Herb Plants Vegetable Plants For Sale In Cambridge

Slow to germinate. Pretty rock garden plant with masses of purple flowers appearing early in spring. Valuable in correcting membrane disorders of the respiratory and digestive passages.

Used by the Montana Indians as a general tonic, to restore hair, and as a dermatological aid. (Blue sage) Native of the Sierra Nevada and area north to Canada. Strongly aromatic.

Does well in containers, producing an early crop of figs as soon as growth starts in spring. This variety from the Louisiana State University breeding program is one of the best varieties available.

And then to this was added lots of butter and maybe, just maybe a touch of fresh garlic. In Jim Westerfield's words: “We always served this neat hybrid in our gourmet restaurant as a side dish.

This unusual chile is actually quite edible and hot. (Penis pepper) An heirloom pepper that undeniably looks like an uncircumcised penis. 10,000-23,000 Scoville units. It is perhaps not for everybody, but if you are growing this in your garden for all...

Centennial has a dense compact cone that is medium in size, and has good harvesting, drying and baling characteristics. The high lupulin gives it a nice dark yellow color. Also used in landscapes because of its dark green foliage and habit.

It is a compact plant that does well in containers and where space is limited. Known as the "sugar fig", this is one of the best varieties for drying and for preserves. Cold tolerant, early ripening variety.

Vigorous habit. Good rose scent. Deeply cut leaves.

Woodland native, 30-90cm/1-3ft. American Indians used the root for upset stomach, excessive menstruation, general debility, lung problems, cough, insomnia, and as a laxative. Has also been used for rheumatism, arthritis and skin irritations.

Choice addition to any rosemary collection. Attractive narrow-leaf form with light purple flowers. Graceful branching habit densely covered with strongly scented leaves.

Variety known and used for centuries. Purple, rose or white flowers.

Delicious in tea, by itself or blended with other herbs, for everyday enjoyment. (Indian mint) Trailing mint-scented plant; excellent in hanging baskets, windowboxes and as a fragrant ground cover.

Oak leaf-shaped leaves., purple veins. Prostrate habit; fine for hanging baskets.

Quite unlike other thymes, this favourite of tropical America has large fleshy leaves. A keynote flavour in Jamaican cuisine.

The juice is also used internally for ulcers. The famous healing plant. Grow indoors in good light. Fresh leaves can be split and gel applied to treat minor burns, sunburn, wrinkles, insect bites, minor cuts, scratches, and skin irritations.

Great way to introduce friends and family to really sumptuous eating, featuring fresh herbs from the garden. Included in the Richters collection are many of the favourites: Lemon Balm, Bay Laurel, Chives, Lavender, Lovage, Greek Oregano, Rosemary, Sage,...

Important medicinal uses, both internally and externally. Strong flavour. Source of Japanese menthol, used to flavour candies, drinks, etc.

Stunning effect of masses of mauve flowers set against gray-green leaves edged with creamy yellow margins. It casts quite a spell! Perfect for containers, as edging, and in rock gardens.

In bloom from late spring until frost, it is a perpetual magnet for bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. (Tarahumara indian sage) Leaves and seeds are used medicinally by the Tarahumara Indians of Mexico.

Grow in sunniest window or greenhouse and provide support of trellis. Unusual vine bearing spectacular star-like lavender flowers. Slow to germinate. Used as table fruit and in sherbet, jam, and beverages.

It grows well in pots and will bloom for months with showy bright pink or red flowers. The roots or bark are used to treat venereal disease, skin diseases, and to kill lice and other skin parasites.

If you have turned your nose up to sage in the past, this cultivar may change your mind. A superior selection for commercial field production. Leaves are smaller and have a whiter appearance compared to standard garden sage.

Flowers are long lasting. Outstanding compact lavender for edging, mass plantings, rock gardens and patio planters. Ht. 25-30cm/10-12". Flowers the first season from seeds if started early.

But whatever your nose makes of this mint, you will likely find yourself reminiscing of the past, of happy summers, and of roasting marshmallows around the campfire! The scent is a swirl of different notes but marshmallow always seems to rise to the top.

Germination is difficult; usually slow and sporatic. Source of atropine, valuable in treating eye diseases and spasms. Stratification at 5°C/40°F for 4-12 weeks or gibberrelic acid pre-treatment is reported to speed germination.

Berries are borne on large clusters that are easy to harvest. (Elderberry) Variety released by the New York Agriculture Experiment Station in 1926 and is still widely grown by commercial growers.

Excessive doses can cause severe depression. (Indian tobacco) In small doses lobelia acts as a stimulant, especially on the respiratory system. In larger doses it acts as a nerve depressant, and is useful for asthma and whooping cough.