Jekka's Complete Herb List - Jekka's Herb Farm

Jekka’s Complete Herb List

Specialising in Organic Culinary, Aromatic, Decorative and Medicinal Herbs RHS Gold Medallist 1993 - 2009 Tudor Rose Award 2007, 2008 RHS Lawrence Award, 2009 Rose Cottage, Shellards Lane, Alveston, Bristol BS35 3SY T: 01454 418878 [email protected] www.jekkasherbfarm.com

Specialising in Organic Culinary, Aromatic, Decorative and Medicinal Herbs

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Contents Please note: pages 4 - 14 are not available in this pdf version.

Welcome................................................................ 3 Our History

not included in pdf version......................... 4

Anyone Can Grow Herbs not included in pdf............ 5 The Organic Message not included in pdf.................. 6 A Guide to Herb Hardiness not included in pdf. ........ 8 In Addition to Plants not included in pdf.................. 10 Terms & Conditions see www.jekkasherbfarm.com/terms.asp 12

A-Z of Herbs........................................................ 15 Salad Herb Mixes................................................. 56 Seed Collections................................................... 57 Rooted Modules................................................... 57 Herb Books...........................................................58 GiftVouchers, Cards and Bags.............................61 Index of Common Plant Names........................... 62 Order Form Checklist.......................................... 74

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Jekka’s Herb Farm www.jekkasherbfarm.com t: 01454 418878

Welcome to Jekka’s Complete Herb List Herein, you will find listed over 600 varieties of herbs, all of which are grown organically here on the farm in South Gloucestershire. The A-Z of Herb Plants lists each herb alphabetically by its botanical name (in bold type), followed by its family name in brackets, and then the plant’s common name. Additionally, an Index of Common Plant Names is provided at the back of this booklet, listing alphabetically the common name of each herb.

Echinacea purpurea Purple Echinacea, Purple Coneflower

Ugni molinae Chilean Guava

You will also find a description of each herb: its properties and uses, plus symbols explaining whether it’s a culinary or medicinal herb, or one that attracts birds, bees and other beneficial insects to the garden. The order form and price list are inserted loose-leaf with this catalogue. If yours is missing, or you require additional copies, please contact our sales office on 01454 418878 or email [email protected]. Alternatively, it can be downloaded from the home page of our website at www.jekkasherbfarm.com. Please see our terms and conditions at www.jekkasherbfarm.com/terms.asp before placing your order.


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A-Z of Herbs


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PA01 Achillea ageratum (Asteracea) English Mace

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Hardy perennial, Ht 30-45cm. Clusters of small creamy daisy-flowers in summer. Culinary mild flavoured leaves used in soups and stews.

P/E P/E

PA02 Achillea filipendulina ‘Gold Plate’ AGM (Asteracea)

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 1.2m. Small golden flowers grouped in flat clusters in summer. Mid green filigree foliage.

P/E P/E

650

PA03 Achillea millefolium (Asteracea) Yarrow, Woundwort, Milfoil

Hardy perennial, Ht. 30-90cm. Small greyish white to pale pink flowers grouped in flat clusters all summer. Green feathery foliage. Ancient medicinal herb.

P/C

PA05 Achillea ptarmica ‘The Pearl’ AGM (Asteracea) Sneezewort

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 75cm. Sprays of very attractive small pure white double or semi double flowers all summer. Small linear green leaves. Medicinal.

P/E P/E

PA06 Acinos alpinus (Lamiaceae) Alpine Basil, Basil Thyme

Hardy perennial, Ht. 70cm. Long purple flower spikes in summer. Aniseed-scented leaves which can be used in salads. Medicinal, used to treat coughs.

Frost hardy perennial, Ht. up to 1m. Lovely mauve/purple tubular flower spikes in summer. Distinctly minty flavoured leaves. Culinary and medicinal.

PA64 Agastache rugosa ‘Golden Jubilee’( Lamiaceae) Anise Hyssop ‘Golden Jubilee’

P/G

P/C

Hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht.10-30cm. Blue flowers in spring and summer. Good ground cover. Traditional medicinal herb.

PA12 Ajuga reptans ‘Atropurpurea’ (Lamiaceae) Bugle Bronze

Hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht.10-30cm. Blue flowers in spring and summer. Good ground cover. Traditional medicinal herb.

PA14 Alchemilla mollis AGM (Rosaceae) Lady’s Mantle

Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Yellow/green flowers in summer. Traditional medicinal herb, ‘A lady’s best friend’.

PA16 Allium cepa Proliferum Group (Alliaceae) Tree Onion, Catawissa Onion

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 1.5m. Small greenish white flowers in second summer. These are followed by small bulbs which form at the top of the stem. The whole plant is edible.

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Biennial

S/C P/C P/C

Hardy perennial, Ht. 50cm. Purple tubular flower spikes in summer. Aniseed-scented golden leaves, prone to sun scorch. Plant in shade. Culinary.

PA11 Ajuga reptans (Lamiaceae) Bugle

S/C P/C

150

PA10 Agastache rugosa (Lamiaceae) Korean Mint, Huo Xiang

P/G

150

PA08 Agastache foeniculum (Pursh) Kuntze (Lamiaceae) Anise Hyssop

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 20cm. Small white lipped pink/mauve flowers all summer. Highly aromatic small grey green leaves. Good in meat or vegetable stews. Also medicinal.

S/B P/C

P/C P/C P/D P/D P/D P/D P/D P/D P/D P/D

Perennial

100

PA17 Allium fistulosum (Alliaceae) Welsh Onion, Japanese Leek

Hardy perennial, Ht. 50cm. Large creamy white globe shaped flowers in early summer of the second season. Whole plant is edible and also medicinal.

P/C P/C

PA18 Allium fistulosum ‘Red Welsh’ (Alliaceae) Red Welsh Onion

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 50cm. Large creamy white globe shaped flowers in early summer of the second season. The lower green stems have a red tinge. Whole plant is edible and also medicinal.

P/C P/C

PA19 Allium nutans (Alliaceae) Siberian Chives, Blue Chives, Chi si shan jiu

Hardy perennial, Ht. 30cm. Purple globe shaped flowers in spring. Leaves and flowers have mild onion flavour. Add to salads, egg and cheese dishes.

P/C

P/C

Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. White star shaped flowers in summer. Culinary, very mild garlic flavour. Use leaves and flowers in salads, etc.

P/C -

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 45cm. White star shaped flowers in late spring. Leaves have a strong onion flavour, eat when young before flowering. The flowers are also edible. Medicinal antiseptic.

P/D P/D

PA59 Aloe Vera (Aloaceae) Aloe Vera

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Frost tender perennial. Ht. up to 90cm. Dense rosettes of thick grey-green leaves. Sap from leaves can be applied to grazes, minor burns and minor sunburn. Medicinal.

P/I P/I

PA77 Aloysia gratissima (Verbenaceae) White Brush

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Frost hardy, deciduous shrub, Ht. up to 3m. Delicate small slightly vanilla scented white or violet tinged flowers. Lance shaped lightly minted scented leaves. Very attractive to butterflies. Native of South America. Medicinal.

P/G P/G

PA26 Aloysia triphylla AGM (Verbenaceae) Lemon Verbena

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 1.5m. Pink/white flowers in summer. Velvety round to ovate grey green leaves. Likes damp soil. Traditional medicinal herb.

Frost tender annual, Ht. up to 1.5m. Striking long lasting red flowers and red edible leaves. Use young leaves in salads or steam when mature. Also medicinal. Plants available May-July only.

PA60 Amomyrtus luma (Myrtaceae) Amomyrtus

P/G

P/C

Frost hardy small tree. White myrtle flowers in late spring followed by black berries which are edible, use in pies or crumbles mixed with other fruits. Dense shiny leaves, scented when crushed or in the sun. New growth is orange/brown. Native of Chile.

Culinary

Medicinal

Enhances Biodiversity

Warning


S/B P/C

180

PA75 Amaranthus tricolor ‘Red Army’ (Amaranthaceae) Amaranth

P/G

100

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Frost hardy, deciduous shrub, Ht. up to 3m. Delicate small white flowers in summer. Highly fragrant lemon scented leaves. Culinary, use in drinks, jams, jellies and ice cream. Also medicinal.

PA27 Althaea officinalis (Malvaceae) Marsh-Mallow

S/C P/C

PA25 Allium ursinum (Alliaceae) Ramsons, Wild Garlic, Wood Garlic

S/A P/C

65

PA24 Allium tuberosum (Alliaceae) Garlic Chives, Chinese Chives

P/C

200

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 40cm. Blue/mauve star shaped flowers in summer. The flat green leaves have mild onion/garlic flavour. Add to salads, egg and cheese dishes etc.

PA22 Allium schoenoprasum (Alliaceae) Chives

S/B

S/D P/A P/G P/G

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200

PA28 Anethum graveolens (Apiaceae) Dill

Frost hardy annual, Ht. up to 1.5m. Umbels of small yellow/green flowers in summer. Leaves and seeds have many culinary uses. Traditional medicinal herb.

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PA29 Angelica archangelica (Apiaceae) Angelica

Hardy monocarpic, Ht. up to 2.5m. Round umbels of sweetly scented flowers in early summer of second year. Use young leaves in salads, young stalks of second year growth can be candied. Also medicinal.

P/C -

Hardy monocarpic, Ht. up to 1.8m. Flat umbels of creamy white flowers in summer of second or third year. Green leaves with deep red stems. Medicinal, used to treat bronchitis and alcoholism.

P/E P/E

PA30 Angelica gigas (Apiaceae) Angelica Gigas, Korean Angelica

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Hardy monocarpic, Ht. 1.4m. Stunning spherical deep red umbels with tiny white flowers in late summer. Palmate green foliage. Medicinal.

P/E P/E

PA58 Angelica pachycarpa (Apiaceae) Spanish Angelica

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Hardy monocarpic, Ht. 60cm. Umbels of small pale greenish flowers in summer of second year. Bright glossy green leaves which look wet.

P/E P/E

PA76 Angelica sylvestris ‘Vicar’s Mead’ (Apiaceae)

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Hardy monocarpic, Ht. up to 2m. Small umbels of pale creamy flowers in summer of second year. Deep purple leaves and stems, a very striking plant.

Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Yellow daisy flowers in summer. Serrated dark green aromatic foliage. Traditional dye plant.

Hardy biennial, grown as an annual, Ht. up to 60cm. Clusters of tiny white flowers in second season. Light green feathery lightly anise flavoured leaves. Plant in partial shade. Plants available May-July only.

Hardy biennial, Ht. 30cm-1m. Tiny green white flowers in summer of second year. The leaves have a strong celery flavour, use young leaves in salads or to flavour soups and sauces. Medicinal, internally used for osteo-arthritis.

PA35 Armeria maritima (Plumbaginaceae) Thrift, Sea Pink

P/C

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 90cm. Tiny white flowers in early spring. Mid green crinkled textured leaves. Harvest roots in Autumn. Culinary and medicinal. INVASIVE.

S/A P/A S/B P/A P/A

Hardy perennial, Ht. 20cm. Attractive rose/pink flowers in early summer. Attracts bees and butterflies. Traditional medicinal herb.

PA37 Armoracia rusticana (Brassicaceae) Horseradish

S/B P/C

270

PA34 Apium graveolens (Apiaceae) Celery Leaf, Wild Celery

P/E

425

PA33 Anthriscus cerefolium (Apiaceae) Chervil

P/E

210

PA32 Anthemis tinctoria (Asteraceae) Dyers Chamomile, Yellow Chamomile

S/A P/C

PA57 Angelica atropurpurea (Apiaceae) American Angelica

S/B -

P/C P/C P/C P/C

PA63 Armoracia rusticana ‘Variegata’ (Brassicaceae) Variegated Horseradish

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Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 75cm. Tiny white flowers in early spring. Mid green white variegated leaves in spring. Harvest roots in Autumn. Culinary and medicinal. INVASIVE

Seeds

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1ltr pot

Annual


Biennial

P/E P/E Perennial

150

PA38 Arnica chamissonis Less. (Asteraceae) North American Arnica, Mountain Tobacco. Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Golden daisy flowers in summer. Light green oval leaves. Medicinal, Poisonous, use externally only.

P/G P/G

PA39 Artemisia abrotanum AGM (Asteraceae) Southernwood, Lads Love

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Hardy shrub, Ht. 1m. Rarely flowers in UK, aromatic feathery grey green foliage. Cut back in spring not autumn to keep bushy. Medicinal and an excellent moth repellent.

Frost hardy perennial, Ht. 1m. Tiny yellow flowers in summer. Silver/green aromatic foliage. The leaves and flowers are very bitter. Important medicinal plant.

P/E P/E 1500

PA40 Artemisia absinthium (Asteraceae) Wormwood

P/C -

Hardy shrub, Ht. 1m. Small light green flowers in late summer. Aromatic feathery foliage. Cut back in spring not autumn to keep bushy. Medicinal and moth repellent.

P/E P/E

PA42 Artemisia annua (Asteraceae) Sweet Annie, Sweet Wormwood

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Frost tender annual, Ht. 2m. Tiny yellow flowers in summer. Aromatic leaves. Used medicinally worldwide to treat malaria and heat stroke.

P/C P/C

PA44 Artemisia chamaemelifolia (Asteraceae) Lady’s Maid

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Hardy perennial, Ht 60cm. Clusters of small dull yellow flowers in summer. Finely cut green aromatic foliage. Good moth repellent

P/G P/G

PA45 Artemisia dracunculus (Asteraceae) French Tarragon

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Frost hardy perennial, Ht. 90cm. Rarely flowers in the UK. Aromatic long narrow smooth green leaves which have an anise flavour. Excellent culinary herb, needs protection from excessive rain in winter.

P/E P/E

PA55 Artemisia ludoviciana ‘Silver Queen’ AGM (Asteraceae) Western Mugwort

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 90cm. Dense panicles of silvery white flowers in summer. Coarsely toothed aromatic silvery green leaves. Insect and moth repellent.

P/E P/E

PA48 Artemisia pontica (Asteraceae) Artemisia Old Warrior, Roman Wormwood

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 1m. Tiny dull yellow flowers in summer. Finely cut downy silvery green leaves. Medicinal herb.

P/E P/E

PA49 Artemisia ‘Powis Castle’ AGM (Asteraceae)

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Frost hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 1m. Panicles of small yellow flowers in summer. Feathery finely cut aromatic silver foliage. Medicinal and insect repellent.

P/E P/E

PA51 Artemisia vulgaris ORIENTAL LIMELIGHT ‘Janlim’ (Asteraceae)

Hardy annual, Ht. 1m. Dark red leaves. Use young leaves in salads or cook mature leaves like spinach. Beware enthusiastic self seeder! Plants available May-July only.

Culinary

Medicinal


Warning


P/E P/E 100

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 1m. Panicles of small beige flowers in summer. Creamy, white and green variegated foliage all year. To maintain variegation cut back throughout the year. Medicinal, vermifuge.

PA53 Atriplex hortensis var. rubra (Chenopodiaceae) Red Orach

S/B P/C

PA41 Artemisia alba (Asteraceae) Camphor Scented Southernwood

S/E

S/B P/A -

Native 19

40

PB01 Beta vulgaris ‘Bulls Blood’ (Chenopodiaceae)

Hardy biennial, grown as annual, Ht 30cm. Deep red leaves, very attractive, good in the vegetable garden or the herb garden. Use young leaves in salads or as a vegetable.

P/B 40

PB02 Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla var. flavescens ‘Rhubarb Chard’ AGM (Chenopodiaceae) Hardy biennial, grown as annual, Ht 45cm. Lovely red ribbed leaves, which make a great spot plant in the garden. The young leaves can be eaten raw or steamed to be served as a vegetable.

P/B

Frost hardy annual, Ht. 60cm. Attractive star shaped blue flowers in summer. Flowers can be used in drinks and salads. Young leaves used in salads. Plants available May-July only.

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Frost hardy annual, Ht. 45cm. Attractive star shaped white flowers in summer. Flowers can be used in drinks and salads. Young leaves used in salads. Plants available May-July only.

P/G

Frost hardy annual, Ht. 15cm. The leaves have a wonderful flavour, the taste starts off as new potatoes and develops into mustard. Grow as a cut and come again salad herb.

Frost hardy annual, Ht. 30cm. Yellow flowers in summer. Oval red/purple tinted leaves with toothed edge. The leaves and flowers have a mild pungent taste, great in salads.

Frost hardy annual, Ht. 15cm. Attractive dark red, narrow indented leaves with a mild mustard flavour. Looks wonderful in salads

Frost hardy annual, Ht. 18cm. Green serrated leaves that are good in stir-fry dishes and salads. Over-winters well under cover for winter salads.

Frost hardy annual, Ht. 80cm. Purple stems, yellow flowers in summer. Leaves, stems and flowers are all edible. Use in salads and stir-fry dishes.

Frost hardy annual, Ht. 20cm. Spoon shaped dark red/purple leaves. Great in salads or stir-fry dishes.

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S/B S/B S/B -

Frost tender perennial, Ht. 45cm. Star shaped yellow or orange flowers throughout the year. Succulent foliage. The sap in the leaves is used for healing in South Africa.

Seeds

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PB12 Bulbine frutescens (Asphodelaceae) African Bulbine, Burn Jelly Plant

S/B -

200

PB16 Brassica rapa rubra Chinesis Group (Brassicaceae) Red Pak Choi

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150

PB07 Brassica rapa var. purpurea (Brassicaceae) Purple Flowering Choy Sum

S/B -

150

PB06 Brassica rapa var. japonica (Brassicaceae) Mizuna, Japanese Green

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250

PB15 Brassica juncea var. crispifolia ‘Rubra’ (Brassicaceae) Red Frills Mustard

S/B -

150

PB14 Brassica juncea ‘Rubra’ (Brassicaceae) Red Mustard

150

P/G

PB13 Brassica ‘Golden Streaks’ (Brassicaceae) Golden Mustard

20

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Half hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Lovely pale blue small star shaped flowers. Rough bristly oval green leaves (can cause contact rashes). Medicinal.

S/C P/B

-

PB05 Borago pygmaea (Boraginaceae) Prostrate Borage, Corsican Borage

S/A P/B

30

PB04 Borago officinalis ‘Alba’ (Boraginaceae) White Borage

S/B P/B

30

PB03 Borago officinalis (Boraginaceae) Borage

S/D P/B

Biennial

P/G P/G Perennial

PB08 Buxus sempervirens AGM (Buxaceae) Box

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Hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. up to 9m. Tiny pale green flowers in early summer. Glossy dark green leaves. Medicinal, used homeopathically to treat arthritis. Good habitat for wildlife.

P/G P/G

PB09 Buxus sempervirens ‘Elegantissima’ AGM (Buxaceae) Variegated Box

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Hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. 1m. Good variegated gold green leaves. Slow growing. Use either as a single specimen plant or plant as hedging.

P/G P/G

PB10 Buxus sempervirens ‘Latifolia Maculata’ AGM (Buxaceae) Golden Box

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Hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. up to 1m. Gold green leaves. The new growth in spring is very golden. Very good for hedges. Good habitat for wildlife.

P/G P/G

PC01 Calamintha grandiflora (Lamiaceae) Calamint Grandiflora

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Lovely pink flowers in summer. Lightly mint scented oval toothed leaves. Culinary and medicinal.

P/C P/C

PC04 Calamintha menthifolia (Lamiaceae) Calamint, Mountain Balm

Hardy perennial, Ht. 30cm. Small purple/white flowers in summer. Whole plants is aromatic. Culinary and traditional medicinal herb.

PC35 Catha edulis (Celastraceae) Ghat, Khat, Qat

Half hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. up to 3m. Small yellow or white flowers on mature plants only. Oval dark green shiny leathery leaves. Grow as a container plant in a very sheltered place. Medicinal.

PC11 Cedronella canariensis (Lamiaceae) Balm of Gilead

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Half hardy perennial, Ht. 1m. Attractive pink to mauve two lipped flowers in summer. Very aromatic three lobed leaves. Medicinal. Protect in winter.

Culinary

Medicinal


Warning


S/F P/I P/I

150

Hardy biennial, Ht. first year 20cm, second year 60cm. Tiny clusters of creamy white flowers in early summer of second season. Feathery bright green leaves. Seeds used in cooking. Leaves used in salads. Also used medicinally

S/C P/A

50

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Half hardy annual, Ht. 1m. Delicate tiny coral flower bracts in late summer and early autumn. Aromatic textured leaves. Whole plant is incense scented. Can cause irritation to touch. Plants available May-July only.

PC10 Carum carvi (Apiaceae) Caraway

S/B P/A

45

P/C

Frost hardy annual, Ht. 30cm. Orange/yellow double flowers throughout the season until the first frosts. Culinary, use flowers in salads. Important medicinal herb. Plants available May-July only.

PC07 Calomeria amaranthoides (Asteraceae) Incense Plants

S/C P/C

Frost hardy annual, Ht. 45cm. Orange/yellow single flowers throughout the season until the first frosts. Oval slightly hairy leaves. Culinary, use flowers in salads. Important medicinal herb. Plants available May-July only.

PC06 Calendula officinalis Fiesta Gitana Group AGM (Asteraceae) Marigold Fiesta Gitana.

P/C

45

PC05 Calendula officinalis (Asteraceae) Pot Marigold

P/C

275

PC03 Calamintha nepeta (Lamiaceae) Lesser Calamint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Pale pink flowers in summer. Mint scented oval toothed leaves. Culinary and medicinal.

S/A P/A P/I P/I P/G P/G

Native 21

100

PC12 Centaurea cyanus (Asteraceae) Cornflower

Frost hardy annual, Ht. 75cm. Lovely bright blue flowers in summer. Lance shaped grey green leaves. Attracts bees and butterflies. Medicinal, the seeds were used as a mild laxative. Plants available May-July only.

