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Horizon HerbsCatalog Srping 2012
Horizon HerbsCatalog Srping 2012
2012 Catalog
Seeds of Medicine
Seeds of Sustenance
Self Heal
(Heal-All)
Prunella vulgaris
CATALOG CONTENTS
Dear Seeders Letter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 1
Terms of Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 2
New Seeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 3
Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 3
Herb Pharm Herbal Extracts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 4
Tincture Presses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 5
Bookstore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pages 68
Adventures in Zanzibar DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .pages 6
The Medicinal Herb Growervol. 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 7
Making Plant Medicine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 7
Tincture Calculator Computer Software Program . . . . . . . . .page 8
Seed Cleaning Screens & Tags for Plants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 9
Neem Oil Soap, Sweetgrass Braids, Palo Santo . . . . . . . . . . . .page 9
Dried Herbs, Spices, Triphala . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 10
SEED COLLECTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 1112
Kidzerbs Garden Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 12
New York Window Houseplant Collection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 12
COVER CROPS SECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 13
VEGETABLE SEED SECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 1426
CULINARY HERB SEED SECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 2731
Strictly Medicinal HERB SEED SECTION . . . . . . . . .page 3262
CACTI & SUCCULENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 7174
TREES & SHRUBS SECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 7583
Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 84
Shipping Charts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 8586
Order Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .page 87
Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inside Back Cover
ORDER BY MAIL,PHONE, FAX
OR ONLINE!
Horizon Herbs LLC
PO Box 69
Williams, OR 97544
phone: (541) 846-6704
fax: (541) 846-6233
www.horizonherbs.com
customer service e-mail:
hhcustserv@horizonherbs.com
Catalog written by Richard A. Richo Cech Copyright 2012 Richard A. Cech
Catalog illustrationsbotanical drawings and Cheesie drawn by Sena Cech.
Illustrations Copyright 2012 Sena Cech
Dear Seeders,
Welcome to the Spring/Summer 2012 Horizon Herbs seed catalog! Wow, what a year!
The spring was so gentle and rainy that we thought wed never grow anything outdoors but Lettuce, Peas, and Chard. Then, like the sun finally streaming out through
dissipating clouds, the summer rolled in. Boom! The weather turned warm and the
cover crops were mowed down and tilled in (all except the Rye which had us strongarmedit was flowering at 10 feet tall!). The starts, long since grown tired of their
pots or transplanted 1 or 2 extra times into bigger and bigger vessels, came out of the
greenhouse and were planted to the waiting field. I remember the Paprika Peppers
already had 6-inch fruits on them! The weather then turned somewhat cool and mild,
which encouraged a glorious, extended period of flowering among the diverse perennials, until finally the heat intensified again during the month of August.
Beyond expectation, those warm days and nights kept happening all the way
through September, a harbinger of a late first frost, we all hoped. Our hopes were justified! Frost held off until October 15th! Even the fat stand of Mrihani Basils, which
we had planted in the open field as a gamble, completely finished out in good time.
All of us here reaped seeds like crazy. Mayche and I worked so hard that weeks went
by without the opportunity to make a visit to the grocery store, and almost by default
we learned a great deal about eating directly out of the garden. Every morning we had
our Amaranth cereal, followed by a huge garden salad at noon (made savory with special dressings, often laden with Garlic), and evening meals saw us sampling things like
Stone Soup, Scarlet Runner Bean burritos or Hidatsa Edamame and rice. Self sufficiency felt like less of a pie in the sky and more like a pie on the table! The apples
gave abundantly, and we crunched them with our teeth, made apple sauce for those
who had no teeth, and pressed cider so thick and syrupy that we wanted to hide it
from the powers that be, lest they endeavor to make it illegal! We battled the usual
sicknesses and injuries, making tea of our beloved Self Heal for treating mouth sores
and providing ourselves and our family and friends with some potent goldenseal from
down in the creek bottoms, used for treating the tonsilitis that seemed to afflict so
many. We traveled, lectured, and picked seeds all summer long.
It never ceases to amaze us how many seeds this small bit of land pumps out, but
soon perhaps we wont demand quite so much from this little paradise, because we are
bringing a pasture into production in downtown Williams, where we will continue to
grow herb seeds and promote the establishment of gardens everywhere. The field had
a cow barn plumped right in the middle, and deciding to make that go away was both
some of the hardest work weve faced, and also I think one of the best decisions we
could have made, as the farm-shui was much improved by removal of blockage. The
pasture has now been cleared (dead trees, old fencing, and garbage), chisel plowed, rotovated, and planted in Peas and Oats, which are germinating and blanketing the land as
late fall turns into early winter. We give thanks for all the great good vibes youve all
sent this way this past year, and from our side look forward to returning the favor,
making available some of the most delicious garden vegetables and potent medicinal
herbs that you can find anywhere. Heres to gardening as a way of life!
Love, Richo
TERMS OF BUSINESS
TERMS OF BUSINESS
Our seeds and plants are GMO-free, untreated, open-pollinated, and packed with love!
All seeds and plants provided by Horizon Herbs are meant for the public good and shall
remain in the public domain. No patents or genetic engineering allowed.
Seed Packets Guarantee: Our catalog provides specific directions on good ways to germinate
medicinal herb seeds. Your success is important to us. If the seeds are planted in a reasonable
environment for sufficient time and dont germinate, then we will replace the packet (one-time
replacement only, offer valid for one year after purchase).
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 not
replace bulk seeds, plants, or rootstock or give cash refunds. We are not responsible for losses
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 delivered
in season. If these are ordered out of season, they will be backordered and delivered from the
new crop. For best results, sow seeds immediately upon receipt.
Substitutions: Occasionally, we may have changed out the variety or species of a particular
genus. In that case, we will make a substitution in your order with the good intention that you
will be happy with what you receive. Another one of our tricks is to send plants, roots, or cuttings instead of seeds (when we run out of seeds.) This doesnt happen often, and is usually
accepted with glee.
Noxious Weeds: We will not knowingly supply any seeds or plants to areas where they are
prohibited as noxious weeds by local, state or federal law. For instance, the designation
Saint Johns Wort, CA no means Saint Johns Wort seeds or plants will not be distributed to
the state of California, where the plant is listed as a noxious weed.
Toxic Seeds and Plants: Some of the seeds, plants, and rootstock offered in this catalog are
toxic if taken internally at sufficient dosage or if applied externally to the skin or mucous membranes. We have endeavored to label such seeds accordingly. Therefore, keep seeds in their
labeled packaging until planting. Take appropriate precautions to plant toxic plants in a place
away from children and animals. We are offering these seeds, plants, and rootstock for propagation purposes and are not liable for any adverse effects resulting from contact with any of our
products, including seeds, plants, and rootstock.
Self-Medication: Although all cultures on earth use plant-derived medicaments, we cannot
recommend self-medication with plant products. Rather, we offer medicinal information in the
context of historical usage and from personal experience, augmented by our studies of current
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 well as
changes in the number of seeds per packet. In order to allow for unforeseen circumstances,
prices and packet seed counts are subject to change without notice.
Shipping Charges: You may figure your shipping charges according to the basic shipping
charts. If you are having difficulty figuring out your shipping, please contact us. Please leave
us your e-mail and phone number so we can contact you if theres any shipping adjustment
needed. Shipping charges are subject to change without notice.
