Biennial Plant Herbaceous Plant For Sale In Gainesville

Cultivated forms often show flowers completely surrounding the central spike, in contrast to the wild form, where the flowers only appear on one side. * Digitalis purpurea is an herbaceous biennial or short-lived perennial plant.

They were first described by botanists in 1759. * The seed is very agreeable to the taste. The wild species blooms in white or yellow, and is hardy from USDA Zones 3a-10b. It contains some opium.

* Dianthus barbatus ( Sweet William ) is a species of Dianthus native to the mountains of southern Europe from the Pyrenees east to the Carpathians and the Balkans , with a variety disjunct in northeastern China , Korea , and southeastern most Russia...

* 2 1/2" deep purple flowers on a plant that resembles a small hollyhock; likes full sun; biennial or perennial; native to Europe, north Africa, and northwest China. A pleasant mild flavour, with a similar texture to the leaves, they make a pleasant and...

They were first described by botanists in 1759. * The seed is very agreeable to the taste. The wild species blooms in white or yellow, and is hardy from USDA Zones 3a-10b. It contains some opium.

Fleshy, sweet and succulent. The taste somewhat resembles salsify or parsnips. * Oenothera biennis ( Common evening primrose or Evening star ) is a species of Oenothera native to eastern and central North America , from Newfoundland west to Alberta ,...

Plants are not very cold-tolerant, but they can beoverwintered outdoors in areas where winter temperatures do not fall below about -5°c. * Succeeds in a fertile well-drained soil in a sunny position.

* These are the sweet white onions famous raw on hamburgers and salads. 110 days to harvest. * Generally grown as an annual to produce desired onions for eating. Great for slicing and fresh eating! * Also make very good fried onion rings and can be used...

The species name campestre means "of the fields". * Trifolium campestre , commonly known as Hop Trefoil and Low Hop Clover , is a species of clover native to Europe and western Asia , growing in most areas, but specifically thriving on dry, sandy grassland...

The species name campestre means "of the fields". * Trifolium campestre , commonly known as Hop Trefoil and Low Hop Clover , is a species of clover native to Europe and western Asia , growing in most areas, but specifically thriving on dry, sandy grassland...

It produces edible quality canola oil and exhibits improve winter survival in Great Plains conditions. * Wichita Canola Rape was developed by the Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station 1n 1999.

* The seed is used as a flavouring in liqueurs such as Chartreuse. A tea can be made from the leaves, seed or roots. They are also used to sweeten tart fruits. A liquorice-like flavour, they can be used as a flavouring in mixed salads.

* Luffa aegyptiaca is a species of Luffa . Young fruit can be eaten as a vegetable while ripe fruits can be use to make bath sponges. They may also be grown as an ornamental plant .

Most parsnip cultivars consist of about 80% water, 5% sugar, 1% protein, 0.3% fat and 5% dietary fiber. * The parsnip is native to Eurasia. * Seed - sow from late winter to late spring in situ.

* Purple Top White Globe Turnip is an outstanding Heirloom variety. * The tops can also be eaten when young as greens or in soups. * This is a very easy to grow and rewarding vegetable.

It is pollinated by evening flying insects and provides seed as food for finches in the winter. It is considered a noxious weed in the state of Washington and seems to be tolerated most others.

* The plant self-sows freely and should not need much encouragement. Each has an elaiosome , which attracts ants to disperse the seeds ( myrmecochory ). * It is considered an aggressive invasive plant in natural areas (both woods and fields).

Temperatures of 20–30 °C (68–86 °F) are best for adequate growth; an atmospheric humidity of 80 to 85% and soil without a high level of nitrogen are also optimal. * All parts of the plant contain nicotine, this has been extracted and used as an...

Depending upon the region, it is also referred to as the Japanese bellflower , common balloon flower , or balloon flower . In Korea, white flowers are more common. * Platycodon grandiflorus is a species of perennial flowering plant of the family Campanulaceae...

* This plant is an anti-infective herb that lowers fevers and reduces pain. * The common name of bugbane is in reference to the odoriferous insect repellant properties of this plant.

* The flowers are purple, borne in summer. * Astilbe chinensis is a herbaceous plant with alternate, pinnately compound leaves, on thin stems.

* Something like a 6" wide daisy, with this difference: it is stemless, growing prostrate on the ground; blooms in May or June; coarse, deeply lobed leaves; likes a scree soil; a rock garden plant or curiosity native to the Mediterranean.

It is perhaps best known for its use as a hair tonic whilst the root is also taken internally as a treatment for non-malignant swollen glands and especially for mastitis. * It is said to be of great use when applied externally to stimulate hair growth...

It is widespread and common in the more southerly mountain ranges of Europe, but is rarer in the north. * Mountain cornflower is seldom used in modern herbalism, though it does still have a reputation in parts of Europe as a wash for tired eyes.

* A good ground cover plant, succeeding in dense shade but rather slow to spread. * Heart-shaped shiny dark green leaves with prominent veins, 9" x 5"; dark violet flowers in August; a 2' mound, flowers to almost 3'; native to China.

* In general, gentians require a moist well-drained soil in a sheltered position, a certain minimum of atmospheric humidity, high light intensity but a site where temperatures are not too high.

Delphinium consolida ) is an annual plant in the Buttercup family Ranunculaceae . * A strong tincture of the fresh seed is used externally to kill lice and nits in the head and pubic hair.It is also effective against aphids and thrips.