Ashwagandha, Organic
$3.75
$4.00
The Living Seed Company - (Withania somnifera) Ashwagandha is nicknamed the king of herbs, while Tulsi is known as the Queen of herbs. These herbs are often used together. Aswagandha works with Tulsi to support healthy responses to stress responses, immunity, sooth insomnia. The root is the most often used part of this plant and it can be used in your garden alongside other plants as it small shrub in mild climates, and has green berries that mature to red.
Characteristics:
Organic
Hardy Perennial
Plants grow to 36-48 inches tall
100 days
20 Seeds
Instructions -Start indoors 8 weeks before your last frost. Heat mats are helpful as the soil likes to be at 75 degrees for germination, along with a seed tray cover to trap humidity.
Germination 14-21 days
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Borage, Organic
$3.75
$4.00
This beautiful herb, common in European cuisine, has cucumber flavored leaves and stunning delicate flowers. Use young leaves salads, sauteed or made into a refreshing drink. We plant this at the end of rows in our vegetable garden to attract pollinators.
With edible flowers it is also used as a garnish borage and boasts many medicinal properties. This beautiful annual grows to 2 - 3 ' tall and easily self seeds. We plant it at the end of our rows in the vegetable garden to attract pollinators and provide cover for beneficial insects.
Organic
Annual plants grow to 2' feet tall
30 Seeds
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after last frost.
Direct Seed 1/2" Deep and 1" apart
Germination 7-14 days
Thin 12" apart
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Calendula Mixture Flower
$3.45
$3.95
The Seed Savers Exchange - (Calendula officinalis) The spectacular colors and the array of petal formations in this flower mix make it a great choice for borders and mass plantings. This annual’s edible flowers—the petals are tangy and sweet—are also good for cutting and arranging. This European native has been used for thousands of years in creams to soothe irritated skin and resolve other inflammatory problems. Self-sowing hardy annual, 20-24" tall.
Spectacular mix of colors and petal formations
Self-sowing, hardy annual
Plants grow to 20-24 inches tall
Blossoms are edible
Great for container gardens
250 Seeds
Instructions: Sow seeds indoors 1/4" deep. Transplant outdoors after the last frost. Can also be directly sown outdoors after the last frost. Prefers light well-drained soil and will tolerate dry conditions. Good cut flower. Calendula petals are edible and have a tangy slightly sweet flavor.
Start Indoors: 6-8 weeks before the last frost
Germination: 5-15 Days
Plant Outdoors: 6-18” Apart
Light: Sun/Partial Shade
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Feverfew Herb, Ancient Heirloom, Organic
$3.25
$3.75
A small herb with tiny daisy like blossoms. Annual, but if clipped back before seeding it will come back every year as a perennial, Feverfew is naturalized across many states, and can become aggressive so use caution (Chrysanthemum parthenium).
Characteristics:
Annual plants grow to 20 inches tall
Daisy like flowers
~800 Seeds per packet, .1 grams
Instructions - Plant seeds outdoors after the last frost. Will self seed profusely. Prefers average soil.
Direct Seed: Sow on the ground as it needs light to germinate
Germination: 14 Days
Thin: 15" Apart
Light: Full Sun
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German Chamomile
$3.45
$3.95
Currently stocking organic and conventional. See our Organic Chamomile for our organic options. The Seed Savers Exchange - Native to Europe, Africa, and Asia, chamomile has foliage and flowers with such a pleasant fragrance that for centuries these plants have been allowed to self-sow along the edges of paths and walkways where their fragrance can be enjoyed. This herb’s graceful plants are 12-20" tall with endless masses of 1" attractive, daisy-like flowers that can be used to make tea. Annual.
Characteristics:
Conce too Al
Annual plant
Plants grow to 12-20 inches tall
Fragrant, daisy-like flowers grow to 1 inch
250 Seeds
Instructions - Instructions - Sow seeds indoors on the surface of the soil. Transplant outdoors in early spring just before the last frost. Chamomile prefers well-drained sandy soil and self-sows freely.