PC14 Centella asiatica (Apiaceae) Gotu Kola, Indian Pennywort, Tiger Grass

P/G P/G

PC15 Centranthus ‘White Cloud’ (Valerianaceae) White Valerian

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Showy fragrant white flowers in summer. Oval pointed grey green leaves. Good butterfly plant.

P/C P/C 100

PC16 Centranthus ruber (Valerianaceae) Red Valerian, Jupiter’s Beard

Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Showy fragrant red flowers in summer. Oval pointed grey green leaves. Excellent butterfly plant.

P/C -

Frost hardy shrub, Ht. up to 1.5m. Highly scented creamy flowers. Lance shaped green leaves. Medicinal, do NOT self administer. The plant can be TOXIC to cattle.

Hardy perennial, Ht. 10cm in leaf, Ht. 30cm in flower. White daisy like flowers in summer. Sweet smelling foliage. Use flowers to make chamomile tea.

P/I P/I 1080

PC17 Chamaemelum nobile (Asteraceae) Chamomile, Roman Chamomile

P/C

Hardy perennial, Ht. 8cm. Double white daisy like flowers in summer. Sweet smelling foliage. Flowers can be used in salads and tea. Good for lawns. Also available in modules see page 57.

P/D

Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Tiny greenish yellow flowers. Mid green large arrow shaped leaves. Culinary, steam flower spikes, use leaves in casseroles, stuffings and soups.

Frost hardy annual, Ht. up to 2m. Boring flowers, stunning leaves which have a magenta centre. Use young leaves in salads, cook mature leaves like spinach. Plants available May-July only.

P/C

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 1m. Clear blue flowers in the second summer. Oval mid green coarsely toothed leaves. Use young leaves and flowers in salads. Also medicinal.

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Biennial

S/C -

125

S/C P/B

Frost hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Single daisy like, all yellow, or yellow and white flowers in summer. Serrated mid green leaves. Flowers and leaves can be used in stir fry dishes or salads. Very attractive plant.

PC23 Cichorium intybus (Asteraceae) Chicory, Succory

S/C P/C

100

PC45 Chrysanthemum coronarium (Asteraceae) Chopsuey Green, Flavon

P/D

220

PC22 Chenopodium giganteum (Chenopodiaceae) Tree Spinach, Mexican Tree Spinach

P/D

105

PC21 Chenopodium bonus-henricus (Chenopodiaceae) Good King Henry

22

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Hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 6cm. Non-flowering. Needs no mowing! Plant 10-15 cm apart in well drained ground, not stony. Also available in modules see page 57.

P/D

PC19 Chamaemelum nobile ‘Treneague’ (Asteraceae) Lawn Chamomile,Chamomile Treneague

S/D P/C

PC18 Chamaemelum nobile ‘Flore Pleno’ (Asteraceae) Double Flowered Chamomile

S/B P/C

PC39 Cestrum parquii AGM (Solanaceae) Chilean Jasmine, Willow-leaved Jasmine

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Half hardy perennial, creeping, Ht. 20cm. Tiny pink flowers in summer. Bright green kidney shaped leaves. Outstandingly important medicinal herb used in the treatment of leprosy and helps restore the memory

S/B P/A

S/B P/C P/C

Perennial

175

PC24 Claytonia perfoliata (Portulacaceae) Winter Purslane, Miner’s Lettuce

Frost hardy annual, Ht. 30cm. Small white flowers in summer. The whole plant is edible. Can be grown as a cut and come again crop. Good as a winter crop or for use in early spring.

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PC44 Clinopodium vulgare (Lamiaceae) Wild Basil

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Hardy perennial, Ht up to 60cm. Pink flowers appear in July. A good plant for dry and shady spots. Leaves used to flavour salads and prepare infusions. Good for digestion.

P/C P/C 280

PC26 Coriandrum sativum (Apiaceae) Coriander

Half hardy annual, Ht. 60cm. White flowers in summer followed by round seeds The leaves before flowering have the best flavour. Whole plant is edible, leaves and seeds. Also medicinal.

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Hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 30cm. Clusters of small round flower heads in summer. Silky finely cut silver/green leaves.

P/G P/G

PC38 Crambe cordifolia AGM (Brassicaceae) Giant Sea Kale

P/E

9

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 1.5m. Long attractive sprays of tiny white flowers held above large green leaves. Attractive to bees and other beneficial insects.

PC27 Crambe maritima AGM (Brassicaceae) Sea-Kale

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 75cm. Honey scented white flowers in summer. Attractive fleshy grey green leaves with crinkled edges. Culinary, blanch leaves in autumn for eating in the spring.

P/E

Hardy perennial, Ht. 30cm. Small white flowers in summer. Green leaves. The young leaves have a celeryish flavour, can be used in salads or stir fry dishes.

P/E P/E 100

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Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 45cm. Umbels of tiny yellow green flowers in summer. The leaves are oblong and succulent. Leaves are eaten in salads. Also medicinal.

PC29 Cryptotaenia japonica (Apiaceae) Japanese Parsley, Mitsuba

P/C -

Frost tender perennial, Ht. up to 1.5m. Lemon scented linear leaves that can grow to 90cm in length. Do not over water in winter. Culinary and medicinal.

P/G P/G

PC43 Cymbopogon flexuosus (Poaceae) East Indian Lemon Grass

Hardy perennial evergreen, Ht. up to 2.5m. Large thistle like blue/violet flowers in summer, large silver/grey serrated leaves. Blanch leaves in winter to produced edible leaf ribs. Also medicinal.

Hardy perennial, Ht. 10cm. Fragrant pink flowers all summer, small dark green leaves. Use petals in salads and puddings.

Culinary

Medicinal


Warning


P/G S/C P/E 1000

PD01 Dianthus deltoides AGM (Caryophyllaceae) Maiden Pink

P/G

12

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Frost tender perennial. Fast growing clumps can reach heights of up to 2m. Aromatic leaves can be used in cooking and for preparing infusions.

PC31 Cynara cardunculus AGM (Asteraceae) Cardoon

S/C P/C

PC30 Cymbopogon citratus (Poaceae) Lemon Grass

S/F -

PC28 Crithmum maritimum (Apiaceae) Rock Samphire

S/B -

PC40 Cotula hispida (Asteraceae)

S/B

S/B P/C P/C

Native 23

PD20 Dianthus ‘Mrs Sinkins’ (Caryophyllaceae)

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 30cm. Very fragrant clove scented double white flowers in summer. Narrow grey-green leaves. Flower petals can be eaten in salads.

P/E P/E

PD08 Dianthus ‘Spring Star’ (Caryophyllaceae)

-

Hardy perennial, Ht. 30cm. Pretty clove scented pink, with a dark magenta centre flowers in summer. Narrow blue-grey leaves. Flower petals can be eaten in salads.

P/E P/E

PD07 Dianthus ‘Whatfield Cancan’ AGM (Caryophyllaceae)

Hardy biennial, Ht. up to 1.8m. Tubular purple flowers in the second early summer. Large green lance shaped leaves. The whole plant is POISONOUS. Medicinal, do NOT self administer.

P/E

P/C

Hardy perennial, Ht. 75cm. Small yellow 4 petalled flowers in summer. Deeply divided aromatic leaves which are delicious in salads, they have a more intense flavour than Salad Rocket. Plant in partial shade.

Hardy biennial, Ht. 2m. Large globular flower heads in summer. The tiny mauve flowers open in bands. Oval prickly leaves. The seeds are attractive to birds especially finches.

P/E

Hardy perennial, Ht. 1.2m. Purple/rose honey scented daisy like flowers with dark cone centre which becomes more pointed as the plant matures. Oval deeply veined leaves. It is the root that is used medicinally.

Hardy biennial, Ht. up to 1m. Attractive bright blue/pink flowers in second summer. Narrow, bristly, mid green leaves. Old medicinal herb. Attracts butterflies.

PE05 Elettaria cardamomum (Zingiberaceae) Cardamom

Frost tender evergreen perennial, Ht. up to 3m in warm climates. Evergreen aromatic long leaves. Does not flower in Northern European climates. Use the leaves to flavour steamed fish or chicken.

PE12 Elsholtzia stauntonii (Lamiaceae ) Mint Shrub

Frost hardy shrub, deciduous, Ht. up to 1.5m. Spikes of attractive lilac purple flowers in summer. Lance shaped mid green leaves that turn red in autumn. Medicinal Chinese plant.

qty.

Seeds

8cm pot

1ltr pot

Annual


Biennial

S/E P/E P/E

75

PE04 Echium vulgare (Boraginaceae) Vipers Bugloss

S/E P/E

25

S/E P/E

Hardy perennial, Ht. 80cm. Honey scented daisy like flowers with dark cone centre and long pink hanging petals. Narrow oval dark green leaves. It is the root that is used medicinally.

PE03 Echinacea purpurea (Asteraceae) Echinacea (Purple Coneflower)

S/B

P/E

40

P/C

P/B

Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Pink/red honey scented daisy like flowers with dark cone centre. Mid green linear leaves. It is the root that is used medicinally.

PE02 Echinacea pallida (Asteraceae) Echinacea (Coneflower)

S/B P/C

P/B

25

PE01 Echinacea angustifolia (Asteraceae) Echinacea (Black Sampson)

150

PD05 Dipsacus fullonum (Dipsacaceae) Fullers Teasel

S/B P/C

450

PD04 Diplotaxis muralis (Brassicaceae) Wild Rocket

P/E

250

PD03 Digitalis purpurea (Scrophulariaceae) Foxglove

24

-

Hardy perennial, Ht. 30cm. Pretty clove scented pink frilled double flowers in summer. Narrow blue-grey leaves. Flower petals can be eaten in salads.

S/B P/C P/C P/I P/G P/G

Perennial

PE06 Eriocephalus africanus (Asteraceae) South African Wild Rosemary

-

Frost hardy, evergreen shrub, Ht. up to 2m. Clusters of white daisy like flowers with deep maroon centers in autumn. Grey aromatic soft thin leaves. Important medicinal plant. Also culinary, used with lamb.

Half hardy annual, Ht. up to 90cm. Cream flowers with dark brown veins in summer. Oval, serrated lance shaped mid green leaves. The leaves and flowers are delicious in salads.

P/G 350

PE07 Eruca vesicaria subsp. sativa (Brassicaceae) Salad Rocket

P/G

-

PE13 Escallonia resinosa (Escalloniaceae) Curry Scented Escallonia

-

Hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht up to 1.5m. Clusters of white flowers in late summer. Small dark green leaves which have a curry scent after rain or watering. Native of Chile.

P/G P/G

PE09 Eupatorium purpureum (Asteraceae) Jo Pye Weed, Gravel Root

-

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 3m. Dense clusters of fragrant pink flowers in late summer. Oval dark green leaves. Medicinal, used for kidney and urinary disorders.

P/C P/C

PF01 Ferula communis (Apiaceae) Giant Fennel

-

Frost hardy perennial, Ht. up to 5m. Tiny yellow flowers in clusters in very early spring. Feathery dark green leaves which die back in summer reappearing in autumn. Traditional medicinal herb.

P/I P/I 120

PF02 Filipendula ulmaria (Rosaceae) Meadowsweet

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 1.2m. Clusters of frothy, almond scented, creamy white flowers in summer. Traditional medicinal herb. Dye plant, black.

P/C -

Hardy perennial, Ht. 10-50cm. Clusters of cream/white flowers in summer. Attractive very heavily divided dark green leaves. Plant in gravelly and chalky soil, will survive clay. Traditional medicinal herb.

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 2.1m. Large flat umbels of small yellow flowers in summer followed by aromatic edible seeds. Soft green feathery foliage. Culinary uses with fish, pork, salads and barbecues.

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 2.1m. Large flat umbels of small yellow flowers in summer followed by aromatic edible seeds. Striking bronze feathery leaves. Culinary uses with fish, pork and salads.

P/C

P/C

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 2.1m. Large flat umbels of small yellow flowers in summer followed by aromatic edible seeds. Very striking bronze with a hint of dark red feathery leaves. Culinary uses with fish, pork and salads.

PF12

Fragaria x annanassa Pink Panda ‘Frel’(Rosaceae) Strawberry Pink Panda PBR

P/C

P/C -

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 30cm. Small white flowers followed by small sweet red fruit all summer. Trifoliate mid green toothed leaves which are edible when young. Culinary and medicinal.

Culinary

Medicinal


Warning


P/E P/E 300

P/C

Hardy perennial, Ht. 15cm. Clusters of pretty pink flowers throughout the summer, followed by edible fruit. Trifoliate mid green toothed leaves.

PF09 Fragaria vesca (Rosaceae) Wild Strawberry

S/B P/C

PF08 Foeniculum vulgare ‘Rubrum’ (Apiaceae) Fennel Rubrum

S/B P/C

210

PF07 Foeniculum vulgare ‘Purpureum’ (Apiaceae) Bronze Fennel

P/C

230

PF06 Foeniculum vulgare (Apiaceae) Fennel

S/B P/C

PF05 Filipendula vulgaris (Rosaceae) Dropwort

S/A -

S/C P/C P/C

Native 25

PF13 Fragaria vesca ‘White Delight’ (Rosaceae) White fruiting Wild Strawberry

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Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 30cm. Small white flowers followed by small sweet white fruit, that are less prone to bird attack, all summer. Trifoliate mid green toothed leaves which are edible when young. Culinary and medicinal.

P/E P/E

PF15 Fuchsia arborescens (Onagraceae) Tree Fuchsia

-

Frost hardy shrub, Ht. up to 2m. Dark pink flowers come out in June and last through the summer, followed by purple fruit. A good conservatory plant.

60

PG01 Galega officinalis (Papilionaceae) Goats Rue, French Lilac

P/C

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 1.5m. Racemes of mauve or white pea like flowers in summer. The alternate leaves are pinnate with 4 to 8 pairs of oblong leaflets. Medicinal plant used to treat digestive problems.

P/C

PG02 Galium odoratum (Rubiaceae) Sweet Woodruff

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Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 30cm. Clusters of small white flowers in spring. The aromatic leaves are narrow and lance shaped. 6-8 leaves grow around each stem in a complete circle. Traditional medicinal herb.

P/E P/E

PG06 Glycyrrhiza glabra (Papilionaceae) Liquorice

-

Hardy perennial, Ht. 1.5m. Pale blue/violet pea like flowers in summer. The large green leaves are divided into oval leaflets. The root is used medicinally.

P/I P/I

PH01 Helichrysum italicum AGM (Asteraceae) Curry Plant

-

Hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. 60cm. Silver leaves, tiny mustard yellow flowers in summer. Narrow silver leaves which smell of curry. Some culinary uses.

P/E P/E

PH02 Helichrysum italicum ‘Dartington’ (Asteraceae) Dartington Curry Plant

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Hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. 45cm. Small yellow flowers in summer. The silver/grey leaves are highly aromatic of curry.

P/E P/E

PH03 Helichrysum italicum ‘Korma’ (Asteraceae) Korma Curry Plant PBR

-

Hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. 60cm. Tiny mustard yellow flowers in summer. Very silver nearly white leaves which smell of curry. Some culinary uses.

P/E P/E

PH04 Helichrysum microphyllum (Willd.) Cambess.(Asteraceae) Dwarf Curry Plant

-

Hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. 30cm. Tiny mustard yellow flowers in summer. Silver curry scented leaves. Some culinary uses.

Hardy perennial, Ht. 90cm. Clusters of night scented white or purple flowers in summer. Lance shaped leaves. Culinary. Good food plant for the Orange Tip Butterfly.

P/E P/E 100

PH05 Hesperis matronalis (Asteraceae) Sweet Rocket

P/C

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 90cm. Lightly scented yellow flowers in summer. Small oval green leaves that are covered with tiny translucent spots. Medicinal, used to treat nervous tension.

qty.

Seeds

8cm pot

1ltr pot

Annual


Biennial

P/G P/G 250

26

-

Hardy perennial climber, Ht up to 9m. It is dioecious, male and female flowers appear on separate plants. The female flower is cone like and hidden by papery scales. The golden leaves have 3-5 lobes with sharply toothed edges. Medicinal and culinary

PH06 Hypericum perforatum (Clusiaceae) St. John’s Wort

S/B P/C

PH12 Humulus lupulus ‘Aureus’ AGM (Cannabaceae ) Golden Hop

S/B P/C

S/B P/C P/C

Perennial

95

PH07 Hyssopus officinalis (Lamiaceae) Hyssop, Blue Hyssop

Hardy perennial, Ht. 80cm. Dense spikes of small dark blue flowers in summer. Small narrow lance shaped aromatic green leaves. Culinary, use small amounts with fatty fish and meat.

P/D P/D 95

PH08 Hyssopus officinalis f. albus (Lamiaceae) White Hyssop

Hardy perennial, Ht. 80cm. Dense spikes of small white flowers in summer. Small narrow lance shaped aromatic green leaves. Culinary, use small amounts with fatty fish and meat.

P/D

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 2.4m. Large bright yellow ragged daisy like flowers in summer. Large green oval leaves. Culinary, the roots can be used to flavour puddings. Ancient medicinal herb.

PI04

Inula orientalis (Asteraceae) Oriental Elecampane Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 90cm. Large orange sunflower like flowers in early summer. Large green oval leaves.

Iris pseudacorus AGM (Iridaceae) Yellow Iris, Yellow Flag Iris Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 1.5m. Large bright yellow flowers in spring. Sword shaped bright grey green leaves form narrow fans. Dye plant, yellow from the flowers and black dye from the roots. Plant in wet soil near water. Isatis tinctoria (Brassicaceae) Woad Hardy biennial, Ht. up to 1.3m in second year. Clusters of sweet scented yellow flowers in second early summer, followed by black pendant seeds. Lance shaped leaves. Traditional dye plant (blue). Medicinal.

PJ01

Jasminum officinale AGM (Oleaceae) Jasmine, Common Jasmine

P/D P/D

Hardy tree, evergreen, Ht. up to 8m. Small pale yellow flowers in spring followed by oval dark blue berries. Oval dark green leaves. Culinary. Add to stocks, soups, stews, etc. Small plants can be kept on the windowsill in winter.

PL39 Lavandula angustifolia ‘Alba’ (Lamiaceae) White Lavender

Hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 75cm. Long spikes of white flowers in summer. Silver, grey, green, aromatic foliage. Medicinal and culinary, add flowers and leaves sparingly to stews, soups and salads.

Culinary

Medicinal


Warning


S/C P/C P/C S/C P/B P/B P/E P/E

350

Half hardy annual, Ht. 20cm. Vibrant red leaves. The leaves look great in salads or wilted and used as a vegetable.

PL01 Laurus nobilis AGM (Lauraceae) Bay

P/D

Frost hardy perennial, deciduous climber, Ht. up to 10m. Small fragrant white flowers all summer followed by black berries. Pinnate leaves which have 3-9 leaflets. Medicinal.

PL74 Lactuca sativa ‘Batavian Red’ (Asteraceae) Red Lettuce

S/B P/D

35

PI03

P/D

10

PI02

S/C P/D

80

P/D

Hardy perennial, Ht. 80cm. Dense spikes of small pink flowers in summer. Small narrow lance shaped aromatic green leaves. Culinary, use small amounts with fatty fish and meat.

PI01 Inula helenium (Asteraceae) Elecampane

P/D

95

-

Hardy perennial, Ht. 30cm. Dense spikes of small blue flowers in summer. Small narrow lance shaped aromatic green leaves. Good compact habit. Culinary.

PH10 Hyssopus officinalis ‘Roseus’ (Lamiaceae) Pink Hyssop

S/C P/D

PH09 Hyssopus officinalis subsp. aristatus (Lamiaceae) Rock Hyssop

S/A

S/C P/L P/L P/E P/E

Native 27

PL04 Lavandula angustifolia ‘Ashdown Forest’ (Lamiaceae) Lavender Ashdown Forest

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Hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 45cm. Short spikes of pale blue flowers in summer. Grey, green, aromatic foliage. Compact habit. Medicinal and culinary, add flowers and leaves sparingly to stews, soups and salads.

P/E P/E

PL05 Lavandula angustifolia ‘Cedar Blue’ (Lamiaceae) Lavender Cedar Blue

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Hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 40cm. Short spikes of violet flowers in summer. Grey, green, aromatic foliage. Dwarf compact habit. Medicinal and culinary, add flowers and leaves sparingly to stews, soups and salads.

P/E P/E

PL49 Lavandula angustifolia ‘Folgate’ (Lamiaceae) Lavender Folgate

Hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 45 cm. Short spikes of dark violet flowers in summer. Grey aromatic foliage. Medicinal and culinary, add flowers and leaves sparingly to stews, soups and salads.

Hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 30cm. Short spikes of mid blue flowers in summer. Grey aromatic foliage. Medicinal and culinary, add flowers and leaves sparingly to stews, soups and salads.

PL67 Lavandula angustifolia ‘Nana Alba’ AGM (Lamiaceae) Dwarf White Lavender

Hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 30cm. Short spike of white flowers in summer. Grey green aromatic foliage. Compact habit. Medicinal and culinary, add flowers sparingly to soups, stews and salads.

PL10 Lavandula angustifolia ‘Rosea’ (Lamiaceae) Pink Lavender

Hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 45cm. Short spikes of pale pink flowers in summer. Grey, green aromatic foliage. Culinary, add flowers and leaves sparingly to stews, soups and salads. Also medicinal.

PL42 Lavandula angustifolia ‘Twickel Purple’ (Lamiaceae) Lavender Twickel Purple

Hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 45cm. Medium spikes of mauve flowers in summer. Grey, green aromatic foliage. Culinary, add flowers and leaves sparingly to stews, soups and salads. Also medicinal.

PL55 Lavandula ‘Bee Happy’ (Lamiaceae) Lavender ‘Bee Happy’

Frost hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 45cm. Blue flowers topped with white bracts in summer. Narrow, short, green grey aromatic leaves. Medicinal and aromatic. Culinary, add flowers to soups, stews and salads. Protect in winter.