Shipping Errors: Please look your order over carefully and let us know if there are any problems. 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 from the
catalog are in plain packets (not full color). Full color store line seed packets are considered 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 expectations, the
customer will not keep it positive), then we do reserve the right to refuse service to anyone.
Horizon Herbs is a certified organic farm and organic processor. All organic seeds are certified
by Oregon Tilth and comply with organic production and handling standards established by the
USDA National Organic Program under CFR Part 205.
Cert.#OR-OTCO-CO-94-00318;
Oregon Seeds Dealer License #73180;
Oregon Nursery License #73179;
Catalog written by Richard A. Richo Cech, 2012 Richard A. Cech,
Catalog illustrations Sena Cech., Illustrations Copyright 2012 Sena Cech
All Rights Reserved.
homepage:
http://www.horizonherbs.com
customer service:
hhcustserv@horizonherbs.com
NEW SEEDS
NEW SEEDS
Our offerings this year include diverse new vegetable and
medicinal seed crops, which may be quickly identified in this
catalog by watching for the logo: <<NEW FOR 2012>>.
Perhaps fueled by the excitement of my recent wanderings
in East Africa, which is the gene center for many Aloes, I
was consumed this summer by an ardent desire to cultivate
these prized medicinal succulents, and could be found at all
hours in the inner sanctum, mixing soil, planting rows of
angular seeds, and transplanting pups taken from around the
stems of their mothers. Diverse handsome progeny was the
result, including treasured plants of Aloe arborescens,
A ferox and A.africana. Several other promising Aloe seeds
have been added to the catalogue, including A. peglerae and the rare and desirable
Quiver Tree Aloe (A. dichotoma), all to be found in the brand new Succulents and
Cacti section. A bit more mundane perhaps but easily more deliciously edible are
the many new vegetables we have gathered together for this catalog. These include
2 different kinds of Amaranth Spinach (a mainstay of the typical diets of Asia and
Africa and well worth further exploration on this continent and on our plates) as well
as the vibrant Purple Peacock Broccoli, the red veined Palla Rossa Chicory and the
dark fruited Midnight Lightning Zucchini. Our growing season this year was perfect
for Solanacea, and we grew 100% of our own Peppers (including the rare
Chilhuacle Negro) and Tomato seeds. Five new Tomato varieties proved worthy,
including the pendulously fruited Amish Paste, the tasty and abundant Black Cherry,
the beefy Black Krim, the everpopular Yellow Pear, and a stunning discovery, the
extraordinarily prolific and suggestively nippled drying Tomato known as Principe
Borghese. More medicinal plants somehow found their way into our increasingly
jampacked gardens, including our own unique cultivars Extra Purple Krishna Tulsi
and HoriSun Yellow Calendula. We also grew a comely bed of the mysterious Xhosa
Dream Root, experimented with the recumbent, barrel-shaped Hoodia officinalis,
appreciated the vibrant Turkish Red Poppies that grew near the front door of the
seedhouse, and oggled over the miniature yellow cone flowers of the Kenyan
Spilanthes that fountained out of the pots like sunlight on water. Our stock of temperate trees is in excellent shape this year! These include well-rooted Black
Elderberries, Cedar of Lebanon, Cramp Bark, Ginkgo, Hawthorn, Linden, Paw Paw,
Sea Buckthorn and Witch Hazel. Tropical trees include Amla, Baobab, Cinnamon,
Clove, Curry Leaf Tree, Dragon Tree, Moringa, Neem, and Tamarind. We have also
brought on sweet, dark blue organic dried Bilberries (Vaccinium myrtillus) for your
planting and eating pleasure. They make incredible smoothies, with ease. Finally,
we had such a glorious bounty of Black Elderberries (Sambucus nigra) this year that
weve made dried berries available in bulk. All for you and to your good health!
Organic. Horizon Herbs, 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 and
handling standards established by the USDA National Organic Program under CFR Part 205.
We are serious about nurturing the soil, avoiding chemicals, and respecting life.
Formula for converting F (Fahrenheit) to C (Celsius): (F-32) x .5555 = C
g = gram. There are 28.4 g in an ounce. There are 454 g in a pound.
pkt = packet germ = germination
Toxic. Please take our notes on contraindications and toxicity (in bold) seriously. Reader is
referred to page 2: Toxic Seeds and Plants; Self-Medication.
Low-dose botanical. Traditionally, internal use of the plant is restricted to very low dosage
long-term use or excessive dosage may prove harmful.
PAs. Pyrrolizidine Alkaloids (PAs) are present in the tissue of this plant. Long-term internal
dosage and use during pregnancy not recommended.
Fresh or cold-stored seeds are washed with pure well water and packed in coir (coconut fibre).
Dried seeds are hand-rubbed, sorted through graduated stainless steel screens and further
purified with wind-winnowing and . . . breath.
HERBAL EXTRACTS
1 oz
4 oz
Extract of Anise
Extract of Arnica
Extract of Artemisia annua
Extract of Ashwagandha
Extract of Astragalus
Extract of Black Cohosh
Extract of Black Walnut
Extract of Bloodroot
Extract of Blue Cohosh
Extract of Blue Vervain
Extract of Boneset
Extract of Bugleweed
Extract of Burdock
Extr. Cactus Grandiflorus
Extract of Calendula
Calendula Succus
Extr. of California Poppy
Extract of Cascara Sagrada
Extract of Catnip
Extract of Cat's Claw
Extract of Cayenne
Extract of Celandine
Extract of Chaparral
Extract of Chickweed
Extract of Comfrey
Extract of Damiana
Extract of Dandelion
Extract of Echinacea
Super Echinacea (extract)
Extr. of Black Elderberry
Extract of Elecampane
Extract of Eleuthero
Extract of Feverfew
Extract of Gentian
Extract of Ginger
Extract of Goldenrod
Extract of Goldenseal
Extract of Gotu Kola
Extract of Hawthorn
Extract of Hops
Extract of Horse Chestnut
Extract of Horseradish
Extract of Juniper
Pharma Kava Kava
Extract of Lavender
Extract of Lemon Balm
Extract of Licorice
Extract of Lobelia
Extract of Lomatium
$10.17
$11.12
$11.12
$10.45
$10.64
$10.64
$10.93
$10.17
$10.64
$10.17
$10.17
$10.17
$10.17
$11.40
$10.17
$10.74
$10.64
$10.17
$10.17
$10.64
$10.17
$10.45
$10.17
$10.17
$11.21
$10.17
$10.17
$10.64
$12.16
$11.12
$10.17
$11.21
$10.64
$10.45
$10.64
$10.17
$13.30
$10.64
$10.64
$10.17
$11.12
$10.17
$10.17
$13.76
$10.17
$10.17
$10.64
$11.12
$10.64
$38.67
$42.28
$42.28
$39.71
$40.47
$40.47
$41.52
$38.67
$40.47
$38.67
$38.67
$38.67
$38.67
$43.32
$38.67
$40.76
$40.47
$38.67
$38.67
$40.47
$38.67
$39.71
$38.67
$38.67
$42.56
$38.67
$38.67
$40.47
$46.17
$42.28
$38.67
$42.56
$40.47
$39.71
$40.47
$38.67
$50.54
$40.47
$40.47
$38.67
$42.28
$38.67
$38.67
$52.35
$38.67
$38.67
$40.47
$42.28
$40.47
1 oz
4 oz
$10.17
$11.12
$10.17
$10.64
$10.17
$10.45
$10.17
$10.17
$10.17
$10.64
$10.45
$10.45
$10.17
$10.64
$10.45
$10.64
$10.74
$10.64
$10.64
$10.17
$38.67
$42.28
$38.67
$40.47
$38.67
$39.71
$38.67
$38.67
$38.67
$40.47
$39.71
$39.71
$38.67
$40.47
$39.71
$40.47
$40.76
$40.47
$40.47
$38.67
Compounds
1 oz
4 oz
Adrenal Support Tonic
$11.12
$42.28
Brain & Memory Tonic
$11.12
$42.28
Echinacea-Goldenseal
$11.31
$42.94
Healthy Heart Tonic
$11.31
$42.94
Healthy Liver Tonic
$11.12
$42.28
Healthy Veins Tonic
$11.12
$42.28
Propolis-Echinacea Throat Spray $11.12
Relaxing Sleep Tonic
$11.12
$42.28
Soothing Oak & Ivy
$11.31
$42.94
Herbal Oils
Oil of Arnica
Oil of Calendula
Oil of Saint John's Wort
Oil of Tea Tree
Trauma Oil
1oz
$11.12
$10.93
$10.64
$13.30
$11.21
4 oz
$42.28
$41.52
$40.47
$50.54
$42.56
More than this list available! Check www.horizonherbs.com or call us: (541) 846-6704.
