloom dates back to at leastthe year 1859. It is the mother of all squash-es, like a beached whale. 10 seeds/pkt $2.45, OrganicSquash, Red Kuri . . Cucurbita maxima100 days. Rounded, bowling-ball-sized, brightorange-red squashes on a sprawling vine.Syrupy-sweet, for best “pumpkin” pies.10 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicSquash, Yellow Crookneck . . . . C. pepo60 days. Annual. All-time favorite SummerSquash, loved by kids and adults alike. 30 seeds/pkt $2.45, OrganicSquash, Zucchini—Midnight Lightning

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cucurbita pepo55 days. Annual bush type that produceslong, dark green Zuks. 10 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic

TOMATOAll are . . . . . . . .Lycopersicon esculentumFamily: Nightshade (Solananceae)Annual vines. The essence of summer. Sowindoors 60 days prior to last frost. Tomato, Chadwick’s CherryBright red, large-sized Cherry Tomatoes are

produced early in the season. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95$14.55/5 g (~2,220 seeds), $26.10/10 g (~4,440 seeds), OrganicTomato, Goddess of the Moon Cherry(Isis Candy Tomato)<<NEW FOR 2022>>Cherries like full moons on a large, frost-tol-erant, indeterminate bush. The 1-inchorange-red tomatoes taste fruity and sweet.Our first year in growing these, we foundthem irresistable for spontaneous gardensnacking and they were our earliest tomato. 30 seeds/pkt $2.45, Organic

Tomato, LakotaRound, mid-sized red slicers on a largeindeterminate bush. 30 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicTomato, Mandarin<<NEW FOR 2022>>From seed to salad bowl, 120 days in ourgardens. Midsize indeterminate vines pro-duce very firm, round to globular, low-acidorange slicers. This was our top kitchentomato this year, and we prolonged thepleasure by slicing and drying. They didwell in this scenario, as they are very firmand not goopy. I imagine these would be anexcellent choice for any grower looking toproduce a fruit that holds well for transport,yet provides excellent taste at table. 20 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicTomato, Old German(Multicolor Beefsteak)German heirloom brought to the New Worldin the mid-1800’s by Mennonites ofShenendoah Valley, Virginia. Stout bushes,stems thick and squat, producing (often)convoluted, sweet fruits weighing up to 1.5 lbs apiece. Our most popular ’mater. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicTomato, Speckled Roman PasteIndeterminate, 85 days to fruits. Medium-sized, red with yellow stripes. These pastetomatoes are low on on juice and high on flavor. Pasters are for cooking! 20 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicTomato, StupiceAn heirloom Czech cultivar. Vigorous anddisease-resistant indeterminate vines withwide, potato-leaf like leaves produce redslicers, always the earliest to ripen in ourgardens. 30 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic

Watercress . . . . . . .Nasturtium officinaleZones 5 to 10. Perennial water plant.Native to temperate regions of the world.Grows in cool, running water or moist gar-den bed. The leaves have long been used asa vitamin-filled and peppery salad ingredientand as a spring tonic, boiled down thickly.200 seeds/pkt $2.95$8.00/g (~2,000 seeds)$18.55/5 g (~10,000 seeds)$31.10/10 g (~20,000 seeds)

WATERMELONFamily: Cucurbit (Cucurbitaceae)Both are . . . . . . . . .Citrullus colocynthisWatermelon prefers rich and sandy soil anddoes best in the warm, full sun, wateredinfrequently. Seed directly in the springgarden once the soil has truly warmed up.Plant 1/2 inch deep and tamp securely, thenthin to 3 per hill. Make hills 6 feet apart. Asthe vines grow, you can train them to whereyou want them to go. Lift and place. Watermelon, Moon & Stars . . . . . . . . . .70 to 90 day annual vine bearing oblongfruits ranging in weight from 10 to 30pounds. This is an heirloom classic withvery sweet, red flesh and an outer skin thatis dark green with yellow markings thatresemble the moon and stars.10 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicWatermelon, Sugar Baby . . . . . . . . . . . .80 day annual vine bearing round fruitsweighing 6 to 12 pounds. An excellentchoice for small gardens. This is the stripedSugar Baby that goes almost black whenripe. Very sweet red flesh. 20 seeds/pkt $2.95, $13.10/10 g (~250 seeds), Organic

ANDEAN DELIGHTSAchira . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Canna edulisFamily: Canna (Cannaceae)(Indian Shot)Hardy to Zones 7 to 12. Broad-leavedperennial to 5 feet, native to South Americaand West Indies. Flowers bright orange,showy. These lend a tropical touch whengrown as a summer annual and in the green-house or warmer zones makes impressiveclumps. Roots and shoots edible. $7.500/plant, $19.95/3 plants, OrganicAchocha .Cyclanthera pedata var. pedata(Slipper Gourd, Caigua, Caihua)Family: Cucumber (Cucurbitaceae)Annual cultigen from the Andean region,vining to 15 feet. 100 days to fruits, whichare smooth-skinned, slipper shaped. 5 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicGoldenberry . . . . . . .Physalis peruviana(Giant Groundcherry, Topotopo, CapeGooseberry, Husk Cherry, Peruvian GroundCherry, Poha Berry) Family: Nightshade (Solanaceae)Short-lived perennial in Zones 10 to 12, otherwise grown as a garden annual, 100 to120 days to harvest. Native to the Andes, acultivated crop since Incan times. Nutritiousfruits occur in a decorative inflated lantern-like husk. Fruit loaded with vitamins A, Cand B. Excellent crop for temperate summergarden or for the tropics—refreshing fruitswith little effort. Best fruit production inmarginal soils. Sow in spring in pots andtransplant—same as Tomato culture.30 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$8.50/plant, OrganicOca, Mixed Colors . . . . .Oxalis tuberosaFamily: Wood Sorrel (Oxalidaceae)Hardy to Zones 6 to 12, otherwise grown asan annual. Native to the Andes. Food cropmaking brilliantly colored tubers rivallingpotatoes in taste. Cool conditions favored.Hill up and mulch. Space 3 feet apart.$8.50/plant, OrganicYacon, Crystal . .Smallanthus sonchifoliusFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)Perennial to Zones 7 to 12, otherwise grownas an annual, to 5 feet tall. Yacon is a heavyfeeder, and huge crowns may be produced byplanting in rich soil and applying compost asthe plant grows. Tubers are rich in fructoseand inulin and may be consumed right awayafter digging, or may be washed, driedbriefly in the sun, then wrapped in paper andset in a cool, dark place to cure. They willthen become very sweet indeed. $12.00/plant in a 9 inch pot, Organic

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BASILFamily: Mint (Lamiaceae)These Basils are excellent in salad dressing,in stir-fry, in Asian cookery, and they makeincomparable PESTO. Sow in spring. CULINARY BASIL SET (1 seed pkt. eachGenovese, Greek, Mrihani, Sweet, and Thai. $13.90/5 pktsPrice shown is a discount.Basil, Genovese . . . . .Ocimum basilicumCulinary. Tall, uniform, and slow to bolt.Highly productive broadleaf variety, popularfor market gardens and for pesto.100 seeds/pkt $2.95,$8.00/g (~890 seeds),$18.55/5 g (~4,450 seeds)$34.10/10 g (~8,900 seeds), OrganicBasil, Greek . . . . . . . .Ocimum minimumCulinary. A tiny hummock of a plant,resembling a Lilliputian Oak tree, but redo-lent with the finest of Basil aroma. We votethis the best-tasting Basil of all.100 seeds/pkt $2.95, $9.00/g (~880 seeds),$23.55/5 g (~4,400 seeds), OrganicBasil, Kivumbasi Lime Ocimum africanum(Kivumbasi Ndimu)Originally collected by Richo on the Islandof Unguja in Zanzibar. Diminutive in size yet giant in aroma, a Basil like no other; atasty tea herb that powerfully rejuvenates. 50 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic

Basil, Mrihani . . . . . . .Ocimum basilicumAnnual, 60 days. This is a traditional cultivar from the island of Pemba, broughtback to the USA in 1990. The plants arelarge, robust and upright, with ruffled leavesemitting a Basil-Licorice aroma. Plants arehighly resistant to downy mildew, and if thisis a problem in your garden, this would bethe basil of choice! 30 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic $8.00/g (~800 seeds),$18.55/5 g (~4,000 seeds)$34.10/10 g (~8,000 seeds), OrganicBasil, Sweet Lettuce Leaf .O. basilicumCulinary. Prolific producer. Easy to grow, agood beginner’s basil. Large, thick leavesare fine for pesto or salsa.100 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicBasil, Thai . . . . . . . . .Ocimum basilicumCulinary. This is a showy, globe-shapedplant with medium-sized, lance-shaped pur-plish leaves and flowers. Spicy.100 seeds/pkt $2.95$9.00/g (~1,100 seeds),$23.55/5 g (~5,500 seeds), OrganicBasil, Tree . . . . . . . . . . . .Ocimum suave(Previously listed as “Mtule,” the longer wegrow them, the more we realize they growinto. . . trees!) E. African roadside perenni-al to 12 feet. Leaves edible and very high inoil of eugenol, used locally to allay dentalpain, also given to teething babies. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic

Basil, Holy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .see TULSI

Caraway, German . . . . . . . .Carum carviFamily: Carrot (Apiaceae)Biennial or overwintering annual to 2 feettall. Mediterranean. The seeds of this hand-some plant are used to assuage indigestionand infant colic. Allays flatus. 200 seeds/pkt $2.95, $11.55/5 g (~1,500 seeds)$20.10/10 g (~3,000 seeds),OrganicChervil, Fijne Krul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Anthriscus cerefoliumFamily: Carrot (Apiaceae)Annual. Fast-growing, ferny, anise-flavoredgreen is an essential ingredient in saladmixes. The plants are petite and the flavor isfine. Bee-friendly Chervil is cold-hardy.Sow in late summer to fall. 100 seeds/pkt $2.95, $6.00/g (~600 seeds),$18.55/5 g (~3,000 seeds), $34.10/10 g (~6,000 seeds), OrganicCilantro . . . . . . . . . .Coriandrum sativum(Coriander)Family: Aster (Asteraceae)Annual. Native to the Mediterraneanshores. 60 days to maturity. The herb andseeds are stimulant, aromatic, and carmina-tive. Sow in spring.100 seeds/pkt $3.95, $14.55/5 g (~500 seeds)$26.10/10 g (~1,000 seeds), OrganicCumin . . . . . . . . . . .Cuminum cyminumFamily: Carrot (Apiaceae) Annual. Native to the Mediterranean andcultivated worldwide. Easy-to-grow aromaticspice. Sow in spring. 300 seeds/pkt $3.95$14.55/5 g (~1,500 seeds)$26.10/10 g (~3,000 seeds)

DILLFamily: Carrot (Apiaceae)Annuals native to Southern Europe, Iran,and India. Stimulating aromatic carmina-tive—leaf and seed. Plant prefers regulargarden soil and full sun. Direct-seed spring,thin to 6 inches apart. Dill, Bouquet . . . . . . .Anethum graveolens65 days to seed. The standard heirloomvariety, fast-maturing, tall.200 seeds/pkt $2.95,$18.10/10 g (~7,000 seeds), OrganicDill, Greensleeves . . . .Anethum gravolens45 days to leaf.. This variety is compact,leafy, and slow to bolt. 100 seeds/pkt $2.95$18.10/10 g (~7,000 seeds), Organic

Epazote . . . .Chenopodium ambrosioides(Wormseed)Family: Goosefoot (Chenopodiaceae)Perennial hardy to Zones 8 to 12. Native toMexico. Sow in spring.300 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicFennel, Bulbing . . . .see VEGETABLES

Fennel, Common . . .Foeniculum vulgareFamily: Carrot (Apiaceae)Perennial hardy to Zones 3 to 11. Deliciouspathside chew. Sow in spring. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, $14.55/5 g (~1,350 seeds)$26.10/10 g (~2,700 seeds), Organic [WA no]Lemongrass . . . . .Cymbopogon flexuosusFamily: Grass (Poaceae)Zones 9 to 12. When grown as an annual, 60days to harvest. Sow in spring. 50 seeds/pkt $4.95$7.50/plant, $19.50/3, $50.00/10,$20.00/plant (9-inch deep pot), Organic

OREGANOFamily: Mint (Lamiaceae)These Mediterranean standbys grace any border or path, establishing in colonies.They are both a culinary boon that enhancesfine cooking and antioxidant. Sow in spring. Marjoram, Sweet . .Origanum majoranaAnnual, 60 days to maturity. Culinary spiceused for flavoring poultry, sausages, andvegetable dishes Stimulant and carminative.100 seeds/pkt $3.95,$10.00/g (~5,000 seeds) Organic$7.50/plant, OrganicOregano, Common . .Origanum vulgare(Wild Marjoram, Pot Marjoram)Zones 4 to 10. Herbaceous perennial nativeto Asia, Europe and North Africa. Flowersred, in heady corymbs. Mild-tasting andexcellent as a fresh-cut herb used as garnish,in salad dressings and soups. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95$10.00/g (~9,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, Organic

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Oregano de la Sierra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Monardella odoratissima

(Mountain Beebalm) Zones 3 to 9. Perennial miniature woodysubshrub native to the mountains of thewest, flowering lavender to 18 inches tall.Does well in a dry and rocky niche. Shiny-leaved, exquisite patterning. $7.50/plant, $19.95/3, OrganicOregano, Greek Origanum heracleoticumZones 4 to 8. Herbaceous or evergreenperennial. Leaf and flower bract excellentwhen dried, hotter than Common Oregano. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95$10.00/g (~9,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicZaatar . . . . . . . . . . .Origanum syriacum(E’zov)Zones 8 to 12. Fluffy-leaved Middle-Eastern spice combines with garlic and salt50 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, Organic

Parsley, Italian . . .Petroselinum crispumFamily: Carrot (Apiaceae)Biennial or overwintering annual, hardy toZones 5 to 9. Native to southern Europe.We consider this flat-leaved variety to besuperior. Sow in spring. 300 seeds/pkt $2.95$14.55/5 g (~2,500 seeds),$26.10/10 g (~5,000 seeds), Organic

Rosemary . . . . . . .Rosmarinus officinalis$19.95/50g bag of dried herb, OrganicSage, Garden . . . . . . . . Salvia officinalisZones 5 to 9. Woody perennial. Indispens-able spice that imparts a wild flavor. Sagemakes an antibacterial mouthwash or garglefor sore throat; memory enhancing. Sow inspring. 50 seeds/pkt $2.95$17.55/5 g (~555 seeds)$31.10/10 g (~1,110 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, Organic

More Sages under MEDICINAL HERBS

SAVORYFamily: Mint (Lamiaceae)Bright green-leaved aromatic shrubs nativeto the Mediterranean. Scarify seeds lightlyand press into surface of soil, keeping moistand in the light until germ. Work up in potsand transplant out to the landscape spring toearly summer. These require generouswatering to start with, becoming drought-tolerant once established. Savory, Lemon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Satureja montana var. citriodora

Zones 5 to 8. Evergreen woody perennial to20 inches. Compact form of Winter Savorywith strongly lemon-scented foliage. 20 seeds/pkt $3.95

Savory, Purple Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Satureja montana var illyricaHardy to Zones 4 to 10. Evergreen perenni-al ground cover native to Albania, growing to only 6 inches. Plant is a blue-flowered,aromatic spice, leaves purple in winter. 20 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicSavory, Pygmy . . . . . . .Satureja spinosa(Crete Mountain Savory, Pygmy Savory)Zones 6 to 9. Evergreen perennial to 6 inch-es tall, with Thyme-like leaves and multi-tudes of white flowers filled with nectar.Plant prefers a dryish, sunny exposure. 20 seeds/pkt $4.95, OrganicSavory, Summer . . . . .Satureja hortensisAnnual. 60 days to perfect spice. The bestculinary Savory. Bushes to 2 feet. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95$8.00/g (~1,900 seeds),$18.55/5 g (~9,500 seeds)$34.10/10 g (~19,000 seeds), OrganicSavory, Winter . . . . . .Satureja montanaZones 6 to 10. Evergreen perennial to 2 feettall. Rich in thymol. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95$12.00/g (~2,100 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic

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TARRAGONTarragon, Mexican . . . . .Tagetes lucidaZones 6 to 10. Herbaceous perennial thatcan be grown as an annual. Native toMexico. A spice, cold medicine, entheogen.Plant prefers full sun, well-drained soil. Sowin spring. Space 1 foot. Flowers to 2 feet.30 seeds/pkt $4.95, $9.00/g (~1,200 seeds),$23.55/5 g (~6,000 seeds)$44.10/10 g (~12,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, OrganicTarragon, Russian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . .Artemisia dracunculoide(Estragon) Zones 3 to 9. Herbaceous perennial to 3 feettall, native to Europe, Asia, and Western US.Anise-flavored, the herb is used fresh ordried as a condiment.100 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic

THYMEFamily: Mint (Lamiaceae)Thyme is a classic spice for salad dressings,baked protein dishes, and sauces. Tea ofdried Thyme herb is curative to a wide arrayof maladies. Plant prefers full sun, warmlimey soil, moderate watering. In colderzones, Thyme may be grown as an annual,90 days to harvest. Sow in spring. THYME SET (1 seed pkt. each English,French, German Winter, and Mastic. $14.90/4 pkts, OrganicPrice shown is a dfiscount.Thyme, Creeping . .Thymus serphyllumHardy to Zones 5 to 9. Evergreen perennialground cover to 3 inches. As a spice, verymild, yet a preferred variety for rock gar-dens, landscaping, between stepping-stones.100 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicThyme, English Broadleaf Thymus vulgarisZones 6 to 10. Evergreen perennial subshrub native to the Mediterranean andespecially Greece. Perfect mound-shapedplants. Space 2 or 3 feet apart. Flowers to18 inches. Very potent spice. 100 seeds/pkt $2.95$8.00/g (~5,000 seeds),$20.55/5 g (~25,000 seeds)$38.10/10 g (~50,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic

Thyme, French . . . . . . .Thymus vulgarisZones 6 to 10. Tender evergreen perennial,a select cultivar from France. Excellent as aspice, this nicely green, narrow-leaved culti-var is one of the most flavorful of all theThymes. Wonderful flower displays aremuch visited by bees. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, $50.00/10, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, OrganicThyme, German Winter Thymus vulgarisZones 4 to 10. Evergreen perennial sub-shrub similar to Broadleaf English, but morecold-tolerant. An excellent choice forkitchen garden; handy for cutting.100 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicThyme, Greater Wild . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Thymus pulegioides

Hardy to Zones 4 to 8. Evergreen perennialnative to temperate Europe, floweringmauve to 10 inches tall. Variously known asfield thyme or lemon thyme, this is a greatlandscape plant, a spice and medicinal. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicThyme, Long-Flowered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Thymus longiflorusZones 5 to 12. Evergreen perennial sub-shrub endemic to the southerly coast ofSpain, an area known as Andelusia. Thyme-scented. Once established, tolerant of coldand drought. Flowering to 12 inches tall, theplant produces scale-like bracts arranged inpink-tinged cones. Germ 1 to 3 weeks warm. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95Thyme, Mastic . . . . .Thymus mastichinaZones 7 to 10. Whispy evergreen perennialnative to SW Europe. Broad, shiny leavespowerfully camphoraceous. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95$7.50/plant, $19.95/3. OrganicThyme, Orange . .Thymus fragrantisimusZones 5 to 10. Evergreen woody sub-shrub to 12 inches. Flowers of pink, leaves redolent with citrus.30 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicThyme, Spiked . . . . . . . .Thymbra spicataHardy to Zones 7 to 10. Evergreen woodysubshrub to 18 inches, native to Greece.Outsize, lipped flowers of lavender. Glossy,oil-rich leaves in showy, triangular clusters,a good condiment, similar to Zaatar. Sun,dry soils. Space plants 2 feet apart. 10 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$7.50/plant, OrganicTimo Arbustivo . . . . . .Thymus capitatus(Headed Savory)Hardy to Zones 6 to 9. Evergreen perennialsubshrub to 12 inches, native to Italy. Dryslopes and calcerous soil create no stoppagefor this tough little contender. Large, dark-pink, ball-like clusters of flowers feed beesand attract birds and other beneficialwildlife. Excellent in the stew pot. 20 seeds/pkt $4.95 $7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic

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Aconite, Chinese . .Aconitum carmichaeli(Fu-zi)Family: Crowfoot (Ranunculaceae) Zones 3 to 9. Herbaceous perennial native toChina. Bears extraordinary light blue flow-ers shaped like schools of heavy-jawed fishof the coral reef. In TCM, the processed rootis used for warming the internal fire, improv-ing circulation, and tonifying the kidneys.All parts are TOXIC unless properly pre-pared. Sow in fall for germination in thespring, or mix in moist medium (coir or peat)in a plastic bag or lidded jar in the fridge for3 weeks, then sow in cool, moist shade.Plant also prefers to grow in cool, moistshade.50 seeds/pkt $3.95Adenium, Desert Rose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Adenium obesum

Family: Dogbane (Apocynacea)Zones 10 to 12. Caudiciform perennialnative to the island of Socotra. With itsswollen trunk and rubbery, radiating leaves,a perfect bonsai, naturally. External applica-tion only as a skin emollient and pain- reliev-er. Germ in 1 to 3 weeks in Cactus mix,warm and in the light. As per Aloe. 10 seeds/pkt $4.95Adonis, Spring . . . . . . . . .Adonis vernalis(Sweet Vernal, Pheasant’s Eye)Family: Crowfoot (Ranunculaceae)Zones 3 to 7. Perennial with showy, outsizeyellow flowers rising to only 8 inches abovethe ferny foliage, native to central and south-ern Europe. Ancient medicinal.10 seeds/pkt $3.95

AGRIMONYFamily: Rose (Rosacea)Zones 3 to 9. Herbaceous perennials nativeto Europe, easily grown in standard gardensoil. Germination in 2 to 6 weeks in earlyspring conditions. Space 1 to 2 feet apart.

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Agrimony, CommonAgrimonia eupatoriaClassic herb has a marked hemostataic effect, kills tape-worm, and is used as a douche to control Trichomonas. Plant prefers fullsun, average soil. 10 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicAgrimony, fragrant . .Agrimonia proceraAromatic tea herb used in traditional west-ern medicine for treating wounds, gastroin-testinal woes, urinary tract infection. 10 seeds/pkt $3.95Alehoof . . . . . . . . . .Glechoma hederacea(Ground Ivy, Creeping Charlie)Zones 3 to 9. Low-growing stoloniferousperennial used by the Saxons for brewingbeer. Sow fall or spring.30 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic

ALKANET & ANCHUSAFamily: Borage (Boraginaceae)Herbaceous perennials with neon flowers,the source of healing mucilage and uniquesecondary compounds. Drought-tolerantand very, very pretty. Plants prefer full sunand dry soils. Alkanet, Oriental . . . .Alkanna orientalisZones 4 to 11. Herbaceous perennial nativeto Greece, Turkey, Syria, Lebanon,Palestine, and Egypt. Soft, forgiving, citrus-scented leaves give rise to dense, yellow-flowered aerials. Sow in fall or spring. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/plant, OrganicAnchusa, Azure . . . . . . .Anchusa azurea Zones 3 to 9. Herbaceous perennial native toItaly. This species is noted for its edible,intensely royal purple flowers, as big asquarters. Sow in spring.10 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic

ALOEFamily: Aloe (Aloeaceae)Zone 9 to 13. For all practical purposes, pro-tect from frost. The several species thatwithstand light frost will be noted individ-ually. Perennial succulents with showyflowers, easy to grow indoors in low lightareas, where they help purify the air. Aloe arborescens . . . . . . . .(Krantz Aloe)Used in (TAM) folk medicine against metas-tasis of cancer, an elegant plant in highdemand. Otherwise used in creating livingfences, this upright, firm-leaved Aloe isnative to South Africa, growing to 8 feet tall.Flowers coral-red in fall and winter. $60.00 (gallon-size plant), OrganicAloe ellenbeckii<<It’s Back!>>Thick-leaved, mucilage-filled, edible andtasty aloe native to Ethiopia, Somalia andKenya, producing even from young plantsthe showy, orange flowers with green tips.Extremely pleased to have this availableonce again, it is a good time to avail yourselfof this luscious ecotype. $7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicAloe ferox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(Cape Aloe) (Bitteraalwyn, Umhlaba)Trunk-forming Aloe native to S. Africa.Protect from frost. Does very well indoorsin pots, with fat leaves that curve gracefullyupward, eventually pushing itself up on asquat trunk. One of the top 3 healing Aloesworldwide. Flowers bright orange-red. $7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicAloe macrocarpa . . . . . . . . . .(Zebra Aloe)A wonderful houseplant to 18 inches, withfat, deep-green leaves conspicuously bandedin white. Native to Ethiopia and Nigeria,slightly cold-hardy. Edible flowers coloredred to orange. Large plantings used to stabi-lize soil. The leaf exudate is employed as astomachic in Africa.$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicAloe maculata . . .(Soap Aloe, Zebra Aloe)Fat succulent widely distributed throughoutS. Africa. Highly variable. Protect fromfrost. Stubby-leaved plant makes a stout

stump, giving rise to branched stalks toppedby outsize pompoms of orange or red.Locals use the sap as soap.$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, OrganicAloe marlothii . . . . . . . .(Mountain Aloe)Large, single-stemmed succulent to 15 feettall, full of blunt spines, native to S Africa.Yellow-orange, tubular inflorescences.Archatypic aloe. $10.00/plant, OrganicAloe parvibracteata . . . . . . .(Spotted Aloe)Clumping succulent native to the SouthAfrican Savannah, with long, spotted, flattened, purplish leaves. Flowers pink toorange. Extremely fine as an indoor pottedplant, very soft-leaved and comely.$20.00/plant, OrganicAloe petricola . . . . .(Fond of Stones Aloe)Solitary, stemless Aloe native to the EastTransvaal in S. Africa and slightly coldhardy. Our stock is nicely sized-up, withupright leaves, rimmed by dark brown teeth,bearing racemes of white and orange.$20.00/plant, OrganicAloe spicata . . . . . . . .(Bottle Brush Aloe)Perennial Aloe native to Limpopo,Mpumalanga, and Kwa-Zulu-Natal. Elegant,slender-leaved rosettes give rise to cattail-like inflorescences of red and yellow. $20.00/plant, OrganicAloe striata . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(Coral Aloe)Succulent perennial native to East and WestCape Provinces in S. Africa. Leaves broad,flattened, with white margins and candy-likepinstripes of white and green that give rise to2-foot-tall, flowering spikes of coral red(see illustration above). Very cold- hardyand moisture-tolerant.$20.00/plant, OrganicAloe thraskii . . . . . . . . . . . . .(Coast Aloe)Perennial succulent native to the east coast ofSouth Africa. Tree-like to 10 feet tall, withcylindrical, branched inflorescences coloredyellow and orange. $60.00/plant (gallon size), Organic