PL21 Lavandula x chaytoriae ‘Sawyers’ AGM (Lamiaceae) Lavender Sawyers

Hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 45cm. Conical spikes of purple flowers in summer. Soft silver aromatic leaves. Protect from excessive wet in winter. Medicinal and culinary.

PL06 Lavandula x christiana (Lamiaceae) Lavender Christiana

Frost tender perennial, evergreen, Ht. 45cm. Blue trident flowers in summer, serrated aromatic silver foliage. Very attractive plant needs protection in winter from frost and rain. Medicinal and culinary.

PL11 Lavandula dentata (Lamiaceae) Fringed Lavender, Lavender Dentata

Frost hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 50cm. Attractive pale mauve flowers topped with short pale mauve bracts in summer and early autumn. Deeply serrated highly aromatic green leaves. Protect from excessive wet winters. Medicinal and culinary.

qty.

Seeds

8cm pot

1ltr pot

Annual


Biennial

P/E S/C P/E P/E 125

PL08 Lavandula angustifolia ‘Munstead’ (Lamiaceae) Lavender Munstead

P/E

125

PL07 Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’ AGM (Lamiaceae) Lavender Hidcote

28

-

Hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 60cm. Short spikes of mid purple blue flowers in summer. Grey, green, aromatic foliage. Compact habit. Medicinal and culinary, add flowers and leaves sparingly to stews, soups and salads.

S/C P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E

Perennial

PL12 Lavandula dentata var. candicans (Lamiaceae) Lavender Candicans

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Frost hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 75cm. Pale purple flowers, topped with short pale purple bracts in summer. Serrated soft grey leaves. Grow under protection in winter. Medicinal and culinary.

P/E P/E

PL52 Lavandula ‘Devonshire Compact’ (Lamiaceae) Lavender Devonshire

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Frost hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 45cm. Purple flowers topped with pale mauve bracts in summer. Narrow, short, green grey aromatic leaves. A more compact habit than French Lavender. Medicinal and culinary.

P/E P/E

PL23 Lavandula ‘Fathead’ (Lamiaceae) Lavender Fathead

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Frost hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 45cm. Deep purple flowers topped with pale mauve bracts in summer. Narrow, short, green grey aromatic leaves. Medicinal and culinary.

P/E P/E

PL14 Lavandula ‘Helmsdale’ (Lamiaceae) Lavender Helmsdale PBR

Frost hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 60cm. Burgundy purple flowers topped with burgundy bracts in summer. Narrow, short, green grey aromatic leaves. Medicinal and culinary.

PL68

Lavandula x intermedia ‘Pale Pretender’ syn. Grappenhall (Lamiaceae) Lavender Pale Pretender

P/E P/E -

Hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 85cm. Long spikes of pale mauve flowers in summer. Grey, green aromatic foliage. Culinary, add flowers and leaves sparingly to stews, soups and salads. Also medicinal.

P/E P/E

PL16 Lavandula x intermedia ‘Grosso’ (Lamiaceae) Lavender Grosso

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Hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 85cm. Long spikes of purple blue flowers in summer. Grey, aromatic foliage. Culinary, add flowers and leaves sparingly to stews, soups and salads. Also medicinal.

P/E P/E

PL17 Lavandula x intermedia ‘Lullingstone Castle’ (Lamiaceae) Lavender Lullingstone Castle

Hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 1m. Long spikes of blue, purple flowers in summer. Excellent for cutting and drying. Silver, grey aromatic foliage. Medicinal and culinary.

PL18 Lavandula x intermedia ‘Seal’ (Lamiaceae) Lavender Seal

Hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 1m. Long spikes of mid-purple flowers in summer. Excellent for cutting and drying. Silvery grey aromatic foliage. Medicinal and culinary.

PL19 Lavandula lanata AGM (Lamiaceae) Woolly Lavender

Frost hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 50cm. Attractive deep purple flowers in summer, soft silver grey aromatic foliage. Protect from excessive wet in winter. Medicinal and culinary.

PL25 Lavandula pedunculata subsp. pedunculata AGM (Lamiaceae) Portuguese Lavender

Frost hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 60cm. Purple flowers topped with long mauve/purple bracts in summer. Narrow, short, green grey aromatic leaves. Medicinal and culinary.

P/E P/E 120

PL03 Lavandula x intermedia Old English Group (Lamiaceae) English Lavender

-

Hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 1m. Long spikes of mauve flowers in summer. Excellent for cutting and drying. Silver, grey aromatic foliage. Medicinal and culinary.

S/C P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E

PL22 Lavandula stoechas AGM (Lamiaceae) French Lavender

Frost hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 45cm. Purple flowers topped with pale mauve bracts in summer. Narrow, short, green grey aromatic leaves. Culinary, add flowers and leaves sparingly to stews, soups and salads. Also medicinal.

Culinary

Medicinal


Warning


P/E P/E Native 29

PL24 Lavandula stoechas subsp. stoechas f. rosea ‘Kew Red’ (Lamiaceae) Lavender Kew Red

-

Half hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 40cm. Crimson flowers topped with pale pink bracts in summer. Narrow, short, green grey aromatic leaves. Protect in winter. Medicinal and aromatic. Culinary, add flowers to soups, stews and salads.

P/E P/E

PL27 Lavandula viridis (Lamiaceae) Green Lavender, Lemon Lavender, Lavender Viridis

-

Frost hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 60cm. Lime green flowers topped with pale green bracts in summer. Wonderful pine lemon, lavender scent to flowers and leaves. Culinary, use with strong flavoured dishes. Also medicinal.

P/E P/E

PL26 Lavandula ‘Willow Vale’ AGM (Lamiaceae) Lavender Willow Vale

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Frost hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. 60cm. Large pale purple bracts in summer. Taller grower than stoechas. Narrow, short, green grey aromatic leaves. Attractive plant, needs sheltered sunny position and well drained, sandy soil. Medicinal and culinary.

P/E P/E

PL76 Lepechinia hastata (Lamiaceae) False Salvia, Pitcher Sage

-

Frost hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. to 1.2m. Spikes of dark magenta flowers in summer. Large grey green aromatic leaves. In warm climates this is an evergreen. Medicinal.

P/G P/G

PL64 Leptospermum scoparium (Myrtaceae) New Zealand Tea Tree

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Frost hardy evergreen shrub, Ht. to 3m. Narrow lance shaped aromatic grey/green leaves. White star-shaped flowers in late spring/early summer. The leaves can be used to make tea. The sap from the branches is used medicinally.

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 80cm. Large daisy flowers produced singly on long stalks in summer. Green oval toothed leaves. Nectar plant. Traditional medicinal herb.

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 2m. Flat clusters of small pale greenish yellow flowers in summer. Deeply divided toothed mid green leaves that smell of celery when crushed. Culinary, use young leaves in soups, stews and with new potatoes.

P/C

P/C -

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 90cm. Umbels of white flowers in summer followed by edible seeds. Glossy leaves divided into three broad toothed leaflets on red green stems. Culinary, the seeds can be used in soups, breads and stews.

P/E P/E 500

PL30 Linaria vulgaris (Scrophulariaceae) Toadflax

Hardy Perennial, Ht. up to 80cm. Racemes of yellow flowers with orange tips in summer. Grey green narrow fleshy leaves. Attracts bees and butterflies. Flowers are a dye plant. Traditional medicinal herb.

Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Sky blue flowers in summer. Small narrow mid green leaves. A beneficial biodiversity plant. Traditional medicinal herb.

PL32 Linum perenne ‘Album’ (Linaceae) White Flax

Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. White flowers in summer. Small narrow mid green leaves. A beneficial biodiversity plant. Traditional medicinal herb.

70

PL31 Linum perenne (Linaceae) Flax, Linseed

S/A P/C

PL62 Ligusticum scoticum (Apiaceae) Scots Lovage, Sea Lovage

S/B P/C

105

PL29 Levisticum officinale (Apiaceae) Lovage

P/I 500

PL28 Leucanthemum vulgare (Asteraceae) Oxeye Daisy

P/I

S/B S/B P/C P/C P/C P/C

PL61 Luma apiculata AGM (Myrtaceae) Luma

qty.

30

Frosty hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. up to 10m. Pretty small white flowers with golden stamens in summer. Aromatic dark green leaves. Wonderful orange bark. Culinary, use leaves in stews.

Seeds

8cm pot

1ltr pot

Annual


Biennial

P/G P/G Perennial

PL33 Luma apiculata ‘Glanleam Gold’ AGM (Myrtaceae) Luma Glanleam Gold

-

Hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. up to 10m. Pretty small white flowers with golden stamens in summer. Aromatic variegated gold/cream/green leaves. Culinary, use leaves in stews.

P/G P/G

PL75 Luma apiculata ‘Nanum’ (Myrtaceae) Dwarf Luma

-

Frost hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. up to 60cm. Small fragrant white flowers in late summer. Dark green leaves, the new growth of which is very small. Very slow growing shrub ideal for hedges or containers. Culinary and medicinal.

P/I P/I

PL73 Luma apiculata ‘Penlee’ (Myrtaceae) Luma Penlee

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Frost hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. up to 5m. Small fragrant white flowers in late summer. Variegated grey/green/cream leaves.

P/G P/G

PL72 Luma apiculata ‘St Hilary’ (Myrtaceae) Luma St Hilary

-

Frost hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. up to 5m. Small fragrant white flowers in late summer. Variegated grey/green/cream leaves. The stems when young are deep maroon in colour. Plant in well-drained soil.

P/G P/G

PL34 Luma chequen (Myrtaceae) Luma, Arrayan

Hardy biennial, Ht. up to 1m. Fragrant purple flowers in early summer. Coarsely toothed deep green leaves. Good food plant for the Orange Tip Butterfly. Traditional medicinal plant.

P/G P/G 25

PL35 Lunaria annua (Brassicaceae) Honesty

-

Hardy tree, evergreen, Ht. up to 15m. Pretty small white flowers with golden stamens in summer. Aromatic dark green oval, slightly pointed leaves. Use leaves in stews and marinades. Medicinal, used to treat respiratory diseases.

-

PL37 Lysimachia vulgaris (Primulaceae) Yellow Loosestrife, Willow wort

-

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 1.5m. Yellow flowers in summer. Mid green lance shaped leaves. Plant in moist marshy ground, around a pond or on the banks of a stream. INVASIVE. Medicinal and insect repellent.

P/C P/C

PL38 Lythrum salicaria (Lythraceae) Purple Loosestrife

Hardy perennial, Ht. 80cm. Pretty scented white/pink flowers in summer. Feathery musk scented kidney shaped green leaves. Traditional medicinal herb.

P/C P/C 100

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Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 1.5m. Tall spikes of magenta flowers in summer. Finely toothed lance shaped mid green leaves. Plant in moist or wet soils, good pond plant. INVASIVE. Traditional medicinal herb.

PM01 Malva moschata (Malvaceae) Musk Mallow

S/B P/B

S/B P/C P/C

Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Pretty dark pink or violet flowers from summer to autumn. Mid green ivy shaped leaves. Traditional medicinal herb. Culinary, young leaves can be used in salads.

Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Clusters of small creamy white flowers in second summer. Oval, green, wrinkled and lightly toothed leaves with a woolly, silky silver underside. Medicinal, cold remedy.

Medicinal


S/C P/C

Warning


160

Hardy perennial, Ht. 75cm. Clusters of small cream flowers in summer. Oval toothed and textured lemon scented leaves. Culinary, use to flavour stuffings and salads. Medicinal, used to restore the memory!

Culinary

P/C

P/C

PM05 Melissa officinalis (Lamiaceae) Lemon Balm

S/B P/C

110

PM04 Marrubium vulgare (Lamiaceae) White Horehound

90

PM02 Malva sylvestris (Malvaceae) Common Mallow

S/A P/C P/C

Native 31

PM07 Melissa officinalis ‘Aurea’ (Lamiaceae) Variegated Lemon Balm

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Clusters of small cream flowers in summer. Oval, toothed and textured, variegated gold and green lemon scented leaves. Culinary, use to flavour stuffings and salads.

P/E P/E

PM08 Mentha arvensis var. piperascens (Lamiaceae) Japanese Mint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Pale lilac flowers in whorls from summer to autumn. Bright green, round, peppermint scented leaves. Medicinal.

P/C P/C

PM59 Mentha arvensis ‘Banana’ (Lamiaceae) Banana Mint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Pale lilac flowers in whorls from summer to autumn. Bright green, small, peppermint with a hint of banana scented leaves. Culinary and medicinal.

P/E P/E

PM64 Mentha ‘Berries and Cream’ (Lamiaceae) Berries and Cream Mint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 40cm. Tight clusters of mauve flowers in summer. Dark green peppermint/fruity scented leaves. Use in summer drinks for a fruity mint flavour.

P/E P/E

PM58 Mentha cervina (Lamiaceae) Harts Pennyroyal

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 20cm. Attractive clusters of mauve flowers in late summer. Narrow mid green peppermint scented leaves. Unusual mint, good insect and flea repellent. Plant in damp soil. Medicinal.

P/E P/E

PM09 Mentha x gracilis (Lamiaceae) Ginger Mint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 50cm. Mauve flowers from summer to autumn. Oval, pointed variegated, gold and green, mint scented leaves. Add to vegetables, salads and fruit salads.

P/E P/E

PM56 Mentha lavender mint (Lamiaceae) Lavender Mint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 80cm. Mauve/pink flowers from summer to autumn. Large roundish, purple and orange tinged, dark green leaves with a definite lavender scent. Use in oils and vinegars. Add to baths. Medicinal.

P/E P/E

PM11 Mentha longifolia Buddleia Mint Group (Lamiaceae) Buddleia Mint

PM12 Mentha longifolia silver-leaved (Lamiaceae) Silver Mint

P/C P/C

Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Mauve flowers from summer to autumn. Soft lance shaped, silver leaves. Attracts butterflies, good for flower arrangements.

PM53 Mentha longifolia subsp. schimperi (Lamiaceae) Eastern Mint, Desert Mint

Frost hardy perennial, Ht. 90cm. Clusters of pale mauve flowers in late summer. Long thin grey leaves, which have a very strong peppermint flavour. Used to make peppermint tea in Morocco. Medicinal and culinary.

PM13 Mentha longifolia ‘Variegata’ (Lamiaceae) Variegated Buddleia Mint

Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Mauve flowers from summer to autumn. Grey green, oval, toothed leaves variegated with cream. Attracts butterflies, good for flower arrangements.

PM14 Mentha x piperita black peppermint (Lamiaceae) Black Peppermint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 80cm. Purple flowers from summer to autumn. Long grey, green, toothed leaves. Attracts butterflies and hoverflies, good for flower arrangements.

Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Purple/pink flowers from summer to autumn. Very dark brown, oval, pointed, toothed, strongly peppermint scented leaves. Culinary and medicinal, helps digestion.

Seeds

8cm pot

1ltr pot

Annual


Biennial

P/C P/C P/E P/E P/C P/C P/C P/C

Perennial

PM30 Mentha x piperita Swiss mint (Lamiaceae) Swiss Mint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 50cm. Mauve flowers from summer to autumn. Mid green lance shaped, toothed, strongly peppermint scented leaves. Medicinal and culinary.

P/C P/C

PM15 Mentha x piperita f. citrata (Lamiaceae) Eau de Cologne Mint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 80cm. Mauve/pink flowers from summer to autumn. Large roundish, purple and orange tinged, dark green leaves with a definite ‘4711’ scent. Use in oils and vinegars. Add to baths. Medicinal.

P/C P/C

PM16 Mentha x piperita f. citrata ‘Basil’ (Lamiaceae) Basil Mint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Purple flowers from summer to autumn. Oval, shiny, mid green, pepper mint and basil scented leaves. Good in oils and vinegars.

P/C P/C

PM17 Mentha x piperita f. citrata ‘Chocolate’ (Lamiaceae) Chocolate Peppermint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 40cm. Purple flowers from summer to autumn. Dark brown, oval, pointed, toothed, peppermint with ‘After Eight’ scented leaves. Culinary, great in puddings.

P/E P/E

PM18 Mentha x piperita f. citrata ‘Grapefruit’ (Lamiaceae) Grapefruit Mint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 40cm. Mauve whorl flowers from summer to autumn. Large leaves that are textured, roundish, green with a hint of mulberry. Culinary, sharp citrus flavour.

P/C P/C

PM19 Mentha x piperita f. citrata ‘Lemon’ (Lamiaceae) Lemon Mint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 40cm. Purple whorl flowers from summer to autumn. Green oval, pointed, toothed red stemmed, peppermint scented with a hint of citrus leaves. Culinary, good in salads both green and fruit.

P/C P/C

PM20 Mentha x piperita f. citrata ‘Lime’ (Lamiaceae) Lime Mint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 40cm. Purple whorl flowers from summer to autumn. Oval, green leaves with a hint of mulberry. Culinary, definite lime flavour. Good in salads both green and fruit.

P/C P/C

PM61 Mentha x piperita f. citrata ‘Orange’ (Lamiaceae) Orange Mint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 80cm. Mauve/pink flowers from summer to autumn. Large roundish, purple and orange tinged, dark green leaves. Culinary, definite orange flavour. Good in salads both green and fruit.

P/C P/C

PM22 Mentha pulegium (Lamiaceae) Creeping Pennyroyal, Cunningham Mint

Hardy perennial, semi-evergreen, Ht. 15cm. Globular clusters of mauve flowers in spring. Strongly peppermint scented small oval leaves. Medicinal. Good ant deterrent.

PM24 Mentha requienii (Lamiaceae) Corsican Mint

Frost hardy perennial, Ht. ground cover. Tiny purple flowers from summer to autumn. Tiny peppermint scented leaves. Good for planting in rocks or gravel.

PM52 Mentha sativa (Lamiaceae) Traditional Garden Mint

Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Mauve flowers from summer to autumn. Green narrow serrated leaves. Excellent mint flavour, good for mint sauces and jellies. Add to vegetables and salads.

Culinary

Medicinal


Warning


P/C P/C 250

PM23 Mentha pulegium ‘Upright’ (Lamiaceae) Upright Pennyroyal

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 5cm. Rarely flowers, strongly peppermint scented mid green small oval leaves. Medicinal.

S/C P/C P/C P/E P/E P/C P/C

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PM25 Mentha x smithiana (Lamiaceae) Red Mint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Mauve flowers in summer. Oval pointed mid green leaves that have a purple/red hue especially at the tips. The stem is red. Culinary, good mint flavour.

P/C P/C

PM26 Mentha spicata (Lamiaceae) Spearmint, Garden Mint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Small purple, mauve flowers in summer. Mid green oval serrated spear mint scented leaves. Good for mint sauces and jellies. Add to vegetables and salads.

P/C P/C

PM27 Mentha spicata var. crispa (Lamiaceae) Curly Mint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Small lilac pink flowers in summer. Bright green crisp, curled, spearmint scented leaves. Add to vegetables and salads.

P/C P/C

PM28 Mentha spicata var. crispa ‘Moroccan’ (Lamiaceae) Moroccan Mint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 40cm. White flowers from summer to autumn. Mid green oval serrated leaves with an excellent spearmint flavour. Resistant to mint rust. Culinary, good with potatoes, salads and in mint sauce.

P/C P/C

PM29 Mentha spicata ‘Spanish Pointed’ (Lamiaceae) Spanish Mint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 50cm. Mauve flowers from summer to autumn. Mid green oval very pointed, toothed strongly spearmint scented leaves. Medicinal and culinary.

P/C P/C

PM31 Mentha spicata ‘Tashkent’ (Lamiaceae) Tashkent Mint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 80cm. Purple flowers from summer to autumn. Mid green oval serrated, textured, spearmint scented leaves. Resistant to mint rust. Culinary, excellent flavour. Good with potatoes, salads and in mint sauce.

P/C P/C

PM32 Mentha suaveolens (Lamiaceae) Apple Mint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 80cm. Mauve flowers from summer to autumn. Oval hairy mid green leaves. Good for mint sauces and jellies. Add to vegetables and salads.

P/C P/C

PM60 Mentha suaveolens ‘Le Boues’ (Lamiaceae) Guernsey Mint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 80cm. Mauve flowers from summer to autumn. Neat oval hairy mid green leaves. Good for mint sauces and jellies. Add to vegetables and salads.

P/C P/C

PM33 Mentha suaveolens subsp. timija (Lamiaceae) Atlas Mountains Mint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Mauve flowers from summer to autumn. Small oval hairy grey green leaves. Medicinal and culinary. Prefers a poor, well drained soil.

P/C P/C

PM34 Mentha suaveolens ‘Variegata’ (Lamiaceae) Pineapple Mint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 50cm. White flowers from summer to autumn. Oval variegated cream and green leaves. Add to vegetables, salads and fruit salads.

P/C P/C

PM35 Mentha x villosa var. alopecuroides Bowles mint (Lamiaceae) Bowles Mint

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 1m. Pale mauve flowers from summer to autumn. Large round, hairy soft green leaves. Good for mint sauces and jellies. Add to vegetables and salads.

PM36 Meum athamanticum (Apiaceae) Meu, Spignel

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 30 cm. Umbels of small white flowers in late spring. Attractive feathery leaves that have a spicy scent. The roots and leaves have culinary uses.

Seeds

8cm pot

1ltr pot

Annual


Biennial

P/C P/C P/G P/G

Perennial

PM47 Micromeria fruticosa (Lamiaceae) Mediterranean Rock Mint

Hardy perennial, Ht. 25cm. Small pale pink/grey flowers in summer. Small roundish grey green aromatic leaves. An Italian mint, strong minty flavour good for use in cooking and teas.

P/G P/G 300

PM37 Micromeria subsp. (Lamiaceae) Emperor’s Mint

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Frost hardy perennial, Ht. 40cm. Small white flowers in summer. Small oval green/silvery leaves which have a minty marjoram flavour. Very good culinary herb, combines well with tomato dishes.