TINCTURE PRESS
BOOKSTORE
BOOKSTORE CONTINUED
First grow the herbs, then make the medicine from the garden.
The Medicinal Herb Grower
A Guide for Cultivating Plants that Heal
Volume 1
by Richo Cech
illustrated by Sena Cech
The Medicinal Herb GrowerA Guide for Making Plant Medicine by Richo Cech,
illustrated by Sena Cech
Cultivating Plants that Heal, vol. 1
by Richo Cech, illustrated by Sena Cech
Originally published in the year 2000,
BOOKSTORE CONTINUED
Bio-Tags. Flexible tags, 6 inch long by 3/4 inch wide, are designed to be pushed in next to
your planting for temporary labeling purposes (very good for marking rows of seedlings or
potted plants). The tags look like white plastic, but they are made from corn and soybeans
will harmlessly biodegrade into the soil in about 1 year (help, Im melting!). These are easily
and legibly writeable on one side (pen or pencil).
Bio-Tags: 100 tags/$8.00; $70.00/1,000 tags
Impress-O-Tags. Just write on the 1 inch x 3.5 inch metal tag with any ballpoint pen,
pencil, or stylus on either or both sides. The wire fasteners are enclosed. Will not rust or
deteriorate with age, remaining readable indefinitely.
Impress-O-Tags: 1 box/$12.50 (100 tags); 10 boxes or more: $11.00/box
Neem Oil Soap. What we imagined was going to be a potent medicinal soap actually
turned out to be a premier all-purpose bath or hand soap with medicinal applicability
Formulated by Richo and handmade by Bunnys Bath, this gentle yet potent bar has proven its
excellence. The soap is made of organic Sunflower seed oil, contains fragrantly circulationstimulating oil of Rosemary, and is preserved with a water extract of Rosemary. The active
ingredient is the fixed oil of the Neem seed, introduced in a special process whereby the oil is
not saponified. Neem oil has been shown to be antifungal to athletes foot; helps clear acne;
antiparasitic to headlice and fleas.
Big 5 oz bar $4.00 each, $37.50/10 bars
Sweetgrass Braids. Made by First Nations People from Saskatchewan, these are handbraided from wild Sweetgrass (Heirachloe odorata). The Sweetgrass that grows up north is of
highest quality, emitting an aroma like new-mown hay in Elysian fields. The braids are pleasantly green-colored, measure 32 inches long and weigh about 1 oz. each.
$5.00/braid, $30/7 braids
Amazon Incense Palo Santo (Bursera graveolens)
Split pieces of windfall holy wood from the
Peruvian Amazon are delightfully aromatic.
Simply light the stick, blow out, and it smoulders
for some timeimparting its excellent aroma to
everything in the vicinity and helping calm and
soothe the spirit. The pieces in this earth-friendly
cellophane bag are about 4 inches long and may
be split again and again to stretch the medicine.
$4.50/1 oz. bag; (chooseHerbs 30 g for shipping)
$29.90/lb(consisting of pieces ~20 g each.)
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SPICES
These spices are grown by hand on a small, mixed crop, spice plantation in the midst
of the jungles of Pemba (the greenest island of the Spice Islands of Zanzibar), hand
picked and cured in the sun. The spices are not certified organically grown, but are
of highest quality, and weve personally verified that no chemicals or fertilizers were
used in their planting, growing, processing, or storage. Recent spices of highest
quality offered at a very reasonable price .
Black Pepper (Piper nigrum) whole peppercorns, dried . . . . . 50 g/pkt $4.50
Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) bark, whole, dried, . .50 g/pkt $4.50
Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) pods, green, dried, . . . .50 g/pkt $4.50
Cloves (Eugenia aromatica) whole, dried, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 g/pkt $4.50
Ginger (Zingiber officinalis) Tea Cut, dried, . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50 g/pkt $4.50
Vanilla (Vanilla planifolia) extraction grade, dried pods, . . . .20 g/pkt $6.50
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*Tulsi Four plant set: $24.50/4 Tulsi plants: Krishna, Rama, Vana and Kapoor
*New York Window: $19.50/3 plants: Life Plant, Cape Aloe, Hen & Chicks, Organic
$24.95 each
$44.95/2 Hoedown CollectionsDiscounted Price, Organic
One for now and one for lateror to give as a gift.
10 pkts/$19.95, Organic
7 pkts/$14.95, Organic
7 pkts/$14.95, Organic
SEED COLLECTIONS
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9 pkts/$24.95
8 pkts/$24.95
6 pkts/$19.95, Organic
7 pkts/$14.95
Native American Spirit Plants These go out with our prayers for world peace.
1 pkt. each of: Sage, Blue; Mint, Mountain; Mugwort, Western; Sagebrush; Spikenard,
California; Sage, White; Tobacco, Hopi; Tobacco, Huichol.
8 pkts/$22.95
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COVER CROPS
VEGETABLES
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VEGETABLE SEEDS
Seeds of Sustenance
Amaranth & Quinoa
AMARANTH
More seeds available beyond this list! Check horizonherbs.com or call (541) 846-6704.
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VEGETABLES
ANDEAN TUBERS
ANDEAN TUBERS
These plants offer the opportunity to significantly diversify our diets, being especially
good in winter mashes and soups. Mashua and
Oca benefit from growing in well-rested soils
of relatively low fertility but good structure.
As the plants grow and spread, hill up around
them, to encourage formation of tubers that
push out from the buried stem. These crops
like to be watered thoroughly, especially late
in the season, which is when they make their
tubers. Were offering plants from 3 different
families that nonetheless yield roots with similar culinary and nutritional attributes. Potted
plant or pot containing the dormant tuber. The
Yacon are nice potted plants grown from stem
cuttings.
Mashua . . . . . . . . . . .Tropaeolum tuberosum
Family: Nasturtium (Tropaeolaceae)
Herbaceous perennial with handsome, discshaped leaves that resemble Nasturtium that
ines to about 12 feet and produces eventually
the large, multicolored, spurred flowers.
Highly desired plant does well in cool shade.