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Alum Root . . . . . .Heuchera richardsoniiFamily: Saxifrage (Saxifragaceae)Zones 3 to 8. Herbaceous perennial native tothe Pacific Northwest. Pretty moundingplant with white, bell-shaped flowers.Shade. Sow in spring.100 seeds/pkt $3.95Anchusa, Azure see ALKANET& ANCHUSA

Andrographis . .Andrographis paniculataFamily: Acanthus (Acanthaceae)(Kalmegh, Chuan-xin-liang, King of Bitters)<<It’s Back!>>Annual and long-season, fully maturing in160 days. Can be harvested for the activeportion (leaf) well before that time. Nativeto China and India, flowering white to aheight of 18 inches. Rare in the trade andhighly desired. Traditional use: bitter diges-tive, pandemics, vermifuge. Plant prefersfull sun and dryish soils. Soak seed in 120°F water for 5 minutes, then press into surfaceof sandy soil and keep warm and in the light,with germ in 30 days. Space plants 2 feetapart. Dry conditions promote floweringwhile wet conditions promote vegetativegrowth. Newly harvested seeds! 20 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$24.95/50g bag of dried herb, Organic

ANGELICAFamily: Carrot (Apiaceae)Zones 4 to 8. Biennials, preferring partshade to full sun in rich, moist soil. Sow infall or early spring. Cold-stored, short-livedseed. Press into surface of cool, moist soil.Angelica, Official .Angelica archangelicaBiennial. Native to temperate Europe,Siberia, and the Himalayan Mountains.Cultivated worldwide. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95,$11.55/5 g (~1,000 seeds),$20.10/10 g (~2,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicAngelica, Giant Purple . .A. atropurpureaBiennial, native to Eastern North America.The most impressive of the AmericanAngelicas, with giant leaves, purple stemsand white umbels—regal. Prefers moistground or streamside. 30 seeds/pkt $2.95

Angelica, Shining . . . . . .Angelica argutaHerbaceous perennial mountain dweller,native to Western US and Canada. Creamyumbels, aromatic roots, high medicine. 30 seeds/pkt $2.95$17.55/5 g (~400 seeds),$31.10/10 g (~800 seeds)$7.50/plant, OrganicAshitaba, Standard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Angelica keiskei koidzumi(Tomorrow’s Leaf, Hachijo-sou)Zones 6 to 12. Native to Hachijojima islandin Japan. Ashitaba is unique amongAngelicas due to its edibility and the pres-ence of flavonoids known as “chalcones.”Give 30 days cold, moist refrigeration, sur-face-sow, followed by germ in warm soil. 20 seeds/pkt $9.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, $50.00/10,$30.00/plant (9-inch-deep pot), OrganicAnise, Official . . . . . .Pimpinella anisumFamily: Carrot (Apiaceae)Annual. Native to the Mediterranean, AsiaMinor, and Egypt—introduced into Europeduring ancient times. The sweet and spicyseed is a universal flavoring agent, emmena-gogue, and galactagogue. Sow fall to veryearly spring. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95,$11.55/5 g (~2,000 seeds),$20.10/10 g (~4,000 seeds), OrganicARNICAFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)Creeping alpine herbaceous perennials withyellow flowers. Zones 4 to 9, especially atelevation (up to 6,000 feet). Fresh or driedflowers used in classic herbal pharmacy asthe most effective of anti-inflammatories.Plant prefers moist, loamy, acidic soils orrock garden Sow in spring.Arnica, Meadow . . . .Arnica chamissonis(Meadow Arnica)Native to Western North America. Highyielding, forming multiple flower stalks.This is the easiest species to grow. 30 seeds/pkt $4.95,$20.00/g (~2,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicArnica, Mountain . . . . .Arnica montana(Mountain Arnica)Native to the mountains of Europe and Asia.The official species. This one makes thelargest flowers of all Arnicas. .30 seeds/pkt $4.95, $20.00/g (~670 seeds), Organic$10.00/plant, $28.50/3 plants, Organic“Mexican Arnica” .Heterotheca inuloides(Telegraph plant, Camphorweed)Zones 7 to 9. Herbaceous perennial to 3 feettall, flowering sunny yellow. Extensivelyused as an anti-inflammatory in Mexicanherbalism, the plant requires little coddling.50 seeds/pkt $4.95$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic

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ARTEMISIAFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)The Artemisias are aromatic and medicinal-ly active. Excessive dosage potentiallytoxic. Plants prefer full sun and dryishsoils. Sow in fall or early spring. Light-dependent germinators. Mix with sand andpress in. ARTEMISIA SET (1 seed packet of:Artemisia annua; Mugwort, Western;Worm-wood, Absinthe; Yomogi.) [NY, SD,WA no]4 pkts $12.90 Price shown is a discount.Artemisia annua(Sweet Annie, Qing-hao)Annual. 100 days to harvest of leaf andflowers. This is a high Artemisinin, lateflowering cultivar. Pervasively and pleas-antly aromatic foliage. Antiviral, anti-malarial, vermifugal, and antipandemic. 200 seeds/pkt $3.95$12.00/g (~57,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, Organic$19.95/50g bag of dried herb, OrganicMugwort, Common . .Artemisia vulgarisHerbaceous perennial. All temperate zones.Spreads vigorously. The herb is used tomake moxa, burned over acupuncturepoints to quicken the blood. Dream-inducer.Plant 2 feet apart. Grows 3 to 4 feet tall. 200 seeds/pkt $3.95$9.00/g (~4,000 seeds),$23.55/5 g (~20,000 seeds),$44.10/10 g (~40,000 seeds)Not for sale to NY state.$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, OrganicMugwort, Western Artemisia ludoviciana(White Sage)Herbaceous perennial native to western andcentral US and Canada. All temperatezones. The plant is really quite handsome,with its soft, whitish leaves. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/plant, Organic

Sagewort, Prairie . . . . .Artemisia frigida(Fringed Sage, Prairie Sagebrush)Low-growing woody subshrub native to the Black Hills. Leaves silvery, frilled, aromatic. Native American smudge plant.100 seeds/pkt $4.95, OrganicWormwood, Absinthe . . . .A. absinthiumWoody perennial. Native to Europe,Siberia, Kashmir, and the Mediterranean.All zones. This is a strikingly large, silvery-green, soft, and mellow plant for the medic-inal landscape. Used to make “Absinthe.” 100 seeds/pkt $3.95,$12.00/g (~14,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, OrganicNot for sale to SD, WA stateWormwood, Redstem Artemisia scoparia(Yin-chen)Biennial with a wide distribution in NorthAfrica, temperate and tropical Asia, andEurope. Traditional use (TCM): hepato-protective, also used in anti-staph therapy.$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, OrganicYomogi . . . . . . . . . . . .Artemisia princeps(Japanese Mugwort, Kui-hao, Ssuk)Herbaceous perennial native to Japan.Excellent smudging plant, producing asmooth and cooling smoke that purifies theair of pathogens and helps dispel mentalnegativity. Source of moxa used in moxi-bustion. Also a culinary herb, used to flavormocchi, soups, rice. Sun to shade, poroussoils, soils of low fertility, drought-tolerant. 200 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic

Ashitaba . . . . . . . . . . . . .see ANGELICA

ASHWAGANDHAFamily: Nightshade (Solanaceae)Herbaceous perennial in the tropics, annualin temperate zones. Dried root is a Ginseng-like and very potent-smelling tonic. Plantssown in spring may be cultivated much likeTomatoes and their roots dug after first frost. Ashwagandha, African Withania somniferaEvergreen woody shrub native to NorthAfrica, an ecotype with large leaves andvery fast growth. Sexual tonic. 50 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, OrganicAshwagandha, Vedic Withania somniferaWoody subshrub native to India, where it isused extensively in Ayurvedic medicine asan adaptogen, energy booster, sexual tonic.50 seeds/pkt $4.95$12.00/g (~650 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic$19.95/50 g bag of ground, dried root, OG

Asphodel . . . . . . . . . . Asphodelus albusAncient, Aloe-like plant forms a denserosette. Sends up a flowering stalk in earlyspring, much like a red hot poker, but col-ored white, with star-like flowers. 10 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic

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ASTERAster, Aromatic . . . . . Aster oblongifoliusHerbaceous perennial native to Eastern andCentral US. Bearing hundreds of showyblossoms in summer to fall, makes butterfliesflock. Foliage aromatic, used in TWM fortreating cough, asthma. The plant does wellin full sun and mesic water, is tolerant ofclay soils and sand. Space 2 feet apart. $7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicAster, Purple . . . . . . . . . . Aster tataricus(Zi-wan, Tartarian Aster)Herbaceous perennial native to Asia. Thehorticultural advantage is that the plantflowers very late in the autumn, presentinglight-blue flowers at a time of year when thiscolor is rather unusual. The dried root isused in TCM: cough, phlegm. $7.50/plant, $19.95/3, OrganicAstragalus . . .Astragalus membranaceus(Huang-qi)Family: Legume (Fabaceae)Zones 4 to 10. Herbaceous perennial nativeto China. King of tonic herbs, an anabolicimmunostimulant. Prefers full sun, averagesoil, good drainage. Sow in spring.30 seeds/pkt $3.95, $10.00/g (~250 seeds)$26.55/5 g (~1,250 seeds)$49.10/10 g (~2,500 seeds), OrganicAvens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Geum urbanumRose (Rosaceae) Zones 4 to 9Herbaceous perennial flowering lemon yel-low to 18 inches, native to Europe, NorthAfrica, Asia Sow in spring.50 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/plant, OrganicBala . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .see TREESBalloonflower . .Platycodon grandiflorus(Jie-geng)Family: Bellflower (Campanulaceae)Zones 3 to 10. Herbaceous perennial.Native to China and Japan. Striking, blue-purple balloons. Sow in spring. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicBALM Family: Mint (Lamiaceae)Plants pleasant to the touch with citrus-scented leaves. Excellent tea herbs and beefeeders that prefer sun to part shade andmesic garden soils. In the spring, scarifyseed by rubbing lightly on fine grit sandpa-per, then barely cover with soil, press insecurely, and keep evenly moist and in thelight until germination, 10 to 40 days.Balm of Gilead . .Cedronella canariensisZones 9 to 12. Herbaceous perennial nativeto N. Africa and the Canary Islands. Rare.Densely branched with finely-wrought, aromatic leaves and many showy flowers.These are tough to get started! Make sure toscarify on sandpaper, surface sow and coaxthem out of the ground. Its worth it. 30 seeds/pkt $4.95, OrganicLemon Balm . . . . . . . .Melissa officinalis

Zones 4 to 8. Herbaceous perennial. Nativeto the Mediterranean, Russia, Syria, Iran,and Turkestan. Classic medicinal tea herbthat assists in controlling high blood pres-sure, migraines, and hysteria. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$9.00/g (~2,000) seeds$23.55/5 g (~10,000) seeds$44.10/10 g (~20,000) seeds$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicLime Balm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Melissa officinalis ssp. altissima(Crete Balm) Zones 5 to 10. Herbaceous perennial to 2feet. Native to the Mediterranean. Light-green lime-flavored foliage is softly pubes-cent, with outsize flowers of light lavender. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, OrganicBalm, Moldavian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dracocephalum moldavicum

(Moldavian Dragon’s Head)Family: Mint (Lamiaceae)Annual. 100 days to maturity. Native toEurasia. Smallish, erect, branching plantswith bright flowers, enchantingly aromatic. 50 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$9.00/g (~450 seeds)$23.55/5 g (~2,250 seeds), OrganicBalsam, Chinese . . . .Impatiens balsamina(Ji-xing-zi)Family: Touch-Me-Not (Balsamaceae)Annual. Native to China. 70 days to flow-ers. Direct-seed in midspring. 20 seeds/pkt $4.95, OrganicBarbat Skullcap . . . . . .see SKULLCAP

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Beeplant, Rocky Mountain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cleome serrulata

(Spider Plant, Beeweed, Navajo Spinach)Annual, bushy plant to 4 feet with multipleupright stalks crowned by showy, ball-likeflowering tufts of pink to purple. 50 seeds/pkt $4.95Belladonna, Official . .Atropa belladonnaFamily: Nightshade (Solanaceae)Zones 5 to 9. Native to Central andSouthern Europe. This is the officialspecies, used in homeopathy and also inherbalism as a muscle relaxant and to preventmotion sickness, being antispasmodic tosmooth muscle tissue. Showy, danglingflowers giving way to soft, blackly shiningberries. TOXIC if taken internally. Plantsprefer partial to full shade, average fertility.Sow in fall or early spring. Slow to germ.30 seeds/pkt $4.95,$20.00/g (~1,200 seeds), Organic$8.50/plant, Organic

BERGAMOTFamily: Mint (Lamiaceae)Certainly one of the most revered of NativeAmerican medicinals, these can be plantedas chest high, herbaceous hedges. Light-dependent germinators. Direct-seed inspring or start in greenhouse. Germ 30 days.PLEASE NOTE: Everybody thinks thatBergamot carries downy mildew but accord-ing to tests it is high in yeasts, not mildew,and so. . . do not worry about the white spots,they are harmless!BERGAMOT SET (1 seed packet each ofBergamots: Lavender, Lemon, Mixed, &Yellow Dotted Mint)$12.90/4pktsPrice shown is a discount.

Bergamot, Lavender . .Monarda fistulosa(Wild Bergamot)Perennial. Makes tight clusters of lavender,long-tubed flowers. Fantastic fresh-cutflower and tasty tea herb. Full sun, dry soils.100 seeds/pkt $3.95Bergamot, Lemon . .Monarda citriodora(Lemon Mint, Purple Horsemint)Annual. Self-seeding. Native to midwesternand southern US. The leaves are deliciouslylemon-scented. Plant prefers full sun, dryishsoils. Flowers to 3 feet tall.100 seeds/pkt $2.95Bergamot, Mixed Colors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Monarda fistulosa

(Bee Balm)This is a highly aromatic and showy cultivarthat makes mixed colors. The tea or tinctureis delightfully tasty. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicBergamot, Sweet Leaf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Monarda fistulosa

(Lakota Bee Balm)Herbaceous perennial native to westernNorth America, with showy flowers oflavender to rose.30 seeds/pkt $4.95, OrganicMint, Yellow Dotted . .Monarda punctataNative to the eastern and southern US. Thisminty plant has flowers resembling themarkings of a leopard—whorls of strikinggolden flowers spotted with purple.100 seeds/pkt $3.95Bidens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bidens pilosa(Xian-feng-cao, Blackjack, Sticky Beaks)Family: Aster (Asteraceae)150-day annual. Annual weed native toSouth America. Flowers daisy-like, white,to 36 inches. Edible and medicinal, in voguefor treating Lyme. Sow in spring.20 seeds/pkt $3.95, $6.00/g (~1,000 seeds)

$14.55/g (~5,000 seeds),$26.10/10 g (~10,000 seeds), Organic

$19.95/50 g bag of dried herb, OrganicBistort . . . . . . . . . . . .Polygonum bistortaFamily: Buckwheat (Polygonaceae)Perennial. Native to Europe, Asia, and east-ern US. Classic medicinal herb, a gentle andeffective astringent. Prefers full sun, regulargarden soil. Multicycle germinator. Sow infall or early spring. Space 1 foot apart. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicBitter Melon . . . . .Momordica charantiaFamily: Cucumber (Cucurbitaceae) Perennial vine grown as an annual in

temperate climates. 80 to 120 days tomaturity. Pantropical. Standard oblongfruits with green, warty skin. Sow in spring.10 seeds/pkt $3.95$13.10/10g (~50 seeds)

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Bloodroot . . . . . . Sanguinaria canadensis(Red Puccoon, Indian Paint, Tetterwort)Family: Poppy (Papaveraceae)Zones 4 to 9. Herbaceous perennial. Nativeto the moist woodlands of Eastern US andCanada. Loaded with the alkaloid san-guinarine; an expectorant and anticanceragent. Low-dose botanical. Plant prefersmoist, humusy soil and shade. $9.50/plant, OrganicBlue Cohosh . .Caulophyllum thalictroidesFamily: Barberry (Berberidaceae)Zones 3 to 7. Herbaceous perennial. Nativeto the eastern US hardwood forest.Exquisite, 3-lobed, light green leaves andpurple berries. Used to facilitate difficultbirths. Plant likes rich, composty soil in for-est or shade garden. Grows 2 to 3 feet. $9.50/plant, $25.50/3, $75.00/10, Organic$7.00/root, $36.00/6 roots, Organic Roots shipped mid-September to December.Blue Flag Iris . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . see IRISBoneset . . . . . . . Eupatorium perfoliatumFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)Zones 4 to 9. Herbaceous perennial. Nativeto Southern and Eastern US. Large andshowy, bearing masses of long-lived, whiteflowers. Sow in spring. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95$10.00/g (~500 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, OrganicBone Setter . . . . . .Cissus quadrangularis(Veldt Grape, Asthisamhari)Family: Grape (Vitaceae)Zones 10-12, otherwise grown as a fun andfascinating indoor succulent. Small grape-like leaves and tendrils, floweringwhite/green with burgundy highlights, giving way to clusters of red fruits. . $10.00/plant, OrganicBorage . . . . . . . . . . . .Borago officinalisFamily: Borage (Boraginacea)Annual. Native to the Mediterranean. 80days to maturity. Children love to eat thenodding, blue and purple flowers that glad-den the heart. Direct-seed in fall or spring.If sowing in warm soil, best to give the seed30 days moist refrigeration before sowing.30 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic

Black Cohosh . . . . .Cimicifuga racemosaFamily: Crowfoot (Ranunculaceae)Forest dwelling herbaceous perennial. Alltemperate zones. Elegant plants with ser-rated, compound leaves, soaring -flowers.50 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$9.50/plant, $25.50/3, $75.00/10, Organic$7.00/root, $36.00/6 roots, Organic Roots shipped mid-September toDecember.

BLACK SEEDFamily: Crowfoot (Ranunculaceae)Self-seeding annuals. 90 days to flowers.Brightly colored and complex, crownedflowers/seedpods. Sow in spring.Black Seed . . . . . . . . . . . . .Nigella sativaNative to the Middle East. Compact plantsyield strongest seed medicinality of all theNigella. Preference for using Black Seed intherapy is cultural. Highly revered in Africaand Arabia as a kind of panacea, use of the herb in Europe and America has beensporadic. Check “Making Plant Medicine”for some level-headed recommendations. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95,$8.00/g (~400 seeds),$18.55/5 g (~2,000 seeds), $34.10/10 g (~4,000 seeds), OrganicLove-in-the-Mist . . . .Nigella damascena(Nigella, Neon Lights)A cultivar selected here at StrictlyMedicinal®. The plants are miniature, withbright purple, highly frilled flowers.50 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicBleeding Heart, Pacific Dicentra formosaFamily: Poppy (Papaveraceae)Herbaceous perennial forest dweller nativeto the Pacific Northwest. Finely dissected,bluish-green foliage gives rise to masses ofrose-colored, dangling heart-shaped flow-ers. Plant prefers shade garden or acidicwoodlands, growing next to mossy rocksand underneath coniferous trees.Traditional usage of roots (TNAM):toothache, vermifuge. Caution: uncom-fortably acrid. Sow seeds in fall or veryearly spring for germination in the spring. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicBlessed Thistle . . . . . . . . . .see THISTLE

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Bowman’s Root . . . . . Gillenia trifoliataFamily: Rose (Rosaceae)Zones 4 to 9. (Indian Physic, Wild Ipecac)Herbaceous perennial. Native to the decid-uous forests of southeast Canada throughsouthern US. Plant prefers moist, fertilesoils and shade. Sow fall or spring.10 seeds/pkt $4.95, OrganicBrahmi . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bacopa monnieraFamily: Figwort (Scrophulariaceae)Zones 8 to 12. Tropical semi-aquatic peren-nial, grown as an indoor specimen, aquari-um plant, or summer annual. In Ayuveda,used to sharpen the mind and stimulate thememory. Space 1 foot apart. $8.50/plant, $22.50/3, $65.00/10, OrganicBuckwheat . . . . . . .see COVER CROPSBugle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ajuga reptansAn excellent ground cover for shady situa-tions, including under Redwoods or otherwiseacidic soils. Handsome purple leaves, blueflowers, and as a medicinal herb, a classicwoundwort, similar to Self-Heal. 20 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic

BUGLEWEEEDFamily: Mint (Lamiaceae)Rhizomatous, herbaceous perennials hardyto Zones 4 to 9. Sow in spring.Bugleweed . . . . . . . .Lycopus americanusHerbaceous perennial native to the easternstates. Willowy in form, strangely andenticingly, almost skunkily, aromatic.100 seeds/pkt $3.95Gypsywort . . . . . . . . .Lycopus europaeusA bit larger and higher-yielding than itsAmerican cousin. Easy to grow.100 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicBULBINEFamily: Asphodel (Asphodelaceae)Soft-leaved succulents native to SouthAfrica and hardy to Zones 10 to 12, com-monly grown as lovely potted plants. Bulbine, Natal . . . . . .Bulbine natalensis(Rooiwertel)Traditional muti for male enhancement, thefleshy leaves make a showy rosette thatgives rise to bright yellow flowers like candles in the night. 10 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$10.00/plant, OrganicBurn Jelly Plant . . . . .Bulbine frutescensThe name says it all. Leaves filled with glorious gel. Very free-flowering yellow,making sweeping racemes, rounded pods. 10 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, Organic

Bundle Flower . . .Desmanthus illinoensisHerbaceous perennial nitrogen-fixer nativeto the American Midwest. Good choice as anutritious forage crop, also for prairierestoration/dryland erosion control.Scarify seed on sandpaper, sow in spring.100 seeds/pkt $3.95

Zones 3 to 9. Most useful when grown as anannual, 70 days to root harvest. Hardy tap-rooted biennials with wide leaves makescrumptious and medicinally charged rootsthe first year. Burdock, Gobo . . . . . . . . . .Arctium lappa(Niu-bang) Standard medicinal plant, making taprootssometimes as big as your forearm.Combined with Dandelion, a trustworthyblood cleanser for treatment of many ills,including staph. 100 seeds/pkt $2.95, $14.55/5 g (~525 seeds)$26.10/10 g (~1,050 seeds),$117.00/100 g (~10,500 seeds)$266.00/lb (~47,670 sds), OrganicBurdock, Takinogawa . . . Arctium lappaHeirloom Japanese version best for fall har-vest. Roots up to 3 feet long, flavorful. 50 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicBurdock, Watanabe . . . . . Arctium lappaWatanabe produces long, thin, tender, early-maturing roots. They tend to be very con-sistently sized and are excellent for eating.30 seeds/pkt $2.95, OrganicFamily: Rue (Rutaceae)

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BURDOCKFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)

PLEASE NOTE: YOU WILL NOT FINDTrichocereus seeds or plants ON OURWEBSITE, but. . . WE HAVE THEM! Feel free to mail order; we will be glad toreceive and ship your order in good time!

Cactus, Bolivian Torch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Trichocereus bridgesii

Zones 8 to 12. Perennial “Achuma” nativeto Bolivia. This blue-green skinned colum-nar Cactus sports star-shaped clusters ofmedium-length spines. 10 seeds/pkt $5.95Cactus, Peruvian Torch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Trichocereus. peruvianusNative to the Andes. Blue-green columnarCactus with long spines. Rare and powerfulally similar to San Pedro. 10 seeds/pkt $5.95$30.00/potted tip, OrganicCactus, San Pedro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Trichocereus pachanoiZones 8 to 12. Dark blue-green, nearlyspineless, ribbed, psychoactive, columnar10-inch, fragrant flowers. 10 seeds/pkt $5.95$20.00/potted tip, Organic

The rest of the cacti found below may beordered on our website or mailordered:

Cactus Grandiflorus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Selenecereus grandiflorus

Zones 10 to 12, otherwise nicely grownindoors. Native to the Caribbean, a rare epi-phyte. Traditional usage (Eclectic): hearttonic. Up-pot to a gallon of cactus mix. $10.00/plant, $28.50/3, $90.00/10, OrganicCactus, Giant Saguaro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Carnegia gigantea

Zones 8 to 12. Long-lived, branching, elon-gated barrels. Native to the SW. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95Dragon Fruit . . . . . .Hylocereus undatusZones 10 to 12. Perennial vining CactusProtect from frost. Giant, night-blooming,frilled white flowers.. The fruit is pink-fleshed, edible, and delicious.$20.00/plant, Organic

Calamint, Showy . . . . . . . . . . .see CATNIPCalamus . . . .Acorus calamus americanus(Sweet Flag, Rights What’s Wrong Herb)Family: Arum (Araceae)Zones 4 to 11. Perennial monocot waterplant. Native to the northern prairie states.The bitter and aromatic rhizome is a premierdigestive herb. Best germination will beobtained by giving a warm/cold/warm cycle.Plants prefer edge of waterway or an ever-moist, cool, shaded bed.100 seed/pkt $4.95$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, Organic

Burning Bush . . . .Dictamnus purpureusZones 3 to 9. Herbaceous perennial nativeto Eurasia. Upright, multistemmed, fes-tooned with orange-scented shining com-pound leaves and showy flowers, equallyfragrant. Give 90 days moist refrigerationor sow in fall for germ in spring. Spaceplants 3 to 4 feet apart. 20 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$20.00/plant in a 9 inch pot, Organic

CACTUSCactus seeds may be sown indoors anytime.A perfectly draining mix (Cactus mix) is nec-essary. Most growers use bright light andplastic wrap over the planting until germina-tion occurs, then prop the seedlings up withbits of pumice to grow on. Cacti may be keptin sunny room, greenhouse, or summer patio.