P/E 100

PM38 Monarda citriodora (Lamiaceae) Lemon Bergamot

Half hardy annual, Ht. 30cm. Stunning pink and purple flowers in summer. Culinary, the leaves can be used in salads and tea.

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Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 1.2m. Pretty lilac mauve flowers in summer. Mid green, oval, pointed, toothed, strongly scented with a hint of mint, leaves. The leaves can be used to make tisanes. Medicinal.

P/E

P/E

Hardy perennial, Ht. 50cm. White flower heads in spring. Fragrant fern-like leaves, which have a sweet anise flavour and can be used with tart fruit to reduce acidity.

PM43 Myrtus communis AGM (Myrtaceae) Myrtle

Frost hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. up to 3m. Small white flowers with golden stamens in summer followed by blue/black berries in autumn. Dark green shiny oval, aromatic leaves. Culinary, use with pork and game dishes. Protect from excessive rain in winter.

PM55 Myrtus communis ‘Merion’ (Myrtaceae) Myrtle Merion

Frost hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. 2m. Small white flowers with golden stamens in summer followed by blue/black berries in autumn. Dark green, small, oval aromatic leaves. Culinary, use with pork and game dishes. Protect from excessive rain in winter.

PM62 Myrtus communis ‘Pyewood Park’ (Myrtaceae) Myrtle Pyewood Park

Frost hardy perennial shrub, evergreen, Ht. 2-3m. Small white flowers with golden stamens in summer. Small aromatic green leaves. Very upright habit. Blue/black berries in autumn. Culinary, use with pork and game dishes.

PM44 Myrtus communis subsp. tarentina AGM (Myrtaceae) Myrtle Tarentina

Frost hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. 2m. Small white flowers with golden stamens in summer, followed by blue/black berries in autumn. Small, shiny, dark green, aromatic leaves. Culinary, use with pork and game dishes. Protect from excessive rain in winter.

PM45 Myrtus communis subsp. tarentina ‘Mycrophylla Variegata’ (Myrtaceae) Variegated Myrtle Tarentina

Frost hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht.1m. Small white flowers with golden stamens in summer, followed by blue/black berries in autumn. Small, oval dark green and white variegated, aromatic leaves. Culinary, use with pork and game dishes. Protect from excessive rain and cold winds in winter.

PM46 Myrtus communis ‘Variegata’ (Myrtaceae) Variegated Myrtle

Frost hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. 2m. White flowers with a hint of pink in midsummer, followed by blue/black berries in autumn. Oval, light green and cream variegated, aromatic leaves. Culinary, use with pork and game dishes. Protect from excessive rain and cold winds in winter.

Culinary

Medicinal


Warning


S/C P/E

22

PM42 Myrrhis odorata (Apiaceae) Sweet Cicely

P/E

160

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 80cm. Fantastic large red flowers in summer. Mid green, oval, pointed, toothed, strongly scented leaves. The leaves can be used to make tisanes and combine well with fish and salad dishes.

PM40 Monarda fistulosa (Lamiaceae) Wild Bergamot

S/E -

PM39 Monarda didyma (Lamiaceae) Bee Balm Bergamot, Red Bergamot

S/B P/E

S/D P/E P/E P/G P/G P/G P/G P/G P/G P/G P/G P/G P/G P/G P/G

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170

PN01 Nepeta cataria (Lamiaceae) Catnep, Catnip

Hardy perennial, Ht. 1m. Clusters of pinkish, white flowers in summer. Aromatic oval grey, green, toothed leaves. Cats adore the scent. Leaves can be used to make a tea. Medicinal.

P/C 170

PN02 Nepeta cataria ‘Citriodora’ (Lamiaceae) Lemon Scented Catnip

Hardy perennial, Ht. 1m. Clusters of pinkish, cream flowers in summer. Aromatic oval green, grey, toothed leaves. Cats adore the scent. Leaves can be used to make a tea. Medicinal.

Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Clusters of small lavender blue flowers in summer. Aromatic, small, oval, grey leaves. Cats adore the scent. Good bee plant.

P/C

P/C -

Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Clusters of small white flowers in summer. Aromatic, small, oval, grey leaves. Cats adore the scent. Good bee plant.

P/E P/E

PN05 Nepeta nervosa (Lamiaceae) Catmint ‘Nervosa’

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 35cm. Dense racemes of small pale blue flowers. Lance shaped mid green leaves.

P/E P/E

PN06 Nepeta racemosa ‘Walker’s Low’ (Lamiaceae) Catmint Walkers Low

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 75cm. Clusters of small blue, purple flowers in summer. Aromatic, grey, oval, toothed, leaves. Cats adore the scent. Good bee plant.

P/E P/E

PN07 Nepeta sibirica (Lamiaceae) Siberian Catmint

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 90cm. Clusters of blue, purple flowers in summer. Aromatic, oval, grey, toothed leaves. Good bee and butterfly plant.

P/E P/E

PN13 Nepeta ‘Six Hills Giant’ (Lamiaceae) Catmint Six Hills Giant

Frost tender annual, Ht. 30cm. Clusters of small cream flowers in summer. Narrow bright green oval, highly aromatic lime fragrant leaves. Culinary uses with meat, fish, rice and vegetable dishes. Plants available May-July only.

Frost tender annual, Ht. 45cm. Clusters of small white flowers in summer. Green oval aromatic leaves. Use with tomato dishes and to make pesto sauce. Plants available May-July only.

Frost tender annual, Ht. 45cm. Clusters of small pink flowers in summer. Oval, olive, green, brown, spicy scented leaves. Good in stir fry dishes. Originally from Mexico.Plants available May-July only.

Frost tender annual, Ht. 45cm. Clusters of white flowers in summer. Large, bright green, textured, crinkled oval leaves that have a mild anise flavour. Culinary, use in salads, with fish and chicken dishes. Plants available May-July only.

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Seeds

8cm pot

1ltr pot

Annual


Biennial

S/A P/B S/C P/C 175

PO05 Ocimum basilicum ‘Green Ruffles’ (Lamiaceae) Green Ruffles Basil

S/E P/C

130

PO03 Ocimum basilicum ‘Cinnamon’ (Lamiaceae) Cinnamon Basil

P/E

175

PO02 Ocimum basilicum (Lamiaceae) Sweet Basil

P/E

160

36

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 90cm. Clusters of small lavender blue flowers in summer. Aromatic, grey, oval, toothed leaves. Cats adore the scent. Good bee plant.

PO01 Ocimum americanum (Lamiaceae) Lime Basil, Thai Lime Basil

S/C P/C

PN04 Nepeta x faassenii ‘Alba’ (Lamiaceae) White flowering Catmint

S/C P/C

130

PN03 Nepeta x faassenii AGM (Lamiaceae) Catmint

S/C P/C

S/B P/C -

Perennial

Frost tender annual, Ht. 45cm. Clusters of small pale mulberry flowers in summer. Attractive oval mulberry tinted leaves which are aniseed scented. Essential in Thai and Indian cooking.

Frost tender annual, Ht. 30cm. Clusters of small pale mulberry flowers in summer. Attractive oval mulberry tinted leaves which are aniseed scented. Essential in Thai cooking. Plants available May-July only.

Frost tender annual, Ht. 45cm. Clusters of small pink flowers in summer. Spicy scented oval pointed purple leaves. Use leaves in salads, sauces and with pasta and rice dishes.

Frost tender annual, Ht. 30cm. Clusters of small pink flowers in summer. Spicy scented oval pointed purple leaves that have ruffled edges. Use leaves in salads, sauces and with pasta and rice dishes. Plants available May-July only.

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Frost tender annual, Ht. 30cm. Clusters of small pale purple flowers which are surrounded by mulberry coloured bracts in summer. Attractive oval, mulberry tinted leaves which are aniseed scented. Good in Eastern dishes. Plants available May-July only.

Frost tender annual, Ht. 30cm. Clusters of small white flowers in summer. Small aromatic green oval leaves. Use in salads, especially tomato and with cheese dishes. Excellent for growing in pots. Plants available May-July only.

Frost tender annual, Ht. 23cm. Clusters of small white flowers in summer. Small aromatic green oval leaves. Use in salads and with cheese dishes. Excellent for growing in pots on the windowsill or by the kitchen door. Plants available May-July only.

Frost tender annual, Ht. 30 cm. Clusters of small pale purple flowers in summer. Oval olive green hairy leaves which have a strong spicy scent. Sacred herb of Hindu. Important medicinal herb. Plants available May-July only.

Culinary

Medicinal


Warning


S/B P/B S/B P/C 150

PO19 Ocimum tenuiflorum (Lamiaceae) Holy Basil, Purple Tulsi

S/E P/C

165

PO17 Ocimum minimum ‘Greek’ (Lamiaceae) Greek Basil

-

175

PO16 Ocimum minimum (Lamiaceae) Bush Basil

S/D -

160

-

Frost tender annual, Ht. 30cm. Clusters of small white flowers in summer. Green oval intensely lemon scented leaves. Culinary, use with fish, chicken, rice and pasta dishes and in salads.

PO13 Ocimum x citriodorum ‘Siam Queen’ (Lamiaceae) Basil Siam Queen

S/E P/C

160

PO12 Ocimum x citriodorum (Lamiaceae) Lemon Basil, Indonesian Kemangie

S/E P/C

160

Frost tender annual, Ht. 23cm. Clusters of small pink flowers in summer, Spicy scented deep purple oval leaves. Use leaves in salads, sauces and with pasta and rice dishes. Very attractive plant. Plants available May-July only.

S/C -

PO11 Ocimum basilicum var. purpurascens ‘Red Rubin’ (Lamiaceae) Red Rubin Basil

S/C P/C

175

PO10 Ocimum basilicum var. purpurascens ‘Purple Ruffles’ (Lamiaceae) Purple Ruffles Basil

S/E P/C

175

PO04 Ocimum basilicum var. purpurascens ‘Dark Opal’ (Lamiaceae) Purple Basil

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175

Frost tender annual, Ht. 50cm. Clusters of white flowers in summer. Large, bright green, textured, crinkled oval leaves. Good for pasta sauces and for making pesto and basil oil. Originates from the Naples region of Italy. Plants available May-July only.

S/C P/C

Frost tender annual, Ht. 45cm. Clusters of small white flowers in summer. Green oval intensely lemon scented leaves. Culinary, use with fish, chicken, rice and pasta dishes and in salads. Plants available May-July only.

PO09 Ocimum basilicum ‘Napolitano’ (Lamiaceae) Lettuce Leaf Basil

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160

PO54 Ocimum basilicum ‘Mrs Burns’ (Lamiaceae) ‘Mrs Burns’ Basil

S/C -

175

PO08 Ocimum basilicum ‘Horapha Nanum’ (Lamiaceae) Thai Basil, Dwarf Anise

165

PO06 Ocimum basilicum ‘Horapha’ (Lamiaceae) Anise Basil

S/E P/C -

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250

PO20 Oenothera biennis (Onagraceae) Evening Primrose

Hardy biennial, Ht. 1.2m. Large evening scented, yellow, trumpet shaped flowers in second summer. Lance shaped green leaves. Culinary, the roots can be cooked like parsnips. Important medicinal herb.

P/C

PO21 Oenothera fruticosa subsp. glauca AGM (Onagraceae) Evening Primrose Tetragona

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 50cm. Small clusters of trumpet shaped golden flowers, buds and flowers often tinged with red. Lanced shaped mid green leaves. The flowers are edible.

P/C P/C

PO22 Oenothera fruticosa ‘Youngii’ (Onagraceae) Evening Primrose Youngii

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 50cm. Clusters of small trumpet shaped yellow flowers in summer. Lanced shaped mid green leaves. The flowers are edible.

P/C P/C

PO23 Oenothera macrocarpa AGM (Onagraceae) Evening Primrose Macrocarpa

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 20cm. Single pale lemon, trumpet shaped flowers. Darkish green lance shaped leaves. The flowers are edible.

P/C P/C

PO24 Oenothera speciosa (Onagraceae) Evening Primrose Perennial

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 40cm. Large pale pink/white, scented flowers. Lance shaped mid green leaves. The flowers are edible.

P/C P/C

PO25 Olea europaea AGM (Oleaceae) Olive Tree

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Frost hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. up to 10m. Clusters of off white flowers in summer, followed by green fruit that ripens to black in the autumn. Oval grey green leathery leaves with silver undersides. Dislikes excessive cold rain, so protect from the weather in winter.

P/N

PO26 Origanum dictamnus (Lamiaceae) Cretan Oregano

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Frost hardy perennial, Ht. 15cm. Tiny pretty pink flowers surrounded by small grey, green bracts that turn pink, purple as they mature in summer. Aromatic round grey green leaves that are covered in softy woolly white down. Culinary and medicinal. Protect from excessive rain.

P/G P/G

PO47 Origanum ‘Kent Beauty’ (Lamiaceae) Oregano Kent Beauty

P/G P/G

Half hardy perennial, often grown as an annual, Ht. 30cm. Tiny white flowers which grow round a green centre. Oval, pale green, soft, very aromatic leaves. Excellent culinary flavour, use with meat or vegetables. Medicinal, infuse as tea for colds and headaches.

Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Clusters of small pink, purple flowers in summer. Oval, dark green hairy aromatic leaves. Culinary, use with meat and vegetables.

PO29 Origanum x onites (Lamiaceae) French Marjoram

Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Clusters of small pink/purple flowers in summer. Oval slightly hairy mid green, lightening to gold in summer, aromatic leaves. Culinary, use leaves with meat or vegetables.

PO30 Origanum ‘Rosenkuppel’ (Lamiaceae) Oregano Rosenkuppel

Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Clusters of small dark pink flowers in summer. Dark green, oval, slightly hairy leaves. Can be used in cooking, inferior flavour to Origanum x onites.

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Seeds

8cm pot

1ltr pot

Annual


Biennial

S/A P/C -

180

PO28 Origanum onites (Lamiaceae) Pot Marjoram

100

38

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Frost hardy perennial, Ht. 20cm. Tiny pretty pink flowers surrounded by grey, green bracts that turn deep pink, purple as they mature in summer. Aromatic round grey green leaves. This is a stunning plant ideal for planting in containers or gravel. Protect from excessive rain.

PO27 Origanum majorana (Lamiaceae) Sweet Marjoram, Knotted Marjoram

S/B P/C

S/C P/C P/C P/E P/E P/E P/E

Perennial

Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Clusters of small mauve, purple flowers in summer. Oval, dark green hairy aromatic leaves. Strong flavour, use with meat and vegetables. Very attractive to butterflies.

1000

PO31 Origanum vulgare (Lamiaceae) Oregano, Wild Marjoram

P/C P/C

PO32 Origanum vulgare ‘Acorn Bank’ (Lamiaceae) Oregano Acorn Bank

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 45 cm. Clusters of tiny pink flowers in summer. Attractive, oval, pointed, golden, yellow leaves. Culinary, use with meat or vegetables.

P/E P/E

PO33 Origanum vulgare ‘Aureum’ AGM (Lamiaceae) Golden Oregano, Golden Marjoram

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Clusters of tiny pink flowers in summer. Attractive, oval, golden aromatic leaves. Culinary, use with meat or vegetables.

P/E P/E

PO35 Origanum vulgare ‘Aureum Crispum’ (Lamiaceae) Golden Curly Oregano

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Clusters of tiny pink flowers in summer. Attractive, oval, crinkled, golden aromatic leaves. Culinary, especially good with vegetables.

P/E P/E

PO36 Origanum vulgare ‘Compactum’ (Lamiaceae) Compact Oregano

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 30cm. Large clusters of small pink flowers in summer. Oval green aromatic leaves. Culinary, use with meat, fish and pasta. Very attractive to butterflies.

P/E P/E

PO39 Origanum vulgare ‘Gold Tip’ (Lamiaceae) Gold Tipped Oregano

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Clusters of small pink flowers in summer. Oval, gold and green, variegated aromatic leaves. Culinary, use with meat or vegetables.

P/E P/E

PO52 Origanum vulgare ‘Hot and Spicy’ (Lamiaceae) Oregano Hot and Spicy

Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Clusters of small white flowers in summer. Oval, grey green, slightly hairy leaves that have a strong flavour. Culinary, use with meat and vegetables.

Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Clusters of small white flowers in summer. Oval, grey green, slightly hairy leaves that have a strong flavour. Culinary, use with meat and vegetables.

PO37 Origanum vulgare ‘Nanum’ (Lamiaceae) Dwarf Marjoram

Hardy perennial, Ht. 30cm. Large clusters of small white, pale pink flowers in summer. Oval green aromatic leaves. Culinary, use with meat, fish and pasta. Excellent as an edging plant.

PO43 Origanum vulgare ‘Polyphant’ (Lamiaceae) Oregano Polyphant

Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Clusters of small white flowers in summer. Oval variegated cream and green, aromatic leaves. Culinary, use with meat, fish and pasta.

PO41 Origanum ‘Z’Attar’ (Lamiaceae) Middle East Oregano

Frost hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Tiny white flowers which grow round a green centre. Oval grey green, slightly hairy leaves that have a strong flavour. Culinary, use with meat and vegetables.

Culinary

Medicinal


Warning


P/E S/D 1000

PO42 Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum ‘Greek’ (Lamiaceae) Greek Oregano

P/E

1000

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Frost hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Clusters of white knotted flowers in summer. Oval grey/green, slightly hairy leaves that have a strong flavour, can be used to spice up meat and vegetables.

PO40 Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum (Lamiaceae) White Flowered Oregano

S/C

S/D P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E

Native 39

PO53 Ozothamnus hookeri (Asteraceae) Kerosene Bush

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Frost hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. 60cm. Tiny insignificant creamy flowers in summer. Interesting tiny green grey, silver, aromatic foliage which grows close to the stems. Ideal plant for a well drained dry corner. Medicinal.

P/G P/G

PP01 Papaver orientale ‘Royal Wedding’ (Papaveraceae) Oriental Poppy

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Hardy perennial, Ht 80cm. Pure white flowers with black splodges in the centre. Grey green, slightly hairy toothed and lobed leaves.

Hardy annual, Ht. up to 80cm. Large scarlet flowers in summer. Toothed and lobed green leaves. Seed used in baking, petals used in medicine. Seeds may lie dormant for many years. Plants available May-July only.

P/D 1000

PP02 Papaver rhoeas (Papaveraceae) Field Poppy, Common Poppy

P/D

-

PP54 Perilla frutescens (Lamiaceae) Zi Su, Egoma

-

Half hardy annual, Ht. up to 1.2m. Small pink flowers in summer. Large rusty green leaves with stunning burgundy underside. Important culinary and medicinal herb. Plants available May-July only.

Half hardy annual, Ht. up to 1m. Small pink flowers in spikes in summer. Large purple crinkly leaves. Culinary, use in stir fry dishes with Japanese raw fish and tempura. Plants available May-July only.

P/C 150

PP23 Perilla frutescens var. purpurascens (Lamiaceae) Purple Shiso, Beefsteak Plant

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Frost tender perennial, Ht. 60cm. Dark red lance shaped foliage. Small pink flowers in summer. The pungent highly flavoured leaves are used in Japanese cooking.

P/C P/C

PP24 Persicaria odorata (Polygonaceae) Vietnamese Coriander, Rau Ram

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Frost tender perennial, Ht. 45cm. Attractive small, creamy-white flowers in late summer on mature plants, but rarely in cold climates. Green narrow pointed leaves with a maroon V shape marking near the base. Culinary, do not cook, add just before serving. Very strong aromatic flavour. Protect well in winter.

Hardy biennial, Ht. 40cm. Flat umbels of small creamy white flowers in the summer of the second season. Bright green, serrated, curly leaves. Culinary, a rich source of vitamins and iron. Grow in a rich soil.

Frost hardy biennial, Ht. 60cm. Flat umbels of small creamy white flowers in the summer of the second season. Dark green, serrated leaves. Culinary, good strong flavour, a rich source of vitamins and iron. Grow in a rich soil.

PP27 Phlomis fruticosa AGM (Lamiaceae) Jerusalem Sage

Frost hardy perennial, Ht. 1m. Whorls of golden yellow flowers in summer. Aromatic grey green textured leaves.

PP28 Phlomis italica (Lamiaceae) Narrow leaved Jerusalem Sage

Frost hardy perennial, Ht. 1m. Pink flowers in summer. Aromatic narrow woolly silver grey leaves.

P/G S/A P/B P/B 650

PP26 Petroselinum crispum French (Apiaceae) French Parsley

P/G

650

PP25 Petroselinum crispum (Apiaceae) Parsley

S/E P/C

PP55 Persicaria hydropiper var. rubra (Polygonaceae) Water Pepper, Azebu-tade

S/C P/B

S/A P/B P/B P/G P/G P/G P/G

PP58 Phyla nodiflora (Verbenaceae) Yerba de la Sainte Maria

qty.

40

Frost hardy perennial, Ht. 3cm. Clusters of small pink flowers all summer. Small mid green leaves. Excellent ground cover. Medicinal plant native to Central America used to treat Hook worm.

Seeds

8cm pot

1ltr pot

Annual


Biennial

P/G P/G Perennial

PP29 Phytolacca americana (Phytolaccaceae) Pokeroot, Poke Berry

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Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 1.5m. Long clusters of small cup shaped pink flowers in summer which are followed by black berries in autumn. Mid green lance shaped leaves that turn orange and pink in autumn. Medicinal, not for self-medication. Stunning plant for the garden. POISONOUS.

P/G P/G

PP51 Plectranthus amboinicus (Lamiaceae) Cuban Oregano, Jamaican Broad Leaf Thyme, Indian Borage

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Frost tender evergreen perennial, Ht. 30cm-1m. Pale lilac flowers in summer. Large succulent pale green leaves. Culinary, good with chicken, fish and risotto.