The thin-skinned, tuberous roots are harvested
very late in the season, and are used in soups,
being kind to the liver and kidney, also purportedly an anaphrodisiac that is served up by
the lady of the house when shes feeling like
shed rather sleep. When fresh, these roots are
as peppery as a nasturtium bud, but when
cooked they are mild and yummy in taste.
Plant like a Potato. Trellis.
*$7.95/potted plant, $19.50/3 plants, Organic
VEGETABLES
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BEANS
BEAN
ARTICHOKE
Family:Aster (Asteracea)
Oversize plants prefer full sun and rich garden
soil. Sow in spring. Thin to 2 feet apart.
Globe Artichoke . . . . . . . .Cynara scolymus
Perennial, but can be grown as an annual.
Native to S. Europe. Hardy to 20 F. The
steamed flower buds make a pleasant-tasting
vegetable. The bitter leaf makes an excellent
digestive tea. Produces giant, edible globes,
flowering purple to 5 feet.
30 seeds/pkt $2.45, Organic
Jerusalem Red Artichoke . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Helianthus tuberosus
(Sunroot, Sunchoke, Girasole)
Tuber-forming herbaceous perennial native to
the New World, hardy to -40 F. Multistemmed plant makes small yellow flowers and
big red tubers that can be dug from late fall
through to spring. Crunchily edible in the raw,
or can be boiled into something that resembles
potato soup. Shipping until April 1, 2011.
*5 roots/$5.00, Organic
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BROCCOLI
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BURDOCK
CABBAGE
CARROT
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VEGETABLES
CORN
CORN
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CHICORY
LETTUCE
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FLAX
(Linseed)
Family: Flax (Linaceae)
Brown and Golden native to temperate Europe
and Asia. Perennial Blue native to Western US.
90 days to maturity. Direct seed in spring.
Perennial Blue Flax . .Linum perenne lewisii
Herbaceous perennial with pastel blue flowers
like baubles on a string. Fibrous stem used by
Native Americans for thread, basketry, and net
making. Seeds must be cooked before eating.
500 seeds/pkt $2.95
Brown Flax . . . . . . . . .Linum usitatissimum
Flax is a pretty blue flower in the garden, with
the added advantage of yielding a valuable seed,
excellent sprouted, raw, added to baked goods.
200 seeds/pkt $2.95
$7.00/lb (~113,600 seeds), Organic
Golden Flax . . . . . . . . .Linum usitatissimum
(Omega Flax)
Cultivar producing seeds containing low
mucilage and high concentrations of omega-3
fatty acids (linolenic acid). The seed glows
golden, and the flower is Flax blue. Edible raw.
200 seeds/pkt $2.95,
$9.00/lb (~113,600 seeds), Organic
Safflower, Zanzibar . .Carthamus tinctorius
Family: Aster (Asteraceae)
Annual. Native to the Mediterranean. 120 days
to maturity. This is one of the highest yielding
of all oil plantslarge flowers and seed heads
on a not-so-giant plant. Plant prefers sun to
part shade and poor, dryish soils. These large
seeds are best direct-seeded after last frost.
30 seeds/pkt $2.45, Organic
Sesame, Black . . . . . . . . .Sesamum indicum
(Til, SWAHA!)
Family: Sesame (Pedaliaceae)
Multistemmed upright annual bearing follicles
stacked with oil-rich seeds. Native to India.
120 days to maturity. The jet-black seeds are
sweetly tasty and decorative when sprinkled on
stir-fry, cakes, and confections. Source of
Tahini. Plant prefers full sun, fertile soil, and is
pretty drought tolerant. Sow in spring.
100 seeds/pkt $2.45,
$5.85/10 g
$34.95/100 g,
$98.00/lb, Organic
SUNFLOWER
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PEA
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PEPPERS
We have grown very fond of these great peppers
that offer unique horticultural, culinary and medicinal qualities.
All Peppers (Capsicum) now consolidated into this one section.
Family: Nightshade (Solanaceae)
Peppers are native to tropical America and are perennial in the tropics, grown as annuals in temperate regions. All peppers are an anticarcinogenic, warming, carminative, digestive, and stimulating to the blood flow. Much appreciated in the culinary arts, they activate our flavor receptors. Peppers prefer a scanty, even water supply, good drainage, full sun, and a long, hot summer. Start indoors 40 to 50 days prior to the last frost. Thin seedlings to at least 2 inches apart
in the flat. Transplant out to garden after the soil has really warmed up. The best compost for
Peppers is higher in phosphorous than nitrogen. Kelp is well-tolerated and increases nutrientt
content and yield. We love to dry and grind our peppers and sprinkle on food for color and heat.
African Bird Pepper . .Capsicum frutescens
(Pilipili Hoho, Pilipili Kichaa, Birdseye
Pepper, Pequin, Piquin)
~180,000 Scoville Heat Units
Perennial bush Pepper to 4 feet, with large,
light green leaves and an open, upright habit.
170 days to maturity, with best yields in second year. A good choice for greenhouse,
southern states or tropics. These produce tiny,
fiery hot, thin-skinned and easily dried classic
Bird Peppers. The Peppers are about the size
of the beak of a finch. A traditional, openpollinated strain from the island of Pemba in
Zanzibar. They are the real deal.
50 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic
Aji Colorado Pepper . .Capsicum baccatum
Member of a relatively unknown group of peppers natie to Bolivia and Peru (see also Criolla
Sella). Makes a fast-growing, flat topped bush
24 to 30 inches tall, loaded with ornamentla
flowers giving way to elongated fruits that are
flaorful and not particularly hot. Sweet-spicy,
thin-walled fruits excellent to slice fine and
mix with salt and lemon juice for a spontaneous relish. Highly adaptable plant handles
wet conditions, high eleation and northern
colder states better than most peppers.
50 sds/pkt $2.95, Organic
Cayenne Pepper . . . . . .Capsicum frutescens
~77,500 Scoville Heat Units
Family: Nightshade (Solanaceae)
Cayenne makes abundant long, thin, very dark
red fruits. These comprise the standard medicinal Capsicum of commerce. Generally dried
and ground to powder they stimulate the blood
and promote sweating while being a pronounced carminative acting on the digestive
tract. Plant prefers a scanty, even water supply, good drainage, full sun, and a long, hot
summer.
50 sds/pkt $2.95, Organic
Chile Hidalgo Pepper . . .Capsicum annuum
~60,000 Scoville Heat Units
Pubescent leaves, flowers purple-tinged
and ornamental. Short plants to 16 inches.
Produces myriads of hot, red, swollen, cylindrical fruits; thick-skinned, very shiny.
Similar in taste and hotness to Cayenne. Our
most fruit prolific Pepper. Northern adapted.
50 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic
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PUMPKIN
VEGETABLES
SPINACH
Red Orach . . . . . . .Atriplex hortensis rubra
(Mountain Spinach)
Family: Goosefoot (Chenopodiaceae)
Self-seeding annual suitable for all temperate
gardens. 30 to 50 days to maturity. A choice
Italian cultivar. Cooked leaves are nutritious
and buttery to the taste. Plant prefers full sun
and thrives in regular garden soil. Sow directly in garden bed in the spring. Easy.
50 seeds/pkt $2.45, Organic
Malabar Red Spinach . . . . . .Basella rubra
Family: Madeira Vine (Basellaceae)
Perennial climbing vine native to Africa and
Southwestern India (the Malabar coast).