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Castor, New Zealand Purple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ricinus communis

The plants tend to be more compact than theother Castors, and the leaf shines like cop-per. Glows in the sun. 5 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicCastor, Zanzibar Red .Ricinus communisPlants large and vibrant with showy redflowers and clusters of bright red seedpods. 5 seeds/pkt $3.95

CATNIPFamily: Mint (Lamiaceae)Zones 5 to 9. Highly aromatic minty plantswith long-lasting, flowering racemes. Fullsun and dry soils. Scarify and sow in spring. Calamint, Showy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Clinopodium grandiflorum

Native to the Mediterranean. Related toYerba Buena, this pretty, miniature, roundedperennial with flowers large to the plant.30 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicCatnip, Japanese . . . . .Nepeta tenuifolia(Jing-jie, Schizonepeta tenuifolia)<<NEW FOR 2022>>Aromatic annual herb growing to 4 feet tall,native to China, one of the warming herbs ofTCM. Bees love it! Plant prefers a sun andfast-draining soils of medium fertility. 1 to3 weeks to germ. Space 1 foot apart. 200 seeds/pkt $3.95,$12.00/g (~2,000 seeds), OrganicCatnip, Official . . . . . . . .Nepeta catariaShort-lived herbaceous perennial. Native toEurope. Downy, green foliage with dense,white-green flowering racemes.200 seeds/pkt $3.95,$8.00/g (~2,000 seeds),$18.55/5 g (~10,000 seeds)$34.10/10 g (~20,000 seeds), Organic

Cayenne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . see PEPPERCelandine, Greater . .Chelidonium majusFamily: Poppy (Papaveraceae)Zones 5 to 8. Herbaceous perennial, self-seeding. Native to Europe and temperateAsia. Acrid, yellow-orange latex, most con-centrated in root, a wart remover and pene-trating alterative. Sow in fall or early spring.50 seeds/pkt $3.95,$10.00/g (~500 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, OrganicChameleon Plant . . . .Houttoynia cordata(Yu-xing-cao, Tsi, Fishwort)Family: Lizard Tail (Saururaceae)Zones 5 to 12. Creeping herbaceous peren-nial native to China. Stolons and leaves ofthis prettily white-flowered creeper used asa tasty condiment as well as anti-Lyme.30 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$8.50/plant, $22.50/3, $75.00/10, $20/plant in a 9-inch pot, Organic

CALENDULAAll are: Calendula officinalis(Pot Marigold)Family: Aster (Asteraceae) Annuals or short-lived perennials. Native tosouthern Europe, although the modern culti-vated form does not really exist in the wilds,except as a garden escape. Probably themost all-inclusive medicinal herb, the plantis healing and anti-inflammatory. Easilygrown by direct-seeding into a prepared gar-den bed in the spring. Tamp well, keepmoist. Germinates best in cool soils andmay take up to 2 weeks to germinate. Startearly for best results. Space 1 to 2 feet apart. CALENDULA SET (1 seed packet each)4 pkts $11.90 Price shown is a discount.Calendula, MixedThis heirloom produces single and double,yellow and orange flowers. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95,$17.55/5 g (~1,000 seeds),$31.10/10 g (~2,000 seeds), OrganicCalendula, OrangeThis strain produces orange flowers measur-ing up to 3 inches in diameter. They arepretty, yield well, and make good medicine. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95,$17.55/5 g (~600 seeds),$31.10/10 g (~1,200 seeds),OrganicCalendula, YellowYellow flowers with yellow centers. Weselected this cultivar over the course of anumber of years when our name was“Horizon Herbs.” We’re happy to re-intro-duce pure yellow Calendula and hope tohave it from now on. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic Cardinal Flower . . . . . . . .see LOBELIA

CASTORFamily: Spurge (Euphorbiaceae)TOXICTropical perennial, temperate annual. 100days to maturity. Native to Africa. Direct-seed in spring.Do not eat the seeds of Castor!CASTOR SET (1 packet each of Giant,New Zealand Purple, and Zanzibar Red.)3 pkts $9.90 Price shown is a discount.Castor, Giant . . . . . . . . .Ricinus communisLargest of all the Castors with green, promi-nently veined leaves up to 3 feet across on aplant up to 20 feet tall. 5 seeds/pkt $3.95

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CHAMOMILEFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)Dried Chamomile flowers make a gentlysedative and decidedly delicious tea that iscalming to the stomach and improves diges-tion. Plants prefer full sun and regular gar-den soil. Short-lived seed. Sow directly infall, midwinter, or very early spring.CHAMOMILE SET (1 seed packet each)4 pkts $11.90 Price shown is a discount.Chamomile, Dyer’s . .Anthemis tinctoria(Golden Marguerite)Zones 4 to 8. Perennial native to Europe.Large, lemon-yellow daisies used to dyewool and as a salutary tea. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, $10.00/g (~1,500 seeds)Chamomile, German Matricaria recutitaAnnual, self-seeding. Native to Europe,Iran, and Afghanistan. 80 days to maturity.Cultivated everywhere. This is the delight-fully aromatic Chamomile of tea fame.Flowers yellow, with white rays, to 2 feet.500 seeds/pkt $3.95, $10.00/g (~7,500 seeds),$26.55/5 g (~37,500 seeds),$49.10/10 g (~75,000 seeds), OrganicChamomile, Roman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Chamaemelum nobileZones 4 to 9. Perennial ground cover.Native to southern and western Europe.Plants spread and interlock to form a toughmat, which can be mowed.300 seeds/pkt $3.95, $14.00/g (~7,500 seeds), $38.55/5 g (~37,500 seeds),$69.10/10 g (~75,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicChamomile, Saint John’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Anthemis sancti-johannis

Zones 3 to 9. Evergreen, short-lived peren-nial to 18 inches, native to the mountains ofBulgaria. Pretty, ferny, mounding plant.50 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic

CHRYSANTHEMUM, CHINESE(Ju-hua)Cultivars of Chrysanthemum morifoliumFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)Zones 5 to 10Herbaceous perennials native to China,.Ancient cultigens that cannot be propagatedby seed. Tea chrysanthemums prefer fullsun and well-drained garden soil, frequentwatering. Flowers occur fall to early winter.Bo-ju-hua flowers earlier than Gong-ju-hua.Space plants 2 feet apart. Ju-hua is used inTCM to release the exterior to tonify theliver, dispel toxins, brighten the eyes.Flowers once on the plant, then once againin the teacup!Chrysanthemum, Chinese—Bo-ju-hua .This is a standard cultivar with medium-sized, single-petaled flowers of cream.They are a preferred type for making a bev-erage tea due to their sweetness of taste. $15.00/plant, OrganicChrysanthemum, Chinese—Gong-ju-hua(Huangshan Gongzhu)The plants are both robust and long-lived.This choice cultivar produces small, buttonflowers of yellow and cream. These arepowerful when dried and infused to makethe herbal tea. $15.00/plant, Organic

Chia . . . . . . . . .see ANCIENT GRAINS

Chickweed, Common

Stellaria mediaFamily: Pink (Caryophyllaceae)Annual. 60 days to maturity. Native to alltemperate regions, as far north as the Arctic.Classic spring tonic, loaded with laxative,blood-cleansing saponins. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95,OrganicCilantro . . . . . . . . . .Coriandrum sativum(Coriander)Family: Aster (Asteraceae)Annual. Native to the Mediterraneanshores. 60 days to maturity. The herb andseeds are stimulant, aromatic, and carmina-tive. Direct-seed in early spring. Lovely! 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, $14.55/5 g (~500 seeds)$26.10/10 g (~1,000 seeds), Organic

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CLEAVERSFamily: Madder (Rubiaceae)CLEAVERS SET (1 seed packet each of the following.) Sow in fall or early spring.4 pkts $12.90Price shown is a discountCleavers . . . . . . . .Galium aparineAnnual. Native to woodlands and wasteplaces of Europe and the US. The juice ofthe fresh herb is a lymphatic tonic andspring cleanser. Prefers regular garden orforest soil. Sow in fall or early spring.Space 1 foot apart. Flowers tiny, white stars. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicMadder . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rubia tinctorumZones 5 to 9. Climbing perennial native tothe Mediterranean and southern Europe.The plant is a classic element of theMedieval garden. Madder root contains afine red dye. Sow in warm soil with germ in2 weeks. Sun, well-drained soil.10 seeds/pkt $4.95,$22.55/5 g (~300 seeds),$40.10/10 g (~600 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, OrganicOur Lady’s Bedstraw . . . .Galium verumZones 3 to 7. Herbaceous perennial. Nativeto the British Isles, Europe, Asia, andMesopotamia. Used as a clean and aromaticstuffing for mattresses, a curdling and color-ing agent for cheesemaking, and a lymphat-ic and urinary tonic. Red dye-plant. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$5.00/plant, OrganicSweet Woodruff . . . . . .Galium odoratum(Woodderowffe)Zones 4 to 8. Herbaceous perennial. Nativeto Europe, Siberia, and North Africa. This isa classic strewing herb. Plant prefers richforest soil or shade garden. Sow the seedsoutdoors in the fall, midwinter, or spring.30 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic

Clover . . . see COVER CROP SECTIONCodonopsis . . . . . . . . . . .see Dang-shen

Colchicum . . . . . . .Colchicum autumnale(Meadow, Autumn Crocus)Family: Lily (Liliaceae)Zones 6 to 9. Bulbous perennial. Native toEurope. Blooming in September orOctober, the flowers are large and impres-sive chalices. Source of the active alkaloidcolchicine. Sow in spring or summer.50 seeds/pkt $3.95Columbine, Wild Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Aguilegia canadensis

Family: Crowfoot (Ranunculaceae)Zones 3 to 8. Herbaceous perennial forestdweller to 2 feet tall. Low-dose botanical.Plant prefers shade, loamy soils. Scatterseed in woodlands. 20 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic

COMFREYFamily: Borage (Boraginaceae)Zones 3 to 9. Herbaceous perennial native toEurope. Multipurpose healing, permaculture,and animal food plant. We offer 2 types: 1) thetrue, fertile, original, and exquisiteSymphytum officinale and 2) the extremelyuseful, robust, and fast-growing Russianbocking 14 cultivar (Symphytum xuplandicum). The roots and leaves of bothtypes contain the cell-proliferant allantoin. Comfrey, Russian Bocking 14 Cultivar . . . . . . . . . . . . .Symphytum x uplandicum

This is the Comfrey our family (includingour animals) has relied upon for over 40 years. Synergises with trees in orchards.$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic$4.00/root cutting,$19.50/6 root cuttings,$60.00/20 root cuttings, OrganicComfrey roots are available year ‘round.Comfrey, True . . . .Symphytum officinaleTrue Comfrey is the original medicinal herb as detailed in all the ancient literature.Flowers vivid purple, dangling. In cool soilsof fall or early spring, sow the large, shinyseeds just under the surface and tamp insecurely. Germ within 30 days. If the soil isvery warm, or if planting in a greenhouse,give the seed 30 days cold, moist condition-ing by putting in moist medium in a plasticbag in the fridge, not the freezer, and thensow in warm conditions.20 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic$5.00/root cutting,$27.00/6 root cuttings,$80.00/20 root cuttings, OrganicComfrey roots are available year ‘round.

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Cordao . . . . . . . . . . . . . .see Wilde DaggaCornflower, Dark Blue Centaurea cyanus(Basketflower, Bachelor’s Buttons,Bluebottle, Boutonneire Flower, Cyani)Annual, producing flowers in 6 to 8 weeksfrom seeding. Native to Europe. The deepblue of Cornflowers is a welcome sight incultivated fields or prairies, where it brings atouch of fairy madness. Dried petals used toimprove the color of tea blends.50 seeds/pkt $3.95,$7.00 g (~250 seeds),$17.55/5 g (~1,250 seeds),$31.10/10 g (~2,500 seeds), Organic

COSTMARYFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)Short-lived herbaceous perennials that exudebrightly balsamic aromatics. All are verycold-hardy and prefer full sun and dryish,well-drained soils. Sow in spring. Light-dependent germ. Space 2 feet apart. Costmary . . . . . . . .Tanacetum balsamitaZones 5 to 9. Native to Asia. Long, broadleaves support loose clusters of yellow flow-ers that emit a pleasant, balsamic fragrance.One of the ancient strewing herbs, a classic. 100 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic

Feverfew . . . . . . .Tanacetum partheniumZones 5 to 8. Native to temperate zones ofthe world. Single, white and yellow, daisy-like flowers grow densely on upright bushes,as pretty as Chamomile. Valuable tonic forthe prevention of migraine. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, $12.00 g (~7,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic

Cowslip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Primula verisFamily: Primrose (Primulaceae)Zones 3 to 7. Herbaceous perennial. Nativeto Britain. Bright yellow flowers springforth from the basal rosette, designed bynature to thrive among the grasses. Theflowers are sedative and pain-relieving, usedin homeopathy, tinctures, teas, face washes,and in wine-making. Sow seed in fall, mid-winter, or very early spring.100 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicCucumber, Squirting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ecballiunm elateriumZones 8 to 12. Perennial vine native to theMediterranean. A trick plant that ejects itsseeds in a startling manner. Sow in spring.10 seeds/pkt $4.95, OrganicCulver’s Root . .Veronicastrum virginicum(Black Root)Family: Figwort (Scrophulariaceae)Zones 3 to 8. Herbaceous perennial. Nativeto eastern and central US. The tall, whiteflowering spikes are long-lived and veryshowy in the herbal garden. Seed is a light-dependent germinator and should be pressedinto surface in early spring and kept cool andmoist until germ. Space plants 2 feet apart. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicDaisy, Oxeye . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Chrysanthemum leucanthemum

Family: Aster (Asteraceae)Zones 3 to 9. Perennial native to Europe andtemperate Asia. Excellent attractor of poli-nators and also children, who will makedaisy chains of them. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$11.55/5 g (~10,000 seeds),$20.10/10 g (~20,000 seeds),$80.00/100 g (~200,000 seeds), OrganicNot for sale to CO, IN, WA, MT states.Dandelion . . . . . . . .Taraxacum officinaleFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)Zones 3 to 10. Herbaceous perennial.Native to all temperate zones. Dandelion isa medicinal food, a gentle liver tonic anddiuretic. Sow in spring. 200 seeds/pkt $3.95,$8.00 g (~2,000 seeds),$18.55/5 g (~10,000 seeds),$34.10.10/10 g (~20,000 seeds),$248.00/100 g (~200,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic

MEDICINAL HERB SEEDS & PLANTS

Dang-shen pilosula Codonopsis pilosula(Poor Man’s Ginseng)Family: Bellflower (Campanulaceae)Zones 5 to 9. Twining and climbing herba-ceous perennial. Native to China. Delicate,comely plant makes sweet, crispy roots thatbuild chi. Sow in spring.50 seeds/pkt $4.95,$20.00/g (~2,500 seeds), Organic

DATURAFamily: Nightshade (Solanaceae)Magico-religio-therapeutic plants character-ized by fast growth, and trumpet-shaped flowers emitting heady perfume. TOXICDo not take internally. Datura, Jimson Weed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Datura stramonium

Multiple upright white or blue trumpets on afeisty waist-high annual plant. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95, $14.55/5g (~750 seeds)$26.10/10g (~1,500 seeds), OrganicDatura, Moonflower . . . . .Datura inoxiaZones 7 to 12. White flowers track the moonin the sky while they emit narcotic odors thatattract giant moths.10 seeds/pkt $4.95,$9.00/g (~60 seeds)$23.55/5 g (~300 seeds)$44.10/10 g (~600 seeds), Organic$10.00/plant, OrganicDatura, Mranaha . . . . . .Datura fastuosaTropical form, native to the Island of Ungujain the Zanzibar archipelago. Plant is con-spicuous, with very dark purple stems andregal, upright white chalices nicely tinged inlavender. Seedpods warty, not so spiny. 10 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic

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Datura, Sacred . . . . . . . .Datura wrightiiZones 8 to 12. Evergreen or herbaceousperennial native to the deserts of SouthernCalifornia, southwestern USA and Mexico.Flourishes in disturbed soil in full sun,requiring little or no water. Flowers sweet-ly fragrant flaring white trumpets on asprawling plant, up to 15 feet wide.Traditional usage (TNAM): Shamanic. 10 seeds/pkt $3.95

Datura, Toloache . . .Datura meteloidesZones 7 to 12. Evergreen or herbaceousperennial native to the deserts of SouthernCalifornia, Utah, Texas, and Mexico.Flourishes in dry, disturbed soil in full sun. 20 seeds/pkt $3.95Datura, Torna Loco .Datura ceratocaula(Atlinan) Fleshy, water loving or aquatic annual,native to Mexico. The flowers are showy—large violet-hued, flaring trumpets that emitthe fragrance of Wintergreen. 10 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicDatura, Tree (Brugmansia) . . .see TREESDianthus, Fringed Pink Dianthus superbus(Qu-mai, Jove’s Flower)Family: Pink (Caryophyllaceae)Zones 4 to 8. Herbaceous perennial nativeto China, flowering lavender to 20 inches.Used in TCM. Fragrant. Sow in spring.50 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, OrganicDock, Yellow . . . . . . . . . . .Rumex crispusFamily: Buckwheat (Polygonaceae)Zones 3 to 9. Herbaceous perennial. Nativeto Europe and north Asia. Root is a gentlelaxative and a good source of iron. Leavesare a spring tonic. Plant prefers partialshade to sun, moist ground. Sow in spring. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicDragon Fruit . . . . . . . . . . .see CACTUSDragon’s Head . . . . . . . . . . . .see BALM

ECHINACEAFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)All species are incredibly beautiful.Echinacea prefers full sun, well-drainedsoil, and regular watering. Most species willgerm in 2 to 3 weeks in a warm (not toohot!) greenhouse and watered gently. Aperiod of cold, moist refrigeration increasesgerm. Most species do best planted 2 feetapart. Sow in fall or early spring. Echinacea angustifolia (Narrow-leaved Coneflower)Zones 3 to 9. Herbaceous perennial. Mostherbalists consider this to be the strongest ofall the species in terms of medicinal activity. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95$29.55/5 g (~1,200 seeds),$54.00/10 g (~2,400 seeds), Organic$8.50/plant, $22.50/3 plants, Organic

Echinacea pallida(Pale-purple Coneflower)Zones 3 to 8. Herbaceous perennial. Nativeto the central plains states. This is a tall,taprooted plant bearing beautiful, compositeflowers with drooping ray flowers and whitepollen. 100 seeds/pkt $4.95, $23.55/5 g (~1,500 seeds), Organic$8.50/plant, OrganicEchinacea paradoxa(Yellow Coneflower)Zones 4 to 8. Herbaceous perennial. Nativeto the Ozarks. The paradox is, that this“Purple Coneflower” is yellow! Rare. Cold-condition seed 2 months. Flowers to 3 feet.100 seeds/pkt $4.95, OrganicEchinacea purpurea(Purple Coneflower)Zones 4 to 12. Herbaceous perennial.Originally native to the midwest. Widelycultivated and easy-to-grow. Our family’sfavorite. Flowers purple, to 3 to 4 feet. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95$14.55/5 g (~2.100 seeds),$26.10/10 g (~4,200 seeds),$214.00/100 g (~42,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicEchinacea tennesseensis(Tennessee Purple Coneflower)Zones 5 to 9. Herbaceous perennial. Rare,endemic species native to Tennessee. Deeppurple, upwardly reflexed ray flowers.20 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic

Eclipta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Eclipta alba(Bhringraj, Eclipta prostrata, Mo-han-lian)Family: Aster (Asteraceae)Annual. 60 days to harvest. A creeping andmoisture-loving herb, we grow these in theopen garden and take pleasure in their soft,dark greenness punctuated by starlike flow-ers, a bush like the heavens at night. InAyurvedic practice, Eclipta is used both as ahepatic tonic and a hair tonic. Used similar-ly in TCM. Sow in spring. 30 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic

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ELECAMPANEFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)The “Official” species is best used as medi-cine, the “Magnificent” is better reservedfor its showy flowers. An indispensablegenus in that it has saved many lives. Sow inearly spring by pressing into soil surface andkeeping evenly moist and in the light.Space plants 2 to 3 feet apart. Elecampane, Magnificent Inula magnificaZones 5 to 8. Native to southern and centralEurope, the Balkan Peninsula, and centralAsia. Herbaceous perennial native toEurope. Large, upright herbaceous perenni-al bearing many bright yellow flowers.Giant, coarse, aromatic leaves and multipleupright flowers measuring up to 6 inchesacross. Plant prefers sun to part shade andmoist soils. For use in herbal medicine, theofficial species (below) is preferred.50 seeds/pkt $4.95, OrganicElecampane, Official . . . . .Inula heleniumZones 3 to 8. Large, upright herbaceousperennial bearing many bright yellow flow-ers. Native to southern and central Europe,the Balkan Peninsula, and central Asia.Plant prefers sun to part shade and moistsoils. Premier cough and lung remedy. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95, $10.00/g (~250 seeds),$26.55/5 g (~1,250 seeds),$49.10/10 g (~2,500 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic

EPHEDRA(Joint Fir)Family: Ephedra (Ephedraceae)Perennial, primitive shrubs with jointedstems. Mormon teas are native to theAmerican Southwest. Sow in spring. Mormon Tea, Green . . . . .Ephedra viridisZones 6 to 12. Bushy subshrub to 5 feet tall.Thick, dark-green stems, winter-flowering.30 seeds/pkt $3.95$11.55/5 g (~250 seeds),$20.10/10 g (~500 seeds)$80.00/100 g (~5,000 seeds)Mormon Tea, Nevada Ephedra nevadensisZones 6 to 12. Bushy subshrub to 5 feet tall.Makes a congenial tea, which is astringentand has a marked bronchial-dilating effect—ephedrine free. Mormon tea grows in thecool weather; summer dormant.30 seeds/pkt $3.95$11.55/5 g (~250 seeds),$20.10/10 g (~500 seeds)$80.00/100 g (~5,000 seeds)

Erigeron . . . . . . . . . . ..Conyza canadensis(Canada Fleabane)Family: Aster (Asteraceae)Annual or overwintering annual native toNorth America, being a tough roadside weedthat is inobtrusive in appearance, yet aromat-ic in essence. Sow in spring.100 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicEvening Primrose . . .Oenothera biennisFamily: Evening Primrose (Primulaceae)Zones 4 to 9. Biennial. Native to Europeand North America. Very good woman’sherb. High in essential fatty acids. Plantprefers full sun and withstands poor and dry soils. Light-dependent germinator. Sowin fall or spring. Space 1 to 2 feet apart.Flowers 3 to 6 feet tall. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicFame Flower . . . . ..Talinum paniculatum(Tu-ren-shen)Family: Purslane (Portulaccaceae)Zones 7 to 11, otherwise grown as an annu-al. Perennial succulent native to the centraland southern US and used in TCM to tonifythe digestion, promote breast milk. Brightsprays of cinnibar seedpods. Sow in spring.100 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, OrganicFang-feng . . . . .Saposhnikovia divaricata(Chinese Laserwort, Siler) Family: Carrot (Apiaceae) Zones 5 to 9. Herbaceous perennial floweringin white umbels to 32 inches, native to China,Russia, Korea, and Japan. Used in TCM forpain relief. Plant prefers regular garden soiland a sunny exposure. In fall or early spring,sow seed on surface and press in. Spaceplants 1 to 2 feet apart. 30 seeds/pkt $4.95 $7.50/plant, Organic

Fennel, Common . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Foeniculum vulgare var. GrosfruchtigerFamily: Carrot (Apiaceae)Zones 3 to 10. Herbaceous perennial.Native to Europe. Choice cultivar producingseed and green herb that are tasty, aromatic,antiseptic, expectorant, carminative. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95$14.55/5 g (~1,350 seeds),$26.10/10 g (~2,700), OrganicNot for sale to Washington state.Fenugreek, Common see COVER CROPSFeverfew . . . . . . . . . . .see COSTMARYFigwort . . . . . . . . . .Scrophularia nodosaFamily: Figwort (Scrophulariaceae)Herbaceous perennial native to Europe.Hooded, purple flowers attract pollinatorsand hummingbirds. Sow in spring. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95Fireweed . . . . . .Epilobium angustifolium(Kaporie Tea)Family: Primrose (Onagraceae)Zones 3 to 7. Herbaceous perennial. Theshowy flowers occur in long plumes, coloredpink to purple, on plants ranging from 1 to 6feet tall. Sow in spring. 300 seeds/pkt $4.95

FLAX (LINSEED)Family: Flax (Linaceae)Brown and Golden native to temperateEurope and Asia. Perennial Blue native toWestern US. 90 days to maturity. Direct-seed in spring. One packet covers 40 sq. ft.Flax, Brown . . . . . . .Linum usitatissimumFlax is a pretty blue flower in the garden thatyields a valuable seed—excellent sprouted,raw, added to baked goods.200 seeds/pkt $2.95,$9.00/lb, OrganicFlax, Golden . . . . . . .Linum usitatissimum(Omega Flax)Cultivar producing seeds containing highconcentrations of omega-3 fatty acids(linolenic acid). Golden color contributes tosprouts and baked goods featuring this tasty,nutritious and mucilage-laden seed.200 seeds/pkt $2.95, $11.00/lb, Organic

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Foxglove, Purple . . . .Digitalis purpureaTOXIC

Biennial. This is the classic Foxglove.Flowers trumpet-shaped, lipped, deep pinkto purple, interior spotted with darker purpleand white. Sow in the fall or early spring.Light-dependent germinator. 300 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicFoxglove, Zimbabwe .Ceratotheca trilobaFamily: Sesame (Pedaliaceae)Self-seeding annual flowering in 150 days.May perennialize in Zone 8 and up. Showy.Base of plant bushy with tri-lobed leavesshooting forth thin, flowering spikes fes-tooned with flaring, light purple flowers. 30 seeds/pkt $4.95, OrganicFringed Pink . . . . . . . . . .see DIANTHUSGao-liang-jiang . . . . .Alpinia officinarumFamily: Ginger (Zingiberaceae)(Lesser Galangal) Zones 7 to 12. The roots are warming, cin-namony, and aphrodisiac. An herb that ridsthe body of toxic wastes, essential in TCM. $10.00/plant, $28.50/3, $90.00/10, OrganicGayfeather . . . . . . . . . . . .Liatris spicata(Blazing Star)Family: Aster (Asteraceae)Zones 3 to 9. Herbaceous perennial native tothe prairie states. Among the handsomest ofour prairie species, with upright racemescrowded with rose colored florets—one ofthe best butterfly attractors of all time. Beet-like root is a urinary tonic; poultice againstsnakebite. Plant prefers full sun. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic

GENTIANFamily: Gentian (Gentianaceae)A diverse genus that nonetheless tends toproduce plants of singular bitterness. Alltend to stimulate digestion. Centaury, European . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Centaurium erythraea

Zones 3 to 8. Annual or overwintering annu-al flowering dark pink to 8 inches tall, nativeto Europe, the Mediterranean, Asia, andNorth America. Plant prefers nutrient-poorsoils in sun to part shade and often grows inplaces that flood in the winter and becomequite dry in the summer. Leaves and flowersare a bitter tonic like Gentian, to which thislittle beauty is related.100 seeds/pkt $3.95Gentian, Tibetan . . . . . .Gentiana tibeticaHardy to Zones 3 to 7Herbaceous perennial native to Tibet.Traditional usage (TCM): digestive.Probably the easiest true Gentian to growfrom seed, and the most forgiving in terms ofenvironmental requirements for its contin-ued growth and happiness. Sow in spring.Shade to full sun, moist to somewhat dry,they prosper. Space 1 to 2 feet apart. 30 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10 Organic

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Four O’Clock, White . . Mirabilis jalapaFamily: Four O’Clock (Nyctaginaceae)Zones 7 to 10, otherwise grown as an annual, 100 days to large, fountaining bushesdotted with fragrant white blossoms. Theseare among the best of all flowering medici-nal plants for dry sites. Heaven scent. 7 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic

FOXGLOVEFamily: Figwort (Scrophulariaceae)Zones 4 to 8. An easy-to-grow, strikinglybeautiful, and historically significant plantfor the medicinal garden. Low-dose botan-icals. Press light-dependent seed into surfaceof soil in fall or spring. Foxglove, Grecian . . . . . .Digitalis lanata(Wooly Foxglove) TOXICBiennial. Native to southeastern Europe.Species most widely used for production of cardiac glycosides (digitoxin). Stunningflowers cup-shaped with a prominent lipveined in purple.100 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$7.50/plant, Organic

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Gentian, Yellow . . . . . . . . .Gentiana luteaZones 4 to 8. Herbaceous perennial nativeto the mountain meadows of central andsouthern Europe and Asia Minor. Rare.Yellow Gentian is the purest of bitter agents.The flowers are rich yellow, the herbage issucculent, and the root is the premier officialbitter tonic. Prefers rich, shallow, moist soilin partial shade. Sow in fall, winter, or veryearly spring. Space 6 inches apart. Flowers3 to 4 feet tall. 50 seeds/pkt $4.95$12.00/g (~900 seeds), Organic$10.00/plant, $28.50/3 plants, Organic

GERANIUMFamily: Geranium (Geraniaceae)Zones 10 to 12, often grown as a summerannual or brought in for the winter. They dofine when potted and placed in a bright win-dow. Low-lying, mounding perennials withsoft leaves, very giving of their long-lasting,showy plumes of bright flowers. Geranium, Scented—Attar of Roses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pelargonium capitatum

This is the world standard scented geranium.Opens the heart chakra and calms the spirit.$10.00/plant, $28.50/3, OrganicGeranium, Scented—Citronella . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pelargonium citrinellumA lovely pink-colored geranium that con-tains the essential oil of lemon grass (cit-ronella). $10.00/plant, $28.50/3 plants, OrganicGeranium, Scented—Fair Ellen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pelargonium quercifolium

Among collectors, one of the most desired.Leaves small, fragrance elegant, flowers out-sized to the plant.$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, OrganicGeranium, Scented—Isadora . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pelargonium capitatum

Free-flowering, with downy leaves emittingfragrance of citrus and rose. A HorizonHerbs original. $10.00/plant , Organic

Geranium, Scented—Lemon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pelargonium crispumSouth African cultivar, miniature to 1 foot,leaves curled, lemon-yellow, fragrancestrong lemon.$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, OrganicGeranium, Scented—Lemon Balm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pelargonium melissimum

Mounding form to 2 feet, powerful lemon-citronella fragrance repels insect pests.$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, OrganicGeranium, Scented—Peacock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pelargonium capitatum

South African to 2 feet. Large leavessplotched with white, rose-scented. $10.00/plant, $28.50/3 plants, OrganicGeranium, Scented—Rober’s LemonRose . . . . . . . . . .Pelargonium graveolens( Goosefoot Geranium) Evergreen

mounding perennial with deeply lobed, tomentose leaves, fragrant.$10.00/plant, Organic

Geranium, Wild .Geranium maculatum(Spotted Cranesbill, Storksbill)Zones 3 to 10) Clump-forming woodlandperennial native to Eastern and Central US.Bearing showy, lilac flowers in the spring,rising above the characteristic, palmateleaves. Loaded with tannins, the traditionaluses range from diarrhea to gunshot. Moist,woodland or shade garden soils in the shadeto part sun. Space 1 to 2 feet apart. $7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicGiant Anise Fennel . . .Ferula communisFamily: Carrot (Apiaceae)Zones 7 to 10. Giant, bearing tiered umbelson upright stems with ferny leaves. Biennialor triennial. Native to northern Africa.Attracts beneficial insects. Source ofammoniac of Morocco. Don’t eat the leaves. 20 seeds/pkt $3.95, $22.10/10 g (~200 seeds), Organic

Ginseng, American . .Panax quinquefoliusFamily: Ginseng (Araliaceae)Zones 4 to 8. Woodland herbaceous peren-nial. Native to the central and eastern hard-wood forests of America. Sexual and diges-tive tonic and adaptogen. Sow in fall forgermination in the spring. 10 g pkt/$20.10 (~120 seeds)$168.00/100 g (~1,200 seeds)Ginseng seed available fresh only Sep–Dec.

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GOURDS Family: Cucumber (Cucurbitaceae)These represent the most ebullient of plantpersonalities. All climbing broad-leavedvines, they are native to the tropics of Africa,Asia, New World. Sow in spring.Gourd, Lauki . . . . . .Lagenaria siceraria(Loki, Edible-Fruited Bottle Gourd)Lauki makes long, thin-skinned fruits that areharvested when young and popularly used inEast Indian cooking.10 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicGourd, Luffa . . . . . . . . .Luffa cylindrica

syn. Luffa aegyptica(Oriental Luffa, Smooth Luffa, Vine Okra,Dishcloth Gourd, Sponge Gourd, Dhundul)Perennial in Zones 10 to 12, otherwise grownas a 120-day annual. The mature fruit maybe dried and used as a sponge in the sauna orshower.10 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicGourd, Snake . . .Trichosanthes kirilowii(Tian-hua-fen)Herbaceous perennial vine native to S. Chinaand Vietnam. Underground storage tuberscontain the antiretroviral constituent trichosanthine. 10 seeds/pkt $3.95$20.10/10 g (~50 seeds), OrganicGourd, Tobacco Box Lagenaria siceraria(Kalimba gourd)Gently domed, smallish (up to 12 inchesacross), thick-walled, best for making kalimbas. Also suitable for bowls, canteens,spoons, birdhouses, etc. 10 seeds/pkt $3.95$13.10/10 g (~60 seeds)

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Goldenrod, European .Solidago virgaureaFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)Zones 4 to 8. Herbaceous perennial flower-ing dark yellow to 2 feet tall: Anti-inflamma-tory, diuretic, antispasmodic. 50 seeds/pkt $4.95, OrganicGoldenseal . . . . . . .Hydrastis canadensisFamily: Crowfoot (Ranunculacea)Zones 4 to 7. Woodland herbaceous peren-nial. Native to the central and eastern hardwood forests of America. Premier astrin-gent and tonic agent for treating any and allafflictions of the mucous membranes. Plantsare best planted in deciduous woodland orshade garden, in rich loam, and mulched deeply with rotted leaves. $10.00/plant, $29.00/3, $95.00/10, Organic$7.00/root, $36.00/6, $99.00/20, OrganicRoots shipped mid-September to December.Gopher Spurge . . . . .Euphorbia lathyrisFamily: Spurge (Euphorbiaceae) Evergreen perennial. Curiously formed planthas proven, after much experimentation, andplenty of opportunity to experiment, to repelgophers better than anything else. Keep sapout of eyes. Sow in spring.10 seeds/pkt $3.95$13.10/10 g (~230 seeds), OrganicGotu Kola . . . . . . . . .Hydrocotyl asiaticaFamily: Carrot (Apiaceae)Zones 8 to 12, otherwise grown as a pottedplant or summer annual, 90 days to harvest.Tropical perennial with pantropical distribution. This is a classic Ayurvedic herbthat increases mental clarity, longevity. Plantprefers regular garden conditions—strongsunlight and plenty of nutrients. This willencourage rapid and luxurious growth. Whatis to be avoided is a poorly-drained, cold andshady situation. Once they get pumping, theycan make pounds of fresh leaf per plant. 30 seeds/pkt $5.95, Organic$8.50/plant, $22.50/3, $65.00/10, Organic

GRASSFamily: Grass (Poaceae) Sturdy contenders for sun and moisture,grasses spread when given the opportunity.Surface sow in spring.Lemongrass . . . . .Cymbopogon flexuosusFamily: Grass (Poaceae)Zones 9 to 12. When grown as an annual, 60days to harvest. Native to Southern India.Contains an inviting essential oil that has ascent of Violets and Lemon. 50 seeds/pkt $4.95$8.50/plant, $22.50/3, $65.00/10, Organic$20.00/plant in a 9-inch-deep pot, OrganicGrass, Phalaris . . . . . .Phalaris aquatica(Harding Grass) Zones 7 to 12. Perennial bunchgrass nativeto the Mediterranean. Source of DMT. 30 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicSweetgrass . . . . . . . . .Hierochloe odorataZones 3 to 7. Creeping perennial to 24 inch-es. Burnable to sanctify body and space. $8.50/plant, OrganicGrass, Sweet Vernal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Anthoxanthum odoratum

Zones 4 to 9. Perennial native to Europe,North Africa and Asia, flowering to 14 inch-es. Dried grass smells of vanilla and hay.(TWM): anticoagulant, antispasmodic.100 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic

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Gravel Root . . . .Eupatorium purpureum(Queen-of-the-Meadow, Joe Pye Weed)Zones 4 to 8. Herbaceous perennial. Nativeto the central, eastern, and southern US.Makes towering, purple-spotted stems withumbrella-shaped flowers. Urinary tonic.Sow in spring.50 seeds/pkt $3.95Greek Mountain Tea . . .Sideritis syriacaFamily: Mint (Lamiaceae)Zone 7 to 10. Woody perennial floweringgolden yellow to 18 inches. Native to thePeloponnese Mountains. A comely teaplant, producing a low clump of elongated,downy leaves giving rise to compact,whorled, flowering spikes. Scarify seedsand sow in spring. 20 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicGromwell . . . . . .Lithospermum officinale(Stoneseed, Bohemian Tea, Croatian Tea)Zones 5 to 9. Herbaceous perennial nativeto Europe. Characteristically pointedleaves, stems studded with pearly orbs thatare the seeds. This plant does contain PA’s.Source of alkannin. Taprooted plant prefersmoist garden soil. Sow seeds in fall or earlyspring. Space plants 1 to 2 feet apart. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicGumweed . . . . . . . .Grindelia integrifolia(Grindelia)Family: Aster (Asteraceae)Zones 6 to 10. Herbaceous perennial to 3 feet. Native to Oregon, Washington, andBC. Dark blue-green plants bear multipleswaying yellow receptacles, a pool of balsamic resin. The tincture is of high reputeas an asthma remedy. Full sun and dryishsoils. Sow in spring.30 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/plant, OrganicGypsywort . . . . . . . . .see BUGLEWEEDHeather . . . . . . .see TREES & SHRUBSHeimia . . . . . . . . . . . . .Heimia salicifolia(Sinkuiche, Sun Opener)Family: Loosestrife (Lythraceae)Zones 7 to 12. Woody or herbaceous peren-nial bee plant to 4 feet tall, bearing large yel-low flowers. Traditional usage: anxiolytic,hypotensive, sedative. Source of alkaloidalcrogenine. Sow in spring.500 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$20.00/plant (9-inch-deep pot), OrganicHelichrysum . . . . .Helichrysum italicum(Curry Plant) Family: Aster (Asteraceae)Zones 7 to 10, otherwise grown as a pottedplant with winter protection. Perennial,drought-tolerant plant native to theMediterranean. Flowers yellow to 2 feet tallon downy, silvery foliage. The plant is usedin herbal therapy as an anti-inflammatory onthe same level as Arnica. Sow in spring. 100 seeds/pkt $4.95,$30.00/g (~14,000 seeds), Organic$10.00/plant, $28.50/3, $70.00/10, OrganicHelonias Root . . . . . . .see Unicorn, False

Hen-and-Chicks . .Sempervivum tectorumFamily: Stonecrop (Crassulaceae)Zones 3 to 10. Perennial succulent, finered-tinged rosettes for rockery or livingroof, very showy in flower. Lemony, crispchew, an oral astringent treating sorethroat.Press seeds into surface of sandy mixand keep warm and in the light until germ.Work up in pots. Space 6 inches apart. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/potted plant, OrganicHenbane, Black . . . . .Hyoscyamus nigerFamily: Nightshade (Solanaceae)Annual or biennial, overwintering in Zones4 to 8, monocarpic. Native to Europe, Asia,and North Africa. An eerie plant with gray-ish-green leaves covered in sticky hairs, theflowers off-white and veined with black-purple. TOXIC Sow outdoors in earlyspring or give 30 days moist refrigeration,then sow warm, in which case a very fastgerminator.50 seeds/pkt $4.95, $9.00/g (~1,200 seeds), $23.55/5 g (~6,000 seeds), OrganicNot for sale to CA, WA state.Henbit, Red . . . . . . . . Lamium purpureum(Archangel, Dead Nettle)Self-seeding annual, cosmopolitan, a brave-ly florific display. Does well in borders as alow-lying bedding plant for early springapplication. Reddish flowers are a valuedastringent medicine used for treating anyand all inflictions of the mucous membranesand is a specific for treating leukorrhea.Sow outdoors fall to early spring, pressinginto disturbed soil or seedbed.100 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicHe-shou-wu see TREES & SHRUBSHerba Stella . . . . . . . . . .see PLANTAINHollyhock . . . . . . . . . . . .see MALLOW

Hops (Seed!) . . . . . . . . Humulus lupulusZones 4 to 8. Herbaceous perennial dioe-cious vine growing up to 30 feet in a season.Native to the temperate north. These arewidely employed as fast summer shade andmake sticky, pollen-dusted, bright greenstrobiles that have sleep-inducing propertiesand are used to bitter beer. Sow in fall orvery early spring.20 seeds/pkt $4.95, $12.00/g (~270 seeds), $28.55/5 g (~1,350 seeds),$52.10/10 g (~2,700 seeds), OrganicNot for sale to WA or ID states.Horehound, Black . . . . . . .Ballota nigraFamily: Mint (Lamiaceae)Zones 5 to 10. Herbaceous perennial.Native to the Mediterranean. Rare specimenplant is a strangely odorous sedative nervine,with showy, dark foliage dotted with purple,lipped flowers. Sow in spring. 20 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicHorehound, White . .Marrubium vulgareFamily: Mint (Lamiaceae)Zones 3 to 10. Herbaceous perennial.Native to Europe, but naturalized throughoutthe southern US. Whitish leaves and flowerbracts in tight whorls. Sow in spring. 100 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic

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Iceplant, Crystalline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mesembryanthemum crystallinum

Family: Ice Plant (Aizoaceae)Zones 8 to 12. Perennial succulent to 4 inch-es tall, native to South Africa, Western Asia,and Europe. Protect from frost. The plantcreates a low carpet, glistens in the sunlight,and produces flowers that resemble seaanemones. Sow in spring.50 seeds/pkt $4.95Not for sale to California.Indian Hemp . . . . .Apocynum cannibinumFamily: Dogbane (Apocynaceae)Zones 4 to 8. Creeping herbaceous perenni-al. Native to central, eastern, and southernUS. The plants are tall, straight, and whip-pily fibrous. Sow in the spring, tamp well,and keep moist until germ. 30 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic Indigo, Japanese Pink Persicaria tinctoria(Ko-sen-bon, Dyer’s Knotweed)Family: Buckwheat (Polygonaceae)Annual, 150 days to maturity. Native toEastern Europe and Asia, especially Japanand Korea; plant is a source for pureindicin—indigo dye. Sow 1/4 inch deep inrich soil, tamp securely, keep evenly moistand warm. Best approach is to sow the seedin March, transplant seedlings to the gardenin May, with first harvest in July, second har-vest in August. 20 seeds/pkt $4.95, OrganicIndigo, Wild . . . . . . . . . .Baptisia tinctoriaFamily: Legume (Fabaceae)Zones 6 to 10. Herbaceous perennial withleathery leaves and bright yellow flowerswith distinctive black wings. Blue dye-plant. Traditional use of dried root (TWM):Sore throat, smoldering infections. Scarifythe seed vigorously and sow in spring. 20 seeds/pkt $4.95$7.50/plant, Organic IRISFamily: Iris (Iridaceae)Growing Iris from seed is fun and function-al. The little seedlings look like miniaturesof the adult plant—really cute! A goodapproach is to scarify seeds by rubbing onmedium grit sandpaper and sow in fall orearly spring. Best to sow in pots and keepcool, moist, and shaded. Germination is inthe spring. Work up in pots and transplantout when sufficiently sized. Iris, Blue Flag . . . . . . . . . . Iris versicolorZones 3 to 9. Water-loving, native toswamps and lowlands of the southern andeastern US. Brilliant violet-blue blossomsto 2 feet tall. Traditional usage (TWM):low-dose botanical, lymphatic, liver stimu-lant. Plants prefer moist soil or waterways,shade to sun. Space 1 foot apart. 30 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$10.00/plant, Organic

HYSSOPFamily: Mint (Lamiaceae)These tend to be large perennials that makeshowy, aromatic flowers. Good tea herbsall. Give sun, moderate water and regulargarden soil. Space 1 to 2 feet apart.Hyssop, Anise . . . . .Agastache foeniculum(Anise Hyssop, Licorice Mint) Zones 6 to10. Native to Ontario and the central USA.Purple racemes to 4 feet tall, delicately aromatic, taste sweet—a fine tea herb.Traditionally used as a carminative and flavoring agent Sow in spring. 50 seeds/pkt $4.95, OrganicHyssop, Official . . . .Hyssopus officinalisFamily: Mint (Lamiaceae)Zones 5 to 10. Woody perennial. Native tothe Mediterranean. Deep blue-purple, excel-lently aromatic, thickly-blossoming bushes.This mildly antiviral and expectorant herbmakes a good-tasting tea to treat the com-mon cold. It will make you pee. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, $10.00/g (~1,100 seeds),$26.55/5 g (~5,500 seeds),$49.10/10 g (~11,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic

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Iris, Illyrian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Iris illyricaZones 5 to 9. Herbaceous perennial to 16inches tall, flowers blue with a yellowbeard, to 16 inches tall. Native to theBalkan Peninsula of Southeastern Europe.Used historically (TWM) for treatment ofheadache and as a hot mash applied to boils.Cured rhizomes used in perfumery. Plantprefers sunny, well-drained soil of garden orrockery. Space 1 foot apart. If you areattracted to these, it is my advice to purchaseimmediately, as they are rare and are goingto sell out. She who hesitates is lost!10 seeds/pkt $4.95$15.00/plant, Organic

Jade Plant, Gumby . .Crassula portulacea(Horseshoe, Spoon Jade)A fun plant that becomes exquisite with age,thriving in a pot of fast-draining soil on win-dowsill, greenhouse, or summer patio.Protect from frost, water sparingly in winter.$10.00/plant, $28.50/3 plants, OrganicJapanese Lantern . . . .Physalis alkekengi(Winter Cherry, Chinese Lantern)Family: Nightshade (Solanaceae)Creeping herbaceous perennial native toJapan and China. Hardy to Zones 4 to 11White flowers transform into plump fruitsenclosed in a decorative, bright-orange,papery lantern. Traditiional usage: homeo-pathic extracts, cooling poultice. Source ofsteroidal saponins. Direct-seed in spring orwork up in pots like Tomatoes.50 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic

Jiao-gu-lan, Japanese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Gynostemma pentaphyllum(Immortality, Amachazuru)Family: Cucumber (Cucurbitaceae)Zones 7 to 12. Makes an unusual indoorplant that tends to climb the curtains.Perennial vine native to Japan. Used locallyas longevity tonic. Plant prefers shade andfast-draining, fertile soil. $7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, OrganicJu-Hua . . . . .See CHRYSANTHEMUMKhella . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ammi visnaga(Toothpick Plant)Family: Carrot (Apiaceae)Annual. Native to the Mediterranean.Requires about 110 days to maturity. Bearsastoundingly long-lasting, white umbels.Sow in spring. Space 2 feet apart.100 seeds/pkt $4.95, OrganicKiss-Me-Over-the-Garden-Gate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Polygonum orientale

(Shui-hong-hua-zi, Prince’s Feather)Family: Buckwheat (Polygonaceae)Annual, 90 days to flowers. Native to China.Marvelous rose-pink clusters of flowers. InChina, the root is used for treating hepatitis.Direct-seed in fall or give 3 weeks moistrefrigeration before planting warm. Space 3feet apart. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicKu-shen . . . . . . . . . . .Sophora flavescensZones 5 to 10. Herbaceous perennial to 5feet, native to China and Japan. Ku-shen isdensely bedecked with drooping panicles ofcreamy flowers. Sow in spring.10 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic

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Lady’s Mantle . . . . . .Alchemilla vulgarisFamily: Rose (Rosaceae)Zones 5 to 9. Perennial. Native to Europe.Richly-scalloped, deep-green leaves funneland magnify dewdrops. Tea useful for treat-ing PMS. Sow in fall or early spring. Germ15 to 22 days. Space 1 to 2 feet apart.50 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic

LAVENDERFamily: Mint (Lamiaceae)Lavenders are among the most delightful of the woody perennials, native to theMediterranean basin. Lavender sparks mem-ory and nourishes the higher spirit. Sow inspring. Scarify the seed by gently rubbing onfine-grit sandpaper. Barely cover the seedwith soil, tamp securely, and keep evenlymoist until it germinates. LAVENDER SET(1 seed packet each of the Broadleaf, Czech,English & Munstead Lavender)$12.90/4 pktsPrice shown is a discountLavender, Broadleaf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .L. latifolia var. Lithuanian CandlestickZones 6 to 9. Native to the mountains ofLithuania. Flowers violet-blue to 3 feet.50 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$15.00/plant in a 9-inch pot, OrganicLavender, Czech .L. angustifolia krajova(Country Lavender)Zones 5 to 9. Large cultivar from NorthernEurope, cold-hardy, flowers of deep blue.50 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicLavender, English . . .L. angustifolia veraZones 5 to 10. Native to Southern Europe.Exceptionally graceful heirloom variety.This is the original plant (vera means true)from which many hybrid Lavenders wereproduced. Lovely blue flowers.50 seeds/pkt $3.95$9.00/g (~1,200 seeds)$23.55/5 g (~6,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicLavender, French . . . . . . .L. angustifolia (Spanish Lavender) Zones 7 to 11. Woody perennial native to the Mediter-ranean, Spain and Morocco. The denselypacked spikes rise to 2 feet tall, tufted withpurple, petal-like bracts. 50 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicLavender, Hidcote . . . . . .L. angustifolia Zones 5 to 8. Dwarf variety of EnglishLavender, with gray-green foliage and deepblue flowers. 50 seeds/pkt $4.95Lavender, Munstead . . . .L. angustifolia Zones 4 to 9. Northern-hardy strain bearingthick racemes of blue flowers. This hasbecome the standard choice landscape plant.50 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/plant, Organic

Lavender, Yellow . . . .Lavandula. viridisZones 7 to 11. Rare herbaceous perennialnative to the mountains of Morocco. Earlyspring flowers yellow, bracts green. 30 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic

Lemon Balm . . . . . . . . . . . . .see BALMLemongrass . . . . . . . . . . . . .see GRASS

Lettuce, Wild . . . . . . . . . .Lactuca virosa(Lettuce Opium)Family: Aster (Asteraceae)Zones 5 to 9. Overwintering annual or bien-nial, native to Central and Southern Europe.This is the most cold-hardy of all the let-tuces. We carry only the minimally spiny,black-seeded European type. Traditional use(TWM): antitussive, mildly sedative, anal-gesic. Source of lactucarium. Sow in springor fall. Transplant or thin to 1 to 2 feet apart.Flowers yellow to 6 feet tall.20 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/plant, Organic

Extracting lactucarium from Wild Lettuce demonstrated at:Youtube.com/strictlymedicinalllc

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Life Plant, Good Luck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kalanchoe houtthoniiPerennial succulent native to South Africa.Leaves thick, mottled and toothed. A curiousplant indeed. Do not eat it. $7.50/plant, OrganicLife Plant, Mpovupovu Ziwa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bryophyllum pinnatumAfrican wild form, originally wild-collectedby Richo in Zanzibar—our best Life Plant.A curious, upright succulent that will thriveon any windowsill. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, Organic

LILYFamily: Lily (Liliaceae)Perennial, sweetly aromatic flowers. Seedsgenerally require warm/cold/warm condi-tioning and long germination periods. Preferforest soils. Sow in cool moist shade. Bear Grass . . . . . . . . .Xerophyllum tenaxZones 4 to 8.. Perennial bunchgraass floweringcreamy white to 5 feet tall, native to the PacificNorthwest. Traditional use (TNAM): poulticeto wounds. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95$6.00/g (~500 seeds), $14.55/5 g (~2,500 seeds),$26.10/10 g (~5,000 seeds)$80.00/100 g (~50,000 seeds)Solomon’s Seal, Giant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Polygonatum commutatumZones 3 to 9. Native to the eastern hardwoodforest biome. Swan-like necks and paired,dangling flowers. Traditional usage (TWM,TNAM): external demulcent reducing jointinflammation and pain. 10 seeds/pkt $4.95 $6.00/root, $30.00/6 roots, Organic Roots shipped mid-September to December.