P/G P/G

PP30 Plectranthus madagascariensis ‘Variegated Mintleaf’ AGM (Lamiaceae)

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Frost tender perennial, evergreen, Ht. 15cm. Trailing habit. Small white flowers throughout the season. Scented green and white variegated leaves. Medicinal.

P/G P/G

PP47 Polemonium boreale ‘Heavenly Habit’ (Polemoniaceae) Jacob’s Ladder Heavenly Habit

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 1m. Clusters of small cup shaped blue/white flowers in summer. Pinnately divided mid green leaves. Traditional medicinal herb.

P/C P/C 100

PP31 Polemonium caeruleum (Polemoniaceae) Jacob’s Ladder

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 30cm. Clusters of small cup shaped violet, blue flowers in summer. Pinnately divided mid green leaves. Good compact habit.

P/C

PP32 Polemonium carneum ‘Apricot Delight’ (Polemoniaceae) Jacob’s Ladder Apricot Delight

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 50cm. Masses of apricot colour flowers produced throughout the summer. Attracts butterflies to the garden.

P/C P/C

PP33 Polemonium caeruleum subsp. himalayanum (Polemoniaceae) Himalayan Jacob’s Ladder

P/C P/C 50

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 40cm. Clusters of lovely open blue flowers in summer. Pinnately divided mid green leaves. Traditional medicinal herb.

PP34 Polemonium pauciflorum (Polemoniaceae) Mexican Jacob’s Ladder

Hardy perennial, Ht. 40cm. Clusters of tubular drooping yellow flowers with pink buds in summer. Pinnately divided green leaves. Traditional medicinal herb.

P/C -

Hardy perennial, Ht. 30cm. Delicate blue flowers appear throughout the summer. Used in traditional American medicine to treat snake bites.

P/C P/C

PP35 Polygonatum x hybridum AGM (Polygonaceae) Solomon’s Seal

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Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 80cm. White waxy flowers tipped with green in spring. Lance shaped smooth leaves. Plant in shade in light soil. Traditional medicinal herb.

P/G

PP63 Porophyllum ruderale (Asteraceae) Quilquina, Bolivian Coriander

Half hardy annual, Ht. 45cm. Small yellow flowers in summer. Succulent oval green leaves which taste like mangetout, excellent in salads. Medicinal. Plants available May-July only.

Culinary

Medicinal


Warning


P/A 300

-

Half hardy annual, Ht. 50cm. Unusually fragrant leaves are essential in South American cooking. Use fresh in salads and salsas. Plants available May-July only.

PP36 Portulaca oleracea (Portulacaceae) Purslane

S/E P/C

PP61 Polemonium reptans (Polemoniaceae) Greek Valerian, Jacob’s Ladder

S/C P/C

S/A P/B -

Native 41

300

PP37 Portulaca oleracea var. aurea (Portulacaceae) Purslane Gold

Half hardy annual, Ht. 25cm. Small yellow flowers in summer. Succulent round gold leaves which taste like mangetout, excellent in salads. Plants available May-July only.

100

PP39 Primula veris AGM (Primulaceae) Cowslip

Hardy perennial, Ht. 30cm. Sweetly scented golden bell shaped flowers in spring. Mid green oblong leaves. The flowers make a very good wine. Medicinal.

P/C 100

Hardy perennial, Ht. 12cm. Scented, single, pale yellow flowers in spring. Bright green oblong leaves. A good source of nectar for butterflies and bees. Traditional medicinal herb.

P/C -

Frost hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. 90 cm. Spectactular bell-shaped white flowers with purple spots in early summer. Small dark green aromatic leaves. Native plant of Australia and used medicinally by Aboriginals.

P/G P/G

PP57 Prostanthera lasianthos (Lamiaceae) Victorian Christmas Bush

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Frost hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. 1-2m. The largest of the Australian mint bushes. Medicinal. A good conservatory plant.

P/G P/G

PP42 Prostanthera ovalifolia AGM (Lamiaceae) Australian Oval Leaved Mint Bush

Half hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. up to 4m. Spectacular small bell-shaped purple flowers in spring. Small oval green grey highly aromatic leaves. Keep dry and protect in winter. Native plant of Australia.

P/G -

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 30cm. Blue, purple flowers in dense oblong terminal heads in spring. Oval to diamond shaped mid green leaves. Traditional medicinal herb.

P/C P/C

PP44 Pycnanthemum pilosum (Lamiaceae) Mountain Mint

-

Hardy perennial, Ht. 90cm. Not a true mint, it does not spread. Pale pink flowers in summer, good for butterflies. Use instead of peppermint.

P/G P/G 100

PR01 Rosmarinus officinalis (Lamiaceae) Rosemary

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 1m. Small pale blue flowers in spring and summer. Short dark green needle-shaped aromatic leaves. Upright habit. Culinary and medicinal. A tea made from a 3cm sprig helps restore the memory.

P/E -

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 80cm. Small white flowers in spring and summer. Short dark green needle-shaped aromatic leaves. Upright habit. Culinary, combines well with meat especially lamb.

P/E P/E

PR36 Rosmarinus officinalis var. albiflorus ‘Lady in White’ (Lamiaceae)

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Frost hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 60cm. Small exquisite white flowers in spring and summer. Short dark green needle-shaped aromatic leaves. Arching habit. Culinary and medicinal.

P/E P/E

PR04 Rosmarinus officinalis var. angustissimus ‘Benenden Blue’ AGM (Lamiaceae)

qty.

42

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 80cm. Small dark blue flowers in spring and summer. Short fine dark green needle-shaped aromatic leaves. Upright habit. Culinary, combines well with meat especially lamb.

Seeds

8cm pot

1ltr pot

Annual


Biennial

S/D P/E

PR02 Rosmarinus officinalis var. albiflorus (Lamiaceae) White Rosemary

P/G

PP43 Prunella vulgaris (Lamiaceae) Self Heal

S/F P/C

PP41 Prostanthera cuneata AGM (Lamiaceae) Australian Mint Bush

S/E P/C

PP40 Primula vulgaris AGM (Primulaceae) Primrose

S/C P/B

P/E P/E

Perennial

PR41 Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Alderley Blue’ (Lamiaceae)

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht 60cm. Small clear, blue flowers in spring. Short dark green needle shaped aromatic leaves. Arching prostrate habit. Culinary and medicinal

PR03 Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Aureus’ (Lamiaceae) Golden Variegated Rosemary

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 80cm. Small pale blue flowers in spring. Short dark green variegated with gold splashes, needle-shaped aromatic leaves. Upright habit. Culinary and medicinal.

PR27 Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Blue Lagoon’ (Lamiaceae)

Frost hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 40cm. Striking small dark blue flowers in spring. Short dark green needle-shaped aromatic leaves. Arching , semi prostrate habit. Culinary and medicinal.

PR34 Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Boule’ (Lamiaceae)

Frost hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 30cm. Small mid blue flowers in spring and summer. Short dark green needle-shaped leaves with a white underside. Prostrate, hanging habit. Good for container growing. Culinary and medicinal.

PR05 Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Fota Blue’ (Lamiaceae)

Frost hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 40cm. Striking small dark blue flowers in spring. Short dark green needle-shaped aromatic leaves. Arching prostrate habit. Culinary and medicinal.

PR42 Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Foxtail’ (Lamiaceae) Rosemary Foxtail

Frost hardy evergreen perennial, Ht 30cm. Attractive small mid blue flowers in spring and summer. Long mid green very narrow needle shaped leaves. Prostrate hanging habit, ideal for walls and containers. Culinary and medicinal.

PR06 Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Green Ginger’ (Lamiaceae)

Frost hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 60cm. Small pale blue flowers in spring. Short dark green, ginger scented, needle-shaped aromatic leaves. Good compact, upright habit. Great culinary flavour.

PR26 Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Haifa’ (Lamiaceae)

Frost hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 10cm. Small pale blue flowers in spring and summer. Short green needle-shaped aromatic leaves. Very prostrate habit, virtually flat. Good for container growing. Culinary and medicinal.

PR07 Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Majorca Pink’ (Lamiaceae)

Frost hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 1m. Small pale pink flowers in summer. Short dark green needleshaped aromatic leaves. Upright arching habit. Culinary, combines well with meat especially lamb.

PR35 Rosmarinus officinalis ‘McConnells Blue’ AGM (Lamiaceae)

Frost hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 40cm. Striking small clear blue flowers in spring. Short dark green needle-shaped aromatic leaves. Arching prostrate habit. Culinary and medicinal.

PR08 Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Miss Jessopp’s Upright’ AGM (Lamiaceae)

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 1m. Small pale blue flowers in spring and summer. Short dark green needle-shaped aromatic leaves. Very upright habit. Culinary, combines well with meat especially lamb and tomato sauces.

PR09 Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Primley Blue’ (Lamiaceae)

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 80cm. Small blue flowers in spring and summer. Short dark green needle-shaped aromatic leaves. Bushy upright habit. Culinary, combines well with baked fish and egg dishes.

Culinary

Medicinal


Warning


P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E Native 43

PR10 Rosmarinus officinalis Prostratus Group (Lamiaceae) Prostrate Rosemary

-

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 30cm. Small pale blue flowers in spring and summer. Short dark green needle-shaped aromatic leaves. Arching prostrate habit. Culinary, combines well with meat, especially lamb.

P/E P/E

PR28 Rosmarinus officinalis Prostratus Group ‘Capri’ (Lamiaceae)

-

Frost hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 15cm. Small pale blue flowers in spring and summer. Short dark green needle-shaped aromatic leaves. Very prostrate habit. Good for container growing. Culinary and medicinal.

P/E P/E

PR11 Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Roseus’ (Lamiaceae)

-

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 80cm. Small pale pink flowers in spring and summer. Short dark green needle-shaped aromatic leaves. Upright habit. Culinary, combines well with meat especially lamb and tomato sauces.

P/E P/E

PR21 Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Severn Sea’ AGM (Lamiaceae)

-

Frost hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 80cm. Small dark blue flowers in spring and summer. Short, dark green needle-shaped aromatic leaves. Arching habit. Culinary and medicinal.

P/E P/E

PR12 Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Sissinghurst Blue’ AGM (Lamiaceae)

-

Frost hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 80cm. Small dark blue flowers in spring and summer. Short, fine, dark green needle-shaped aromatic leaves. Upright habit. Culinary and medicinal.

P/E P/E

PR13 Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Sudbury Blue’ (Lamiaceae)

-

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 1m. Small pale blue flowers in spring and summer. Short, dark green, needle-shaped, aromatic leaves. Very upright habit. Culinary and medicinal.

P/E P/E

PR14 Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Tuscan Blue’ (Lamiaceae)

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Frost hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 1m. Small pale blue flowers in spring and summer. Short, thick, dark green, needle-shaped, aromatic leaves. Upright habit. Culinary and medicinal.

Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Small insignificant green flowers in summer. Lance shaped green leaves. Culinary, use young leaves in salads, sharp lemon flavour. Makes a very good soup.

P/E 500

PR15 Rumex acetosa (Polygonaceae) Sorrel, Broad Leaved Sorrel

P/E

P/C

PR39 Rumex flexuosus (Polygonaceae) Runa, Maori Dock

-

Frost hardy perennial, Ht. 25cm. Small insignificant bronze flowers in summer. Attractive bronze lance shaped leaves. Medicinal.

Hardy perennial, Ht. 30cm. Small insignificant green flowers in summer. Squat shield shaped green leaves which taste similar to green apples. Culinary, use young leaves in salads.

P/E P/E 250

PR17 Rumex scutatus (Polygonaceae) Buckler Leaf Sorrel, French Sorrel

S/A P/C P/C

PR18 Rumex scutatus ‘Silver Shield’ (Polygonaceae) Buckler Silver Shield Sorrel

S/A P/C

-

Hardy perennial, Ht. 30cm. Small insignificant green flowers in summer. Squat shield shaped green leaves, with silver splashes. Taste similar to green apples. Culinary, use young leaves in salads.

P/C P/C

qty.

44

Hardy evergreen shrub, Ht. 60cm. Yellow waxy flowers in summer. Green blue divided, oval leaves. Important medicinal herb. DANGEROUS IRRITANT.

Seeds

8cm pot

1ltr pot

Annual


Biennial

100

PR19 Ruta graveolens (Rutaceae) Rue

S/C P/E P/E

Perennial

PR40 Ruta graveolens ‘Alderley Blue’ (Rutaceae)

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Hardy evergreen shrub, Ht. 40cm. Yellow waxy flowers in summer. Blue divided, oval leaves. Very neat compact habit. Important medicinal herb. DANGEROUS IRRITANT.

P/E P/E

PS01 Salvia argentea AGM (Lamiaceae) Silver Sage

-

Frost hardy biennial, Ht. up to 60cm. Pinkish white flowers in second season. Splendid large silvery grey leaves covered in long silvery white hairs. Protect from excessive rain in winter.

P/E P/E

PS02 Salvia clevelandii (Lamiaceae) Jim Sage

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Evergreen frost tender perennial, Ht. 60cm. Spikes of corn blue flowers in summer. Highly aromatic leaves which can be added to pot-pourris.

P/G P/G

PS03 Salvia elegans ‘Scarlet Pineapple’ (Lamiaceae) Pineapple Sage

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Frost hardy perennial, Ht. 90cm. Striking red, narrow trumpet shaped flowers in late summer. Oval, pointed green with a brown tinge, pineapple scented leaves. Culinary.

P/E P/E

PS04 Salvia elegans ‘Tangerine’ (Lamiaceae) Fruit Scented Sage, Tangerine Sage

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Frost hardy perennial, Ht. 90cm. Striking red, narrow trumpet shaped flowers in late summer. Oval, green with a brown hint, tangerine scented leaves. Culinary, can be used with fruit salads.

P/E P/E

PS53 Salvia jurisicii (Lamiaceae) Balkan Sage

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 25cm. Attractive white and pale lilac flowers. Feathery grey-green, hairy, serrated leaves. Protect from excessive rain in winter. Grows happily in containers.

P/G P/G

PS05 Salvia lavandulifolia (Lamiaceae) Narrow Leaved Sage, Spanish Sage, Lavender Sage

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Frost hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Pretty blue flowers in summer. Aromatic, oval, grey-green textured small leaves. Culinary, good with tomato sauces. Very neat habit.

P/E P/E

PS07 Salvia microphylla var. microphylla (Lamiaceae) Blackcurrant Scented Sage

Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Blue, mauve flowers in summer. Aromatic, oval, grey-green textured leaves. Culinary and medicinal.

PS09 Salvia officinalis ‘Albiflora’ (Lamiaceae) White flowering Sage

Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. White flowers in summer. Aromatic, oval, grey-green textured leaves. Culinary and medicinal.

PS69 Salvia officinalis ‘Berggarten’ (Lamiaceae) Berggarten Sage

Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Rarely flowers. Large aromatic grey-green leaves. Culinary and medicinal.

PS10 Salvia officinalis broad-leaved (Lamiaceae) Broad Leaved Sage

Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Non flowering. Aromatic, oval, grey-green textured leaves. Culinary and medicinal.

Culinary

Medicinal


Warning


P/E P/E

140

PS08 Salvia officinalis (Lamiaceae) Sage

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Frost hardy perennial, Ht. up to 1.2m. Striking cerise flowers in summer. Small oval mid green leaves that smell of blackcurrant. Protect from cold winds and excessive wet in winter.

S/B P/C P/C P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E

Native 45

PS65 Salvia officinalis ‘Greek’ (Lamiaceae) Greek Sage

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Very attractive blue, mauve flowers in summer. Aromatic, oval, grey-green textured leaves that have an extra lobe at the base. Culinary and medicinal.

P/E P/E

PS11 Salvia officinalis ‘Icterina’ AGM (Lamiaceae) Gold Sage

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Pale blue flowers in summer. However this is very rare. Aromatic, oval, gold, green variegated, textured leaves. Culinary and medicinal.

P/E P/E

PS06 Salvia officinalis ‘Nazareth’ (Lamiaceae) Israeli Sage PBR

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Frost hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Pretty blue flowers in summer. Aromatic, soft grey small leaves. Good culinary flavour. Hates being over wet in winter.

P/E P/E

PS13 Salvia officinalis Purpurascens AGM (Lamiaceae) Purple Sage, Red Sage

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 70cm. Blue, mauve flowers in summer. Aromatic, oval, textured purple, red, grey leaves. Culinary and medicinal.

P/E P/E

PS48 Salvia officinalis ‘Rosea’ (Lamiaceae) Pink flowering Sage

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Pink flowers in summer. Aromatic, oval, grey-green textured leaves. Culinary and medicinal.

P/E P/E

PS14 Salvia officinalis ‘Tricolor’ AGM (Lamiaceae) Tricolour Sage

-

Frost hardy perennial, Ht. 40cm. Blue flowers in summer. Aromatic, oval, purple, green , cream variegated, textured leaves. Culinary and medicinal.

Hardy biennial, Ht. 60cm. Colourful flower bracts in second summer. Large grey green textured leaves. Culinary and medicinal.

P/E 125

PS15 Salvia sclarea (Lamiaceae) Clary Sage

P/E

P/C -

PS59 Salvia sclarea ‘Vatican White’ (Lamiaceae) Clary Sage Vatican White

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Hardy biennial, Ht. 75cm. Attractive, tall white flowering bracts in second summer. Large grey green textured leaves. Culinary and medicinal.

P/C 100

PS16 Salvia viridis var. comata (Lamiaceae) Painted Sage, Red Topped Sage

Half hardy annual, Ht. 45cm. Striking red, blue, pink bracts and tiny colourful flowers in summer. Green rough textured leaves. Culinary. Plants available May-July only

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Frost hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. 75cm. Lemon yellow button flowers in summer. Aromatic silver, grey-green, serrated foliage. Moth repellent and medicinal.

qty.

Seeds

8cm pot

1ltr pot

Annual


Biennial

S/B P/C P/C

Hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. 75cm. Yellow button flowers in summer. Aromatic silver serrated foliage. Moth repellent and medicinal.

PS52 Santolina chamaecyparissus ‘Lemon Queen’ (Asteraceae) Cotton Lavender Lemon Queen

46

100

Hardy perennial, evergreen, Ht. up to 60cm. Tiny magenta flowers in summer. Soft, grey, green, toothed leaves. Culinary, the fresh leaves have a cool cucumber flavour.

PS19 Santolina chamaecyparissus ‘Lambrook Silver’ (Asteraceae) Cotton Lavender Lambrook Silver

S/B P/C

PS17 Sanguisorba minor (Rosaceae) Salad Burnet, Pimpernel

S/C

P/E P/E P/E P/E

Perennial

PS20 Santolina chamaecyparissus ‘Pretty Carol’ (Asteraceae) Cotton Lavender Pretty Carol

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Hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. 45cm. Yellow button flowers in summer. Aromatic silver, grey, green serrated foliage. Moth repellent and medicinal.

P/E P/E

PS21 Santolina chamaecyparissus ‘Small-Ness’ (Asteraceae) Cotton Lavender Small-Ness

Hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. 45cm. Yellow button flowers in summer. Aromatic, blue, green, grey foliage which grows in a very tight habit. Moth repellent and medicinal.

PS22

Santolina pinnata subsp. neapolitana ‘Edward Bowles’ (Asteraceae) Cotton Lavender Edward Bowles

P/G P/G -

Hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. 80cm. Pale yellow button flowers in summer. Aromatic silver, grey finely serrated foliage. Moth repellent and medicinal.

P/E P/E

PS23 Santolina rosmarinifolia subsp. rosmarinifolia (Asteraceae) Cotton Lavender Viridis

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Hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. 65cm. Yellow button flowers in summer. Aromatic green serrated foliage. Moth repellent and medicinal.

P/E P/E

PS24 Santolina rosmarinifolia subsp. rosmarinifolia ‘Primrose Gem’ AGM (Asteraceae)

Hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. 65cm. Pale yellow button flowers in summer. Aromatic green serrated foliage. Moth repellent and medicinal.

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 1m. Clusters of pretty pink flowers in late summer. Smooth leaves that taper to a point. Medicinal, leaves and roots make a gentle soap.

P/E P/E 125

PS25 Saponaria officinalis (Caryophyllaceae) Soapwort

-

Cotton Lavender Primrose Gem

P/C

PS64 Satureja biflora (Lamiaceae) Lemon Savory

-

Frost hardy perennial, Ht. 15cm. Narrow green lemon scented leaves, small white/pink flowers in summer. Culinary, great with fish, meat and vegetable dishes.

P/E P/E

PS26 Satureja douglasii (Lamiaceae) Yerba Buena

Half hardy annual, Ht. 30cm. Small white flowers tinged with mauve in summer. Aromatic, oval, pointed leaves. Culinary, good for salt free diets. Plants available May-July only.

Hardy perennial, semi evergreen, Ht. 30cm. Small white tinged with pink flowers in summer. Dark green linear pungent leaves. Culinary, good for salt free diets.

PS29 Satureja montana subsp. illyrica (Lamiaceae) Savory Illyrica

Hardy perennial, semi evergreen, Ht. 25cm. Small mauve flowers in summer. Dark green linear pungent leaves. Culinary, good for salt free diets.

PS30 Satureja spicigera (Lamiaceae) Creeping Savory

Frost hardy perennial, Ht. 8cm. Tiny white flowers in late summer. Bright green linear highly pungent leaves. Culinary, good for salt free diets.

Culinary

Medicinal


Warning


P/G S/B P/B 250

PS28 Satureja montana (Lamiaceae) Winter Savory

P/G

300

-

Half hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 10cm. trailing. Tiny white flowers in summer. Small, mid green mint scented leaves. Medicinal and culinary.

PS27 Satureja hortensis (Lamiaceae) Summer Savory

S/B P/C

S/B P/C P/C P/E P/E P/E P/E

Native 47

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 70cm. Attractive blue, lilac flowers in summer. The mid green lower leaves are oval, the upper leaves are finely dissected. Traditional medicinal herb. Attracts bees and butterflies.