Protect from frost. Very quick-growing heattolerant Spinach substitute can be grown as a
summer annual in the temperate US, producing edible leaves in as few as 55 days. Highly
recommended for warmer zones, where growing standard Spinach can be quite challenging.
20 seeds/pkt $2.95
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SQUASH
Family: Cucurbitaceae
Native to the New World. Squash likes full
sun and regular garden soil. Sow directly in
the garden in the spring after the ground warms
up. Make hills 3 feet apart, press the seeds into
the soil, and thin to 3 best seedlings per hill. If
row cropping, thin to 1 plant every 2 feet.
Once the plants are up, weed around them and
apply compost. Do not overwater the plants
let them go a bit dry between waterings.
Winter Squash, Delicata Zeppelin . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cucurbita maxima
<NEW FOR 2012>
80 days. Annual vining winter squash making
medium sized fruits, yellow with forest-green
stripes and orange flesh, very high in sugar and
Vit A. Stores cool and dry for about 100 days.
30 seeds/pkt $2.45, Organic
Summer Squash, Midnight Lightning
Zucchini . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cucurbita pepo
<NEW FOR 2012>
55 days. Annual bush type that produces long,
dark green (think midnight at the oasis), exceptionally well-flavored Zuks.
15 seeds/pkt $2.45, Organic
Winter Squash, Red Kuri Cucurbita maxima
(Hokkaido Squash, Uchiku Kuri)
100 days. Annual. Naturally nutty and sweet,
one adds nothing but ends up feeling like one
has had everything.
15 seeds/pkt $2.45, Organic
Summer Squash, Yellow Crookneck . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cucurbita pepo
60 days. Annual. All-time favorite Summer
Squash, loved by kids and adults alike. Best
when harvested at early stage when fruits are
nearly solid and the skin is soft and delicious.
30 seeds/pkt $2.45,
$21.25/100 g (~1,000 seeds), Organic
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TOMATO
TOMATO
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BASIL, CULINARY
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OREGANO
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SAVORY
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THYME
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ACONITE
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ASAFETIDA
ANGELICA
ARNICA
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ARTEMISIA
ARTEMISIA
Family: Aster (Asteraceae)
Loved by many for their beauty and utility, the
Artemisias are aromatic and medicinally
active. Excessive dosage potentially toxic.
Plants prefer full sun and dryish soils. Sow in
fall or early spring. Light-dependent germinators. Mix very tiny seed with sand before
sprinkling on surface and tamping in, so that
the seedlings do not crowd. Drought tolerant
and allelopathic.
ARTEMISIA SET (1 seed packet each of:
Artemisia annua; Mugwort, Common;
Mugwort, Western; Sagebrush; Wormwood,
Absinthe; and Wormwood, Redstem.)
7 pkts/$14.90
Price shown is a discount.
Not available to SD or WA states.
Artemisia annua
(Sweet Annie, Qing-hao)
Annual. 100 days to harvest of leaf and flowers. Pervasively and pleasantly aromatic
foliage. Antimalarial, vermifugal, and anticancer. There is currently a huge world
demand for this herb. Space plants 1 foot
apart. Grows 4 to 5 feet tall.
200 seeds/pkt $2.95,
$5.95/g (~57,000 seeds),
$17.85/10 g (~570,000 seeds), Organic
Artemisia, Oldwoman Artemisia stelleriana
White, deeply cut foliage on a very short,
spreading plant. Excellent choice for full sun,
pathside or rock garden. Elegant.
50 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic
Mugwort, Common . . . . .Artemisia vulgaris
Herbaceous perennial. All temperate zones.
Spreads vigorously. The herb is used to make
moxa, burned over acupuncture points to
quicken the blood. Dream-inducer. Plant 2 feet
apart. Grows 3 to 4 feet tall.
300 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic
Mugwort, Western . . .Artemisia ludoviciana
(White Sagebrush)
Herbaceous perennial native to western and
central US and Canada. All temperate zones. .
The plant is really quite handsome, with its
soft, whitish leaves. We are quite attached to
our little patch here on the land.
200 seeds/pkt $2.95
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9 pkts/$24.95
Avens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Geum urbanum
(Herba Benedicta)
Family: Rose (Rosaceae)
Clump-forming herbaceous perennial. Hardy
to all zones and widely distributed on Earth.
Handsome, blue-green rosette gives rise to
upright stems of pretty yellow flowers. The
tannins found in this plant, both aerial parts
and roots, are gently astringent, antiseptic and
healing to wounds. A very good plant to know
on a hike. The tea can also be used to treat
sore gums, ulcerations of the oral mucosa and
atonic vagina. Plant prefers full sun to dappled
shade of garden, grasslands or open forest.
Sow in fall or early spring.
100 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic
$5.95/g (~350 seeds)
Ayahuasca . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .see YAGE
Ashitaba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .see ANGELICA
Ashwagandha . . . . . . . .Withania somnifera
Family: Nightshade (Solanaceae)
Herbaceous perennial in the tropics, annual in
temperate zones. Native to Africa, India,
Middle East, and the Orient. Dried root is a
Ginseng-like tonic of the Ayurvedics. Plants
sown in spring may be dug after first frost.
Wash and dehydrate roots before use. Plant
prefers full sun and fast-draining, dryish soils.
Light-dependent germinator. Sow in spring.
100 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic
$6.95/g (~1,000 seeds)
$20.85/10 g (~10,000 seeds),
$104.25/100 g (~100,000 seeds), Organic
Ashwagandha Root Powder
$23/lb, Organic
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BELLADONNA
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BERGAMOT
BLACK SEED
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BONESET
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BUGLEWEED
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CALENDULA
CASTOR
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CHAMOMILE
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CHIA
CHICKWEED
8 pkts/$24.95
Chinese Foxglove . . . . . .see REHMANNIA
Chinese Lantern
................
. . . . . . . . . .Physalis alkekengi franchetii
(Winter Cherry)
Family: Nightshade (Solanaceae)
Creeping herbacous perennial with insignificant flowers that nonetheless transform into
plump, round, cherry-tomato-like fruits
enclosed in a bright orange, papery, lanternshaped calyx. The main value is historical and
decorative (they look good in a vase).
Although the ripe fruit is somewhat edible, the
rest of the plant is loaded with contraceptive
steroidal compounds. A homeopathic remedy
is made, but substantive internal use could
prove toxic. The leaves make a harmless,
cooling poultice. Plant prefers moist soil in
part sun to shade. Sow seed in spring and
work up in pots.
50 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic
Clary Sage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .see SAGE
Cleavers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Galium aparine
Family: Madder (Rubiaceae)
Annual. Native to fields, woods, and waste
places of Europe and the US. 90 days to maturity. The juice of the fresh herb is a premier
lymphatic tonic and spring cleanser. Plant is
adaptablewill grow in full sun in the garden
or in the forest or shade garden. Sow in early
spring, in pots in the greenhouse or directly in
the garden.
50 seeds/pkt $2.95,
$17.85/10 g (~2,500 seeds), Organic
Clover . .see COVER CROP SECTION p. 15
Codonopsis . . . . . . . . . .Codonopsis pilosula
(Dang-shen)
Family: Bellflower (Campanulaceae)
Twining and climbing herbaceous perennial.
Native to China. Hardy to -15 F. Poor Mans
Ginseng makes sweet, crispy roots that build
chi. The flowers are large, pendulous, green
bells. Plants prefer full sun to partial shade,
average soil. Sow in spring. Light-dependent
germinator. Space 1 foot apart. Trellis or
allow to climb on other plants.
