Edible Leaf Plant Perennial Plant For Sale In Santa Ana

The light blue flowers are also used as a colouring in foods. They will store for up to 21 days at 10°c with a relative humidity of 90%. Slightly sweet, it contains 20% or more protein, which is about 12 times that of potatoes.

* The leaves contain 'stevioside', a substance that is 300 times sweeter than sucrose. * Other reports say that they contain 'estevin' a substance that, weight for weight, is 150 times sweeter than sugar.

* The root is boiled and eaten like salsify. Fleshy, sweet and succulent. Wholesome and nutritious.A peppery taste. The taste somewhat resembles salsify or parsnips. * Oenothera biennis ( Common evening primrose or Evening star ) is a species of Oenothera...

* Umbellularia californica is a large tree native to coastal forests of California and slightly extended into Oregon .

Chicory leaves are very bitter, making it a good digestive stimulant and tonic, and a gentle laxative even for children. The root is said to be an ideal food for diabetics because of its inulin content.

A tea made from the leaves has traditionally been used as a cleansing tonic and blood purifier so the plant is often used in the treatment of hay fever, arthritis, anaemia etc. * Nettles are the exclusive larval food plant for several species of butterflies,...

* Requires a well-drained sandy soil and a sunny position. * The leaves are used for flavouring rice dumplings. Established plants are drought tolerant.

Superb in containers, borders, and drift beds. Exceptional color in the common periwinkle. Broad bands of golden yellow leaves are edged deep green, illuminating shady spots in the garden.

The leaves are also an important ingredient in Taiwanese oyster omelettes and, when young, are used along with stems to flavor soup and stir-fry. * Glebionis coronaria is used as a leaf vegetable.

* Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) is a flowering plant species in the carrot family. * Fennel is used as a flavoring in some natural toothpastes. In many gardens it self sows freely. The plants are very tolerant of disturbance, we have found divisions to...

Their addition to the diet aids the digestion and so they are often used in small quantities as a flavouring, especially with fatty foods. * Artemisia vulgaris ( mugwort or common wormwood ) is one of several species in the genus Artemisia which have...

For a rain garden. Extremely hardy plants. Deer resistant. Flame grass provides outstanding foliage year-round and makes a dramatic addition to your landscape. Plant 15-24'' apart.

Rocketman produces very aromatic foliage, on strong stems each topped with large, lavender-blue flowers beginning to bloom in mid-summer and lasting through October. We selected this Russian sage because of its strong stems and neat, upright habit.

* Malvus sylvestris is a spreading herb , who is an annual in North Africa , biennial in the Mediterranean and a perennial elsewhere . A pleasant mild flavour, with a similar texture to the leaves, they make a pleasant and pretty addition to the salad...

* The leaves and flower heads contain an analgesic agent spilanthol used to numb toothache. * These curiosities are well worth growing, if only for the conversation factor! * The buds are known as "buzz buttons", "Szechuan buttons", "sansho buttons",...

Highly variegated leaves have pink blush on new growth and in cool weather. Deer resistant and for a rain garden. A very striking plant that has enjoyed great popularity. Grows 24'' wide.

Attractive foliage with multiple blooms on each stem; sure to complement your home landscape and bouquets. Year after year, bearded iris explode into spectacular color and unmatched beauty.

Creepin g Phlox does well in most average garden soils, but is considered to be fairly drought tolerant once well-established. Easy and hardy. It will handle full sun in cooler summer climates but will likely need afternoon shade in hot summer climates.

* Oregano is an important flavouring herb in Mediterranean cookery,and is often used dried rather than fresh. * A variable species found in dry soil and full sun from Europe to China; stems to 3' with purple bracts and very attractive purple, pink, or...

Orange Cestrum can be grown as a container plant where not hardy but regular pruning may be required to keep this tropical shrub in bounds. Huge clusters of 1-1/2" tubular orange-yellow flowers are borne profusely throughout summer and fall on this vigorous...

This charming variety of trillium has yellow, lemon-scented flowers. One of the loveliest flowers for growing in your shade garden or in a wooded area. Vivid yellow 2-3'' flowers with attractive mottled foliage.

Grows 36" tall. Fiesta Fall is a late blooming iris with a warm combination of amber and yeallow.

* Umbellularia californica is a large tree native to coastal forests of California and slightly extended into Oregon .

* Penthorum sedoides is widely distributed in the United States and Canada. The plant is noted for its effectiveness in treating catarrhal problems of many kinds and has also been used successfully in treating diarrhoea, haemorrhoids and infantile cholera.

Includes 2 each of Red Savona, White Padre, Orange Padre, Pink Padre and Yellow Padre mums.

Color-mad perennial groundcover rolls out a carpet of large, high-definition-color purple blooms on floriferous spikes. A favorite with birds, bees, and insects. Flowering like crazy late spring into mid-fall, ‘Santos Purple's 12” spreading plants...

An excellent choice for deciduous shade or partially shaded areas with average moisture. Very similar to the Louisiana Blue Phlox, Phlox divaricata , but has a shorter stature and is considered to be a better choice for colder winter climates.