200

PS31 Scabiosa columbaria (Dipsacaceae) Small Scabious

P/C

PS33 Scutellaria lateriflora (Lamiaceae) Skullcap Virginia

Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Small pretty bi coloured purple and pale mauve flowers in summer. Heart shaped, mid green, textured leaves. Traditional medicinal herb.

PS62

Sempervivum ‘Commander Hay’ AGM (Crassulaceae) Houseleek ‘Commander Hay’

P/C P/C -

Hardy perennial, Ht. 12cm. Pink flower stalks in summer. Large rosettes of deep red fleshy leaves. Medicinal, leaves used for insect bites.

P/E P/E

PS34 Sempervivum tectorum AGM (Crassulaceae) Houseleek

Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Attractive spikes of red, purple flowers in summer. Dark green oval leaves with scalloped edges. Ancient medicinal plant.

PS37 Stevia rebaudiana (Asteraceae) Stevia, Kaa-he-e, Aztec Herb

Frost tender perennial, Ht. 60cm. Small white flowers in late summer. The leaves have an extremely sweet taste, can be used in cooking, fresh or dried. Protect from frost.

PS49 Sutherlandia frutescens (Papilionaceae) Cancer Bush, Kankerbos

Frost tender shrub, Ht up to 1m. Large red flowers in summer, followed by papery seed pods. Light green linear leaves. Important medicinal herb from South Africa.

PS38 Symphytum ‘Goldsmith’ (Boraginaceae) Dwarf Variegated Comfrey

Hardy perennial, Ht. 30cm. Clusters of white, blue flowers in spring. Variegated gold cream green, lance shaped leaves which are good for composting.

PS39 Symphytum ibericum (Boraginaceae) Dwarf Comfrey

Hardy perennial, Ht. 30cm. Clusters of yellow, white flowers in spring. Small, lance shaped, mid green leaves, which are covered with slightly prickly hairs. Leaves good for compost. Good ground cover plant.

PS40 Symphytum officinale (Boraginaceae) Comfrey

Hardy perennial, Ht. 1m. Clusters of pink, purple and or white flowers in summer. Lance shaped mid green leaves which are covered with slightly prickly hairs. Leaves good for compost or liquid feed. Medicinal.

PS41 Symphytum x uplandicum (Boraginaceae) Russian Comfrey

Hardy perennial, Ht. 1m. Clusters of pink, purple flowers in summer. Lance shaped mid green leaves which are covered with slightly prickly hairs. Leaves good for composting or liquid feed.

PT85 Tagetes lemmonii (Asteraceae) Mountain Marigold

Frost tender perennial, Ht. 90cm. Small yellow flowers. Highly aromatic lemon scented serrated green leaves. Good mosquito repellent.

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Seeds

8cm pot

1ltr pot

Annual


Biennial

P/E P/E 100

48

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 12cm. Pink flower stalks in summer. Large rosettes of oval, mid green, flesh leaves with darker tips. Medicinal, leaves used for insect bites.

PS36 Stachys officinalis (Lamiaceae) Betony

S/B P/C

S/B P/C P/C P/G P/G P/G P/G P/C P/C P/C P/C P/C P/C P/C P/C P/E P/E

Perennial

200

PT71 Tagetes ‘Lemon Gem’ (Asteraceae) Lemon Marigold

Half hardy annual, Ht. 40cm. Single yellow flowers in summer. Highly aromatic serrated mid green leaves. The whole plant smells of lemon. Very good insect repellent. Plants available May-July only.

P/B -

PT01 Tagetes lucida (Asteraceae) Winter Tarragon, Sweet Mace

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Half hardy perennial, Ht.30-80cm. Single yellow flowers (only in warm climates). Oval mid green leaves. The leaves have a great culinary flavour, more aniseed than standard tarragon.

P/G P/G

PT02 Tagetes patula (Asteraceae) Mexican Marigold

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Half hardy annual, Ht. 1.2m. Single gold flowers in summer, serrated mid green leaves. Great garden plant as it revitalizes spent soil and also controls nematodes. Plants available May-July only.

P/B -

PT03 Tanacetum balsamita (Asteraceae) Alecost, Costmary

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 1m. Clusters of small daisy like flowers in summer. Aromatic, silvery, grey, green, oval leaves. Culinary and medicinal.

P/E P/E

PT04 Tanacetum balsamita subsp. balsametoides (Asteraceae) Camphor Plant

Hardy perennial, Ht. 40cm. Single daisy type flower in summer. Finely divided grey green leaves. The flower in powdered form makes a contact insecticide.

Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. White, single, daisy like, flowers in summer. Mid green, lobed, divided leaves. Medicinal and culinary.

P/E

P/C

P/C -

Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. White, single, daisy like, flowers in summer. Attractive, divided, lobed, golden foliage. Medicinal.

P/C P/C

PT73 Tanacetum parthenium ‘Santana’ (Asteraceae) Feverfew Santana

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 20cm. White, double, daisy like, flowers in summer. Mid green, lobed, divided leaves. Excellent for edging borders.

P/C P/C

PT72 Tanacetum ptarmiciflorum ‘Silver Feather’ (Asteraceae)

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 1.2m. Yellow button flowers in summer. Dark green feathery leaves. Good fly repellent. Culinary and medicinal.

PT09 Tanacetum vulgare var. crispum (Asteraceae) Curled Tansy

Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Yellow button flowers in summer. Dark green, curled feathery leaves. Good fly repellent.

Culinary

Medicinal


Warning


P/E P/E 850

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Hardy perennial, Ht 40cm. Single daisy like flowers in summer. Finely cut silvery grey foliage. Fly repellent.

PT08 Tanacetum vulgare (Asteraceae) Tansy

S/C P/C

PT07 Tanacetum parthenium ‘Aureum’ (Asteraceae) Golden Feverfew

S/C P/C

150

PT06 Tanacetum parthenium (Asteraceae) Feverfew

P/E

100

-

Hardy perennial, Ht. 1m. White daisy flowers in summer. Aromatic, silver grey oval leaves. Culinary and medicinal.

PT05 Tanacetum cinerariifolium (Asteraceae) Pyrethrum

S/B

S/B P/C P/C P/E P/E

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PT10 Tanacetum vulgare ‘Isla Gold’ (Asteraceae) Isla Gold Tansy

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Yellow button flowers in summer. Attractive feathery yellow foliage, which can scorch in the sun. Good fly repellent.

P/E P/E

PT11 Tanacetum vulgare ‘Silver Lace’ (Asteraceae) Silver Lace Tansy

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Yellow button flowers in summer. Lovely cream and green variegated feathery foliage on new growth only, reverts to green in late season. Good fly repellent.

P/E P/E

PT13 Teucrium chamaedrys L. (Lamiaceae) Wall Germander

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 45cm. Pink flowers in summer. Miniature oak shaped mid green leaves. Traditional medicinal herb.

P/E P/E

PT15 Teucrium hircanicum (Lamiaceae) Caucasian Germander

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Perennial, Ht. 30cm. Purple/pink flowers in spikes. Grey green foliage. Medicinal.

P/E P/E

PT14 Teucrium flavum (Lamiaceae) Germander Harum

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Frost hardy perennial, Ht. 25cm. Yellow flowers in spikes. Grey green foliage. Medicinal.

P/E P/E

PT16 Teucrium x lucidrys (Lamiaceae) Hedge Germander

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Hardy shrub, evergreen, Ht. 45cm. Pink flowers in summer. Small, oval shiny dark green leaves. Medicinal, traditional knot garden plant.

P/E P/E

PT17 Teucrium marum (Lamiaceae) Cat Thyme

Frost hardy perennial, Ht. 30cm. Small pink flowers in summer. Very aromatic small grey leaves. Cats adore the scent. Good bee plant. Medicinal.

PT18 Teucrium montanum (Lamiaceae) Alpine Germander

P/E P/E -

Hardy perennial, Ht. 15cm. Small pale yellow/cream flowers in summer. Dark green small leaves.

P/E P/E

PT19 Teucrium polium (Lamiaceae) Germander Polium

Hardy perennial, Ht. 60cm. Pale green flowers in summer. Soft green textured heart shaped leaves. Medicinal.

PT21 Teucrium scorodonia ‘Crispum’ (Lamiaceae) Curly Wood Sage

Hardy perennial, Ht. 35cm. Pale green flowers in summer. Soft green leaves with attractive crinkled edges. Medicinal.

PT22 Thymus camphoratus (Lamiaceae) Camphor Thyme

Frost hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 12cm. Pinkish flowers with bracts in summer. Small grey slightly succulent leaves. Good shaped bush with camphor scented leaves. Culinary, use with strong flavoured meat.

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8cm pot

1ltr pot

Annual


Biennial

P/E P/E 150

PT20 Teucrium scorodonia (Lamiaceae) Wood Sage

50

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Frost hardy perennial deciduous, Ht. 15cm. Pinkish/purple flowers. Grey green woolly leaves. This plant needs good drainage.

S/C P/C P/C P/E P/E P/E P/E

Perennial

PT23 Thymus cilicicus (Lamiaceae) Sicily Thyme

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Frost hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 5cm. Pink flowers in summer. Bright green thin celery scented leaves that grow in a neat mound. Decorative and aromatic.

P/E P/E

PT24 Thymus citriodorus (Lamiaceae) Lemon Thyme

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Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 15cm. Pink flowers in summer. Small dark green leaves which have a good strong lemon scent. Good culinary thyme with chicken and fish.

P/C P/C

PT25 Thymus citriodorus ‘Golden Lemon’ (Lamiaceae) Golden Lemon Thyme

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Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 15cm. Pink flowers in summer. Small green and yellow variegated leaves which have a strong lemon scent. Culinary, good with chicken and fish.

P/C P/C

PT26 Thymus citriodorus ‘Silver Queen’ AGM (Lamiaceae) Silver Queen Thyme

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Frost hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 25cm. Pale pink/lilac flowers in summer. Small dark silver variegated leaves which have a lemon scent. Culinary, good with chicken and fish.

P/C P/C

PT27 Thymus Coccineus Group AGM (Lamiaceae) Creeping Red Thyme

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Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 7cm. Bright red flowers in summer. Small dark green leaves. Decorative and aromatic.

P/C P/C

PT56 Thymus Coccineus Group ‘Red Elf’ (Lamiaceae) Red Elf Thyme

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Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 4cm. Bright red flowers in summer. Small dark green leaves. Decorative and aromatic.

P/E P/E

PT70 Thymus comosus (Lamiaceae) Comosus Thyme

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Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 10cm. Pink flowers in summer. Small mid green round leaves. Decorative and aromatic.

P/E P/E

PT28 Thymus ‘Creeping Lemon’ (Lamiaceae) Creeping Lemon Thyme

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Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 7cm. Pink/purple flowers in summer. Dark green small lemon scented leaves. Good for ground cover and planting in gravel.

P/C P/C

PT86 Thymus ‘Dartmoor’ (Lamiaceae) Dartmoor Thyme

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Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 3cm. Lilac-pink flowers in summer. Dense woolly grey/green leaves. Good in a thyme lawn.

P/E P/E

PT29 Thymus doefleri ‘Bressingham’ (Lamiaceae) Bressingham Thyme

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Frost hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 2cm. Pink flowers in summer. Small long grey hairy leaves. Good in rockeries.

P/C P/C

PT30 Thymus ‘Doone Valley’ (Lamiaceae) Doone Valley Thyme

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 30cm. White flowers in summer. Small, grey, green, orange scented leaves. Culinary, use with sweet and savoury dishes.

Culinary

Medicinal


Warning


P/C P/C 1000

PT31 Thymus ‘Fragrantissimus’ (Lamiaceae) Orange Scented Thyme

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Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 5cm. Purple flowers in summer. Small, round, lemon scented, variegated gold and green leaves. Good in gravel.

S/E P/C P/C

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PT32 Thymus ‘Hartington Silver’ (Lamiaceae) Hartington Silver Thyme

Frost hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 3cm. Pink flowers in summer. Tiny, variegated cream and silver and green leaves. Decorative.

PT33 Thymus herba-barona (Lamiaceae) Caraway Scented Thyme

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 10cm. Rose flowers in summer. Small dark green caraway scented leaves. Culinary, use to flavour beef dishes.

PT81 Thymus herba-barona ‘Lemon-scented’ (Lamiaceae) Lemon Caraway Thyme

Frost hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 10cm. Pink flowers in summer. Small dark green lemon-scented leaves. Culinary, the leaves have a strong lemon flavour.

PT82 Thymus ‘Jekka’ (Lamiaceae) Jekka’s Thyme

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 10cm. Clusters of small pink flowers in early summer. Mid green highly aromatic leaves. Good culinary flavour, use with fish, chicken and vegetable dishes.

PT88 Thymus ‘Jekka’s Rosy Carpet’ (Lamiaceae) Jekka’s Rosy Carpet Thyme

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 3cm. Attractive pink flowers in summer. Dark green leaves which form a dense carpet. Good for paths, lawns and walls.

PT34 Thymus ‘Lilac Time’ (Lamiaceae) Lilac Time Thyme

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 4cm. Mauve flowers in summer. Tiny mat forming green leaves. Decorative.

PT35 Thymus longicaulis (Lamiaceae) Pine Scented Thyme

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 15cm. Pink flowers in summer. Small green pine scented leaves. Culinary, use with meat and game.

PT37 Thymus ‘Pink Ripple’ (Lamiaceae) Pink Ripple Thyme

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 6cm. Pink flowers in summer. Small green leaves which become golden in summer. Good culinary thyme, strong flavour. Good ground cover.

PT38 Thymus polytrichus subsp. britannicus (Lamiaceae) Wild Creeping Thyme

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 3cm. Pink flowers in summer. Tiny dark green leaves. Good culinary herb. Attractive to bees.

PT39 Thymus ‘Porlock’ (Lamiaceae) Porlock Thyme

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 30cm. Pink flowers in spring to summer. Small dark green leaves. Culinary, use in stews, salads, sauces etc. Medicinal, antibacterial and anti fungal.

PT40 Thymus pseudolanuginosus (Lamiaceae) Woolly Thyme

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 5cm. Pale pink/mauve flowers for most of the summer. Grey/green hairy leaves. Plant in gravel or rockeries. Hates wet ground.

PT41 Thymus pulegioides (Lamiaceae) Broad Leaved Thyme

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Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 10cm. Pink flowers in summer. Dark green round leaves. Good culinary thyme, strong flavour. Good ground cover.

Seeds

8cm pot

1ltr pot

Annual


Biennial

P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/E P/C P/C P/E P/E P/C P/C P/E P/E Perennial

PT42 Thymus pulegioides ‘Archer’s Gold’ (Lamiaceae) Archers Gold Thyme

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Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 10cm. Pink/mauve flowers in summer. Green, gold round leaves. Culinary, good with vegetable dishes.

P/C P/C

PT43 Thymus pulegioides ‘Aureus’ AGM (Lamiaceae) Golden Thyme

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Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 35cm. Pale pink/lilac flowers in summer. Round gold leaves. Culinary, good with chicken and fish.

P/C P/C

PT44 Thymus pulegioides ‘Bertram Anderson’ AGM (Lamiaceae) Bertram Anderson Thyme

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Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 10cm. Pink/mauve flowers in summer. Small gold, green leaves which grow in a neat mound. Culinary, good with vegetables.

P/C P/C

PT45 Thymus pulegioides ‘Foxley’ (Lamiaceae) Foxley Thyme

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Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 10cm. Pink flowers in summer. Variegated round cream, green leaves. Good culinary flavour. Good ground cover.

P/E P/E

PT47 Thymus ‘Redstart’ (Lamiaceae) Redstart Thyme

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 3cm. Pink/purple flowers in summer. Tiny dark green leaves. Good for ground cover and planting in gravel.

PT50 Thymus serpyllum var. albus (Lamiaceae) Creeping White Thyme

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 3cm. White flowers in summer. Tiny bright green leaves. Good ground cover. Trim back after flowering.

PT51 Thymus serpyllum ‘Annie Hall’ (Lamiaceae) Annie Hall Thyme

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 3cm. Pale pink flowers all summer. Small mid green leaves. Prefers a well drained, sunny position.

PT52 Thymus serpyllum ‘Goldstream’ (Lamiaceae) Goldstream Thyme

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 3cm. Mauve flowers in summer. Small gold and green variegated leaves. Decorative.

PT75 Thymus serpyllum ‘Iden’ (Lamiaceae) Iden Thyme

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 9cm. Abundant pink flowers in May and June. Small green aromatic leaves. Very decorative.

PT74 Thymus serpyllum ‘Lemon Curd’ (Lamiaceae) Lemon Curd Thyme

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 15cm. Pale pink flowers in the summer. Lemon scented green leaves. Arching habit. Good culinary flavour.

PT84 Thymus serpyllum ‘Magic Carpet’ (Lamiaceae) Magic Carpet Thyme

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 3cm. Mauve flowers in summer. Small green leaves. Decorative.

P/E P/E 1000

PT49 Thymus serpyllum L. (Lamiaceae) Creeping Thyme

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Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 5cm. Bright red flowers in summer. Small dark green leaves. Decorative and aromatic. Trim after flowering.

S/C P/C P/C P/C P/C P/E P/E P/C P/C P/E P/E P/E P/E P/C P/C

Culinary

Medicinal


Warning


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PT53 Thymus serpyllum ‘Minimalist’ (Lamiaceae) Minimalist Thyme

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Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 2cm. Pink/mauve flowers in summer. Tiny dark green leaves. Good for ground cover and planting in paths.

P/E P/E

PT54 Thymus serpyllum ‘Minor’ (Lamiaceae) Minor Thyme

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Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 2cm. Pink/mauve flowers in summer. Tiny mid green leaves. Good for ground cover and planting in paths.

P/E P/E

PT87 Thymus serpyllum ‘Mother of Thyme’ (Lamiaceae) Mother of Thyme

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Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht 2cm. Mauve flowers in summer. Forms a dense carpet. Good for paths, lawns and walls.

P/E P/E

PT55 Thymus serpyllum ‘Pink Chintz’ AGM (Lamiaceae) Pink Chintz Thyme

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Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 3cm. Pale pink flowers all summer. Small hairy, grey, green leaves. Good for rockeries and planting in gravel.

P/C P/C

PT57 Thymus serpyllum ‘Russetings’ (Lamiaceae) Russetings Thyme

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Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 3cm. Mauve/purple flowers in summer. Small dark green leaves. Good for ground cover and planting in gravel.

P/C P/C

PT58 Thymus serpyllum ‘Snowdrift’ (Lamiaceae) Snowdrift Thyme

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Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 3cm. Masses of white flowers in summer. Small round green leaves. Decorative and aromatic. Good for ground cover and planting in gravel. Trim back after flowering.

P/E P/E

PT83 Thymus serpyllum ‘Vey’ (Lamiaceae) Vey Thyme

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 20cm. Mauve flowers in summer. Small mid green leaves. Culinary, use in stews, salads, sauces, etc. Medicinal, antibacterial and anti fungal.

PT60 Thymus vulgaris ‘Compactus’ (Lamiaceae) Compact Thyme

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 30cm. Very pale mauve flowers in summer. Small narrow green leaves. Culinary, use in stews, salads, sauces, etc. Medicinal, antibacterial and anti fungal.

PT61 Thymus vulgaris French (Lamiaceae) French Thyme

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 15cm. Pale mauve flowers in summer. Small narrow green leaves. Culinary, use in stews, salads, sauces, etc. Medicinal, antibacterial and anti fungal.

PT62 Thymus vulgaris ‘Silver Posie’ (Lamiaceae) Silver Posie Thyme

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 35cm. Pale pink/lilac flowers in summer. Small silver and green variegated leaves. Culinary, good with chicken and fish.

PT63 Thymus vulgaris ‘Snow White’ (Lamiaceae) Compact White Thyme

Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 10cm. Small white flowers in summer. Tiny green leaves, which grow in a neat habit. Good culinary flavour.

qty.

Seeds

8cm pot

1ltr pot

Annual


Biennial

P/E P/E 1000

PT59 Thymus vulgaris (Lamiaceae) Common Thyme, Garden Thyme

54

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Hardy evergreen perennial, Ht. 3cm. Small pale pink flowers in summer. Small green leaves. Decorative and aromatic. Good for ground cover and planting in gravel. Trim back after flowering.

S/B P/C P/C P/C P/C P/C P/C P/C P/C P/E P/E

Perennial

Half hardy annual, Ht. 30cm. Red/orange flowers in summer to early autumn. Variegated cream/white and green leaves. The leaves and flowers may be used in salads.

Half hardy annual, Ht. 30cm. Red/scarlet flowers in summer to early autumn, green leaves. The leaves and flowers can be used in salads.

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Frost hardy evergreen shrub, Ht. up to 2.5m. Pretty shell pink flowers in summer, followed by round fruit which ripen to red in the autumn. Eat when soft, tastes of strawberries. Reputedly Queen Victoria’s favourite fruit.

P/I P/I

PU02 Ugni molinae ‘Variegata’ (Myrtaceae) Variegated Chilean Guava

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Frost hardy evergreen shrub, Ht. 2-3m. Small white flowers with golden stamens in summer, followed by round pale red fruit that taste of strawberries. Dark green small oval aromatic leaves which have a golden variegation when young.

P/I P/I

PV20 Valeriana jatamansii (Valerianaceae) Himalayan Valerian

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 1.2m. Clusters of small sweetly-scented pale pink/white flowers in summer. Mid green deeply divided and toothed leaves. Prefers a damp situation. Traditional medicinal herb.

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 90cm. Tiny clusters of terminal very pale lilac flowers in summer. Deeply divided green leaves with curved teeth. Important medicinal herb.

PV04 Viola ‘Bowles Black’ (Violaceae) Black Violet

Hardy perennial, Ht. 15cm. Small black pansy shaped flowers from spring until early autumn. Small mid-green, toothed heart-shaped leaves. Use flowers in salads.