LICORICE Family: Legume (Fabaceae)Source of sweet roots used in herbal medi-cines to harmonize the formula. Flavoringagent and confection. Scarify seed on medi-um grit sandpaper and sow in the spring.Germ in 7 days. Work up in pots and trans-plant to 2 feet apart.Licorice, Chinese . .Glycyrrhiza uralensis(Gan-cao, Chinese Licorice)Zones 5 to 11. Native to China and Siberia.Produces large roots that are processed inTCM by slicing and hanging to dry. 30 seeds/pkt $4.95$8.00 g (~130 seeds),$18.55/5 g (~650 seeds),$34.10/10 g (~1,300 seeds)Licorice, Official . . . .Glycyrrhiza glabraZones 7 to 11. Native to the Mediterranean.This herb of western commerce produces thepencil-thick Licorice roots. 20 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic

LIFE PLANTFamily: Stonecrop (Crassulaceae)(Mother-of-Thousands, Siempre Viva, AirPlant, Parent Plant)Zones 9 to 12, otherwise easily grownindoors. Among the most fecund plants onEarth. Proliferates wildly!Life Plant, Abundant Goddess . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bryophyllum daigremontianum

Succulent and comely, an excellent house-plant that prospers in a light window. Willpropagate itself from plantlets borne on themargins of its pointed, serrate, darkly varia-gated succulent leaves. Winter flowering.$7.50/plant, OrganicLife Plant, Chandelier Kalanchoe tubifloraNative to Madagascar. Radiating stems withfishbone markations sprout plantlets at thetip like candles on a chandelier. Studiesshow antimitotic effects giving promise inanticancer regimes.$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, Organic

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Lotus, Sacred White . . .Nelumbo nuciferaFamily: Lotus (Nympheaeceae)Zones 8 to 12. White-flowered type fromIndia. Shallow ponds, greenhouse ponds. 7 seeds/pkt $5.95$48.00/100g (~100 seeds)Lovage . . . . . . . . . .Levisticum officinalisFamily: Carrot (Apiaceae)Zones 3 to 9. Herbaceous perennial. Anagreeable seasoning, also a substitute forDang-gui. The plant is aromatic, stimulating,and proestrogenic. Prefers regular gardensoil. Sow seed in fall or spring.100 seeds/pkt $3.95,$18.55/5 g (~1,750 seeds),$34.10/10 g (~3,500 seeds), OrganicLove-in-the-Mist . . . .see BLACK SEEDMadder . . . . . . . . . . . . .see CLEAVERS

MAIDEN’S TEARSFamily: Pink (Caryophyllaceae)These plants are extremely easy to grow fromseed. Sow in greenhouse in fall or earlyspring and work up in pots, or sow directly inthe garden bed. Space plants 1 foot apart. Maiden’s Tears . . . . . . . . .Silene vulgarisZones 5 to 9. Annual or herbaceous peren-nial, native to Europe. Succulent rosettes ofsmooth leaves give rise to clouds of daintily dangling, inflated, see-through calyces and pretty, white flowers. The herb is usedfresh in creams and lotions. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicSculpit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Silene inflata(Bladder Campion, Stridolo) An Italian edible heirloom, with toothsome,lance-shaped leaves giving rise to sprays ofdelightful, inflated flowers to a height of 18inches. Fast to germinate, easy.50 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic

LOBELIAFamily: Lobelia (Lobeliaceae)All bear exquisite flowers yet excessiveinternal dosage may prove nauseating oremetic. Lobelias prefer part to full sun,rich, moist soil, much water. Light-depend-ent germinators. Sow seed in spring or fall. LOBELIA SET (1 seed packet each of theLobelia species following.)$12.90/3 pktsPrice shown is a discount.Cardinal Flower . . . . .Lobelia cardinalisZones 3 to 9. Herbaceous perennial. Nativeto eastern, southern, and central US. Brightscarlet flowers for hummers.100 seeds/pkt $4.95Lobelia, Great Blue . .Lobelia siphiliticaZones 4 to 9. Herbaceous perennial. Rivalsin its beauty the most pampered of hybrids,yet it is a long-lived, native Americanspecies plant. Fox Tribe love charm. 100 seeds/pkt $4.95, OrganicLobelia, Official . . . . . . . .Lobelia inflataOverwintering annual or annual. Native tothe central, and SE US. Characteristic“inflated” seedpods. Antispasmodic, anti-tussive and expectorant. 1,000 seeds/pkt $3.95, $8.00/g (~18,000 seeds), $18.55/5 g (~90,000 seeds),$34.10/10 g (~180,000 seeds), OrganicLomatium dissectumFamily: Carrot (Apiaceae)Zones 6 to 10. Wild, celery-like herbaceous perennialnative to the Great Basin and other drylandsof the West. This is our most importantindigenous, antiviral herb.30 seeds/pkt $4.95$18.55/5 g (~300 seeds),$34.10/10 g (~600 seeds)

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Mandrake, AutumnMandragora autumnalisZones 6 to 10. Native to Southern Europe. Fall flowers purple to 12 inches tall, giving way to fruits of yellow and orange. Soak dried seeds in cold water in the fridgefor up to 30 days before planting. Use asandy medium and keep warm, moist butwell-drained. Germ in 3 weeks. 13 dried seeds/pkt $11.95, Organic$13.00/seedling plant, OrganicMandrake, Turkmenian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mandragora turcomanica

<<NEW FOR 2022>>(Begins shipping April 2022)Zones 6 to 10. Native to the Kopet Dagmountains of Afghanistan, this is the largestand most robust species in the genus—someof our mother plants measure 3 feet across.Quite rare, and yet we find them easy to get established, and are they pretty! Theperfect, deep-violet inflorescence is cauldron-shaped, giving way to shiny,swollen green fruits that ripen to orange.Space plants 3 feet apart. 5 seeds/pkt $20.00, OrganicMandrake, Official . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mandragora officinarum

Zones 6 to 10. Herbaceous perennial nativeto southeastern Europe and the Mediter-ranean. Rare. Appears midwinter, flowersin the early spring, fruits and goes quicklydormant in the summer. 13 dried seeds/pkt $16.95, Organic13 fresh, undried seeds, packed in moistmedium $24.95, Organic [Intl no]$13.00/seedling plant, Organic

MALLOWFamily: Mallow (Malvaceae)Mallows prefer full sun to part shade and arich, moist soil. Scarify seed on sandpaperand sow in spring.Hollyhock, Arabian Nights Alcea roseaZones 5 to 9. Herbaceous perennial native toChina. Flowers of dark wine. 20 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicHollyhock, Pastels Alcea roseaFlowers bright pink, mauve, or yellow.Excellent cut flowers readily blossom in avase left in a bright window. 20 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicMallow, High . . . . . . . . .Malva sylvestrisZones 4 to 8. Herbaceous perennial, flower-ing to 3 feet. Flowers showy, dark purple.50 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicMarshmallow . . . . . . .Althaea officinalisZones 3 to 7. Native to Europe. Impressive, soft-leaved plants to 4 feet tall, with large,white flowers on multiple stalks. The entireplant contains high-grade, immune-stimulat-ing mucilage. Soothing to throat and urinarytract. Space plants 2 feet apart.100 seeds/pkt $3.95,$9.00/g (~300 seeds),$23.55/5 g (~1,500 seeds),$44.10/10 g (~3,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic

MANDRAKEFamily: Nightshade (Solanaceae) TOXICHerbaceous perennials. The ancients usedMandrake root as a fertility herb, but it wasalso known to cause strange delirium andmadness. We recommend soaking driedseeds in cold water in the fridge for up to 30days before planting. NOTE: Regarding mandrake plants, we aimto keep the price down and guarantee only alive root in the pot—they tend to go aeriallydormant in shipment. Replant using cactusmix to your container and keep warm andmois—the plant will re-emerge in season.

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MARIGOLDFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)Marigolds are native to central and southAmerica. Plant prefers full sun, regular gar-den soil, and regular watering. Direct-seedor sow in flats in the spring or summer.Marigold, African Tururu Tagetes erectaAnnual flower is the basic heirloom type,found growing in isolation on the island ofPemba in East Africa. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicMarigold, Desert . . .Baileya multiradiataZones 7 to 11. Annual or short-lived peren-nial native to the deserts of Western US and Mexico. These are part of the desert“incredible blanket of blooms.”100 seeds/pkt $3.95Marigold, French Mixed .Tagetes patulaAnnual bedding plant, native to Mexico andGuatemala. Protect from frost. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicTarragon, Mexican . . . . .Tagetes lucidaZones 6 to 10. Herbaceous perennial thatcan be grown as an annual. Native toMexico. A spice, cold medicine, entheogen.Plant prefers full sun, well-drained soil. Sowin spring. Space 1 foot. Flowers to 2 feet.30 seeds/pkt $4.95, $9.00/g (~1,200 seeds),$23.55/5 g (~6,000 seeds)$44.10/10 g (~12,000 seeds), Organic

Marshmallow . . . . . . . . . see MALLOWMelon, Bitter . . . . . . . . .see Bitter Melon

Meadowsweet . . . . . . . . .Spiraea ulmariasyn. Filipendula ulmariaFamily: Rose (Rosaceae)Zones 3 to 9. Herbaceous perennial. Nativeto temperate Europe and Asia. Waist-highbushes bear sweet-smelling inflorescences.Source of pain-relieving salicylic acid. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicMilk Thistle . . . . . . . . . . . see THISTLE

MILKWEEDFamily: Milkweed (Asclepiadaceae)Perennial Butterfly Weeds with long-lasting,showy flowers and decorative pods. Plantsprefer full sun, regular garden soil or poorsoils. Sow the seeds in early spring or give2 weeks cold-conditioning. Milkweed, Common . .Asclepias syriacaWarty pods, and pink-purple flowers thatemit a most delightful aroma. Food, protec-tion and habitat for monarchs and other but-terflies. If you love them, grow this plant!50 seeds/pkt $3.95$7.00/g (~300 seeds), $17.55/5 g (~1,500 seeds),$31.10/10 g (~3,000 seeds)Milkweed, Narrowleaf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Asclepias fascicularisZones 7 to 10. Herbaceous perennial nativeto the western USA. Flowers aromatic, white, on a 3-foot plant with very narrowleaves. This plant is a big attractor of theswallowtails, monarchs, and other butterfliesas well as beneficial wasps. We had these ina garden that was bulldozed due to construc-tion, and they came back strong. . . Droughttolerant. Plant 2 feet apart. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95Milkweed, Showy . . . .Asclepias speciosaExcellent choice for medicinal gardens inthe western states, to which this full-sunMilkweed is native. Deeply perfumed flow-ers are a big-time butterfly attractor and wellworth a garden path-side sniff.30 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic

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Pleurisy Root . . . . . . .Asclepias tuberosa(Butterfly Flower, Butterfly Weed)Strikingly beautiful herb, with tresses ofdeep yellow and orange-red flowers. Feedshoneybees, magnetizes monarchs! Treatspleurisy. Drought-tolerant. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95,OrganicSwan Plant . . . . . .Asclepias physocarpa(Balloon Plant, Family Jewels, Monkeyballs)Tropical perennial grown as an annual intemperate gardens. Growing to about 6 feet,the white flowers give way to large, inflatedballs—hairy, dangling, green.10 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic

MINTFamily: Mint (Lamiaceae)The plants prefer cool and moist conditions.Light-dependent germinator. Sow in springon soil surface and keep moist. Averagegerm 7 to 14 days. Space 6 inches apart. Mint, Arabian . . . . . . .Mentha longifoliaZones 5 to 9. Herbaceous perennial native to N. Africa. Large, upright, lavender flowersto 3 feet tall. Leaves downy, light green,excellent for tea.100 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/plant, OrganicMint, Chinese..............Mentha haplocalyx(Bo-he) Zones 7 to 10. Herbaceous perennial nativeto China. Satisfying, deep-toned flavor ofSpearmint. Excellent tea. Used in TCM fortreatment of fever, cough, red eyes.50 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicMint, Chocolate . . . . . . .Mentha piperita(Peppermint)Zones 3 to 11. The very best Mint. This is achoice cultivar. Our chocolatey plants arewell-established in deep pots, prefer ever-moist soils, and will quickly spread andmake much fine herb for tea or garnish.Prefers sun to shade. $7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, OrganicMint, Corsican . . . . . . .Mentha requieniiZones 5 to 10. Perennial creeping groundover to 2 inches, native to Europe. Moss-like. When stepped upon, the plantsyield with a spongy niceness, remainundamaged, and meanwhile emit a pureSpearmint aroma. Traditional usage of thefresh or dried leaves (TWM): flavoringagent, aromatherapy, digestive tea, non-caffeine stimulant. Space plants at 1 foot. 100 seeds/pkt, $4.95$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, Organic

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Mint, Korean . . . . . . . .Agastache rugosa(Huo-xiang)Zones 7 to 10. Herbaceous perennial thatcan be grown as an annual. Native to Korea.Upright purple racemes. Anise Hyssop flavor,making a fine sun tea. Flowers to 4 feet.100 seeds/pkt $4.95, $9.00/g (~2,000 seeds)$23.55/5 g (~10,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, Organic Mint, Licorice . . . . . . .see Hyssop, AniseMint, Mayan . . . . . . . . . . . .Lippia dulcisFamily: Vervain (Verbenaceae)(Orozuz, Aztec Sweet Herb)Zones 8 to 12—also does well in pots,Purple-leaved creeper with upright, white,conical flowers. Aromatic, pleasant-tasting,antitussive. Plant prefers rich soil, moisture,partial shade to full sun. Space 1 foot apart. 20 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, OrganicMint, Mountain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Pycnanthemum virginianumZones 4 to 8. Herbaceous perennial. Nativeto north central and eastern US. Long-lived,delightfully aromatic, and a great butterflyattractor. Dried flowers and leaves make afine-tasting tonic tea. Sow in early spring.100 seeds/pkt $3.95$7.50/plant, OrganicMint, Yellow-Dotted . . .see BERGAMOTMint, Pennyroyal . . . . .Mentha pulegiumZones 6 to 9. Herbaceous perennial. Nativeto Europe. One of the smallest of the Mints,Pennyroyal nonetheless has the strongestaromatics. Flowers to 1 foot tall.100 seeds/pkt $3.95, $10.00/g (~12,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, OrganicMint, Peppermint . . . . .Mentha piperitaZones 3 to 7. Cultivated worldwide.“Classic Peppermint taste.” Plants carefullyselected to produce the stimulating anddigestive tea. Space 1 foot apart. 100 seeds/pkt 3.95$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, OrganicMint, Spearmint . . . . . . .Mentha spicataZones 3 to 7. Native to temperate Europeand the Mediterranean. Makes bright green,finely toothed leaves, flowering lilac to 2 feet.Space 1 foot apart. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/plant, OrganicE

Moldavian Balm . . . . . . . . . .see BALM

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MOTHERWORTFamily: Mint (Lamiaceae)Zones 3 to 8. Sow in the fall or early spring.Specific for treating tachycardia. Invigor-ates the blood, regulates the menses. Likespartial or full sun, regular garden soil, andlots of water. Harvest early for 2 cuttings.Space plants 2 feet apart . Free-flowering to4 to 6 feet. MOTHERWORT SET (1 packet each ofthe Leonurus species following.)$9.90/3 pktsPrice shown is a discount.Motherwort, Chinese Leonurus artemisia(Primary source of Yi-mu-cao)Biennial, sometimes annual. Native toEurasia. The plant makes delightful, long-lasting, red-purple flowers.50 seeds/pkt $3.95$9.00/g (~930 seeds),$23.55/5 g (~4,560 seeds),$44.10/10 g (~9,120 seeds), Organic $7.50/plant, OrganicMotherwort, Official .Leonurus cardiacaHerbaceous perennial, but short-lived.Native to Europe and Asia. Downy flowersoccur in whorls on the stem. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95$12.00/g (~1,200 seeds), Organic $7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10 OrganicMotherwort, Siberian Leonurus sibericus(Secondary source of Yi-mu-cao)Biennial. Native to Siberia, Manchuria,China, and Mongolia. Multiple, lithe stemstopped by red-purple racemes. The tallest ofthe Motherworts, these top out at 6 or 7 feet.Space 2 feet or more apart. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic

Mugwort . . . . . . . . . . . .see ARTEMISIA

MULLEINFamily: Figwort (Scrophulariaceae)Zones 3 to 8. Mulleins tolerate poor, gravel-ly soil and fierce sun. Sow on surface in fallor spring and press in hard. Mullein, Common . . .Verbascum thapsusBiennial. Native to central and southernEurope, west Asia. Superior leaf used med-icinally for soothing throat, bronchi, andlungs. Flowers yellow, from 3 to 7 feet. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95,$10.00/g (~1,250 seeds), $26.55/5 g (~6,250 seeds), OrganicNot for sale to SD, WA state$5.00/plant, OrganicMullein, Greek . . .Verbascum olympicumBiennial, sometimes perennial. Native toGreece. Produces many flowers at once thatadhere loosely to the candelabrum. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95,$10.00/g (~8,800 seeds), Organic

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Monkeyflower, Seep Spring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Mimulus guttatus

Family: Figwort (Scrophulariaceae)Creeping, showy and unique yellow-flow-ered perennial native to the West. Hardy toZones 5 to 9. Loves rocky shade. Space 1foot apart.$7.50/plant, Organic Moonwort . . . . . . . . . . . .Lunaria biennis(Money Plant)Family: Mustard (Brassicaceae)Biennial or overwintering annual. Native toEurope. The seedpods are perfect, satiny“moons” that sandwich the weighty seeds. .Cold-condition 30 days or sow in fall orvery early spring. Cold-soil germinator.10 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicMormon Tea . . . . . . . . . .see EPHEDRA

MORNING GLORYFamily: Morning Glory (Convulvaceae)In spring, nick seed and soak overnight, thensow in warm soil. 60 days to flowers. TrellisMorning Glory, Flying Saucers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ipomoea tricolor

Flaring white blossoms with radiating bluevenation.50 seeds/pkt $3.95Morning Glory, Grandpa Ott’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ipomoea purpurea

Flowers purple with a red star, a traditionalhippy cultivar. 20 seeds/pkt $3.95Morning Glory, Heavenly Blue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ipomoea tricolor

Classic light blue flowered annual climberthat loves morning sun and rewards withmyriads of saucer-shaped blooms.50 seeds/pkt $3.95$14.55/5 g (~300 seeds)$26.10/10 g (~600 seeds)Ololiuqui . . . . . . . . . . .Rivea corymbosa(Turbina corymbosa)Hardy to Zones 10 to 12, otherwise grown asa potted vine, brought indoors for the winter.Tuberous, woody perennial vine native toCentral and South America and Oceana.Trumpet flowers-white corollas with pur-plish-red interior. Scarify seeds by rubbingindividually on sandpaper or nicking with ablade and plant warm and well-drained.Space plants 1 foot apart.10 seeds/pkt 4.95 $10.00/plant, OrganicQuamoclit . . . . . . . . .Ipomoea quamoclit(Cyprus Vine, Cardinal Climber)Perennial climber native to the tropics ofSouth America. Myriads of small, crimson,5-pointed stars.5 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicNot for sale to AR or AZ states.Mormon Tea . . . . . . . . . . .see EPHEDRA

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Oats, Jerry (Milky Oats)A good cultivar for fall or spring sowing,smut resistant, strong upright bright green,handsome plants. aTraditional use: anxi-olytic, antocholesterolemic, nervine seda-tive. Sow 3 lbs per 1,000 square feet; 45 lbsper acre. Fall or spring. Grows to 5 feet tall.Harvest for “milky oats” tea or tincture.5 g/pkt $3.95, $7.00/lb, OrganicOca, Mixed Colors . .see VEGETABLESOloliuqui . . . . . .see MORNING GLORYOur Lady’s Bedstraw . .see CLEAVERSOx-knee . . . . . . . .Achyranthes bidentata(Huai-niu-xi)Family: Amaranth (Amaranthaceae)<<NEW FOR 2022>>Zones 7 to 10. Herbaceous perennial withpink, knobby stems rising to a height of 2feet, native to India, Japan and China. Root,leaves and seeds considered one of theChinese herbs that clears heat, breaks upblood stasis. Plant prefers moist, regular gar-den soils or poor soils, part shade to sun.Space plants 1 foot apart. $7.50/plant, OrganicPansy, Heartsease . . . . . . . .see VIOLET

PASSIONFLOWERFamily: Passion Flower (Passifloraceae)Fleshy vines becoming woody with age. Theplant loves a dryish, full-sun exposure.Trellis. Sow fall or spring. Slow, sporadicgerm is typical. Soak seeds and nick.Passionflower, Official . . . . .P. incarnata(Maypop)Zones 6 to 12. Herbaceous or woody vine.Native to southern and eastern US. Flowerslarge, complex—vibrant purple and white.Leaves and tender stems are a gentle hypnotic,useful in treating insomnia, nervousness. 20 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$8.50/plant, $22.50/3, $65.00/10, OrganicPassionflower, Purple . .Passiflora edulis(Purple Passion Fruit, Purple Grenadilla)Zones 9 to 12. Subtropical perennial vinenative to South America. Produces complexflowers with deep violet markations, fruits oflow acidity—best for eating. 20 seeds/pkt $4.95

Pea, Butterfly . . . . . . . . Clitoria ternateaFamily: Legume (Fabacea)<<NEW FOR 2022>>Zones 9 to 12. Native to Africa. Royal blueflowers on a comely vine to 15 feet. Flowersused as a harmless food dye, natural cosmet-ics. N-fixing, drought and salt tolerant. $7.50/plant, Organic

NASTURTIUMFamily: Nasturtium (Tropaeolaceae)Brightly colored 70-day annuals. Nasturtium, Empress-of-IndiaTropaeolum nanum(Indian Cress) Velvety, vermillion flowers to 14 inches tall. 15 seeds/pkt $3.95Nasturtium, Jewels . .Tropaeolum majusVibrant, multicolored, velvety flowers andpungent buds. Will sprawl.15 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicNasturtium, Purple Emperor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tropaeolum majus

<<NEW FOR 2022>>Velvet-purple flowers on a midsize bush.We found these to be a royal companion forEmpress of India. 5 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicNavajo Tea . . . . . .Thelesperma filifolium(Cota, Hopi Tea, Greenthread)Family: Aster (Asteraceae)Annual or overwintering annual, 60 to 120days. Native to the American SW. Driedherb makes a delicious, smoky-tasting bev-erage—diuretic and kind to the stomach. 50 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$7.50/plant, OrganicNettles, Stinging . . . . . . . . .Urtica dioicaFamily: Nettle (Urticaceae)Zones 4 to 9. Herbaceous, dioecious peren-nial. Native to temperate climates world-wide. Premier spring tonic. Sow in spring.200 seeds/pkt $3.95$9.00/g (~3,500 seeds),$23.55/5 g (~17,500 seeds),$44.10/10 g (~35,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicNigella . . . . . . . . . . . .see BLACK SEED

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Pearly Everlasting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Anaphalis margaritaceaFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)Zones 3 to 7. Clump-forming herbaceousperennial native to the Western USA andCanada. Flowers creamy-white rising abovethe downy, gray-green foliage. Traditionaluses: Influenza, poulticing. 100 seeds/pkt $4.95Pellitory . . . . . . . . .Anacyclus pyrethrum(Spanish Chamomile, Mount Atlas Daisy,Akarkara)Family: Aster (Asteraceae) Herbaceous or evergreen perennial native tothe Mediterranean and the Himalayas.Hardy to Zones 5 to 8. Similar in growth toRoman Chamomile. Traditional usage(Ayurvedic, TWM): nervine tonic, paralysis,sialagogue, dental woes, testosterone. Sowseed in the spring. Germ in 4 to 14 days. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicPennyroyal . . . . . . .see MINT SECTION

PEONYFamily: Crowfoot (Ranunculaceae)Zones 4 to 10. Choice perennials for theshade garden, with showy flowers andprocessed roots much valued in TCM. Sowseeds in the fall for germination in thespring, or scarify and give 90 days refriger-ation in moist medium, then sow warm. Peony, Chinese Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Paeonia lactiflora

(Bai-shou, Common Garden Peony) Herbaceous perennial. Native to China,Tibet, and Japan. Growing to about 28 inch-es, the plant makes a bouquet of large,round, fragrant, cup-shaped flowers inspring.10 seeds/pkt $4.95Peony, Tree . . . . . . . .Paeonia suffruticosa(Mu-dan-pi, Moutan Peony) Woody perennial from from 3 to 6 feet tall.Large, handsome, dark-green, deeply-lobedleaves bearing huge, heaven-scented flow-ers. Popularly used for medicine, producingstrong tuberous roots. Space 6 feet apart.10 seeds/pkt $4.95 Periwinkle, Madagascar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Catharanthus roseus

(Vinca) Zones 9 to 12, otherwise grown asa 120 day annual. Evergreen perennial sub-shrub with widespread distribution in thetropics and in temperate gardens. Excellentchoice for sandy areas needing stabalization.Makes masses of very pretty pink flowers.Traditional usage (TAM): stomach pain.Source of anti-cancer compound vincristine,used mainly in treating infant leukemia.Sow in spring. 50 seeds/pkt $4.95$7.50/plant, Organic

PIMPERNELFamily: Primula (Primulaceae)(Cure-all, Poor Man’s Weatherglass)Self-seeding annuals growing to only 4inches, native to Europe. The plants opentheir flowers to the sun and close them to theclouds. The saponin-rich herb can be usedlike a pre-soaped sponge. Pimpernel, Blue . . . . .Anagallis linifoliaA pretty ground cover, sky-blue flowers.100 seeds/pkt $3.95Pimpernel, Scarlet . . . .Anagallis arvensisGround cover, flowers shockingly scarlet!100 seeds/pkt $3.95

PLANTAINFamily: Plantain (Plantaginaceae)Herbaceous perennials hardy to all zonesand naturalized worldwide. Sow in coolsoils of early spring. Plantain, Broadleaf . . . .Plantago majorBroad, oval, bright green leaves of great utility in medicine. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95$8.00/g (~2,000 seeds), $18.55/5 g (~10,000 seeds),$34.10/10 g (~20,000 seeds),Organic$7.50/plant, OrganicPlantain, Che-qian . . . .Plantago asiaticaThe seed is official to the Chinese pharma-copoeia. Harvested when young, the mostdeliciously edible of all Plantains.50 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, OrganicPlantain, Giant Turkish .Plantago majorRare. Largest of all true Plantain cultivars.100 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic

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POPPYFamily: Poppy (Papaveraceae)Swift-growing plants bear outrageous flow-ers and have all been used in medicine dueto the presence of pain-relieving alkaloids.All temperate zones. Must be sown in coldsoils! POPPY SET (1 pkt. each of;California Open-Pollinated; Flanders; GiantPod, Turkish Red and Zahir Poppy.)$17 .90/5 pktsPrice shown is a discount.Poppy, California Open Pollinated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Eschscholzia californicaHerbaceous perennial, self-seeding. Nativeto California, Oregon, and the southwesternUS. Hardy to Zones 5 to 9. Traditionalusage (TWM): analgesic, sedative. Strewseed in waste places, dry pastures, edge ofdriveway. 500 seeds/pkt $3.95, $9.10/10 g (~9,000 seeds),$34.10/100 g (~90,000 seeds),$90.00/lb (~408,000 seeds)Poppy, California Organic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Eschscholzia californicaSame as above, but certified organicallygrown.100 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic

Plantain, Herba Stella . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Plantago coronopusZones 4 to 9. Herbaceous perennial withworldwide distribution. Starlike rosettes ofsweetly edible leaves. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, OrganicPlantain, Narrow-Leaved . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Plantago lanceolataInterchangeable with Broadleaf Plantain asthe official medicinal herb.100 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicPlantain, Saline . . . . . .Plantago eriopoda(Saline Plantain of the Oregon Coast)Perennial halophyte does well in soddensoils, thrives in clay. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95Plantain, Sea . . . . . . . .Plantago maritima(Goosetongue Plantain)Evergreen, perennial, halophytic, semi-suc-culent native to the coast of the Pacific NW.Defying heavy breakers and whipped bystormy winds, holds on for dear life.Excellent, pre-salted, edible plant. Had achance to renew stock on this during thesummer of 2020 when we evacuated to thecoast for a spell. Jumping from rock to rockwith a little bag in hand, closest thing possi-ble to bliss under the circumstances.50 seeds/pkt $3.95Plantain, Tall Coast . . .Plantago subnudaPerennial halophyte forms a stout rootstockgiving rise to long, reddish, radiating leaves.Will grow in clay or the cracks betweenrocks. The flowering stalks of older individ-uals can be magnificent.50 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic

Pleurisy Root . . . . . . . .see MILKWEED

POKEFamily: Pokeweed (Phytolaccaceae)Low-dose botanicals. Sow in very earlyspring or give 60 days cold, moist condi-tioning, then sow warm. Poke, Domestic . . .Phytolacca americanaZones 4 to 9. Herbaceous perennial withthick, reddish stems; large, drooping leaves,and purple berries. Native to the US. Thisplant is incredibly effective for resolvinglymphatic blockage and is commonly usedin treating mastitis and Lyme disease. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, $16.10/10 g (~900 seeds),$80.00/100 g (~9,000 seeds), OrganicPoke, Tibetan . . . . . . .Phytolacca acinosaZones 7 to 10. Herbaceous perennial nativeto Asia, China, Tibet, and Japan. This is anelegant plant that is showy both when inflower and when in fruit. 30 seeds/pkt $4.95

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Poppy, Flanders . . . . . . .Papaver rhoeas(Corn Poppy, Shirley Poppy)Annual. Native to Europe and temperateAsia. Bright red. All parts of this plant con-tain the nonaddictive alkaloid rheadine. 300 seeds/pkt $3.95,$14.55/5 g (~15,000 seeds),$26.10/10 g (~30.000 seeds), OrganicPoppy, Giant Pod . . .Papaver somniferumFlowers large, light, with a purple cross atcenter. Flower gives way to an extra-large,urn-shaped pod. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95Poppy, Turkish Red Papaver somniferumAnnual or overwintering annual. Bright redflowered, monocolor Poppies on a medium-sized bush. 100 seeds/pkt $4.95, OrganicPoppy, Yellow Horned . .Glaucium flavumZones 6 to 9. Native to the Mediterranean.Herbaceous perennial with large, bright yel-low flowers that give way to elongated,beanpod-like follicles. Saurce of glaucine, apowerfully antitussive compound. .30 seeds/pkt $4.95, OrganicPoppy, Zahir . . . . . .Papaver somniferum <<IT’s BACK!>>Generally fall-sown in zones 7 to 10 andspring-sown in colder zones. This is ourbest poppy. Purple flowers with dark basalspot give way to giant pods. Bee frenzy!300 seeds/pkt $4.95,$12.00/g (~2,000seeds)$32.55/5 g (~10,000 seeds)$59.10/10 g (~20,000 seeds), Organic

Prairie Sagewort . . . . .see ARTEMISIAPulsatilla . . . . . . . . . . .Anemone pulsatilla(Wind Flower, Pasque Flower)Family: Crowfoot (Ranunculaceae)Zones 4 to 9. Herbaceous perennial. Nativeto Europe. The plant is diminutive, butbrazen—sending up large, showy, purpleflowers that bedeck the early spring garden. Menopause, PMS, or insomnia. Low-dosebotanical. Plant prefers to grow in the fullsun among rocks. Sow in fall or spring.Germ in shade, 30 to 40 days. Plant 1 footapart. Flowers to 18 inches. 30 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic

PURSLANEFamily: Purslane (Portulacaceae)Creeping annuals native to Europe. 60 daysto maturity. Mucilaginous poulticing agent,also used as a salad herb or lightly steamedfor table, being among the best terrestrialsources of omega-3 fatty acids. Prefers sunand moist, rich soil. Sow spring or summer. Purslane, Common . .Portulaca oleraceaStandard green pot herb, lush and juicy.100 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicPurslane, Golden . . .Portulaca oleraceaJuicy, golden yellow, lemony tasting leaveson a compact mounding plant. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic

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Queen Anne’s Lace . . . . .Daucus carotaZones 4 to 8. Pan-temperate. Ancient con-traceptive. Scatter seed on open or disturbedground. Volunteers freely. Flowers and seedsto 4 feet in the second year. 500 seeds/pkt $3.95,$14.55/5 g (~5,000 seeds)$26.10/10 g (~10,000 seeds),$80.00/100g (~100.000 seeds), OrganicNot for sale to WA state.Queen-of-the-Meadow . .see Gravel RootRapunzel see Rampion in VEGETABLESRehmannia . . . . . . .Rehmannia glutinosa(Sheng-di-huang, Chinese Foxglove, Lit.“Cooked Earth Yeallow”)<<NEW FOR 2022>>Zones 7 to 10. Herbaceous perennial nativeto China. With more than 400 years historyof cultivation, the plant is quite showy, pro-ducing foxglove-like (no digitalis alkaloids,though) flaring brick-red flowers on a short,wide plant. The root is the part used—it isrubbery and yellow. Traditional use (TCM):processed root revitalizes vitality, strength-ens liver and kidney. A crucial ally. Plantprefers full sun and a very fast-draining soil.Space 1 to 2 feet apart.$10.00/plant, OrganicRhodiola, Russian . . . . . .Rhodiola rosea(Arctic Root, Golden Root, Roseroot)Family: Stonecrop (Crassulaceae)Zones 1 to 7. Perennial, fleshy succulentwith circumpolar distribution. The driedroots are rose-scented, loaded with immune-stimulating glycosides (e.g. rosavin, rosin).These demonstrate antidepressant, upliftingadaptogenic properties similar to Eleuthero.Seed originally from inside the RussianArctic Circle. Yellow flowered. Resultsfrom mass spectrometry analysis of plantsfrom this seed shows high levels of bio-active Rosavins. Refrigerator stratify moistfor 90 days or surface sow outdoors in fallor early spring. Snow on flats will melt andseeds will sprout. Remember this is a suc-culent, so a fast-draining mix is essential. 100 seeds/pkt $5.95$10.00/plant, Organic

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Rhubarb officinale . . . .Rheum officinale(Da-huang, Chinese Rhubarb)Easiest and fastest to grow large roots, thesetend to naturalize easily on the landscape.Primary medicinal type for TCM. Springflowers of cream.30 seeds/pkt $4.95, OrganicRhubarb, Rhapontic Rheum rhaponticumHerbaceous perennial growing to 4 feet,native to Europe. Hardy to Zones 3 to 7.Very showy clump-forming plant, usedherbally for treating hot flashes and PMS.Also good for pies and tarts. 20 seeds/pkt $4.95Rhubarb, Turkey Rheum. palmatum (Da-huang, Chinese or Turkey Rhubarb)Large palmate-leaved plants are highlyesteemed by collectors, being very showy inthe garden. This type is also the epicurean’schoice, with roots of superior palatability. 10 seeds/pkt $4.95Rock Rose, Tauric Cistus incanus tauricusFamily: Rock-rose (Cistaceae) Zones 7 to 11 Bushy evergreen perennialsubshrub, native to the Mediterranean basin,flowers showy, rose-purple, to 40 inchestall. Traditionally (TWM): dried aerial partsof the plant used in therapies against viralinfections and Lyme disease. Moist andcool for germ. Space 2 to 3 feet apart. 20 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, Organic

Rose Campion . . . . . . .Lychnis coronariaFamily: Pink (Caryophyllaceae)Zones 3 to 9. Short-lived herbaceous peren-nial native to Europe, North Africa, Asia.Magenta flowers velvet, on an upright,wooly-white plant—one of the prettiest littlethings you’ll ever see. Homeopathic. Sowin spring. Space 1 to 2 feet apart. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95$7.50/plant, OrganicRue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ruta graveolensFamily: Rue (Rutaceae)Zones 4 to 9. Woody perennial. Native tothe Mediterranean. This is one of the oldestmedicinal plants, said to bring financialrewards while warding off contagion,malevolent spirits, and fleas. Make sure towash skin after exposure to Rue. Plantprefers sun, regular garden soil. Sow inspring. Av. germ 15 days. Space at 2 feet. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic

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RHUBARB Family: Buckwheat (Polygonaceae)Hardy to Zones 5 to 8Giant leaves with colorful stalks on anherbaceous perennial, preferring part shadeto full sun, fertile and well-drained soils.Sow in spring. Average germ 13 days.Direct-seeding in a rich hill is good. Plant 2 to 3 feet apart. Rhubarb, Alexander .Rheum alexandraeNative to Yunnan Province of western Chinaand also found in Tibet. Alternate source ofDa-huang. Leaves lime green, stems red.The plant is tolerant of clay soils and prefersa full sun position with moist, fertile, poorly drained soil. 10 seeds/pkt $4.95Rhubarb, Garden . . .see VEGETABLESRhubarb, Himalayan . . . . .Rheum emodi

syn. Rheum australeNative to the Himalayas. Stems deep red.May produce gigantic leaves to 3 feet acrossand flowering to 9 feet tall. Source ofmedicinal Rhubarb root sold in Himalayanmarkets as a laxative. Moist, fertile soils. 10 seeds/pkt $4.95Rhubarb, Noble . . . . . . . . .Rheum nobile(Chinese Glasshouse Plant) Native to Tibet, this is a high altitude medic-inal Rhubarb that produces a unique spire ofoverlapping, transparent scales. 10 seeds/pkt $4.95

Sage, Lyre-Leaf . . . . . . . . . Salvia lyrata(Cancer Weed)Zones 4 to 9. Herbaceous perennial native tocentral and eastern US. Lyre-shaped leavesbear striking purple variegations.20 seeds/pkt $4.95, OrganicSage, Pannonian . . . . . .Salvia austriaca(Austrian Sage)<<<NEW FOR 2022>>>Zones 4 to 9. Native to Austria, EasternEurope, Russia, flowering white to pale yel-low to a height of 3 feet, composed of multi-ple upright racemes from a large, incrediblyflat basal rosette. Flowers showy, good forcut flowers, Plant is a source of taxodione,with antibacterial and antitumor properties. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/plant, OrganicSage, Pitcher . . . . . . . . .Salvia spathacea(CA Pitcher Sage, Hummingbird Sage) Zones 9 to 12. Evergreen, clumping peren-nial flowering to 3 feet. Native to California.Outsize flowers fruity, aromatic.10 seeds/pkt $4.95, OrganicSage, Purple . . . . . . . .Salvia leucophyllaZones 9 to 12. Deciduous woody perennialgrowing to 6 feet. Native to California.Silvery foliage with purple flowers.30 seedas/pkt $3.95$20.00/plant in 9-inch-deep pot, OrganicSage, Scarlet . . . . . . . . . .Salvia coccinea(Hummingbird Sage)Annual, 70 days to flowers. Mexico.Cardinal scarlet flowers. Sunny, dry sites. 200 seeds/pkt $3.95Sage, Transylvanian Salvia transylvanica<<NEW FOR 2022>>Zones 7 to 9. Native to the TransylvanianMountains of Romania—robust, full-flow-ered, bright blue. Big butterfly attractor. 20 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicSage, White . . . . . . . . . . . .Salvia apianaHardy to Zones 7 to 12, otherwise grown asa potted plant. Woody perennial native toSouthern California. Sacred smoke. Plantprefers full sun and sandy, fast-draining soil.Sow seed on surface of sand. Press in andkeep in strong light, and keep evenly moistand very warm until germ. Space 3 feet apart.100 seeds/pkt $3.95, $11.00/g (~600 seeds)$28.55/5 g (~3,000 seeds)$54.10/10 g (~6,000 seeds), Organic$8.50/plant, $22.50/3 plants, $65.00./10,$30.00/plant in 9-inch-deep pot, Organic$10.00/20 g bag of dried fronds, Organic

Sagewort, Prairie . . . . .see ARTEMISIA

SAGEFamily: Mint (Lamiaceae)We feature the main species used in medi-cine, as well as some of the strikingly deco-rative ones. Planting in a sunny, dry, andwell-drained microsite will help assure win-ter survival. Sow in spring, work up in pots,transplant to warm soil.SAGE SET (1 seed packet each of Sages:Black, Clary, Dan-shen miltiorrhiza, Garden,Purple, Scarlet and White) $22.90/7 pktsPrice shown is a discount.Not for sale to WA state.Sage, Black . . . . . . . . . . .Salvia melliferaZones 9 to 12. Evergreen to 5 feet, native tothe dry hills of Southern California. Blue-flowered, aromatic. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95Sage, Clary . . . . . . . . . . . .Salvia sclareaZones 5 to 9. Biennial. The purple-pinkinflorescences are covered with glandules,redolent with Clary’s peculiar essential oil. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95$17.55/5 g (~1,400 seeds)$31.10/10 g (~2,800 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, OrganicSage, Dan-shen miltiorrhiza S. miltiorrhiza(Chinese Red Sage)Zones 8 to 12. Herbaceous perennial.Native to China. Rare. The part used is theblood-red root. Quickens the blood. 30 seeds/pkt $4.95$12.00/g (~540 seeds)$32.55/5 g (~2,700 seeds)$59.10/10 g (~5,400 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, OrganicSage, Garden . . . . . . . . Salvia officinalisZones 5 to 9. Woody perennial. Indispen-sable spice that imparts a wild flavor. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95$17.55/5 g (~555 seeds)$31.10/10 g (~1,110 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, OrganicSage, Jerusalem . .Salvia hierosolymitanaZones 7 to 12. Native to the Mediterranean.Flowers wine-red to 2 feet.30 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicSage, Kashmir . . . . . . . . . . .Salvia hiansZones 5 to 9. Herbaceous perennial to 3feet. Loose racemes of large, deep-throated,blue to purple flowers in second year. 10 seeds/pkt $4.95

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Shatavari . . . . . . . .Asparagus racemosus(Satmuli, Wild Asparagus) Zones 8 to 12.Perennial climbing asparagus native to theHimalayas. The stems cling on with recurvedspines, then produce flowers that exude analluring aroma of sweet almond. The tuberousroots are the part used in Ayurveda, where theherb is considered to be a rejuvenative femaletonic. Sow in warm, fast-draining soil, withgermination in 35 days. 10 seeds/pkt $5.95, OrganicShe-chuang-zi . . . . . . .Cnidium monnieri(Snow Parsley) Family: Carrot (Apiaceae)Annual, Native to China. Quick springflowers that attract myriads of pollinators.One of the herbs in TCM that warms the kid-ney yang. Tea, decoction or tincture used tostimulate sex hormones. 100 seeds/pkt $4.95, OrganicShepherd’s Purse Capsella bursa-pastorisFamily: Mustard (Brassicaceae)60-day annual or overwintering annual inZones 6 to 10. Native to Europe and Asia.Hemostatic agent used to stem excess men-strual bleeding or post-partum hemorrhage.Best to sow in fall to establish the rosette,which then produces a large plant the fol-lowing spring. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic

Shiso . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Perilla frutescens(Pai-zu-tzu)Hardy to Zones 10 to 12, otherwise grown asa 100 day annual. Tropical perennial grownas a temperate annual. Native to India andextensively cultivated in Japan and China.Traditional use: with sushi, to help preventseafood poisoning. In umeboshi plums, as aflavoring and coloring agent. Plant preferspart shade to full sun, rich soil and regularwatering. Sow in spring, with germ in 11days. Grows rapidly. Thin or transplant to 1to 2 feet apart. 100 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$7.50/plant, Organic

Saint John’s Wort Hypericum perforatumFamily: Saint John’s Wort (Hypericaceae)Zones 3 to 7. Herbaceous perennials with aworldwide distribution. Hypericum has adeep-seated effect, helps restore damagednerve tissue, deadens pain, and strengthensthe urinary organs. A comforting antidepres-sant that brings sun into the heart. Sow inspring.500 seeds/pkt $3.95$9.00/g (~8,000 seeds)$23.55/5 g (~40,000 seeds)$44.10/10 g (~80,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicNot for sale to CA, CO, MT, SD, WA states.Saint Paul’s Wort Siegesbeckia pubescensFamily: Aster (Asteraceae) (Xi-xian-cao, Xian-geng-xi-xian)Hardy to Zones 6 to 10. A sturdy annualnative to China. Handsome leaves on stickystems flowering yellow to 5 feet. (TCM):wind dampness, anti-inflammatory, legspasms, weakness. Sow in spring, germ in 1 to 3 weeks, thin or transplant to 1 foot apart30 seeds/pkt $3.95Sanicle . . . . . . . . . . . .Sanicula europaea(Wood Sanicle, Poolroot, Self-Heal)Family: Carrot (Apiaceae)Zones 5 to 9. Perennial flowering to 2 feettall, native to the woodlands of Europe. A pretty plant, bright green and turgid.(TWM): astringent and analgesic poultice.Sow in spring.20 seeds/pkt $3.95Santolina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Santolina chamaecyparissus tomentosa(Lavender Cotton)Family: Aster (Asteraceae)Zones 6 to 9. Evergreen rounded perennialto 24 inches tall, with aromatic, silver-grayfoliage. Plant prefers full sun, fast-draining,alkaline soil. Drought tolerant. (TWM): Ver-mifuge, analgesic poultice. Sow in spring.30 seeds/pkt $4.95Sculpit . . . . . . . . see MAIDEN’S TEARSSedum, Jelly Bean .Sedum rubrotinctumFamily: StonecropHardy to zones 9 to 12. Will withstand lightfrost and is normally grown in windowboxes or pots. Native to Mexico, a perenni-al succulent that will sprawl—cutely. $7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, OrganicSelf-Heal . . . . . . . . . . . .Prunella vulgarisFamily: Mint (Lamiaceae)Zones 3 to 9. Native to Europe. Excellentground cover for moist shade. Swishingwith Self-Heal tea relieves and heals cankersores. Plant prefers sun to shade and moistsoils. Germinates in cool soil of earlyspring. Space plants 1 foot apart. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic

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SKULLCAPFamily: Mint (Lamiaceae)A diverse genus of plants that find their wayinto barefoot medicine wherever they occurworldwide. Sow fall or early spring.SKULLCAP SET (1 packet each of Baical,Barbat, Helmet and Official Skullcaps)$14.90/4 pkts Price shown is a discount.Skullcap, Barbat . . .Scutellaria barbata(Ban-zhi-lian) Zones 7 to 10, otherwise grown as an annu-al. Herbaceous perennial. Native to SEChina. Flowers large and blue. The herbclears heat, dispels toxicity, invigorates theblood—used in treating cancerous tumors.Plant prefers sun to shade, and moisture.30 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, OrganicSkullcap, Baical . . .Scutellaria baicalensis(Huang-qin) <<It’s Back!>>Zones 4 to 8. Herbaceous perennial native tothe shores of Lake Baikal. Purple flowers to12 inches tall, like schools of dolphinsbreaking through green waves of a summersea. Traditional use of dried root (TCM):antiallergic, diuretic, hypotensive, antibac-terial, antiviral, fever-reducing in treatmentof dysentery, hepatitis, staph. Plant isextremely drought-tolerant and does well infast-draining soils in the sun. Sow seed inspring. Germ in 24 days. Space plants 12inches apart. 30 seeds/pkt $4.95$20.00/g (~560 seeds), Organic$8.50/plant, OrganicSkullcap, Helmet . .Scutellaria integrifoliaZones 5 to 11. Herbaceous perennial nativeto eastern and southern US. Light-purpleflowers, outsized to the plant, rise on hairystalks to a height of 24 inches. 30 seeds/pkt $4.95$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, Organic

Skullcap, Official .Scutellaria lateriflora(Mad Dog Skullcap, Virginian Skullcap)Zones 6 to 9. Herbaceous perennial. Nativeto US. One of the more powerful nervinetonics, an original American herb which hasgrown into world popularity. Plant prefersmoist, fertile soil, partial shade to full sun.Sow seed in cool soils of fall or early spring,or give 30 days moist, cold treatment bymixing with peat moss, coir, or sand in a jaror plastic bag in the fridge. Then, sow inwarm soil. Germination takes 30 days. Thinor transplant to 1 foot apart. 50 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicSoapwort . . . . . . . . .Saponaria officinalisFamily: Pink (Caryophyllaceae)(Bouncing Bet, Wild Sweet William) Zones 4 to 8. Herbaceous perennial flower-ing to 3 feet . Native to southern Europe; astandby in English gardens. Lance-shapedleaves and clusters of pink flowers. The rootis loaded with saponins. Sow in cold soils offall or early spring.. Space 1 foot apart.50 seeds/pkt $4.95, OrganicSolomon’s Seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . see LilySorrel, French & Garden see VEGETABLESSouthernwood . . . . . . . . .see ARTEMISIASorrel, Sheep . . . . . . . .Rumex acetosellaFamily: Buckwheat (Polygonaceae)Herbaceous perennials hardy to all zones,preferring moist to mesic soils in full sun.Sow seeds in spring. A diminutive creeperthat sends up plumes of rust-red flowers inmidsummer. Ingredient in Essiac.100 seeds/pkt $3.95$7.00/gram (~900 seeds)$17.55/5 g (~4,500 seeds)$31.10/10 g (~9,000 seeds)$248.00/100 g (~90,000 seeds)$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic

Spearmint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . see MINTSpeedwell, European Veronica beccabungaFamily: Figwort (Scrophulariaceae)(Brooklime, Water Speedwell, Housewell)Zones 5 to 9. Creeping evergreen perennialnative to Europe, Africa and Asia. Masses ofwaxy leaves give rise to pretty, blue flowersrising to only 4 inches. Traditional usage(TWM): gout, laxative, antiscorbutic (sourceof vitamin C). Edible and blood-cleansing. 50 seeds/pkt $4.95$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, Organic

Spider Plant . . . . . Chlorophytum comosum(Airplane Plant, Saint Bernard’s Lily,Ribbon Plant, Dian-lan)Family: Asparagus (Asparagaceae)Hardy to Zones 9 to 11, but usually grownindoors in hanging baskets, giving the strap-like leaves a chance to fountain and send outwhite-flowered stolons and new plantlets.$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, Organic

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Spiderwort, Western . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tradescantia occidentalisZones 4 to 9. Fleshy-leaved monocot to 18inches, native to Central US and Canada.Conspicuous terminal clusters of purpleflowers above thin, Iris-like leaves. Stamenhairs, normally purple, turn pink in the pres-ence of nuclear fallout. Traditional usage:Urinary and uteral tonic, radiation burn. $7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, Organic

SPIKENARDFamily: Ginseng (Araliaceae)Sow in fall for dependable germ in spring, orgive 90 days cold, moist refrigeration andsow warm. Spikenards prefer a streamsidehabitat but will grow in standard shade garden culture. Space plants 3 feet apart.Spikenard, California . .Aralia californica(Elk Clover, Western Spikenard) Zones 3 to 9. This is the largest herbaceousmember of the Ginseng family indigenous toAmerica. Native to the Pacific Northwest. 30 seeds/pkt $4.95$12.00/g (~160 seeds), $32.55/5g (~800 seeds)$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, OrganicSpikenard, Eastern . . . . .Aralia racemosaHerbaceous perennial native to the EasternUS. A comely plant with large, compoundleaves and drooping clusters of red berries.TNAM blood-purifying tonic. 30 seeds/pkt $4.95

SPILANTHES(Toothache Plant, Para Cress)Family: Aster (Asteraceae)Perennial in Zones 10 to 12, otherwisegrown as a 120 day annual. Start earlyindoors and transplant out after frost--theylike full sun and rich, moist soil. Spilanthesis an indispensable anti-inflammatory anddentifrice.Buzz-buttons. Spilanthes, Brede Mafane . . .Acmella albaThis is the original yellow-flowered type, anancient plant that remains relevant to thisday. Strong medicine!100 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicSpilanthes, Kenyan . . . .Acmella calirrhizaMiniature creeping perennial from the high-lands of Laikipia province near MountKenya. Typified by succulent red stems,shiny green leaves, aerial rootlets.Miniature, yellow coneheads with radiatingyellow rays to 2 inches tall. $7.50/plant, $19.95/3, OrganicSpilanthes, Official . . . .Acmella oleraceaLarge fisheye flowers of purple and yellow.Probably the strongest and most dependablefor medicine, this plant has been employedextensively in the US for herbal manufactur-ing. Grows 12 inches tall.100 seeds/pkt $3.95$12.00/g (~700 seeds), $32.55/5g (~3,500 seeds)$59.10/10 g (~7,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, Organic

Springblossom . . . .Jaborosa integrifolia(Jaborosa, Jabobosa) Family: Nightshade (Solanaceae)Hardy to Zones 8 to 10, otherwise gainfullygrown in a warm greenhouse. Rhizomatousperennial native to Brazil and Uruguay, to 6 inches tall. These do well in pots, and willproduce occasionally the heavenly-scentedwhite pinwheel-like flowers. $10.00/plant, OrganicStoneroot . . . . . . .Collinsonia canadensisFamily: Mint (Lamiaceae) Zones 4 to 8. Herbaceous perennial. Native to rich woodsin the eastern, central, and southern states.Panicles of bright yellow flowers smell likelemon. Shrinks varicosities. Plant prefersmoist woods or partially shaded garden. $7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, Organic$7.00/root, $36.00/6 roots, Organic Roots shipped mid-September to December.Swan Plant . . . . . . . . . .see MILKWEEDSweet Woodruff . . . . . . .see CLEAVERS

THISTLEFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)Big earth protectors and variously edible and/or medicinal. All zones. Thistle, Blessed . . . . . .Cnicus benedictusWinter annual, growing most happily inZones 7 to 10, although it can be grown as asimple annual in any zone. Native to theMediterranean basin, and Asia Minor. Oneof the oldest recorded medicinal plants, men-tioned in Turner’s Herbal of 1568. Downyand barely prickly. Tea stimulates appetite.Old-time remedy against fever and headache,said to dispel evil and prevent the plague.Space 2 feet apart. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$29.10/10 g ~(360 seeds), OrganicThistle, Milk . . . . . . .Silybum marianumOverwintering annual in Zones 6 to 9, other-wise grown as a spring planted annual, 120days to seed harvest. Native to theMediterranean. Giant, shiny-leaved plantwith white variegations and towering, purpleflowers. Unique hepatoprotective agent. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95,$20.10/10 g ~(360 seeds), OrganicNot for sale to WA state.