100 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic
*$7.95/potted plant, $19.50/3 plants, Organic
Colchicum . . . . . . . . .Colchicum autumnale
(Meadow Saffron, Autumn Crocus)
Family: Lily (Liliaceae)
Bulbous perennial. Native to Europe. Hardy
to -30 F. Blooming in September or October,
the flowers are large and impressive chalices,
light-colored, and mottled with purple. Source
of the active alkaloid colchicine. Sow in
spring or summer.
50 seeds/pkt $3.95
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COSTMARY
COMFREY
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DATURA
DRAGONS HEAD
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ECHINACEA
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Echinacea paradoxa
(Yellow Coneflower)
Herbaceous perennial. Native to the Ozarks.
The paradox is, that this purple coneflower
is yellow! The plant is rare. Cold-condition
seed 2 months. Flowers to 3 feet tall.
100 seeds/pkt $3.95,
$17.85/10 g (~2,100 seeds), Organic
*$7.95/potted plant, $19.50/3 plants, Organic
Echinacea purpurea
(Purple Coneflower)
Herbaceous perennial. Originally native to the
midwest. Widely cultivated. Derived from a
rare, wild collection and unmodified. This
species adapts to a wide array of growing conditions. No cold-conditioning needed. Flowers
purple, to 3 to 4 feet.
200 seeds/pkt $2.95
$6.85/10 g (~2,100 seeds),
$34.25/100 g (~21,000 seeds),
$96.00/lb (~96,000 seeds), Organic
*$7.95/potted plant, $19.50/3 plants, Organic
Echinacea sanguinea
(Sanguin Purple Coneflower)
Herbaceous perennial. The most southerly
ranging of all Echinacea species, E. sanguinea
grows in acidic, sandy soils in the open fields
and pine woods of the West Gulf Coastal Plain.
The disk corolla of E. sanguinea
is characteristically blood red in color,
as are the seeds.
20 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic
*$7.95/potted plant, $19.50/3 plants, Organic
Echinacea simulata
(Glade Purple Coneflower)
Herbaceous perennial, native to south central
Missouri east through Tennessee and northern
Georgia. Drooping ray flowers range from
pink to magenta and emit a fragrant perfume.
These make incredible cut flowers and the taproots of E. simulata are strong medicine.
100 seeds/pkt $2.95
Echinacea tennesseensis
(Tennessee Purple Coneflower)
Herbaceous perennial. Rare, endemic species
native to Tennessee. Deep purple, upwardly
reflexed ray flowers are exceptional.
Excellently medicinal in all parts of the plant.
Cold-condition 2 months. Thin or transplant to
1 foot apart. Flowers dark purple, to 2 feet.
100 seeds/pkt $3.95,
$11.85/10 g (~2,500 seeds), Organic
*$7.95/potted plant, $19.50/3 plants, Organic
Eclipta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Eclipta alba
(Bhringraj, Bhangra Han-lian-cao)
Family: Aster (Asteraceae)
Annual. 60 days to harvest. A creeping and
moisture-loving herb. In Ayurvedic practice,
Eclipta is used both as a hepatic tonic and a
hair tonic. Used similarly in TCM. Sow in
spring. Germ in 12 days. Space 1 foot apart.
100 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic
EPHEDRA
(Joint Fir)
Family: Ephedra (Ephedraceae)
Perennial, primitive shrubs with jointed stems,
hardy to -10 F. Native to the arid steppes of
China and Russia, these fascinating plants can
be grown indoors or in a full sun position in the
raised bed or rock garden. Dried stem is used
as a bronchodilator for treating colds and asthma. All but the Mormon Teas are a source of
ephedrine alkaloidsshould be used with
caution. CNS stimulant. Sow warm, in fastdraining, sandy potting soil, and keep warm
and in the sun. These are all rare.
Bluestem Ephedra . . . . .Ephedra equisetina
A robust and cold hardy subshrub for the rock
garden (and very high in ephedrine). The
clump is composed of many thin, upright
stems attached to the stubborn trunk.
50 seeds/pkt $3.95
Ma-huang . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ephedra sinica
This is the main official species that we have
had great success with in our gardens.
50 seeds/pkt $3.95
$23.85/10 g (~1,000 seeds),
$119.25/100 g (~10,000 seeds)
*$7.95/potted plant, $19.50/3 plants, Organic
Mormon Tea, Green . . . . . .Ephedra viridis
Many bright green, erect twigs. Good tea.
30 seeds/pkt $2.95,
$11.85/10g (~700 seeds)
*$7.95/potted plant, $19.50/3 plants, Organic
Mormon Tea, Nevada . .Ephedra nevadensis
Shrub to 5 feet tall. Makes a congenial tea,
which is astringent, pleasant tasting, and has a
marked bronchial-dilating effectephedrine
free. Mormon tea grows in the cool weather
and goes dormant in summer. This is the
Mormon Tea well send if you dont indicate
preference
30 seeds/pkt $2.95
10 g/11.85 (~700 seeds),
100 g/$59.25 (~7,000 seeds)
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FIREWEED
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FOXGLOVE
FOUR OCLOCKS
GALEGA
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GINGER
GERANIUM
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GOURDS
AND OTHER CUCURBITS
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GRASS
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INDIGO
IRIS
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6 pkts/$19.95
Jerusalem Cherry Solanum pseudocapsicum
Family: Nightshade (Solanacea)
Erect evergreen perennial subshrub native to
South America, hardy to 20 F. Very pretty
plant, quite miniature, especially well-suited
for low bedding plant applications or potted
culture. Source of steroidal alkaloidsantimicrobial and antitumor. Propagate as per
Tomatoes, shade or sun, regular garden soil
20 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic
Jiao-gu-lan, Japanese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .Gynostemma pentaphyllum
(Immortality, Amachazuru)
Family: Cucumber (Cucurbitaceae)
Perennial vine native to Japan, hardy to about
10 F. Used locally as longevity tonic. Tasty
and powerful source of ginsenosides. The bluegreen leaves may be taken fresh or dried and
made into an excellent tea. Plant used in
weight loss and normalization of high blood
pressure. Plant prefers shade and fast-draining
yet fertile soil. Sow in spring or summer.
20 seeds/pkt $4.95, Organic
*$7.95/potted plant, $19.50/3 plants, Organic
Johnny-Jump-Up . . . . . . . . . . .see VIOLET
Khella . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ammi visnaga
(Toothpick Plant)
Family: Carrot (Apiaceae)
Annual.
Native to the Mediterranean.
Requires about 110 days to maturity. Bears
astoundingly long-lasting white umbels.
Tincture of seed is used for treatment of asthma and coronary arteriosclerosis. Plant prefers
full sun, regular watering. Sow in spring.
300 seeds/pkt $2.95,
$34.00/lb
Kiss-Me-Over-the-Garden-Gate . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Polygonum orientale
(Shui-hong-hua-zi, Princes Feather)
Family: Buckwheat (Polygonaceae)
Annual. Native to China. Marvelous, towering,
gigantic plant bearing long rose-pink clusters
of flowers that droop down. In China, the root
is used for treating hepatitis. Direct-seed in
fall or early spring or give 3 weeks coldconditioning. Flowers 6 to 9 feet tall.