PV08 Viola ‘Charlotte’

(Violaceae) Hardy perennial, Ht. 20cm. Pretty, very pale cream, scented flowers shading into pale lavender at the edges. Toothed heart-shaped mid green leaves. Use flowers in salads.

Culinary

Medicinal


Warning


P/C S/B P/C P/C 340

PV03 Verbena officinalis (Valerianaceae) Vervain

P/C

140

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 20cm. Pink flowers in the spring. Suitable for planting in moist, shady conditions. An important medicinal herb.

PV01 Valeriana officinalis (Valerianaceae) Valerian

S/C -

PU01 Ugni molinae (Myrtaceae) Chilean Guava

S/C -

10

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Half hardy annual, Ht. 25cm. Red/orange flowers in summer to early autumn, green leaves. The leaves and flowers may be used in salads.

PT68 Tropaeolum majus ‘Tom Thumb Black Velvet’ (Tropaeolaceae) Nasturtium Black Velvet

S/C -

10

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Half hardy annual, Ht. 20cm. Multicoloured pale pink/orange/cream flowers in summer to early autumn. Green leaves. The leaves and flowers may be used in salads.

PT67 Tropaeolum majus Tom Thumb mixed (Tropaeolaceae) Nasturtium Tom Thumb

S/C -

10

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Half hardy annual, Ht. 30cm. Dark red flowers in summer to early autumn. Dark green leaves. The leaves and flowers may be used in salads.

PT66 Tropaeolum majus ‘Peaches and Cream’ (Tropaeolaceae) Nasturtium Peaches & Cream

S/C -

10

PT65 Tropaeolum majus ‘Empress of India’ (Tropaeolaceae) Nasturtium Empress of India

10

PT64 Tropaeolum majus Alaska Series AGM (Tropaeolaceae) Nasturtium Alaska

S/B P/C P/C P/C P/C P/C P/C

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PV10 Viola ‘Columbine’ (Violaceae) Columbine Violet

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 20cm. Very pretty white and purple splashed flowers all season. Mid green heart-shaped toothed leaves. Use flowers in salads.

P/C P/C

PV06 Viola odorata (Violaceae) Sweet Violet

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 15cm. Violet coloured sweetly scented flowers in spring. Toothed heart-shaped mid-green leaves. Use flowers in salads.

P/C P/C

PV07 Viola riviniana Purpurea Group (Violaceae) Labradorica Violet

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 20cm. Pale blue, purple flowers from spring until early autumn. Dark purple heart-shaped leaves. Use flowers in salads.

P/C P/C

PV14 Viola riviniana ‘Rosea’ (Violaceae) Pink Violet

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 15cm. Dusky pink flowers from spring until early autumn. Green heart shaped foliage. Use flowers in salads.

P/E P/E

PV13 Viola sororia ‘Albiflora’ (Violaceae) White Violet

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Hardy perennial, Ht. 10cm. Comparatively large, beautiful white flowers in early summer. Toothed heart-shaped mid-green leaves. Use flowers in salads.

Hardy perennial, Ht. up to 30cm. Small tricolour flowers from spring until early autumn. Small mid green toothed heart-shaped leaves. Use flowers in salads. Plants available May-July only.

PW01 Westringia fruticosa AGM (Lamiaceae) Australian Rosemary

Half hardy evergreen shrub, Ht. up to 2m. White lightly aromatic flowers all season. Dark green narrow leaves. This is NOT an edible rosemary. Protect from cold winds and excessive wet in winter. Medicinal.

PW02 Westringia fruticosa ‘Variegata’ (Lamiaceae) Australian Variegated Rosemary

Half hardy evergreen shrub, Ht. up to 1m. White lightly aromatic flowers all season. Very attractive green and white variegated foliage, looks marvelous in a terracotta. This is NOT an edible rosemary. Protect from cold winds and excessive wet in winter.

P/E 100

PV05 Viola tricolor (Violaceae) Heartsease, Wild Pansy

P/E

S/D P/C P/G P/G P/G P/G

Salad Herb Mixes

Launched at the Chelsea Flower Show in 2005, these packets of mixed salad herbs are very popular. Sow into a pot, grow-bag or into the garden, and treat as a ‘cut and come again’ salad crop.

Chichory Italico Rosso, Rocket Dentellate, Lettuce Lollo Rossa, Lettuce Catalogna Cerbiata, Kale Nero de Toscana.

400

S/A

Sorrel de Belleville, Corn Salad Verte de Cambrai, Lettuce Rougette de Montpelier, Chervil.

400

S/A

400

S/A

400

S/A

400

SES10 TUSCAN SALAD HERB MIX

S/A

SES11 PROVENCAL SALAD HERB MIX SES12 EASTERN SALAD HERB MIX

Mibuna, Mizuna, Red Mustard, Green Mustard, Pak Choi White, Tah Tsai.

SES13 JEKKA’S CHOICE SALAD HERB MIX

Land Cress, Red Russian Kale, Salad Rocket, Red Chard, Spinach.

SES14 JEKKA’S RED SALAD HERB MIX .

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Red Frills Mustard, Red Pak Choi, Red Lettuce.


Seed Collections

Please see Order Form Insert for Prices. SCBAS BASIL COLLECTION

Greek Basil, Lemon Basil, Cinnamon Basil, Lettuce Leaf Basil, Anise Basil.

SCBIO BIODIVERSITY COLLECTION

Cornflower, Field Poppy, Fullers Teasel, Goats Rue, Oxeye Daisy.

Summer Savory, Garlic Chives, French Parsley, Common Thyme, Greek Oregano.

Nasturtium Alaska, Borage, Pot Marigold, Clary Sage, Wild Bergamot.

SCCUL CULINARY HERB COLLECTION SCEDI EDIBLE FLOWER COLLECTION

SCORI ORIENTAL HERB COLLECTION Shiso Purple, Purple Flowering Choysum, Mitsuba, Chopsuey, Mizuna. SCRED ‘REDS IN THE BED’ COLLECTION Bulls Blood, Red Lettuce, Amaranth ‘Red Army’, Red Pak Choi,

Red Frills Mustard.

SCSAL SALAD HERB COLLECTION Chicory, Purslane, Salad Rocket, Red Orach, Chervil. SCTEA HERBAL TEA COLLECTION Chamomile, Lemon Balm, Dill, Vervain, Fennel.

Rooted Modules (plug)

Please see Order Form Insert for Prices. PMOC18 Chamaemelum nobile ‘Flore Pleno’

Double Flowered Chamomile. Perennial, Ht 8cm. Double white flowers in summer. Sweet smelling foliage. Flowers can be used in salads and tea. Good for lawns.

PMOC19 Chamaemelum nobile ‘Treneague’

Lawn Chamomile, Chamomile Treneague Perennial evergreen, Ht 6cm. Non-flowering. Needs no mowing! Plant 10-15cm apart in well drained ground, not stony.

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Jekka’s Complete Herb Book Updated and revised edition published in hardback October 2007, and in paperback February 2009. First published in hardback 1994, reprinted 8 times. First published in paperback 1997, reprinted 6 times. This updated and revised edition of Jekka’s Complete Herb Book, published in association with the RHS, aims to be definitive on the successful cultivation of herbs. It is the herb gardener’s essential companion. Updated and expanded, with over 40 new herbs covered including daisy, ginger, castor oil and purslane, the book also features many new photographs of herbs taken by Jekka on the farm. For each herb, advice is given on its history, cultivation, propagation and harvesting, and the medicinal and culinary uses. Over 250 recipes are included. Reviews “Jekka’s is a must-have book for everyone who loves gardening and cooking. I’m her biggest fan. The book is fantastic and so is her amazing knowledge of herbs. She has wonderful ideas to make your food taste the best and to make you feel good. This is the herb book to have.” Jamie Oliver “There is probably no one in Britain who knows more about herbs than Jekka McVicar” Daily Mail Weekend “...even after my first flip through...I felt inspired to take on a whole herb garden...Whether you are a seasoned gardener, a green-fingered chef or novice looking to break away from the parsley, you’ll find joy in these pages.” Annette Bayne, The Citizen

“What gives the book an edge on other titles on the same subject is the way we are given the whole picture...herbs are among the most interesting plants on the planet; McVicar makes the most of this aspect, delving into their history with a text that is both page-turning and witty.” Sunday Business Post JEKKA’S COMPLETE HERB BOOK Paperback £16.99 plus p&p

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SEEDS - The Ultimate Guide to Growing Successfully from Seed Reprinted paperback edition published in association with the RHS, February 2008. First published in paperback 2001, reprinted in 2003. Offering invaluable practical hints to help first time growers and experienced gardeners alike, Seeds provides a hands-on approach to growing based on organic principles. As well as basic information about pollination, fertilisation, advice on when to harvest and how to sort and store seeds, there is also detailed information on over 500 genera, encompassing entries for alpines, annuals, grasses, trees and vegetables. Runner up in the Gardening Reference Book Category at the Garden Writers Guild Book Awards 2002. Reviews “...it’s an invaluable guide for both the beginner and the more experienced gardener...” Homestyle “The book fills what I’ve always thought was a big gap in the market.....above all it de-mystifies the whole process.” Rachel de Thame, BBC2 Gardener’s World “The ink was hardly dry on this book before I was using plant labels to mark the pages...”John Cushnie, Irish Gardens “Jekka has drawn on her wealth of experience to write this definitive and comprehensive guide.” Country Living SEEDS: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO GROWING SUCCESSFULLY FROM SEED Paperback £14.99 plus p&p

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Jekka’s Herb Cookbook Published in hardback June 2010 For the first time, ‘queen of herbs’ Jekka McVicar offers over 250 original recipes using her top 50 garden herbs. Jekka’s knowledge and passion for herbs is unrivalled. This book, featuring a chapter devoted to each herb, shows you how to grow and maintain your own; how to preserve them for later use; what to do with a glut and how to make the most of it; and how herbs can transform your cooking. With stunning illustrations by Jekka’s daughter, Hannah McVicar, and a foreword by Jamie Oliver, this is a truly unique and beautiful volume that will be treasured by growers and cooks alike. Reviews “Nobody is a better qualified guide than Jekka McVicar, who has spent a lifetime cultivating.. and using herbs. Part reference book, part cookbook, this will be equally at home in the kitchen and the potting shed.” John Koski, Daily Mail Food Book of the Week

“What’s exciting and clever about what Jekka has done with this book is that she’s focused on a ‘hit-list’: her top 50 cooking herbs of all time, and gives you delicious and exciting ways of using them.”Jamie Oliver “...the book contains more than 250 original recipes. These include Tunisian salad

with caraway seed and mint, which provides a classic mix of Middle Eastern flavours, while lemon verbena gives a citrus kick to a raspberry fool...the watercolour illustrations by McVicar’s daughter Hannah enhance the text beautfully. Jekka’s Herb Cookbook will add extensively to a chef’s knowledge, as well as inspire a wide selection of both savoury and sweet dishes.” Janet Harmer, Caterersearch.com

JEKKA’S COMPLETE HERB BOOK Hardback £25 plus p&p

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Gift Vouchers Our gift vouchers make the perfect present for gardeners, cooks, and anyone interested in herbs. Available in multiples of £5, they can be used to buy anything from our webshop, catalogue, or in payment at our Open Days.

Greetings Cards Exclusive to Jekka’s Herb Farm, and reproduced from original screenprints by Hannah McVicar (illustrator of Jekka’s Herb Cookbook & our catalogue covers), these beautiful cards each feature an individual culinary herb with Jekka’s herb recipe on the back, relating to the herb illustrated. The inside is blank, so you can use them as birthday cards, notelets, even Christmas cards for herb fanatics! Available as a collection of six cards, featuring: Dill, Garlic Chives, Lavender, Rosemary, Sage and Tarragon. Each card is individually wrapped, complete with recycled envelope. See Order Form Insert for prices.

Jute Bags Sturdy, strong, fully lined and considerably larger than your average ‘bag for life’. These bags were designed to carry heaps of heavy herbs, and the lining means that wet plant pots won’t leave you with a soggy bag! Also very useful for carrying shopping, books, recycled bottles etc. Road tested and fully approved by the Jekka’s Herb Farm team. 43 x 17 x 38cm, natural jute colour with jute handles, gusset for extra width and plastic inner lining. See Order Form Insert for prices.


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ACHILLEA Achillea Gold Plate Achillea filipendulina 'Gold Plate' AGM Achillea 'The Pearl' Achillea ptarmica 'The Pearl' AGM AFRICAN BULBINE, Burn Jelly Plant Bulbine frutescens ALECOST, Costmary Tanacetum balsamita ALOE Aloe Vera Aloe Vera AMARANTH Amaranthus tricolor 'Red Army' AMOMYRTUS Amomyrtus luma ANGELICA American Angelica Angelica atropurpurea Angelica Angelica archangelica Angelica Gigas, Korean Angelica Angelica gigas Angelica Vicar’s Mead Angelica sylvestris ‘Vicar’s Mead’ Spanish Angelica Angelica pachycarpa ANISE HYSSOP Agastache foeniculum (Pursh) Kuntze ARNICA North American Arnica, Mountain Tobacco Arnica chamissonis Less. ARRAYAN, Luma Chequen Luma chequen (Myrtus chequen) ARTEMISIA Artemisia Old Warrior, Roman Wormwood Artemisia pontica Artemisia Oriental Limelight Artemisia vulgaris ORIENTAL LIMELIGHT ‘Janlim’ Artemisia Powis Castle Artemisia 'Powis Castle' AGM Sweet Annie, Sweet Wormwood Artemisia annua Western Mugwort Artemisia ludoviciana 'Silver Queen' AGM AZEBU-TADE, Water Pepper Persicaria hydropiper var. rubra BALM OF GILEAD Cedronella canariensis BASIL Alpine Basil Acinos alpinus Anise Basil Ocimum basilicum 'Horapha' Bush Basil Ocimum minimum Cinnamon Basil Ocimum basilicum 'Cinnamon' Greek Basil Ocimum minimum 'Greek' Green Ruffles Basil Ocimum basilicum 'Green Ruffles' Holy Basil, Purple Tulsi Ocimum tenuiflorum Lemon Basil, Indonesian Kemangie Ocimum x citriodorum Lettuce Leaf Basil Ocimum basilicum 'Napolitano' Lime Basil, Thai Lime Basil Ocimum americanum Mrs Burns Basil Ocimum basilicum 'Mrs Burns' Purple Basil Ocimum basilicum var. purpurascens 'Dark Opal' Purple Ruffles Basil Ocimum basilicum var. purpurascens 'Purple Ruffles' Red Rubin Basil Ocimum basilicum var. purpurascens 'Red Rubin' Siam Queen Basil Ocimum x citriodorum 'Siam Queen' Sweet Basil Ocimum basilicum Thai Basil, Dwarf Anise Ocimum basilicum 'Horapha Nanum' Wild Basil Clinopodium vulgare BAY Bay Laurus nobilis AGM BEEFSTEAK PLANT, Purple Shiso Perilla frutescens var. purpurascens BERGAMOT Lemon Bergamot Monarda citriodora Red Bergamot, Bee Balm Bergamot Monarda didyma Wild Bergamot Monarda fistulosa BETONY Stachys officinalis BORAGE, Borage Borago officinalis

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BORAGE (cont.) Indian Borage Plectranthus amboinicus Prostrate Borage, Corsican Borage Borago pygmaea White Borage Borago officinalis 'Alba' BOX Box Buxus sempervirens AGM Golden Box Buxus sempervirens 'Latifolia Maculata' AGM Variegated Box Buxus sempervirens 'Elegantissima' AGM BUGLE Bronze Bugle Ajuga reptans 'Atropurpurea' Bugle Ajuga reptans BULLS BLOOD Beta vulgaris 'Bulls Blood' BURN JELLY PLANT, African Bulbine Bulbine frutescens CALAMINT Calamint Grandiflora Calamintha grandiflora Calamint, Mountain Balm Calamintha menthifolia Lesser Calamint Calamintha nepeta CAMPHOR PLANT Tanacetum balsamita subsp. balsamitoides CANCER BUSH, Kankerbos Sutherlandia frutescens CARAWAY Carum carvi CARDAMOM Elettaria cardamomum CARDOON Cynara cardunculus AGM CATMINT Catmint Nepeta x faassenii AGM Catmint Nervosa Nepeta nervosa Catmint Six Hills Giant Nepeta 'Six Hills Giant' Siberian Catmint Nepeta sibirica Walker's Low Catmint Nepeta racemosa 'Walker's Low' White Flowering Catmint Nepeta x faassenii 'Alba' CATNIP, CATNEP Catnip, Catnep Nepeta cataria Lemon Scented Catnip Nepeta cataria 'Citriodora' CELERY LEAF, Wild Celery Apiums graveolens CHAMOMILE Chamomile, Roman Chamomile Chamaemelum nobile Double Flowered Chamomile Chamaemelum nobile 'Flore Pleno' Dyers Chamomile, Yellow Chamomile Anthemis tinctoria Lawn Chamomile Chamaemelum nobile 'Treneague' CHERVIL Anthriscus cerefolium CHICORY, Succory Cichorium intybus CHILEAN GUAVA Chilean Guava Ugni molinae Variegated Chilean Guava Ugni molinae ‘Variegata’ CHIVES Blue Chives, Siberian Chives, Chi si shan jiu Allium nutans Chives Allium schoenoprasum Garlic Chives, Chinese Chives Allium tuberosum CHOPSUEY GREEN, Flavon Chrysanthemum coronarium COMFREY Comfrey Symphytum officinale Dwarf Comfrey Symphytum ibericum Dwarf Variegated Comfrey Symphytum 'Goldsmith' Specialising in Organic Culinary, Aromatic, Decorative and Medicinal Herbs

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COMFREY (cont.) Russian Comfrey Symphytum x uplandicum CORIANDER Coriander Coriandrum sativum Quilquina, Bolivian Coriander Porophyllum ruderale Vietnamese Coriander, Rau Ram Persicaria odorata CORNFLOWER Centaurea cyanus COSTMARY, Alecost Tanacetum balsamita COTTON LAVENDER Cotton Lavender Edward Bowles Santolina pinnata subsp. neapolitana 'Edward Bowles' Cotton Lavender Lambrook Silver Santolina chamaecyparissus 'Lambrook Silver' Cotton Lavender Lemon Queen Santolina chamaecyparissus 'Lemon Queen' Cotton Lavender Pretty Carol Santolina chamaecyparissus 'Pretty Carol' Cotton Lavender Primrose Gem Santolina rosmarinifolia subsp. rosmarinifolia 'Primrose Gem' Cotton Lavender Small-Ness Santolina chamaecyparissus 'Small-Ness' Cotton Lavender Viridis Santolina rosmarinifolia subsp. rosmarinifolia COWSLIP Primula veris AGM CUBAN OREGANO Plectranthus amboinicus CURRY PLANT Curry Plant Helichrysum italicum AGM (angustifolium) Dartington Curry Plant Helichrysum italicum 'Dartington' Dwarf Curry Plant Helichrysum microphyllum (Willd.) Cambess. Korma Curry Plant Helichrysum italicum 'Korma' DILL Anethum graveolens DROPWORT Filipendula vulgaris ECHINACEA Echinacea, (Black Sampson) Echinacea angustifolia Echinacea, Coneflower Echinacea pallida Purple Echinacea, Purple Coneflower Echinacea purpurea ELECAMPANE Elecampane Inula helenium Oriental Elecampane Inula orientalis ESCALLONIA Curry Scented Escallonia Escallonia resinosa EVENING PRIMROSE Evening Primrose Oenothera biennis Evening Primrose Macrocarpa Oenothera macrocarpa AGM Evening Primrose Speciosa Oenothera speciosa Evening Primrose Tetragona Oenothera fruticosa subsp. glauca AGM Evening Primrose Youngii Oenothera fruticosa 'Youngii' FENNEL Bronze Fennel Foeniculum vulgare 'Purpureum' Fennel Foeniculum vulgare Giant Fennel Ferula communis Rubrum Fennel Foeniculum vulgare 'Rubrum' FEVERFEW Feverfew Tanacetum parthenium Golden Feverfew Tanacetum parthenium 'Aureum' Santana Feverfew Tanacetum parthenium 'Santana' FLAVON, Chopsuey Green Chrysanthemun coronarium FLAX Flax, Linseed Linum perenne White Flax Linum perenne ‘Album’

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FOXGLOVE Digitalis purpurea FRENCH LILAC, Goat's Rue Galega officinalis FULLERS TEASEL Dipsacus fullonum FUSCHIA, Tree Fuschia Fuchsia arborescens GARLIC Garlic Chives, Chinese Chives Allium tuberosum Wild Garlic, Ramsons, Wood Garlic Allium ursinum GERMANDER Alpine Germander Teucrium montanum Caucasian Germander Teucrium hircanicum Germander Harum Teucrium flavum Hedge Germander Teucrium x lucidrys Polium Germander Teucrium polium Wall Germander Teucrium chamaedrys L. GHAT, Khat, Qat Catha edulis GOAT'S RUE, French Lilac Galega officinalis GOLDEN HOP Humulus lupulus 'Aureus' AGM GOOD KING HENRY Chenopodium bonus-henricus GOTU KOLA, Indian Pennywort, Tiger Grass Centella asiatica GRAVEL ROOT, Jo Pye Weed Eupatorium purpureum HONESTY Lunaria annua HOREHOUND, White Horehound Marrubium vulgare HORSERADISH Horseradish Armoracia rusticana Variegated Horseradish Armoracia rusticana 'Variegata' HOUSELEEK Houseleek Sempervivum tectorum AGM Houseleek 'Commander Hay' Sempervivum 'Commander Hay' AGM HUO XIANG Agastache rugosa HYSSOP Hyssop, Blue Hyssop Hyssopus officinalis Pink Hyssop Hyssopus officinalis 'Roseus' Rock Hyssop Hyssopus officinalis subsp. aristatus White Hyssop Hyssopus officinalis f. albus INCENSE PLANT Calomeria amaranthoides INDIAN PENNYWORT, Tiger Grass, Gotu Kola Centella asiatica INDONESIAN KEMANGIE, Lemon Basil Ocimum x citriodorum IRIS, Yellow Iris, Yellow Flag Iris Iris pseudacorus AGM JACOB'S LADDER Heavenly Habit Jacob's Ladder Polemonium boreale 'Heavenly Habit' Himalayan Jacob's Ladder Polemonium caeruleum subsp. himalayanum Jacob's Ladder Polemonium caeruleum Jacob’s Ladder, Greek Valerian Polemonium reptans Jacob’s Ladder Apricot Delight Polemonium ‘Apricot Delight’ Mexican Jacob's Ladder Polemonium pauciflorum JAMAICAN BROAD LEAF THYME Plectranthus amboinicus JAPANESE GREEN, Mizuna Brassica rapa var. japonica JAPANESE LEEK, Welsh Onion Allium fistulosum JAPANESE PARSLEY, Mitsuba Cryptotaenia japonica JASMINE Common Jasmine Jasminum officinale AGM Chilean Jasmine, Willow-Scented Jasmine Cestrum parquii AGM Specialising in Organic Culinary, Aromatic, Decorative and Medicinal Herbs