Thyme . . . . . . .see CULINARY HERBS

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Tobacco, Tree . . . . . . . .Nicotiana glaucaZones 8 to 12. Woody perennial to 9 feet tall,native to Argentina and Bolivia. Sometimesacts like an herbaceous perennial if knockedback by frost. The bright-yellow, long-tubedflowers are like blaring trumpets. The curedleaf is smokable, but strong, very rich inanabasine and low in nicotine. Some peopleuse it to wean themselves from nicotineaddiction. Leaves poulticed to heal wounds,skin infections, and to kill subcutaneouslarva of the botfly. 100 seeds/pkt $4.95$10.00/plant, OrganicTobacco, Walker’s . . .Nicotiana tabacumHeirloom Virginia smoking tobacco withleaves light-green, crowding closely on thestalk. Flowers pink to 5 feet. Suitable forsmall gardens. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicTobacco, West Indies .Nicotiana tabacumSpecial Cuban cultivar, maturing in 65 days.The leaf cures to a dark, aromatic cigar orchewing tobacco. Flowers pink to 5 feet.100 seeds/pkt $4.95,$12.00/g (~10,000 seeds),$28.55/5 g (~50,000 seeds),$52.10/10 g (~100,000 seeds), Organic

TOBACCOFamily: Nightshade (Solanaceae)A most popular yet maligned herb. Tobaccois a heavy feeder and likes a well-fertilizedsoil and a side-dressing of good compost orrotted manure. 80 days to maturity. Sowseed in the spring or early summer in flats ordirectly on a fine seed bed. Press hard intosurface of soil. Germ in 10 to 14 days.Transplant or thin to 1 to 2 feet apart. TOBACCO SET (1 seed packet each of theTobaccos following.)$39.90/10 pkts Price shown is a discount.Tobacco, Azteca . . . . . . .Nicotiana alata(Aztec Night Blooming Tobacco) Annual. The white, heaven-scented flowersflare out in the evening, fragrance wafting.100 seeds/pkt $3.95Tobacco, Hopi . . . . . . .Nicotiana rusticaAnnual. Thick, rounded leaves with very high nicotine content. Most amenable typefor growing in northerly or otherwise short-season zones.100 seeds/pkt $4.95,$12.00/g (~10,000 seeds),$28.55/5 g (~50,000 seeds),$52.10/10 g (~100,000 seeds), OrganicTobacco, Huichol . .Nicotiana langsdorfiiAnnual, 60 days to flowers (fast grower), to3 feet. Very potent ceremonial and smokingTobacco, sticky with resin. 100 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$7.50/plant, OrganicTobacco, Oneida . . . . . .Nicotiana rusticaAnnual. Thin leaves with high nicotine con-tent, similar to Hopi. Originally from theOneida tribe of Wisconsin. A northernhardy strain that makes for mild smoking.100 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicTobacco, Rapa Nui . . . .Nicotiana rustica(Easter Island Tobacco, Ava-Ava)<<NEW FOR 2022>>Annual, 90 days to harvest. Originally fromEaster Island, a pretty plant, with ovoidleaves and generous clusters of large, yellowflowers to 3 feet tall. Somewhat smaller-leaved and more upright than Hopi tobacco,which it resembles. Very potent smokingtobacco. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicTobacco, Scherazi . . .Nicotiana tabacumAnnual. Dark-leaved Iranian pipe tobacco. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicTobacco, Smoking . . .Nicotiana tabacum(Virginia Smoking Tobacco)Annual. This is a very mellow, heirloomsmoking Tobacco that matures early.100 seeds/pkt $3.95,$12.00/g (~10,000 seeds),$28.55/5 g (~50,000 seeds),$52.10/10 g (~100,000 seeds), Organic

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Tormentil Potentilla tormentilla(Potentilla erecta, Cinquefoil)Herbaceous perennial native to Europe andtemperate Asia. A crown of yellow flowersgraces a mounding plant. Traditional use(TWM): diarrhea. Plant enjoys full sun topart shade and moist soil of garden or grass-lands. Sow in spring. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicTower-of-Jewels . . . . . .Echium wildpretiiZones 8 to 12, more frost hardy if kept dry.Biennial native to the Canary Islands doesbest on the California or Oregon coast,where they flower in impressive, head-high,cone-shaped, towering columns bedeckedby rows of coral flowers. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95Tronadora . . . . . . . . . . . . .Tecoma stansFamily: Trumpet Creeper (Bignoniaceae)Zones 9 to 12. Perennial deciduous vineyshrubs native to the American Southwestand Mexico. Not spiny. Prefers sun andpoor, sandy, and/or gravelly soils. Sow inspring. Space at 4 feet. Oversize yellowflowers on a perennial self-supporting vine.A treatment for fungal infections of the skin. 50 seeds/pkt $4.95$23.55/5 g (~840 seeds)Trumpet Vine Creeper Campsis radicansFamily: Trumpet Creeper (Bignoniaceae)<<It’s Back!>>Zones 4 to 10. Perennial deciduous vineyshrubs native to the US. Oversize sprays ofgarishly flaring, orange-red flowers.Traditional usage (TNAM, TWM): antifun-gal. Plant prefers full sun and withstandsdrought. sow in spring, space 4 feet apart.20 seeds/pkt $3.95Tsuwabuki . . . . . . .Farfugium japonicumFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)(Green Leopard Plant, Bai-jiao-wu)Hardy to Zones 7 to 10, otherwise readilygrown in containers. Evergreen perennialnative to Japan. Flowers to 18 inches.Leathery-leaved ornamental with wide,plate-like leaves of dark green. Traditional(Japanese): Cough, seafood poisoning.$30.00/plant (9-inch-deep pot), Organic

TULSI (HOLY BASIL)Family: Mint (Lamiaceae)Hardy to Zones 10 to 12, otherwise grownas a summer annual or potted indoor plant.Tea herb from the Ayurvedic tradition that isuplifting to the spirit and brings blessings tothe household. Satisfying tea, with taste andaroma most appealing. Traditional use(Ayurveda): stress reduction, immuneenhancement, promoting longevity, improv-ing metabolic oxygenation, increasingendurance, fighting infections, and improv-ing digestion. Sow in the spring to earlysummer. The seeds require light to germi-nate. Hold seeds briefly in the palm of thehand in sunlight before sowing. OM. Sowseed on soil surface and press in, then keepmoist and in the light. Germination maytake up to 3 weeks. Thin seedlings and potup once they have achieved the second set oftrue leaves. Plants are happiest outdoors. TULSI SEED SET (1 seed packet each ofAmrita, Krishna, Rama, Temperate, Vana$19.90/5 pkts, Organic(Price shown is a discount.)Tulsi—Amrita . . . . .Ocimum tenuiflorum(Nectar of Immortality) This colorful and tasty cultivar has morepurple in the leaves than our standard RamaTulsi, and is very high in the anxiety-reduc-ing compound Rosmarinic acid. Growing asa dense, rounded bush, the plants exhibitmuch vigor and overwinter well indoors. 50 seeds/pkt $4.95$12.00/g (~2,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic$20.00/plant in a 9 inch pot, OrganicTulsi—Krishna . . . .Ocimum tenuiflorum(Shyama Tulasi, Black Tulsi)Tropical perennial grown as an annual in thetemperate zones. 120 days to maturity.Plants usually remain quite short, no morethan 20 inches, small leaves usually darkpurple or sometimes lighter purple, withpurple venation and purple stems. Manyprefer this type. 50 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic$20.00/plant in a 9 inch pot, OrganicTulsi—Rama . . . . . .Ocimum tenuiflorumTropical perennial grown as an annual in thetemperate zones. 120 days to maturity.Open-formed, green leaves, sometimes withpurple venation on leaves, stem, and flowers.50 seeds/pkt $4.95$12.00/g (~2,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic$20.00/plant in a 9 inch pot, OrganicTulsi—Temperate . . .Ocimum africanum(Holy Basil) Self-seeding annual. 70 days.Best Holy Basil for temperate gardens—good, easy medicine. We have learned todirect-seed in the spring garden (10 gramseasily direct-seeds a 100 foot row) and allowthe plants to grow closely together. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95,$18.00/g (~1,580 seeds), Organic

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Valerian, Red . . . . . . .Centranthus ruberZones 5 to 9. Herbaceous perennial. Nativeto Europe. Root is rich in valeric com-pounds. Highly aromatic, crimson flowersare excellent for cutting.20 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, Organic

VERVAINFamily: Vervain (Verbenaceae)Blue-flowered, upright herbaceous perenni-als significant in medicine and ritual. Plants prefer full sun to part shade, regular gardenconditions, grassland or streamside. Vervain, Blue . . . . . . . .Verbena hastataZones 3 to 7. Native to US. Flowers in mul-tiple, long-lasting, handsome spikes. Bitterremedy for indigestion, colds. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95$9.00/g (~3,500 seeds)$23.55/5 g (~17,500 seeds)$44.10/10 g (~35,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicVervain, European . .Verbena officinalisZones 4 to 8. Native to Europe and theMediterranean. Astringent, antispasmodic,and fever-reducing agent. Druidic altar plantexudes romance and mystery.50 seeds/pkt $3.95, $10.00/g (~2,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic

Vetch, Kidney . . . . . .Anthyllis vulneraria(Kidney Vetch, Ladies’ Fingers)Family: Legume (Fabaceae)Zones 6 to 10. Herbaceous perennial nativeto Europe and flowering yellow in globularheads to about 8 inches. With its soft andpretty flowers and forgiving, slightly downyfoliage, the plant makes a natural emollienttreatment for the skin, having been poulticed against wounds since time im-memorial. Scarify the seed on medum gritsandpaper and sow in spring. An overnightsoak in water will help speed germination,which occurs in 1 to 3 weeks. 20 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic

Tulsi—Vana . . . . . .Ocimum gratissimumPerennial bush basil native to India andNorth and East Africa. Leaves large, soft,and redolent with oil of Eugenol. Aftermany seasons of growing perennial Tulsis inthe temperate north, we believe Vana to bethe highest yielding type. 50 seeds/pkt $4.95$9.00/g (~1,000 seeds)$23.55/5g (~5,000 seeds)$44.10/10g (~10,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic

Unicorn, False . . . . .Chamaelirium luteum(Helonias Root, Star Grub Root)Family: Lily (Liliaceae)Hardy to Zones 4 to 8. Herbaceous dioe-cious perennial. Native to the central andeastern hardwood forests of North America.Rare and in danger of extinction. We offeronly seed of cultivated individuals. Theflowers occur in gracefully curving spikes.Most famous of all uterine tonics. Sowseeds in acidic soil in the fall, midwinter, orvery early spring. Space 6 inches apart. 20 seeds/pkt $8.95, OrganicUnicorn, True . . . . . . . . .Aletris farinosaFamily: Lily (Liliaceae)Zones 6 to 9. Perennial. Native to south-eastern US. Rare. Important vanishingmedicinal. Urn-shaped, mealy-surfacedflowers, white. Plant prefers sun and moist,sandy, acidic soils. Press seed into surface.500 seeds/pkt $4.95

VALERIANFamily: Valerian (Valerianaceae) Tender, edible leaves and narcotically scent-ed flowers typify these demure, sedativeplants. All prefer part shade and rich, moistbut well-drained soils. Valerian, Homestash Valeriana officinalisZones 4 to 8. Cultivar originally fromEngland that we’ve been growing here onthe farm for 30 years. Highly root produc-tive in season and very potent. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/plant, OrganicValerian, Official . . .Valeriana officinalisZones 4 to 8. Herbaceous perennial. Nativeto Europe and temperate Asia. Widely usedas an effective cerebral sedative. Seed isshort-lived; sow within 1 year of receipt.Light-dependent germinator. Sow in springand keep moist. Germ in 10 to 16 days.Space plants 1 to 2 feet apart. Flowers whitein the second year to a height of 5 feet. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95$10.00/g (~1,200 seeds)$26.55/5 g (~6,000 seeds)$49.10/10 g (~12,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicValerian, Select . . . .Valeriana officinalisZones 4 to 8. Selected for high concentra-tion of valeric and valerenic constituents,this strain produces one of the strongest ofall herbal cerebral sedatives. 50 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic

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VIOLETFamily: Violet (Violaceae)Plants form slow-spreading colonies inmoist shade to part sun. Violet, Heartsease . . . . . . . .Viola tricolor(Johnny-Jump-Up, Heartsease Pansy)Annual, self-seeding. 60 days to maturity.Deep velvety blue, purple, and yellow flowers. Traditionally used to treat allergiesof children. Germination in 16 days. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicViolet, Sweet . . . . . . . . . . . .Viola odorataZones 4 to 9. Creeping evergreen perennial.Native to Eurasia. The early spring flowersemit a sweet, fleeting scent and are muchused in perfumery. May be made into apleasant cough syrup that nonetheless hasdeep-seated resolvent activity—dissolvesphlegm, used to treat oral cancers. Sowseed in cool, moist shade. 20 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic

Viper’s Bugloss . . . . . . . .Echium vulgareFamily: Borage (Boraginaceae)Zones 3 to 11. Herbaceous perennial.Native to Europe. All zones. This hairy-stemmed beauty bears large, delicately perfumed, bright blue, tubular flowers in ascorpioid inflorescence from summer tofrost on an upright plant. Considered one ofthe best bee plants on Earth. 100 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic Not for sale to MT, WA states & Canada.Wild Lettuce . . . . . . . .see Lettuce, Wild

WILD YAMNative to the southern, central and easternUS, these do best in a shade garden or wood-land setting, and always appreciate a trellis.We often grow them up a fence in the shade.Dioesious herbaceous perennial vines.Wild Yam, American villosa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dioscorea villosa

(Colic Root, Rheumatism Root) Zones 5 to 9 Prominently veined, heart-shaped leaves on an elegant vine. Rootspencil-thin, creeping. This is the officialspecies. Traditional usage (TWM, TNAM):Antispasmodic for smooth tissues.$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, Organic$7.00/root, $36.00/6 roots, Organic Roots shipped mid-September to December.Wild Yam, Chinese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dioscorea batatas

(Shan-yao, Cinnamon Vine)Zones 4 to 8. Herbaceous perennial vinenative to China. Source of deliciously edible tubers. Antiviral. Emits a cinnamonfragrance from its flowers. $5.95/6 aerial tubers, $12.00/20 aerial tubers, Organic[Intl, NY no]

WILDE DAGGAFamily: Mint (Lamiaceae)Upright, woody-stemmed plants withshowy, whorled flowers that are consideredmild inebrients. Cordao is annual, whilemukasi and wilde dagga are perennial. Givesun and well-drained soil. All germinatereadily with standard greenhouse tech-nique—moist, warm and in the light, germ in1 to 3 weeks. Cordao . . . . . . . . . . .Leonotis nepetaefolia(Klipp Dagga) Annual. 120 days to flowers. Highly deco-rative, with tall, whorled spikes holdingarrays of long-tubed and curving orangeflowers to 9 feet tall.50 seeds/pkt $3.95,$9.00/g (~400 seeds),$23.55/5 g (~2,000 seeds), OrganicMukasi . . . . . . . . . . .Leonotis molissima(White Dagga, Shambala Mukasi)Perennial in zones 9 to 13, otherwise nicelygrown as a bushy, spring annual to 5 feet tall.Intestinal bitter and mild euphoric. Flowerswhite, attractive to bees, native pollinators. 30 seeds/pkt $4.95, OrganicWilde Dagga . . . . . . . .Leonotis leonurus(Lion’s Tail)(Begins shipping March 2022)Perennial in zones 9 to 12. Hummingbirdsbecome frenzied around the gorgeous globsof orange flowers on tall whorled spikes. 10 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic

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Wood Betony . . . . . . . .Stachys officinalisFamily: Mint (Lamiaceae)Zones 5 to 10. Herbaceous perennial.Native to Europe and Russia. This mois-ture-loving plant has beautiful red-purpleflowering spikes. General pain-reliever andtonic nervine. Sow in spring, space at 2 feet.50 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicWormwood, Absinthe .see ARTEMISIA

YARROWFamily: Aster (Asteraceae)Zones 4 to 8. Evergreen perennials giverise to thick stalks hoisting the dense, aromatic flowers. Yarrow, Coastal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Achillea millefolium var. litoralisNative to the coast of Oregon andCalifornia. This is the largest-floweredYarrow, with flattened heads that can reachto 8 inches. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, OrganicYarrow, Official . . . .Achillea millefoliumNative to temperate zones worldwide.Spreads joyfully. This is the hardy, white-flowered type. Contains high levels of theactive essential oils. Antiseptic, anti-inflam-matory, hemostatic.200 seeds/pkt $3.95, $9.00 g (~1,700 seeds),$23.55/5 g (~8,500 seeds),$44.10/10 g (~17,000 seeds), Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3, $50.00/10, OrganicYarrow, Wild White Achillea millefolium(Wild Oregon Mountain Yarrow) Creepingherbacesous perennial native to the moun-tains of the Pacific Northwest. 200 seeds/pkt $3.95, $9.00 g (~1,700 seeds),$23.55/5 g (~8,500 seeds),$44.10/10 g (~17,000 seeds)Yellow Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . .see DOCKYerba Mansa . . . .Anemopsis californica(Manso, Yerba del Manso)Family: Lizard Tail (Saururaceae)Zones 7 to 12. Creeping herbaceous peren-nial native to the American SW andCalifornia. Does well in pots. The succu-lent, ovate leaves give rise to white flowerstinged in rose. Entire plant smelling spiceyand warming. (TNAM): Colds, arthritis,athlete’s foot, wounds. Sodden soils. Giveplenty of heat to germ. 20 seeds/pkt $4.95$10.00/plant, Organic

Yerba Santa . . .Eriodictyon californicumFamily: Waterleaf (Hydrophyllaceae)Zones 7 to 10. Erect, branching, evergreenshrub flowering to 6 feet tall, native toCalifornia and Southern Oregon. The long,lance-shaped leaves of this drought-tolerant,sun-lover are coated with sticky, shiny, aro-matic resin. The seed is small and light, andis best mixed with sand to stretch it, strewnon mildly acidic, moderately rich, disturbedsoil of garden bed, flats, or pots in the fall toearly spring and pressed in hard.100 seeds/pkt $3.95$12.00/g (~3,000 seeds)$32.55/5g (~15,000 seeds)$59.10/10g (~30,000 seeds)Yomogi . . . . . . . . . . . . .see ARTEMISIAYUCCA . . . . . . see TREES & SHRUBSZaatar . . . . . . .see CULINARY HERBS

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ACACIAFamily: Legume (Fabaceae)Zones 10 to 12, otherwise grown as a pottedtree, brought in for the winter. Nick seed,soak overnight and sow in warm, fast-drain-ing mix. Gum Arabic . . . . . . . . . . .Acacia arabicaSource of gum arabic, which exudes fromthe bark when incised. 5 seeds/pkt $3.95$20.10/10 g (~80 seeds)$80.00/100 g (~800 seeds)Maiden’s Wattle . . . . . . .Acacia maideniiThis is an attractive ornamental, becomingquite scarce in its wild habitat, but widelyplanted in parks and thoroughfares in tropi-cal climes. The bark is a popular source ofdimethyltryptamine. 5 seeds/pkt $3.95Annatto . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bixa orellanaFamily: Achiote (Bixaceaea)Protect from frost. Bushy evergreen shrubto tree, 30 feet tall, native to tropicalAmerica. Highly ornamental, with showyflowers giving way to the orange-red pods.The pulverized, brick red seeds are thesource of a harmless coloring agent that isused extensively in dairy products and otherfoods. Aphrodisiac and anti-inflammatory.Living fence. Plant prefers sun to partshade. Bring plant in for the winter. 20 seeds/pkt $4.95

Angel Trumpet Tree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Brugmansia sanguinea(Tree Datura) Hardy to Zones 10 to 12. May overwinter inZ 8 to 9 with protection, otherwise grown asa potted flowering tree. High-altitude plantendemic to the Andes, flowering in verylarge, red-tinged corollas that dangle inimprobably rich, showy clusters. Seedsgerm readily in warm, sandy mix. And yet,a very finicky plant. Space 12 feet apart. 5 seeds/pkt $3.95$15.00/tree in a 9-inch pot, OrganicBlue Spur Flower .Plectranthus barbatusZones 10 to 12. Perennial shrub native toIndia and E. Africa. Vigorous, to 10 feettall, producing upright racemes of shocking-ly blue/purple flowers. Originally fromKenya, these provide an excellent fast-growing hedgerow in frost-free zones andmake any grower who decides to put themin a pot the best grower on earth. They areunstoppable. Pot to gallons on receipt. $20.00/shrub, $50.00/3 shrubs, Organic Bodhi Tree . . . . . . . . . . . .Ficus religiosa(Peepal,. Pipal, Sacred Fig)This white-sapped tree bears leaves ofunique shape, long-tipped, figuring conspic-uously in Vedic folklore and art. Barelycover seeds, tamp in hard and keep evenlymoist and very warm until germination.100 seeds/pkt $4.95$10.00/tree in a 5-inch pot$30.00/tree in a 9-inch pot, Organic

Illus.Manzanita, Whiteleaf

BrittlebushEncelia farinosa(Incienso)Zones 7 to 12. Perennial. Native to the SWdeserts of US and Mexico. Clumps of sil-very-green leaves produce hovering myriadsof yellow flowers in early spring. Source ofaromatic resin used like Copal. Plantprefers a southern exposure and dryish soils. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95Carob . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ceratonia siliqua(Saint John’s Bread) Family: Legume (Fabaceae)Zones 9 to 12. Tough and drought-resistantdioecious, evergreen tree native to theMediterranean and Middle East. Nick witha sharp blade, drop in hot water, steepovernight, then sow warm. 7 seeds/pkt $4.95$20.10/10 g (~70 seeds)Cedar, Eastern Red Juniperus virginiana(Juniper, Red Cedar, Pencil Cedar)Family: Cypress (Cupressaceae)Zones 2 to 9. Evergreen bush to small tree to60 feet. Native to Eastern USA. Drought-and cold-tolerant shelterbelt favorite.(TWM, TNAM): urinary antiseptic. 10 seeds/pkt $3.95$28.10/10 g (~910 seeds)Cedar of Lebanon . . . . . . .Cedrus libani(Lebanon Cedar)Family: Pine (Pinaceae)Zones 5 to 8. Evergreen conifer native to theMediterranean and capable of reaching 130feet. Bark and wood of this stately icon,through the ages, has been extensively usedin medicine and construction. Mentioned 75times in the Bible. Space 30 feet apart. 10 seeds/pkt $3.95Chaparral . . . . . . . . . . .Larrea tridentata(Creosote Bush)Family: Caltrop (Zygophyllaceae)Zones 8 to 11, colder if kept dry. Evergreenperennial shrub native to the SW US andMexico. A living plant has been carbondated to 13,000 years before the present.Antimicrobial, anti-cancer, and free radicalscavenger. Low-dose botanical. Prefersfull sun, well-drained and sandy soil. Sow inspring or summer. Germ 3 to 5 weeks. 50 seeds/pkt $4.95$10.00/shrub, Organic

CHASTE TREEFamily: VerbenaceaePerennial, deciduous bushes to small treesto 15 feet. Foliage and beautiful lavenderflowers exude exotic perfumes. Preferssunny, dry exposure. Chaste Tree seeds willbenefit from a light scarification on sandpa-per followed by 30 days soaking in a jar ofwater in the fridge, then sow warm. Chaste Tree . . . . . . . .Vitex agnus-castusZones 6 to 9. Native to the Mediterranean.Foliage and beautiful lavender flowersexude exotic perfumes. Traditional use(TWM): aphrodisiac, breast health. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95$11.55/5 g (~640 seeds)$20.10/10 g (~1,280 seeds)$117.00/100 g (~12,800 seeds), OrganicNirgundi . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Vitex negundo(Huang-ping, Cut-Leaf Chaste Tree)Zones 6 to 9. Native to China, E. Asia, andthe Himalayas. Significant herb inAyurvedic and TCM— tonic agent.30 seeds/pkt $4.95, $12.00/g (~160 seeds), Organic$20.00/tree, OrganicCotton Tree . . . . . .Gossypium arboreum(Mpamba Mwitu)Family: Mallow (Malvaceae) Zones 10 to 12. Shrub to small tree to 6 feettall. Excellent choice for potted plant, patioor sunroom, making prolific flowers, white,yellow or rose-tinted, off season and on.Native to India, source of excellent cotton.$20.00/tree, OrganicCramp Bark . . . . . . . . .Viburnum opulus(Highbush Cranberry)Family: Honeysuckle (Caprifoliaceae)Woody perennial native to North Americaand hardy to Zone 3 to 8, to 20 feet tall.Traditional use of spring-harvested bark:relaxes menstrual cramps. Plant seeds 1/2inch deep in a gallon pot and keep in cool,moist shade. Multicycle germinator. Spacebushes at least 15 feet apart. 10 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic

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Curry Leaf Tree . . . . . .Murraya koenigii(Black Neem, Sweet Neem)Family: Rue (Rutaceae)Outdoor culture Zones 10 to 12, commonlygrown indoors or as a greenhoused plant,protected through the winter. Tropical decid-uous tree to 18 feet, native to Southern India.Fresh leaves traditionally used (Ayurveda):antinauseant, stomachic, disorders of thekidney, premature graying of hair. In cook-ery, the leaves are stir-fried as a base for cur-ries. $20.00/tree, Organic

CUSTARD APPLEFamily: Soursop (Annonaceae)Sweetsop . . . . . . . . . . .Annona squamosa(Sugar Apple)Zones 10 to 13. Fast-growing deciduoustree to 10 feet, native to tropical America,fruiting in 2 to 3 years. Fruit is creamy andsweet, studded with seeds which should notbe consumed. Easy from seed. Nick seed,soak overnight and sow in a warm place infast-draining soil.10 seeds/pkt $3.95Cherimoya . . . . . . . . .Annona cherimola(Masterpiece of Nature)Zones 9 to 12, otherwise grown as a pottedplant and brought in for the winter.Perennial broad-leaved tree to 16 feet, nativeto Central America. Trees 5 years and olderwill produce the fruits (custard apples) thatare considered by many to be the finest tast-ing fruits on Earth. Space 15 feet apart. $30.00/tree in a 9-inch-deep pot, Organic

Desert Willow . . . . . . .Chilopsis linearisFamily: Trumpet Creeper (Bignoniaceae)Zones 7 to 11. Willowy shrub or small tree.Native to the deserts of the southwestern US,Baja, and Mexico. The large, trumpet-shaped flowers emit heavenly aromas. Sowin spring and grow out in pots for a yearbefore transplanting. Easy and rewarding.30 seeds/pkt $4.95 $15.00/tree, Organic

ELDERBERRYFamily: Honeysuckle (Caprifoliaceae)Zones 4 to 7. Perennial, deciduous, multi-stemmed bushes to small trees, native to tem-perate zones worldwide. Berries are healthilyendowed with antiviral compounds and pro-cyanidins—prophylactic to the flu and thecommon cold. Elders prefer moist, rich soiland grow best as an understory to taller trees.If you eat raw Elderberries, spit out theseeds. Sow seeds in outdoor conditions infall or very early spring for germination asthe ground warms up. Elderberry, Black (American) . . . . . . . .Sambucus canadensisWild form native to North America. Oftenfound in low, poorly drained areas in themidwest, this is the large-flowered, commontype that is often cultivated by cutting back tothe crown every year. It tends to make awide, multistemmed bush as opposed to theEuropean and Blue forms which are treelike.The berries of this American BlackElderberry are traditionally used for makingjams and wine, and are gaining popularity inthe medicinal realm. 50 seeds/pkt $4.95Elderberry, Black (European) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sambucus nigra

Wild form native to Europe. Probably themost dependable type for making Elderberrysyrup, tincture, and glycerite. Source of aunique antiviral protein. Germinates spring.We have a row of these crucial allies on ourfarm, which produce these seeds. $30.00/tree in a 9-inch-deep pot, OrganicElderberries, Black (European), dried,$19.90/100 g bag, organic Elderberry, Blue . . .Sambucus caeruleaWild form native to Pacific Northwest, atough beauty. Deliciously edible berries area favorite of herbalist and bird alike. 50 seeds in dried berries/pkt, $4.95Elderberry, Red . .Sambucus racemosusHardy down to Zone 3, these are a goodchoice for shelterbelt. Fast-growing to 12feet, they provide shade and windbreak, alsofood for many species of birds. 50 seeds/pkt, $4.95