50 seeds/pkt $2.95,
$8.85/10 g (~1,000 sds), Organic
LAVENDER
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LICORICE
LOBELIA
Family: Lobelia (Lobeliaceae)
All bear exquisite flowers and have medicinal
applications as described in the individual
entries. Excessive internal dosage may
prove nauseating or emetic. Lobelias prefer
part to full sun, rich, moist soil, much water.
Short-lived seed. Light-dependent germinators. Sow seed in spring or fall. Average germ
time in warm soils is 1 to 3 weeks.
LOBELIA SET (1 seed packet each of the
Lobelia species following.)
$4.90/3 pkts
Price shown is a discount.
Cardinal Flower . . . . . . .Lobelia cardinalis
Herbaceous perennial. Native to eastern,
southern, and central US. Roots used by First
Nations people to make a love charm. Bright
scarlet flowers relished by hummers.
200 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic
Lobelia, Great Blue . . . . .Lobelia siphilitica
Herbaceous perennial. Rivals in its beauty the
most pampered of hybrids, yet it is a longlived, native American perennial. Among the
Fox, the finely-chopped roots were shared by a
couple to avert divorce and renew love.
100 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic
Lobelia, Official . . . . . . . . . .Lobelia inflata
Overwintering annual or annual. Native to the
central, southern, and eastern US. Diminutive
plant with white flowers spotted with lightblue that give way to the characteristic inflated seedpods. Lobelia is an indispensable
antispasmodic. If you dont specify which
Lobelia you want, well send you this.
1,000 seeds/pkt $2.95,
$5.95/g (~18,000 seeds),
$17.85/10 g (~180,000 seeds),
$89.25/100 g (~1,800,000) seeds, Organic
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Lomatium dissectum
Family: Carrot (Apiaceae)
Wild, celery-like herbaceous perennial native
to the Great Basin and other drylands of the
West. This is our most important indigenous,
antiviral herb from the American Pacific
Northwestworks where other antivirals fall
short. Use the root and always combine therapy with Dandelion. Sow fall to early spring.
30 seeds/pkt $3.95,
$11.85/10 g (~400 seeds),
$59.25/100 g (~4,000 seeds)
LOTUS
MACA
Family: Mustard (Brassicaceae)
Biennial, radish-like, rosette-forming plants
native to the high Peruvian Puna. Highly
regarded fertility enhancer and aphrodisiac.
Sow the seed on the surface of the seedbed in
late summer to fall. Germ in 4 to 6 days.
Red Maca . . . . . . . . . .Lepidium peruvianum
The Red Maca is grown in the high Peruvian
puna and is considered to be the strongest of
all Maca cultivars.
100 seeds/pkt $4.95
Yellow Maca . . . . . . . .Lepidium peruvianum
This plant does not need elevation to thrive
we grow it quite successfully here on our farm
in Southern Oregon. Yellow Maca is a select
cultivar that gives high yields of firm,
yellow roots.
100 seeds/pkt $3.95
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MANDRAKE
MAIDENS TEARS
Family: Pink (Caryophyllaceae)
Sow seeds in spring, in pots or by scattering
on a prepared seedbed in the garden.
MALLOW
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MARIGOLD
MEADOWSWEET
MILKWEED
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MINT
MOTHERWORT
MULLEIN
NASTURTIUM
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NAVAJO TEA
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PATCHOULI
PLANTAIN
POPPY
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RHUBARB, MEDICINAL
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SAGE
SAGE
Family: Mint (Lamiaceae)
We feature the main species used in medicine,
as well as some of the strikingly decorative
ones. Planting in a sunny, dry, and welldrained microsite will help assure winter survival. Sow in spring, transplant to warm soil.
Black Sage . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Salvia mellifera
Evergreen to 5 feet, native to the dry hills of
Southern California, from the Pacific Ocean to
the Mojave Desert. Hardy to 10 F. Blueflowered, aromatic. Plant 2 to 3 feet apart.
100 seeds/pkt $2.95
Blue Sage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Salvia azurea
Perennial to 3 to 5 feet. Native to the SW.
Hardy to -25 F. Beautiful light blue flowers
with a ruffled, plate-like lip on the corolla.
Seed is a traditional food of the First Nations
People. Space 1 foot apart.
100 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic
Clary Sage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Salvia sclarea
Biennial. Hardy to -20F. The purple-pink
inflorescences are covered with glandules,
redolent with Clarys peculiar essential oil.
Clary is the scent of euphoria.
50 seeds/pkt $2.95,
$14.85/10 g (~2,400 seeds), Organic
Not for sale to WA state
Dan-shen . . . . . . . . . . . . .Salvia miltiorrhiza
(Chinese Red Sage)
Herbaceous perennial. Native to China.
Hardy to -10 F. Rare. The part used is the
blood red root. Quickens the blooda specific for treating cold extremities of smokers or
the elderly. Prophylactic against strokes.
Flowers large, seductive, sky blue to purple.
30 seeds/pkt $3.95, Organic
Dominican Sage . . . . . . . . .Salvia dominica
Woody perennial flowering 2 to 3 feet tall,
native to the Middle East. Hardy to 0 F.
White flowers disproportionally large to the
plant. All parts of this rare and choice Sage are
embued with the seductive scent of sclareol.
20 seeds/pkt $2.95
Garden Sage . . . . . . . . . . . Salvia officinalis
Woody perennial. Hardy to -30 F. This plant
is simply a must for any traditional herb garden. Indispensable spiceadd to vegetable
and poultry dishes for a wild flavor. Sage
makes an antibacterial mouthwash or gargle
for sore throat; memory enhancing.
100 seeds/pkt $2.95
$11.85/10 g (~1,300 seeds),
$59.25/100 g (~13,000 seeds), Organic
*$7.95/potted plant, $19.50/3 plants, Organic
Jerusalem Sage . . . . .Salvia hierosolimitana
(Royal Sage, Sacred Sage)
This is the rare, Middle-Eastern native with
flowers of wine-red and calyces, bracts and
stem also tinged with red. Well-endowed with
resiny, glandular hairs. A plant for the serious
Sage collector, pretty and rare.
20 seeds/pkt $2.95
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SKULLCAP
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SPILANTHES
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THISTLE
TOBACCO
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TRUMPET VINE
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VALERIAN
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VIOLET
VERVAIN
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WILDE DAGGA
YAGE
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Yopo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Anadenanthera sp
Protect from frost. Tropical hardwood tree.
Source of aboriginal psychoactive snuff.
Feathery leavesMimosa-like tree does well
in pots. Plant prefers part shade to full sun and
well-drained soil. Sow warm, quick germ.
20 seeds/pkt $4.95
$44.25/100 g (~700 seeds)
*$10.00/plant, $27.00/3 plants, Organic
YARROW
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ALOE
Family: Asphodel (Asphodelaceae)
Frost-sensitive perennial succulents with
showy flowers. Sow in spring or summer, in
very fast draining potting soil, in moist, warm
shade. Lay seed on surface, then barely cover
with sand. Grow seedlings close together for
several months before individuating to pots.
Plants prefer frost-free rock garden or a pot on
the windowsill. Aloes do best in ceramic pots.
Cover the hole in the bottom of the pot with a
shard, then fill 1/3 with sand. Then fill the
middle section of the pot with compost. Then
fill up to the brim with sand. Plant the aloe
down into these layers. Do not water for the
first 2 weeks. Then, water once every 3 weeks
or so, more often during the summer, infrequently in winter.
