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Calamus, 200 seeds for planting

Sweet flag likes to grow in or near water and can tolerate full sun to partial shade. The root is bitter and is an excellent digestive tonic. It filters stagnant water in the ground as well as in the body. It will only flower if in water.

$2.50

Cayenne Pepper, 50 seeds

These peppers are native to South America and they are hot! They are usually dried and powdered (wear mask) and used to fire up food and promote circulation. They can also be processed and used medicinally. If you can grow tomatoes, you can grow this prolific producer.

$2.75

Chickweed, 100 seeds

This makes an excellent ground cover and grows easily right up to the Arctic. It is rich in saponins and vitamins and makes a splendid tonic.

$2.95

Codonopsis, 200 seeds

The root is edible but takes 3-4 years to grow. It is called the poor man's ginseng and is often barbequed in Korea. See the article on Kitchen Doctor.

$3.35

Comfrey, 10 seeds

Comfrey plays an important role in organic farming. Read the material below carefully before planting it in your yard.
See Planting Guide

$3.35

Figwort, organic, 300 seeds

Figwort has tiny flowers that bloom for months and months. It is hardy at least to zone 7 and is very easy to grow. It is much loved by bees and is a powerful medicinal herb, working mainly on the lymphatic system. It is both a parasiticide and blood cleanser and can be taken internally or used topically as an ointment for skin diseases.

$3.75

Geranium, Umcka, 30 seeds

This is a South African plant that is hardy to 25 degrees (F). It has reddish purple flowers in mid-summer. Zulu people use the root for upper respiratory infections, sinus conditions, sore throats, colds, and even tuberculosis. Plant in full sun at altitudes where the sun is not too hot. Germination can be slow, three weeks to several months. If planted indoors or in a greenhouse, move outside in spring and harvest roots in fall. For a higher yield, wait 2-3 years to harvest the roots. The roots can then be dried and used in infusions or tinctures.

$3.75

Indigo, Wild, 50 seeds

Hardy to -20°F. Somewhat rare. Scarify seed, soak overnight, plant in warm, sunny, fast draining soil while weather is still warm. Used medicinally by Eclectics for red, swollen membranes.

$5.75

Lamb's Quarters, 300 seeds

Wild medicinal food. Soft, slightly downy, and mucilaginous leaves, like — high in protein, calcium, and vitamin A. Dried herb good in soups. The seeds are also edible and nutritious and make good bird feed.

$2.50

Lomatium, 30 seeds

Sow in fall or mid-winter. This is America's most important antiviral herb, but it is not particularly easy to grow. Has a low germ rate, but grows to three feet in height.

$3.75