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Eleuthero, Spineless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Eleutherococcus senticosus

(Ci-wu-jia, Siberian Ginseng)Family: Ginseng (Araliaceae) Hardy to Zones 3 to 9. Woody perennialshrub with ginseng-like leaves and whiteflowers giving way to the blue-black fruits.Traditional usage: Adaptogen. Standardgarden soil, moist shade. Space to 10 feetapart. If you desire one of these, order early. $30.00/tree in a 9-inch-deep pot, Organic

Empress Tree . . . . .Paulownia tomentosaFamily: Figwort (Scrophulariaceae)Zones 6 to 9. Deciduous tree. Native to central and western China. Impressive full-size trees with huge elephant-ear leaves andcommonly growing 15 feet per year.Bioremediation: Reduction of soil salinity;increases soil fertility; converts pollutioninto wood. Sun to part shade.200 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic$15.00/tree in a 4 inch deep pot, $25.00/tree in a 9 inch deep pot, OrganicNot for sale to TN, AL, NC, CT states.Eucalyptus, Tasmanian Blue Gum . . . . .Eucalyptus globulusFamily: Myrtle (Myrtaceae)Zones 9 to 11. Native to Tasmania. Mainspecies used for making oil of Eucalyptus.Sow on surface, keep warm and moist. Easygerminator. Sun, dryish soils. 50 seeds/pkt $4.95$25.00/tree in a 9 inch deep pot, Organic

Fig, Applegate . . . . . . . . . . .Ficus caricaFamily: Mulberry (Moraceae)<<NEW FOR 2022>>(Brown Turkey)Zones 6 to 9. These plants are made fromcuttings of a local tree that has proven itselfextremely productive, robust, winter-hardyand self-fertile. Woody perennial bush to 18feet tall, producing voluminous fruits thatare purple on the outside and light pink inthe interior, sweet. Figs may be consumedfresh or dried for later use. There are 2cycles of fruit production, spring and fall.Give figs full sun, fertile soil and a deep sur-face mulch of comfrey leaves. Water regu-larly, especially in the first year. Space 15feet apart.$25.00/tree in a 9 inch deep pot, OrganicGinkgo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ginkgo bilobaFamily: Ginkgo (Ginkgoaceae) Zones 3 to 12. (Bai-gao, Maidenhair Tree)Perennial, deciduous, dioecious tree nativeto Eastern China. Darwin called it a “livingfossil.” The trees are resilient, adaptable toinner city or countryside. They have aunique ability to cleanse the air of toxins,using their comely, deeply grooved, bi-lobedleaves. Trunks lithe and humanoid. We pro-vide cold-stored seed. Seeds begin germi-nating 33 days after planting. Typical germrate is 40%. Very gratifying to watch thegermination! Use a deep pot—taprooted. 20 seeds/pkt $9.95Golden Chain Tree . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Laburnum anagyroidesFamily: Legume (Fabaceae)<<NEW FOR 2022>>Zones 4 to 8. Pollution-tolerant and nitro-gen-fixing tree to 20 feet, flowering mid-spring in gorgeous, fragrant, yellow, dan-gling clusters, native to Southern Europe.Give a sheltered position and part shade. 10 seeds/pkt $3.95$15.00/tree in a 9-inch deep pot, OrganicGuggul . . . . . . . . . . .Commiphora wightiiFamily: Myrrh (Burseraceae)(Indian Bdellium Tree, Mukul Myrrh)Hardy to Zones 10 to 12, otherwise grown ina pot and protected from frost. Shrub tosmall tree to 12 feet tall, native to India.Traditional usage (Ayurveda): obesity, uri-nary infection, antiseptic. Source of gumguggul, an oleo/gum/resin with a myrrh-likearoma. Sow warm, germ 18 days.5 seeds/pkt $9.95, OrganicGoji, Red . . . . . . . . . . .Lycium barbarumFamily: Nightshade (Solanaceae) Zones 5 to 10. Deciduous woody shrub to 9 feet tall. Native to Northern China. Goji berries are delicious, dried likeraisins.Traditional usage: Yin tonic. Plantprefers full sun and fast-draining soils. Plantprefers a sunny, dryish exposure Sow insand and keep in strong light. 50 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$20.00/plant, OrganicGum Tree, American . . .see Sweet Gum

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Gutta-Percha . . . . . .Eucommia ulmoides(Du-zhong, Eucommia bark, Hardy RubberTree) Family: Rubber (Eucommiaceae)Zones 4 to 8. Deciduous broadleaf native toChina, to 60 feet tall with a 40 foot spread ofbranches. Drought-tolerant tree prefers asunny, well-drained position. (TCM): kidneyand liver deficiency, sore back, fatigue, frequent urination. Sow in fall for germ inthe spring. Work up in pots until sufficient-ly sized. Space 30 feet apart. 10 seeds/pkt $4.95

HAWTHORNFamily: Rose (Rosaceae)Zones 4 to 8. Deciduous thorny bushes tosmall trees. Native to Europe. Hawthornberries or the leaf and flower are the mosteffective, broadscale, and gentle heart med-icine known to herbalist. Considered “anadaptogen for the heart.” Sow very hardseeds in the spring, summer, or fall for germin the following spring. May take 2 vernalcycles to germ.Hawthorn, English .Crataegus laevigata

syn. Crataegus oxyacantha(Midland Hawthorn, Mayflower)Famously native to the Midlands of Britain,the tree enjoys a wide distribution through-out western and central Europe. The flowercolor is variable, from pink to red. Fruitsare plump and meaty, each with 2 seeds.Does well as a yard tree, roadside, or linedup close in a row and kept trimmed back asa hedge. Heavenly.10 seeds/pkt $4.95,$20.10/10 g (~80 seeds)$80.00/100 g (800 seeds) Hawthorn, Wild . . .Crataegus monogynaTough landrace from the West Coast withwhite flowers and large, single-stonedfruits. Does well in the yard, naturalized inwoodlands, pastures, roads, or shoreside.10 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$20.00/tree, OrganicHeather . . . . . . . . . . . . .Calluna vulgarisFamily: Heath (Ericaceae)Zones 4 to 9. Woody, densely-flowered,acidic-soil-loving shrub native to the BritishIsles. A very classy herbal landscape plant,easy to maintain, free-flowering in season,drought-tolerant once established. Leavesare a source of the medicinal compoundarbutin, used in treating urinary tract infec-tion. Yellow dye plant. Heather prefers fullsun. Give peat moss. Surface sow seed infall, midwinter, or early spring and keepevenly moist until germination. Work up inpots, then transplant to the landscape, where the shrub is particularly handsome as asculptured accent to pathways and gates. 100 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic

Heimia . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Heimia salicifolia(Sinkuiche, Sun Opener)Family: Loosestrife (Lythraceae)Zones 7 to 12 Woody or herbaceous peren-nial bee plant to 4 feet tall, bearing large yel-low flowers. Traditional usage: anxiolytic,hypotensive, sedative. Source of alkaloidalcrogenine. Sow seed on surface and press in.The plant prefers a warm and sunny expo-sure. Space 2 to 3 feet apart. 500 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$20.00/plant (9-inch-deep pot), OrganicHenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Heimia salicifoliaFamily: Loosestrife (Lythraceae)Zones 10 to 12, otherwise grown as a pottedtree, brought in for the winter. Tropicalwoody perennial to 30 feet tall. Leavessource of dye known as mehndi, for hir orskin. Full sun to part shade and dryish soils.Space trees 15 feet apart50 seeds/pkt $3.95$20.00/plant (9-inch-deep pot), OrganicHe-shou-wu . . . .Polygonum multiflorum(Ho-shou-wu, “Fo-ti” is a misnomer)Family: Buckwheat (Polygonaceae) Zones 7 to 12. Perennial vine, native to E Asia.. Vigorous climber giving birth tolarge, orange-brown, underground tubers(the part used). This is a longevity herb ofgreat renown.$10.00/vine, $28.50/3, $90.00/10, Organic

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Hopbush . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dodonea viscosa(Hop Bush, Hopseed Bush, Ake Ake)Zones 8 to 12. Evergreen shrub or smalltree to 15 feet with a wide distribution in thedrylands and tropics worldwide, includingthe deserts of the American SW. Plant usedto flavor beer and tonify the mucous mem-branes. Plant prefers a sunny, well-drainedsite and is perfectly drought-tolerant. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95

Horse Chestnut .Aesculus hippocastanum(Conker Tree) Zones 3 to 8. Native to the Balkans ofSoutheastern Europe. This is a sturdy decid-uous tree to 90 feet tall, magnificent, aspreading crown tipped by swollen buds thatshine with resin. An excellent choice for themature landscape. Containing alkaloidalsaponins and glycosides, the tincture of freshnuts is a low-dose botanical used for tonify-ing the blood vessels. The poultice of thefresh seeds treats thrombophlebitis and vari-cose veins. Sow these fresh seeds in deeppots or nursery bed in cool, moist shade. 3 seeds/pkt, $11.95$30.00/lb (~28 seeds), Organic$20.00/tree (quart size), $40.00/tree in a 9-inch-deep pot, OrganicJojoba . . . . . . . . . . .Simmondsia chinensis(Goat nut, Pig Nut, Coffeeberry) Zones 8 to 12. Perennial, evergreen, dioe-cious woody shrub native to the Sonoranand Mojave Deserts, growing to 6 feet talland preferring full sun and dry conditions.Excellent crop to grow on marginal lands.Can be grown in potted culture. Source of

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liquid wax known as vegetable whale oil.Protect from frost. Seeds germinate in 30 to60 days warm, fast-drazining-in the light.Plant trees 5 to 15 feet apart. 5 seeds/pkt, $4.95$11.10/10 g (~16 seeds)$44.00/10 g (~160 seeds)$158.00/pound (~726 seeds)$10.00/tree, OrganicMimosa . . . . . . . . . . . .Albizzia julibrissin(Silk Tree Mimosa, Persian Silk Tree,Collective Happiness Bark, He-huan-pin)Zones 6 to 9. Perennial tree to 30 feet,native to Asia. Flattened branches bearingfrilly flowers like plates of candy. Hawkmoths, looking like nocturnal hummingbirdsor fleeting fairies, flit about and sip fromprofuse nectaries hidden deep within theflowers. Traditional use (TCM) sedative,tonic, and antidepressant. 20 seeds/pkt $3.95$30.00/tree in a 9 inch pot, OrganicMulberry, White . . . . . . . . .Morus alba(Common Mulberry, Sang-zhi) Family: Moraceae (Mulberry of Fig)Zones 4 to 9. Deciduous tree to 60 feet talland half as wide, generally single-trunked,self-fertile, with inconspicuous flowers thatgive way to sweet, white fruits. Native toEast Asia and China, the tree yields edibleleaves and fruits, medicinal bark and a flexible, white wood that is durable, used formaking handles for tooks, also musicalinstruments, and sports equipment.Traditional usage (TCM): One of theChinese herbs that helps dispel wind-damp-ness, being antibacterial, antifungal.100 seeds/pkt $3.95New Jersey Tea . .Ceanothus americanus(Red Root)Family: Buckthorn (Rhamnaceae)Zones 4 to 8. Perennial woody shrub nativeto the eastern US and Canada. Extremelytough, drought-tolerant, and cold-hardy.Permaculture nitrogen-fixer and highlyrespected astringent and lymphatic. Showy,lilac-like flowers of white. This is the offi-cial species. Full sun to light shade. Dryishand/or depleted soils OK. Scarify, sow in fallor early spring. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95Nirgundi . . . . . . . . .see CHASTE TREEOcotillo . . . . . . . . .Fouquieria splendens(Candlewood, Couchwhip) Zones 10 to 12. Native to the SW, Baha, andMexico. The plant is like a barbed-wirewhip, blooming scarlet in early spring, a dis-play that drives hummingbirds wild! Freshbark of stem used for treating maladies ofthe pelvic zone: urinary infection, hemor-rhoids, and prostate problems. Ocotillo drainslymph. Plant prefers a sunny and dry desertenvironment. Germination starts in 5 days.Pot up to successively larger pots. 20 seeds/pkt $3.95

Oregon Grape, Dwarf Mahonia nervosaZones 5 to 9. Evergreen shrub or groundcover, native to coniferous understory ofcoastal western North America, with a disjunct population in Idaho. Shiny, com-pound, holly-like leaves bearing large clusters of purple berries in late summer. 20 seeds/pkt $5.95Oregon Grape, Tall .Mahonia aquifoliumZones 4 to 9. Woody perennial shrubsnative to the Pacific Northwest. Plant doeswell in full sun or on forest edge. Yellowflowers. To 7 feet tall. Space 4 feet apart. 20 seeds/pkt $5.95

Osage Orange Maclura pomifera(Bow-Wood, Hedgeapple) Family: Mulberry (Moraceae)Zones 4 to 10. Deciduous, dioecious tree to60 feet, perfectly cold hardy. Native tosouth-central North America. The brain-like, bright green fruit of this dense andthorny tree is said to repel spiders and otherinsects. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95$20.10/10 g (~250 seeds)Pagoda Tree . . . . . . . . .Sophora japonica(Scholar Tree, Huai-hua, Huai-mi))Family: Legume (Fabaceae)Hardy to Zones 4 to 7. Deciduous tree to 60feet tall, native to the dry plains of WesternChina. The weeping form and lustrous, pin-nate leaves that cast only a light shade, pro-ducing long clusters of fragrant, creamyblossoms. 20 seeds/pkt $4.95

Orange, Bitter . . . . . .Poncirus trifoliata(Hardy Orange, Trifoliate Orange) Zones 6 to 9. Thorny deciduous shrub to 9feet, native to China. Grows well in sun topart shade and does best in loose, sandysoils of medium moisture, being tolerant ofboth acidic and alkaline conditions. This isthe most cold-hardy of all fruit-bearing cit-rus trees. Traditional usage (TCM): driedpeels used as an aromatic, digestive bitter.Seeds may be sown in the fall for germina-tion in the spring. Pot up seedlings to suc-cessively larger pots. Unless spacing closelyfor an impenetrable hedge, space 15 feetapart. The thorns are magnificent. 5 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$15.00/tree, $40.00/3 tees, Organic

OREGON GRAPEFamily: Barberry (Berberidaceae)The stoloniferous roots are loaded withbright yellow berberine and the leaves contain unique flavonoids that enhance theantibacterial activity of the root. Oftenemployed for treating drinking water tomake it safe. Liver stimulant. Sow seeds infall for germination in the spring, or scarifylightly and store in fridge in moist mediumfor 30 to 60 days, then sow in cool, moistshade. Space plants 2 to 3 feet apart. Oregon Grape, Creeping Mahonia repensZones 4 to 8. Woody creeper. Plant prefersmoist, forest soils or garden in shade or dap-pled sunlight. Deep, rich soils are preferred,although marginal soils will be tolerated aslong as there is sufficient moisture. Flowersrich yellow.20 seeds/pkt $5.95

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Palm, Desert Fan . .Washingtonia filifera(Desert Fan Palm, California Fan Palm)Family: Palm (Araceae)Zones 9 to 12. Perennial, evergreen Palmnative to Southern California, the protectorof the proverbial desert oasis. 10 seeds/pkt $4.95$15.00/tree in a 9 inch pot, OrganicPencil Tree . . . . . . . . .Euphorbia tirucalli(Walking Stick, Mkalamu)Zones 9 to 12. Perennial succulent shrub tosmall tree, native to Africa. Do not put thelatex from these plants in your eyes.Otherwise, very entertaining show-plants. $10.00/tree, $28.50/3 trees, OrganicPersimmon, Wild Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Diospyros virginiana

(American Persimmon)Family: Ebony (Ebenaceae)Zones 4 to 8. Deciduous tree to 30 feet,native to the eastern USA. Smooth bark andcomely form. Small fruits are edible, verysweet once they soften. Wildlife favorite. Ihave germinated seeds gingerly extractedfrom raccoon scat, but this is not necessary.10 seeds/pkt $5.95, $45.00/100g (~170 seeds), Organic$20.00/tree in a 9-inch-deep pot, OrganicRock Rose, Tauric Cistus incanus tauricusFamily: Rock-rose (Cistaceae) Zones 7 to 11 Bushy evergreen perennialsubshrub, native to the Mediterranean basin,flowers showy, rose-purple, to 40 inches tall.Traditionally (TWM): dried aerial parts ofthe plant used in therapies against viralinfections and Lyme disease. The herbdemonstrates an ability to break downbiofilms. Plant prefers dry, sandy or rockysoils in the full sun. Press seeds into surfaceof potting soil and keep moist and cool untilgermination. Space plants 2 to 3 feet apart. 20 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic$7.50/plant, $19.95/3 plants, Organic

Sea Buckthorn . .Hippophae rhamnoidesFamily: Oleaster (Eleagnaceae)Zones 3 to 7. Dioecious, spiny shrub tosmall tree. Native to temperate Europe andAsia. Bears handsome, silvery leaves, andyields copious quantities of bright orangefruits that remain long among the thorns.The fruit juice is loaded with vitamins,amino acids, and antioxidants. Oil of seedsis an unparalleled sunblock. Plant prefersfull sun. Scarify seed and sow warm. 20 seeds/pkt $4.95$8.00/g (~180 seeds),$18.55/5 g (~900 seeds)$34.10/10 g (~1,800 seeds)Southernwood . . . .Artemisia abrotanumZones 4 to 10. Woody shrub, native to theMediterranean. Lemon-scented moth-repel-lent and bitter tonic. Plant prefers full sunand well-drained soils.$10.00/plant, $28.50/3, $90.00/10 OrganicSpice Bush . . . . . . . . . . . .Lindera benzoinFamily: Laurel (Lauraceae)Zones 4 to 9. Perennial deciduous bush to12 feet. Native to Appalachia. Shrub bearsglossy, green leaves and waxy, spicy-smelling crimson berries. The bark andsmall twigs make an aromatic tea used forcolds. Plant prefers part shade and moist,rich, loamy soils. $20.00/bush, 9 inch deep pot, OrganicSumac, Staghorn . . . . . . . .Rhus typhina(Stag’s Horn Sumac, Velvet Sumach)Family: Anacardiaceae (Sumac or Cashew)Perennial dioecious bush to small tree,native to the Eastern and Central USA, flow-ering in showy red-orange spikes to a heightof 15 feet. Makes masses of green-whiteflowers that are a significant source of nec-tar for honeybees. The leaves turn crimsonin autumn. Sumac is tolerant of cold, highwinds and poor soils—an excellent choicefor the shelterbelt. 50 seeds/pkt $3.95Sweet Gum Tree, American . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Liquidambar styracifulaFamily: Witch Hazel (Hamamelidaceae) Zones 5 to 9. Deciduous tree to 80 feet tall,erect and columnar, native to SEUSA. Thepalmate, 5-pointed leaves turn lovely colorsin the fall. Tree prefers moist, fertile ground.100 seeds/pkt $4.95Tamarind “Mkwaju” .Tamarindus indicusFamily: Legume (Fabaceae)Tropical hardwood. Protect from frost.Stately tree that bears the fruity pods, sweet-sour, a stomachic, culinary and beverageingredient. The pulp of the pods is high inpectin and used as a food stabilizer and high-ly significant food on the African conti-nent—good source of niacin, calcium, phos-phorous, iron, and riboflavin. Tree prefersfull sun and dry to mesic soils. May be keptindoors as a sturdy potted plant. Nick seedwith blade until endosperm is exposed, soakover-night,sow in warm, well-drained soil. 7 seeds/pkt $4.95

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Tobacco, Tree . . . . . . . .Nicotiana glaucaZones 8 to 12. Woody perennial to 9 feet tall,native to Argentina and Bolivia. Sometimesacts like an herbaceous perennial if knockedback by frost. The bright-yellow, long-tubedflowers are like blaring trumpets. The curedleaf is smokable, but strong, very rich inanabasine and low in nicotine. Some peopleuse it to wean themselves from nicotineaddiction. Leaves poulticed to heal wounds,skin infections, and to kill subcutaneouslarva of the botfly. 100 seeds/pkt $4.95$10.00/tree, OrganicUva Ursi . . . . . .Arctostaphylos uva-ursi(Bearberry, Kinnickinick)Family: Heath (Ericaceae)Zones 4 to 8. Spreading perennial evergreenground cover. Circumpolar. Drought-toler-ant, glossy-leaved creeper bearing globular,sweet, red berries. Smokeable. Tea or tincturetreats mild urinary infections. Plant prefersacidic soils, full sun. Scarify vigorously.Fire-dependent germinator or multicyclegerminator. Sow in fall, spring, or summer.Space plants 2 feet apart. 30 seeds/pkt $3.95Walnut, Black . . . . . . . . . .Juglans nigraFamily: Walnut (Juglandaceae)<<NEW FOR 2022>>Zones 4 to 9. Deciduous tree native toCentral, Eastern and Southern states andCanada, a prized hardwood growing to 75feet tall. Traditional use of green husk(TNAM, TWM): antifungal, antiparasitic.Black dye plant. Produces large, edible nuts.Wood highly prized for furniture making,musical instruments and turnery. The treesecretes juglone into the soil and may affectthe growth of other plants within its dripline.Plant prefers rich, moist soils in the sun topart shade. Space 20 feet apart.$20.00/tree in a 9-inch-deep pot, Organic

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WILLOWFamily: Willow (Salicaceae) Deciduous trees with lance-shaped leaves,best in high water table areas or streamside.Basketry, horticulture, and medicine—a multipurpose tree for the times.

Willow, Golden . .Salix albo var. vitellina<<NEW FOR 2022>>Zones 2 to 9. Showy weeping tree for theherbalscape, growing to 75 feet, native toEurasia. Source of pain-relieving salicin aswell as growth hormones that can assist inseed germination and starting plants fromcuttings. Space trees 60 feet apart. $20.00/tree in a 9-inch-deep pot, OrganicWillow, Purple . . . . . . . . .Salix purpurea(Purple Willow, Purple Osier)Zones 3 to 10. Deciduous tree to 16 feet,native to Europe, Asia, and Japan. Thisdwarf Weeping Willow has purple-huedleaves and among all the Willow speciesdoes contain the highest content of pain-relieving salicylic acid in its bark. Plantprefers sun and moist roots and is not partic-ular about soil—will grow in clay. Thesecan be trained to hanging baskets or plantedin the permaculture landscape. They make anice streamside willow that stays relativelyshort and bushy. Space at least 5 feet apart.$20.00/tree in a 9-inch-deep pot, Organic

WISTERIAFamily: Legume (Fabaceae)Zones 5 to 9. Long-lived, deciduous,woody, nitrogen-fixing vines that producegrape-like, hanging clusters of fragrantflowers in spring. Pleasant shade for gaze-bos, pergalas and portals. Nick seed andplant 1/2 inch deep in a pot of soil. Keepwarm. Grow out for a year before trans-planting to landscape. Trellis. Do not eatthe seeds.Wisteria, Chinese Blue .Wisteria sinensis(Zi-teng) Blue-flowered, gorgeous. 5 seeds/pkt $3.95Wisteria, Japanese . .Wisteria floribundaRich, purple flowers, showy and fragrant. 5 seeds/pkt $3.95

Witch Hazel, OzarkHamamelis vernalisFamily: Witch Hazel (Hamamelidaceae)Zones 3 to 8. Perennial shrub or small treeto 15 feet. Native to the Ozarks. Preferssandy or rocky soil, some shade to full sun.Winter-flowering. These are tough sur-vivors on the landscape, wood flexible anduseful for tool handles, basketry, and craft-ing. Astringent leaves and bark are classicin herbalism—anodyne, wound healing,astringent. Give 30 days moist refrigerationand then sow in pots. Germ in 30 to 90 days.20 seeds/pkt $4.95

TREES, SHRUBS & WOODY VINES

YUCCAFamily: Agave (Agavaceae)Bold rosettes of spiny-tipped, fat, leatheryand succulent leaves give occasional rise toshowy flowering spikes. These are anexcellent choice for greenhouse, potted cul-ture, or landscape. Full sun. Seeds are bestlaid on surface of potting soil and coveredwith 1/4 inch of sand. Keep warm and even-ly moist. Germ in 7 to 10 days.Yucca, Banana . . . . . . . . .Yucca baccata(Broadleaf Yucca, Blue Yucca)Zones 6 to 9. Native to the American SW.Pointy-leaved monocot. The flowers are fatplumes of goldish white, giving way to largeseed heads. Anti-arthiritic. 20 seeds/pkt $4.95$15.00/plant, OrganicYucca, Common . . . . .Yucca filamentosa(Adam’s Needle, Spanish Bayonet)Zones 4 to 10. Evergreen, fibrous-leavedsucculent native to the American SE. Largespires of cream-colored flowers. Leavesused for making rope, roots for soap, diluteboiled juice speeds growth of other plants. 20 seeds/pkt $3.95Yucca, Joshua Tree . . . .Yucca brevifoliaHardy to Zones 6 to 12, native to MojaveDesert, California. Individual trees dated toover 1,000 years old. A striking curiosity,potted plant or desert landscape. These test-ed to 90% germ in 7 days.10 seeds/pkt $4.95$20.00/tree, Organic

Yucca, Red . . . . . .Hesperaloe parviflora(Red-flowered Yucca, Texas Red Yucca)Zones 5 to 11. Native to Texas, New Mexicoand Mexico. Pointy-leaved monocot. Theflowers are fat plumes of goldish white, giv-ing way to large seed heads. Anti-arthiritic. 20 seeds/pk $3.95$15.00/plant, $40.00/3, OrganicYucca, Soap Tree . . . . . . . . . .Yucca elataZones 9 to 11. Native to the ChihuahuanDesert. A fountain of narrow leaves to 4 feetproduces multiple hummingbird-friendlyflowering stalks, flowers tubular and brightred, to 6 feet. Producer of strong, resilient,and non-toxic fibers used in filtration, teabags.20 seeds/pkt $3.95Yucca, Soapweed . . . . . . . .Yucca glauca(Narrowleaf Yucca)Zones 4 to 10. Pointy-leaved monocot nativeto the rocky mountains and flowering to 5 feettall. Drought-tolerant, northern hardy, and isnot consumed by buffalo. Tea of root makes afine hair wash and is considered a cure forbaldness. Space plants 3 feet apart.20 seeds/pkt $3.95Yucca, Torrey’s . . . . . . . . . .Yucca torreyi(Old Shag, Palma) Zones 5 to 10. Tree Yucca to 10 feet or more,developing in time a branched trunk, extreme-ly cold- and drought-hardy. Native to Texas,New Mexico, and Mexico, the plant produceslarge, waxy, bell-shaped, purple-tinged flowers that give way to edible, pulpy fruits. 10 seeds/pkt $3.95

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