Sow 8-10 weeks before the last frost
Germination 7-14 days
Plant 8" apart
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German Chamomile, Organic
$3.75
$4.00
The Living Seed Company - Native to Europe, Africa, and Asia, chamomile has foliage and flowers with such a pleasant fragrance that for centuries these plants have been allowed to self-sow along the edges of paths and walkways where their fragrance can be enjoyed. This herb’s graceful plants are 12-20" tall with endless masses of 1" attractive, daisy-like flowers that can be used to make tea. Annual.
Characteristics:
Organic or conventional
Annual plant
Plants grow to 12-20 inches tall
Fragrant, daisy-like flowers grow to 1 inch
100 Seeds
Instructions - Instructions - Sow seeds indoors on the surface of the soil. Transplant outdoors in early spring just before the last frost. Chamomile prefers well-drained sandy soil and self-sows freely.
Sow 8-10 weeks before the last frost
Germination 7-14 days
Plant 8" apart
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Ivory Princess Calendula Flower
$3.45
$3.95
Seedsaver Exchange - Ivory Princess Calendula Flower Seeds - This calendula’s elegant look and refined color complement any selection of flowers, herbs, and vegetables. Easy-to-grow plants typically reach 18-24" tall and produce abundant, edible blooms of cream-colored petals that surround a dark-red center base. Flowers bloom from late spring to autumn; their tangy-tasting petals can be used fresh or dried in soups, baked goods, and salads. Like other calendula varieties, ‘Ivory Princess’ attracts beneficial insects and pollinators and repels unwanted pests. Annual. 60 days.
Self-seeding, hardy annual
Plants grow to 18-24 inches tall
Blossoms are edible
Great for container growing
250 Seeds
Instructions: Sow seeds indoors 1/4" deep. Transplant outdoors after the last frost. Can also be directly sown outdoors after the last frost. Prefers light well-drained soil and will tolerate dry conditions. Good cut flower. Calendula petals are edible and have a tangy slightly sweet flavor.
Start Indoors: 6-8 weeks before the last frost
Germination: 5-15 Days
Plant Outdoors: 6-18” Apart
Light: Sun/Partial Shade
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Lemon Balm, Organic
$3.75
$4.00
The Living Seed Company - (Melissa officinales) A lovely soothing and potent herb known for imparting a lemon/citrus-scent and flavor. Orignally from the Mediterranean and Asia, this versatile perennial has been used since ancient times for its culinary and medicinal properties.
Melissa (part of its Latin name) comes from the greek word for honeybee and has been associated with power and even immortaltity. Can be used fresh or dry in teas, baths, tonics, and even as insect repellent. Naturally, lemon balm attracts bees.
Characteristics:
Organic
Grown as an annual or tender perennial in warm climates
Plants grow to 18-24 inches tall
70 days
50 Seeds
Instructions - Sow seeds inside 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Transplant 18" apart.
Plant Seed 1/8" deep
Germination 7-21 days
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Marshmallow, Organic
$3.75
$4.00
The Living Seed Company - (Althaea officinales) Famously known for its roots creating the popular confection, marshmallow, this beautiful perennial has been used since ancient time for its medicinal and culinary properties. its roots create a creamy mucilaginous liquid that can be made into a myriad of different preparations. Every part is edible - root, stem, and flower. The botanical name stems from the Greek word Altho which means to cure. The flower does attract pollinators.
Characteristics:
Organic
Hardy Perennial
Plants grow to 36-60 inches tall
50 days
50 Seeds
Instructions -Must be cold stratified or sow outside in fall for mild climates and in early spring elsewhere. Sow 1/4" deep.
Thin plants to 24"
Germination 14-21 days
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Narrow-leaf Coneflower - Prairie Native, Echinacea angustifolia
from $3.00
$3.75
Narrow-leaf Coneflower - This coneflower is a powerhouse herb and flower used by Native Americans. Of all the echinaceas, this one was used the most extensively and had the most northern of ranges extending into the Dakotas and throughout most of the Midwest and Central Plains. They all love well drained soil but Narrow-leaf Coneflower is probably the variety that thrives in drier conditions. It is beloved by beneficials and this variety is used most medicinally. Will tolerate clay soils. Plants reach 3-4' tall. Perennial. Hardy to zone 4. It is also known as Blacksamson echinacea as well. It is a host plant for the Ottoe's Skipper which is a threatened speccies.