Aloe africana . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Aloe africana
(African Aloe)
<<NEW FOR 2012>>
Protect from frost. Native to the Eastern Cape
of S. Africa, this is one of the handsomest of
Aloes worldwide, the classic, toothed rosette
giving forth oversize, upturned flowers of yellow with excerted stamens of bright orange.
Growing to 6 feet tall in the wild, the plant
thries in containerized culture.
*$15.00/plant, Organic
Aloe arborescens . . . . . . . .Aloe arborescens
(Krantz Aloe)
Hardy to 22 F. Perennial succulent native to
South Africa, growing to 8 feet tall, flowering
coral-red in the fall and winter. Excellent
choice for Coastal California and the South, the
plant is drought tolerant. Krantz is the
Afrikaner word meaning rocky ledge or cliff,
referring to the natural habitat. Like Aloe Vera,
this is a preferred species for production of
Aloe gel. The softly forgiving leaves of the
plant are traditionally taken internally in treating advanced stages of cancer, being antiproliferative, immunostimulatory and antioxidant.
10 seeds/pkt $3.95
*$15.00/plant, Organic
Aloe peglerae . . . . . . . . . . . . .Aloe peglerae
(Vuurpylaalwyn)
<<NEW FOR 2012>>
Perennial succulent native to the Highveld
grasslands of South Africa, where the rain falls
in summer and the winters are cold and dry.
Plants are small, with distinct, incurved leaves
clustering around the short, red, densely flowered spike. Purple stamens protrude from the
corolla. These are rare and very interesting
winter flowering specimens for potted culture
or rock garden. Keep dry in winter.
10 seeds/pkt $3.95
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CACTUS
Illus.
San Pedro
Cactus
CACTUS
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HOODIA
RHODIOLA
(Golden Root)
Family: Stonecrop (Crassulaceae)
Perennial, fleshy succulent. Native to high
northern mountains; circumpolar. The dried
roots are rose-scented and demonstrate adaptogenic properties similar to Eleuthero. Seeds
benefit greatly from 6 weeks cold-conditioning
in refrigerator in moist medium or in flats kept
outdoors in fall or early spring. Press seed into
surface. Snow on flats is good. Germ as soil
warms in spring. Transplant in fall of first year
or in second year. Widely adaptable to various
soil types and drought tolerant once established. Plant prefers northern latitudes, full sun
or part shade, good drainage. When grown in a
good setting, will be ready for harvest after 3
years, and probably better to wait 5.
RHODIOLA SET (1 seed packet each of the
Rhodiolas following.)
$11.90/3 pkts
Price shown is a discount.
Alpine Rhodiola . . . . . . . . . .Rhodiola rosea
Seed originally from a wild accession hailing
from the Austrian and German Alps. Tall form,
reddish flowers.
100 seeds/pkt $4.95
Russian Rhodiola . . . . . . . . .Rhodiola rosea
Seed originally from inside the Russian Arctic
Circle. This is our standard type. Very dependable. Yellow flowered. Mass spec analysis of
plants from this seed shows high levels of
bioactive Rosavins. If you do not indicate preference, this is the one well send.
100 seeds/pkt $4.95
Scandinavian Rhodiola . . . .Rhodiola rosea
(Aurora)
Seed originally from Norway. Shorter form.
Yellow flowered.
100 seeds/pkt $4.95
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CHASTE TREE
Family: Verbenaceae
Perennial, deciduous bushes to small trees to
15 feet. Foliage and beautiful lavender flowers exude exotic perfumes. Prefers sunny,
dry exposure. Easy, but a bit spotty. Scarify
lightly and sow in spring in pots. Average
germ time 18 days. Plant 15 feet apart.
Chaste Tree . . . . . . . . . . .Vitex agnus-castus
Native to the Mediterranean. Hardy to
-20 F. Foliage and beautiful lavender flowers
exude exotic perfumes.
100 seeds/pkt $2.95,
$23.00/lb (~37,600 seeds), Organic
Planting or extraction quality.
$10.00/tree, $27.00/3 trees, Organic
Nirgundi . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Vitex negundo
(Huang-ping, Cut-Leaf Chastetree)
Native to China, E. Asia and the Himalayas,
hardy to -5 F. Significant herb in Ayurvedic
and TCMleaves and seeds used in treating
chronic bronchitis, also as an antibacterial,
antitumor, and tonic agent.
50 seeds/pkt $2.95, Organic
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ELDERBERRY
fine wood used for making boxes, clogs, musical instruments, and pharmaceutical-grade
charcoal. Coppice to grow poles for farm use.
Poles straight, light weight, excellent for
tripods and trellises.
Bioremediation:
Reduction of soil salinity; increases soil fertility; boasts one of the highest carbon uptake
rates of all trees, converting pollution into
wood; and releases large amounts of beneficial
oxygen into atmosphere. Prefers sun to part
shade and a moist soil surface. Sow in spring.
Space trees at least 20 feet apart.
200 seeds/pkt $2.95,
$7.95/g (~1,800 seeds), Organic
Gardenia, Common . .Gardenia jasminoides
(Cape Jasmine, Zhi-zi)
Family: Madder (Rubiaceae)
Low-growing evergreen shrub native to China
and Japan and hardy to 30 F. Grown worldwide for its waxy, delightfully fragrant blossoms. Plant prefers part shade to full sun and
moist, rich, slightly acid soil. Sow in spring.
50 seeds/pkt $2.95,
$6.95/g (~270 seeds), $20.85/10 g (~2,700 sds)
Ginkgo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ginkgo biloba
(Bai-guo)
Family: Ginkgo (Ginkgoaceae)
Perennial, deciduous, dioecious tree. Native to
eastern China. Hardy to -40 F. Ginkgo figures strongly in legend and lore of China.
Ginkgo is resilient, adaptable, and cold hardy.
We provide moist, cold-stored seed that may be
further cold-stored, but is best planted soon in
a warm place. Plant 1 inch deep. Germ begins
at 33 days after planting and continues for
weeks. Typical germ is 40%.
20 seeds/pkt $9.95
$10.00/tree Organic
Goji . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Lycium barbarum
Family: Nightshade (Solanaceae)
Deciduous woody shrub to 9 feet tall, hardy to
-5 F. Native to Northern China. Goji berries
are delicious fresh, juiced, or (more commonly) dried and used like raisins. They are a yin
tonic. We deliver these in the fruits because
the fruits have a preservative effect on germination. Soak fruits in water overnight, then
remove seeds and sow warm, just beneath the
surface, tamp in, and keep in strong light.
100 seeds in fruits/pkt $3.95, Organic
$9.85/100 g (~800 multi-seeded fruits), Organic
Grape, Sweet Wild . . . . . . . . . .Vitis riparia
Family: Grape (Vitaceae)
(River Bank Grape)
Vining perennial hardy to -40F. Native to the
US. Fruits are very round and about half the
size of a domesticated grape. These are best
harvested in the late season. Excellent eaten
fresh, pressed into a flavorfully strong juice or
wine, or dried into raisins. Plant prefers part
sun and trellis, and of course likes to grow near
rivers and streams. Fresh, pre-stratified seed is
best sown upon receipt in warm shade.
30 fresh seeds/pkt $5.95
Not available internationally.
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HAWTHORN
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JUNIPER
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PERSIMMON
RED ROOT
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TEA
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WISTERIA
ONE LOVE
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