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JERUSALEM SAGE Jerusalem Sage Phlomis fruticosa AGM Narrow Leaved Jerusalem Sage Phlomis fruticosa italica JO PYE WEED, Gravel Root Eupatorium purpureum JUPITER'S BEARD, Red Valerian Centranthus ruber KANKERBOS, Cancer Bush Sutherlandia frutescens KEROSENE BUSH Ozothamnus hookeri KHAT, Ghat, Qat Catha edulis LADY'S MAID Artemisia chamaemelifolia LADY'S MANTLE Alchemilla mollis AGM LAVENDER Ashdown Forest Lavender Lavandula angusifolia 'Ashdown Forest' ‘Bee Happy’ Lavender Lavandula ‘Bee Happy’ Cedar Blue Lavender Lavandula angustifolia 'Cedar Blue' Christiana Lavender Lavandula x christiana Devonshire Lavender Lavandula 'Devonshire Compact' Dwarf White Lavender Lavandula angustifolia ‘Nana Alba’ AGM Fathead Lavender Lavandula 'Fathead' Folgate Lavender Lavandula angustifolia 'Folgate' French Lavender Lavandula stoechas AGM Fringed Lavender Lavandula dentata Green Lavender, Lemon Lavender Lavandula viridis Grosso Lavender Lavandula x intermedia 'Grosso' Helmsdale Lavender Lavandula 'Helmsdale' Hidcote Lavender Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote' AGM Kew Red Lavender Lavandula stoechas subsp. stoechas f.rosea 'Kew Red' Lavender Candicans Lavandula dentata var. candicans Lullingstone Castle Lavender Lavandula x intermedia 'Lullingstone Castle' Munstead Lavender Lavandula angustifolia 'Munstead' Old English Lavender Lavandula x intermedia Old English Group Pink Lavender Lavandula angustifolia 'Rosea' Portugese Lavender Lavandula pedunculata subsp. pedunculata AGM Sawyers Lavender Lavandula x chaytorae 'Sawyers' AGM Seal Lavender Lavandula x intermedia 'Seal' Twickel Purple Lavender Lavandula angustifolia 'Twickel Purple' White Lavender Lavandula angustifolia 'Alba' Willow Vale Lavender Lavandula 'Willow Vale' AGM Woolly Lavender Lavandula lanata AGM LEMON BALM Lemon Balm Melissa officinalis Variegated Lemon Balm Melissa officinalis 'Aurea' LEMON GRASS Lemon Grass Cymbopogon citratus East Indian Lemon Grass Cymbopogon flexuosus LEMON VERBENA Aloysia triphylla AGM LETTUCE Red Lettuce Lactuca sativa ‘Batavian Red’ LIQUORICE Glycyrrhiza glabra LOOSESTRIFE Purple Loosestrife Lythrum salicaria Yellow Loosestrife, Willow wort Lysimachia vulgaris LOVAGE Lovage Levisticum officinale

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LOVAGE (cont.) Scots Lovage, Sea Lovage Ligusticum scoticum LUMA Dwarf Luma Luma apiculata ‘Nanum’ Glanleam Gold Luma Luma apiculata 'Glanleam Gold' AGM Luma Luma apiculata AGM Luma Chequen, Arrayan Luma chequen Penlee Luma Luma apiculata ‘Penlee’ St. Hilary Luma Luma apiculata ‘St Hilary’ MACE English Mace Achillea ageratum Sweet Mace, Winter Tarragon Tagetes lucida MAIDEN PINK Dianthus deltoides AGM MALLOW Common Mallow Malva sylvestris Marsh-Mallow Althaea officinalis Musk Mallow Malva moschata MAORI DOCK, Runa Rumex flexuosus MARIGOLD Lemon Marigold Tagetes 'Lemon Gem' Marigold Fiesta Gitana Calendula officinalis Fiesta Gitana Group AGM Mexican Marigold Tagetes patula Mountain Marigold Tagetes lemmonii Pot Marigold Calendula officinalis MEADOWSWEET Meadowsweet Filipendula ulmaria MEU Meu , Spignel Meum athamanticum MILFOIL, Yarrow, Woundwort Achillea millefolium MINER'S LETTUCE, Winter Purslane Claytonia perfoliata MINT Apple Mint Mentha suaveolens Atlas Mountains Mint Mentha suaveolens subsp. timija Australian Mint Bush Prostanthera cuneata AGM Australian Oval Leaved Mint Bush Prostanthera ovalifolia AGM Banana Mint Mentha arvensis 'Banana' Basil Mint Mentha x piperita f. citrata 'Basil' Berries and Cream Mint Mentha ‘Berries and Cream’ Black Peppermint Mentha x piperita black peppermint Bowles Mint Mentha x villosa var. alopecuroides Bowles' mint Buddleia Mint Mentha longifolia Buddleia Mint Group Chocolate Peppermint Mentha x piperita f. citrata 'Chocolate' Corsican Mint Mentha requienii Cunningham Mint, Creeping Pennyroyal Mentha pulegium Curly Mint Mentha spicata var. crispa Eastern Mint, Desert Mint Mentha longifolia subsp. schimperi Eau de Cologne Mint Mentha x piperita f. citrata Emperor's Mint Micromeria subsp. Ginger Mint Mentha x gracilis Grapefruit Mint Mentha x piperita f. citrata 'Grapefruit' Guernsey Mint Mentha suaveolens 'Le Boues' Harts Pennyroyal Mentha cervina Japanese Mint Mentha arvensis var. piperascens Specialising in Organic Culinary, Aromatic, Decorative and Medicinal Herbs

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MINT (cont.) Korean Mint Agastache rugosa Lavender Mint Mentha lavender mint Lemon Mint Mentha x piperita f. citrata 'Lemon' Lime Mint Mentha x piperita f. citrata 'Lime' Mediterranean Rock Mint Micromeria fruticosa Mint Shrub Elsholtzia stauntonii Moroccan Mint Mentha spicata var. crispa 'Moroccan' Mountain Mint Pycanthemum pilosum Orange Mint Mentha x piperita f. citrata 'Orange' Pineapple Mint Mentha suaveolens 'Variegata' Red Mint Mentha x smithiana Sativa Mint, traditional garden mint Mentha sativa Silver Mint Mentha longifolia silver leaved Spanish Mint Mentha spicata 'Spanish Pointed' Spearmint, Garden Mint Mentha spicata Swiss Mint Mentha x piperita ‘Swiss mint’ Tashkent Mint Mentha spicata 'Tashkent' Variegated Buddleia Mint Mentha longifolia 'Variegata' Variegated Mint Leaf Plectranthus madagascariensis 'Variegated Mintleaf' AGM Victorian Christmas Bush Prostanthera lasianthos MITSUBA, Japanese Parsley Cryptotaenia japonica MIZUNA, Japanese Green Brassica rapa var. japonica MOUNTAIN TOBACCO, Arnica Arnica chamissonis Less. MUSTARD Golden Mustard Brassica ‘Golden Streaks’ Red Mustard Brassica juncea ‘Rubra’ Red Frills Mustard Brassica juncea var. crispifolia MYRTLE Myrtle Myrtus communis AGM Myrtle Merion Myrtus communis 'Merion' Myrtle Pyewood Park Myrtus communis ‘Pyewood Park’ Myrtle Tarentina Myrtus communis subsp. tarentina AGM Variegated Myrtle Myrtus communis 'Variegata' Variegated Myrtle Tarentina Myrtus communis subsp. tarentina 'Mycrophylla Variegata' NASTURTIUM Alaska Nasturtium Tropaeolum majus 'Alaska Series' AGM Empress of India Nasturtium Tropaeolum majus 'Empress of India' Peaches & Cream Nasturtium Tropaeolum majus 'Peaches and Cream' Tom Thumb Nasturtium Tropaeolum majus Tom Thumb mixed Tom Thumb Black Velvet Nasturtium Tropaeolum majus ‘Black Velvet’ NEW ZEALAND TEA TREE Leptospermum scoparium OLIVE Olea europa AGM ONION Red Welsh Onion Allium fistulosum 'Red Welsh' Tree Onion, Catawissa Onion Allium cepa Proliferum Group Welsh Onion, Japanese Leek Allium fistulosum OREGANO Acorn Bank Oregano Origanum vulgare 'Acorn Bank' Compact Oregano Origanum vulgare 'Compactum' Cretan Oregano Origanum dictamnus Cuban Oregano Plectranthus amboinicus

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OREGANO (cont.) Dwarf Marjoram Origanum vulgare ‘Nanum’ French Marjoram Origanum x onites Gold Tipped Oregano Origanum vulgare 'Gold Tip' Golden Curly Oregano Organum vulgare 'Aureum Crispum' Golden Oregano, Golden Marjoram Origanum vulgare 'Aureum' AGM Greek Oregano Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum 'Greek' Kent Beauty Oregano Origanum 'Kent Beauty' Middle East Oregano Origanum 'Z'Attar' Oregano, Wild Marjoram Origanum vulgare Oregano Hot and Spicy Origanum vulgare ‘Hot and Spicy’ Polyphant Oregano Origanum vulgare 'Polyphant' Pot Marjoram Origanum onites Rosenkuppel Oregano Origanum 'Rosenkuppel' Sweet Marjoram, Knotted Marjoram Origanum majorana White Flowered Oregano Origanum vulgare subsp. hirtum OXEYE DAISY Leucanthemum vulgare PAK CHOI Red Pak Choi Brassica rapa rubra Chinensis Group PARSLEY French Parsley Petroselinum crispum French Parsley Petroselinum crispum PENNYROYAL Creeping Pennyroyal, Cunningham Mint Mentha pulegium Harts Pennyroyal Mentha cervina Upright Pennyroyal Mentha pulegium 'Upright' PIMPERNEL, Salad Burnet Sanguisorba minor POKEROOT, Poke Berry Phytolacca americana POPPY Field Poppy Papaver rhoeas Oriental Poppy Papaver orientale 'Royal Wedding' PRIMROSE Primula vulgaris AGM PURPLE FLOWERING CHOY SUM Brassica rapa var. purpurea PURPLE SHISO, Beefsteak Plant Perilla frutescens var. purpurascens PURPLE TULSI, Holy Basil Ocimum tenuiflorum PURSLANE Gold Purslane Portulaca oleracea var. aurea Purslane Portulaca oleracea Winter Purslane, Miner's Lettuce Claytonia perfoliata PYRETHRUM Tanacetum cinerariifolium QAT, Khat, Ghat Catha edulis RAMSONS, Wild Garlic, Wood Garlic Allium ursinum RAU RAM, Vietnamese Coriander Persicaria odorata RED ORACH Atriplex hortensis var. rubra ROCK SAMPHIRE Crithmum maritimum ROCKET Salad Rocket Eruca vericaria subsp. sativa Sweet Rocket Hesperis matronalis Wild Rocket Diplotaxis muralis ROSEMARY Alderley Blue Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Alderley Blue’ Australian Rosemary Westringia fruticosa AGM Specialising in Organic Culinary, Aromatic, Decorative and Medicinal Herbs

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ROSEMARY (cont.) Benenden Blue Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis var. angustissimus ‘Benenden Blue’ Blue Lagoon Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis 'Blue Lagoon' Boule Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis 'Boule' Capri Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis Prostratus Group 'Capri' Fota Blue Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis 'Fota Blue' Foxtail Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Foxtail’ Ginger Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis 'Green Ginger' Golden Variegated Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis 'Aureus' Haifa Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis Prostratus Group 'Haifa' Lady in White Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis var. albiflorus 'Lady in White' Majorca Pink Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis 'Majorca Pink' McConnells Blue Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis 'McConnells Blue' AGM Miss Jessop's Upright Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis 'Miss Jessop's Upright' AGM Pink Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis 'Roseus' Primley Blue Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis 'Primley Blue' Prostrate Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis Prostratus Group Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis Severn Sea Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis 'Severn Sea' AGM Sissinghurst Blue Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis 'Sissinghurst Blue' AGM South African Wild Rosemary Eriocephalus africanus Sudbury Blue Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis 'Sudbury Blue' Tuscan Blue Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis 'Tuscan Blue' Variagated Australian Rosemary Westringia fruticosa 'Variegata' White Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis var. albiflorus RHUBARB CHARD Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla var. flavescens 'Rhubarb Chard' AGM RUE Alderley Blue Rue Ruta graveolens 'Alderley Blue' Rue Ruta graveolens RUNA, Maori Dock Rumex flexuosus SAGE Balkan Sage Salvia jurisicii Berggarten Sage Salvia officinalis ‘Berggarten’ Blackcurrent Scented Sage Salvia microphylla var. microphylla Broad Leaved Sage Salvia officinalis broad-leaved Clary Sage Salvia sclerea Clary Sage Vatican White Salvia sclarea ‘Vatican White’ Cleveland Sage, Jim Sage Salvia clevelandii False Salvia Lepichinia hastata Fruit Scented Sage, Tangerine Sage Salvia elegans 'Tangerine' Gold Sage Salvia officinalis 'Icterina' AGM Greek Sage Salvia officinalis 'Greek' Israeli Sage Salvia officinalis ‘Nazareth’ Narrow Leaved Sage, Spanish Sage, Lavender Sage Salvia lavandulifolia Painted Sage, Red Topped Sage Salvia viridis var. comata Pineapple Sage Salvia elegans 'Scarlet Pineapple' Pink flowering Sage Salvia officinalis 'Rosea' Pitcher Sage Lepichinia hastata Purple Sage, Red Sage Salvia officinalis Purpurascens AGM Sage Salvia officinalis Silver Sage Salvia argentea AGM Tricolour Sage Salvia officinalis 'Tricolor' AGM

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BOTANICAL NAME

SAGE (cont.) White flowering Sage Salvia officinalis 'Albiflora' SALAD BURNET, Pimpernel Sanguisorba minor SAVORY Creeping Savory Satureja spicigera Illyrica Savory Satureja montana subsp. illyrica Lemon Savory Satureja biflora Summer Savory Satureja hortensis Winter Savory Satureja montana SCABIOUS Small Scabious Scabiosa columbaria SEA KALE Giant Sea Kale Crambe cordifolia AGM Sea Kale Crambe maritima AGM SEA PINK, Thrift Armeria maritima SELF HEAL Prunella vulgaris SKULLCAP VIRGINIA Scutellaria laterifolia SNEEZEWORT Achillea ptarmica 'The Pearl' AGM SOAPWORT Saponaria officinalis SOLOMON'S SEAL Polygonatum x hybridium AGM SORREL Buckler Leaf Sorrel, French Sorrel Rumex scutatus Buckler Silver Shield Sorrel Rumex scutatus 'Silver Shield' Sorrel, Broad Leaved Sorrel Rumex acetosa SOUTHERNWOOD Camphor Scented Southernwood Artemisia alba Southernwood, Lad's Love Artemisia abrotanum AGM ST JOHN'S WORT Hypericum perforatum STEVIA Stevia rebaudiana STRAWBERRY Strawberry Pink Panda Fragaria x annanassa Pink Panda ‘Frel’ White fruiting Wild Strawberry Fragria vesca 'White Delight' Wild Strawberry Fragaria vesca SUCCORY, Chicory Cichorium intybus SWEET CICELY Myrrhis odorata SWEET WOODRUFF Galium odoratum TANSY Curled Tansy Tanacetum vulgare var. crispum Isla Gold Tansy Tanacetum vulgare 'Isla Gold' Silver Feather Tansy Tanacetum ptarmiciflorum 'Silver Feather' Silver Lace Tansy Tanacetum vulgare 'Silver Lace' Tansy Tanacetum vulgare TARRAGON French Tarragon Artemisia dracunculus Winter Tarragon, Sweet Mace Tagetes lucida THRIFT, Sea Pink Armeria maritima THYME Annie Hall Thyme Thymus serpyllum 'Annie Hall' Archer's Gold Thyme Thymus pulegioides 'Archer's Gold' Basil Thyme Acinos alpinus Bertram Anderson Thyme Thymus pulegioides 'Bertram Anderson' AGM Bressingham Thyme Thymus doefleri 'Bressingham' Specialising in Organic Culinary, Aromatic, Decorative and Medicinal Herbs

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BOTANICAL NAME

THYME (cont.) Broad Leaved Thyme Thymus pulegioides Camphor Thyme Thymus camphoratus Caraway Scented Thyme Thymus herba-barona Cat Thyme Teucrium marum Common Thyme, Garden Thyme Thymus vulgaris Comosus Thyme Thymus comosus Compact Thyme Thymus vulgaris 'Compactus' Compact White Thyme Thymus vulgaris 'Snow White' Creeping Lemon Thyme Thymus 'Creeping Lemon' Creeping Red Thyme Thymus Coccineus Group AGM Creeping Thyme Thymus serpyllum L. Creeping White Thyme Thymus serpyllum var. albus Dartmoor Thyme Thymus ‘Dartmoor’ Doone Valley Thyme Thymus 'Doone Valley' Foxley Thyme Thymus pulegioides 'Foxley' French Thyme Thymus vulgaris French Golden Lemon Thyme Thymus citriodorus 'Golden Lemon' Golden Thyme Thymus pulegioides 'Aureus' AGM Goldstream Thyme Thymus serpyllum 'Goldstream' Hartington Silver Thyme Thymus 'Hartington Silver' Iden Thyme Thymus serpyllum ‘Iden’ Jamaican Broad Leaf Thyme Plectranthus amboinicus Jekka's Thyme Thymus 'Jekka' Jekka’s Rosy Carpet Thyme Thymus ‘Jekka’s Rosy Carpet’ Lemon Thyme Thymus citriodorus Lemon Caraway Thyme Thymus herba-barona ‘Lemon Scented’ Lemon Curd Thyme Thymus serpyllum ‘Lemon Curd’ Lilac Time Thyme Thymus 'Lilac Time' Magic Carpet Thyme Thymus serpyllum 'Magic Carpet' Minimalist Thyme Thymus serpyllum 'Minimalist' Minor Thyme Thymus serpyllum 'Minor' Mother of Thyme Thymus serpyllum ‘Mother of Thyme’ Orange Scented Thyme Thymus 'Fragrantissimus' Pine Scented Thyme Thymus longicaulis Pink Chintz Thyme Thymus serpyllum 'Pink Chintz' Pink Ripple Thyme Thymus 'Pink Ripple' Porlock Thyme Thymus 'Porlock' Red Elf Thyme Thymus Coccineus Group 'Red Elf' Redstart Thyme Thymus 'Redstart' Russetings Thyme Thymus serpyllum 'Russetings' Sicily Thyme Thymus cilicicus Silver Posie Thyme Thymus vulgaris 'Silver Posie' Silver Queen Thyme Thymus citriodorus 'Silver Queen' Snowdrift Thyme Thymus serpyllum 'Snowdrift' Vey Thyme Thymus serpyllum 'Vey' Wild Creeping Thyme Thymus polytrichus subsp. britannicus Woolly Thyme Thymus pseudolanuginosus TIGER GRASS, Gotu Kola, Indian Pennywort Centella asiatica TOADFLAX Linaria vulgaris TREE SPINACH, Mexican Tree Spinach Chenopodium giganteum VALERIAN

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VALERIAN (cont.) Himalayan Valerian Valeriana jatamansii Greek Valerian, Jacob’s Ladder Polemonium reptans Red Valerian, Jupiter's Beard Centranthus ruber Valerian Valeriana officianlis White Valerian Centranthus 'White Cloud' VERVAIN Verbena officinalis VIOLET Black Violet Viola 'Bowles Black' Charlotte Violet Viola ‘Charlotte’ Columbine Violet Viola 'Columbine' Heartsease, Wild Pansy Viola tricolor Ladbradorica Violet Viola riviniana Purpurea Group Pink Violet Viola riviniana ‘Rosea’ Sweet Violet Viola odorata White Violet Viola soraria 'Albiflora' AGM VIPERS BUGLOSS Echium vulgare WATER PEPPER, Azebu-tade Persicaria hydropiper var. rubra WHITE BRUSH Aloysia gratissima WILLOW WORT Lysimachia vulgaris WOAD Isatis tinctoria WOOD SAGE Curly Wood Sage Teucrium scorodonia 'Crispum' Wood Sage Teucrium scorodonia WORMWOOD Roman Wormwood, Artemisia Old Warrior Artemisia pontica Wormwood Artemisia absinthium WOUNDWORT, Yarrow, Milfoil Achillea millefolium YARROW, Woundwort, Milfoil Achillea millefolium YERBA BUENA Satujera douglasii YERBA DE LA SAINTE MARIA Phyla nodiflora ZI SU Zi Su, Egoma Perilla frutescens


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