Botanical Name: Echinacea angustifolia
Characteristics:
Perennial and hardy to zone 4
One of the very best for attracting butterflies and birds
Plants grow to 3-4 feet tall
Light purple flowers with very narrow petals.
Tolerates clay soils
1/4 gram or ~50 Seeds per packet
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors just before last frost. Can also be started indoors and set out as small plants. Seeds can be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before planting. Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Purple Coneflower does not like to be transplanted as it develops a taproot that allows it to be very drought tolerant.
Alternatively
Start Indoors - 8-10 weeks before the last frost.
Sow 1/2" deep
Germination 10-20days
Thin 18-24" apart
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Neon Calendula Flower
$3.45
$3.95
Seedsaver Exchange - Neon Calendula Flower Seeds - This flower’s brilliant, red-orange blossoms command attention no matter where they’re grown. Easy-to-grow plants typically reach 18-24" tall and produce abundant (and edible!) blooms from late spring to autumn. Like other calendula varieties, this hardworking flower works well in companion plantings as it attracts beneficial insects and pollinators even as it repels unwanted pests, including tomato worms and nematodes. Annual. 60 days.
Self-seeding, hardy annual
Plants grow to 18-24 inches tall
Blossoms are edible
Great for container growing
250 Seeds
Instructions: Sow seeds indoors 1/4" deep. Transplant outdoors after the last frost. Can also be directly sown outdoors after the last frost. Prefers light well-drained soil and will tolerate dry conditions. Good cut flower. Calendula petals are edible and have a tangy slightly sweet flavor.
Start Indoors: 6-8 weeks before the last frost
Germination: 5-15 Days
Plant Outdoors: 6-18” Apart
Light: Sun/Partial Shade
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Orange Resina Calendula - Calendula officinalis, Organic
$3.75
$4.00
The Living Seed Company -The orange resina calendula is the most medicinal and sought after. A Native to Southern Europe. Calendula quickly naturalizes. Calendula will bring sunshine to your winter garden. The edibles petals are sweet and tangy.
Easy to grow and propagate. Commonly used in skin care, reducing inflammation, controlling bleeding, and healing damaged or irritated tissue.
Organic
Medicinal
Cut flower
Annual plants grow to 18" inches tall
50 Seeds
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors 1/4" deep. Transplant after last frost. Can also be directly sown outdoors after the last frost. Plant light well-drained soil
Germination 7-14 days
Plant 6-12" apart
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Organic Herbal Roots Collection, Organic
$11.25
$12.00
Our Organic Herbal Roots Collection the three most popular herbal roots from our collections: Ashwagandha, Echinacea, and Marshmallow. The collection comes in a glassine envelope with namesake card for easy gift giving and all instructions are on each seed packet.
It includes one seed packet of each of the following: The botanical names are included below
Organic Ashwagandha - Withania Somnifere
Organic Echinacea - Echinacea purpurea
Organic Marshmallow - Althaea officinalis
Organic Herbal and Medicinal Tea Collection, Organic
$11.25
$12.00
Our Herbal and Medicinal Tea Collection includes some of our most popular herbs and flowers, specifically for making tea. Making tea from your own garden, worked by your hands is a treat. Many types of herbs and flowers can be used. This collection includes the most popular. The collection comes in a glassine envelope with picture below for easy gift giving.
It includes one seed packet of each of the following: The botanical names are included below
Organic German Chamomile - Matricaria recutita
Organic Tulsi (Holy Basil) - Ocimum gratissimum
Organic Orange Resina Calendula - Calendula officinalis
Pacific Beauty Calendula, Organic
$3.25
$3.55
A bright medley of single and double orange, gold, yellow and cream-colored flowers.
Well-branched plants with tall, straight stems great for cutting, with continuous blooms all summer. Fresh petals are beautiful in salads and as cake decorations. Also known as pot marigold.
Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated
Short Season
12-24" tall
Annual
60 days
1/32 oz approx.
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors 1/4" deep. Transplant after last frost. Can also be directly sown outdoors after the last frost. Plant light well-drained soil
Germination 7-14 days
Plant 6-12" apart
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