The following herb plants are grown for their ornamental beauty but are also known for their medicinal value. You will find quite a few that have edible flowers or are high in certain vitamins that benefit overall health. Both annuals and perennials are included in this list.

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H005 Agrimony
Agrimonia odorata
The plant is found abundantly throughout England, on hedge-banks and the sides of fields, in dry thickets and on all waste places. In Scotland it is much more local and does not penetrate very far northward. Agrimony has an old reputation as a popular, domestic medicinal herb, being a simple well known to all country-folk. It belongs to the Rose order of plants, and its slender spikes of yellow flowers, which are in bloom from June to early September, and the singularly beautiful form of its much-cut-into leaves, make it one of the most graceful of our smaller herbs. A fast growing perennial to 3-5 feet tall with yellow flowers on long slender spikes. Grows in zones 3-8. The plant also produces a yellow/gold dye.
Package of 25 seeds $3.95

H011 AllHeal
Prunella vulgaris
An easy to grow herb for zones 4-9. Grows only 8" tall with beautiful violet blue flower spikes on upright plants.
Package of 10 seeds $1.95

D2204 American Pawpaw
Asimina triloba
A deciduous tree growing to 40' or more and bearing 4" banana shaped nut fruits that have a delicious flavor. Grows in zones 4-9.
Package of 3 seeds $2.00

2249 Bee Balm Panorama Mix
Monarda didyma
Beautiful mix of colors. Eye-catching edible blooms. Popular in perennial flower gardens.
Package of 20+ seeds $2.45

H061 Bishop's Flower
Ammi majus
An interesting wildflower that resembles a carrot. The root was chewed by North African caravaners to protect themselves fm the sun. It contains 8-methoxypsoralen which stimulates pigment production in skin exposed from ultraviolet light. An annual for all zones.
Package of 25 seeds $1.95

H071 Black Cohosh, Black Snakeroot
Cimicifuga racemosa
A magnificent plant with white flowers in wand-like racemes that will rise up to 6 ft. above the shiny green leaves. The root is valued for its medicinal properties. A perennial for zones 3-8.
Package of 10 seeds $2.00

H075 Black Sampson Coneflower
Echinacea
This plant is said to have strong antibiotic and immune stimulating properties. A perennial for zones 3-10.
Package of 10 seeds $1.95

H078 Black Elder
Sambucus nigra
This herb has long been used to heal hemorrhoid problems. It gives immediate relief. To make a compress, mix the flowers of elder and honeysuckle together and pour boiling milk over them. Let the mixture steep for about 20 minutes. Dip a towel into the mixture and apply to the area of pain. An ointment can be made from the green leaves that is also beneficial to hemorrhoids. Apply the ointment while it is still hot. A perennial for zones 6-8.
Package of 5 seeds $1.95

H086 Blazing Star
Liatris aspera
Plant has showy rose-purple flowers. A perennial for zones 4-9.
Package of 5 seeds $1.95

H102 Cape Aloe
Aloe ferox
An attractive succulent plant from South Africa that can be grown in the home or greenhouse.
Package of 6 seeds $1.95

H167 Carob Tree
Ceratonia
A beautiful small tree from the Mediterranean coasts. A tropical plant that can be grown in a warm greenhouse or by a sunny window.
Package of 5 seeds $1.95

H107 Chamomile
Anthemis nobilis
A very pretty wildflower with stems that creep along the surface. They root wherever they touch the ground, forming loose clusters. It is often referred to as Earth Apple because of its apple scent. A tea made from the leaves is very good for digestion. The pleasant smelling tea also makes a great insect repellent. Simply splash some on before going outside and the bugs will leave you alone. A perennial for zones 5-9.
Package of 100 seeds $1.95

H111 Chickweed
Stellaria media
A plant whose leaves are boiled and eaten like spinach. Very high in vitamin C. Grow as an annual, can be invasive in warm, tropical settings.
Package of 20 seeds $1.95

H116 Chinese Milkvetch
Astragalus
One of the most often used Chinese medicinals. A perennial for zones 5-8.
Package of 5 seeds $2.50

H119 Chinese Wolfberry
Lycium
A graceful shrub that bears large edible berries. The leaves are also edible when fresh and used in salads. A wine is made from the fruit that is said to prolong life. A perennial for zones 5-9.
Package of 2 seeds $1.95

H126 Christmas Rose, Black Hellebore
Helleborus niger
A plant found growing wild in Europe and being introduced as a garden plant in America. A perennial for zones 4-8.
Package of 5 seeds $1.95

SO143 Chocolate Vine
Akebia Quinata
Known as Mu-Tong in Chinese medicine. The plant is a shrubby vine that is cold hardy to 18 degrees. Can be raised as an evergreen vine in warmer climates. Has very fragrant flowers and large fruits that have a tapioca-like flavor.
Package of 5 seeds $2.50

H175 Common Teasel
Dipsacus sylvestris
A hardy biennial for zones 3-9 with pale lilac flowers. The bases of the leaves are joined around the stem to form a cup that catches rainwater.
Package of 25 seeds $1.95

H181 Creosote Bush
Larrea tridentata
Also known as Chaparral. A perennial for zones 7-9. A deep green resinous shrub that is aromatic. The buds of the plant can be pickled like capers.
Package of 10 seeds $1.95

H188 Creeping Thyme
Thymus serpyllum
A small relative of the Thyme plant.A perennial plant for zones 4-8.
Package of 25 seeds $1.95

2254 Culantro
Eryngium foetidum
Biennial. Ethnic specialty with the flavor of Cilantro! Unlike Cilantro, Culantro may be preserved easily by freezing or drying. Small and low growing, with a rosette of toothed, lance-shaped leaves. Slow to germinate and grow, but offers a long harvest period. Requires shady growing conditions and should be started indoors. Great container or houseplant. Also known as Spiny Coriander, Ngo Gai and Recao. 75-90 days to harvest when started indoors.
Package of 100+ small seeds $2.45

H204 Devil's Nettle
Achillea var. m.
A beautiful flower plant for the rock garden. A hardy perennial for zones 5-10.
Package of 12 seeds $1.95

3128 Devil's Walking Stick
Aralia spinosa
Also know as Prickly elder, Angelica tree, Hercules' club, Toothache bush or tree. The Aralia spinosa is a small tree, growing to about 30 feet. Best suited for zones 4-9. The leaves are very large and long, often 3 to 6 feet in length, prickly, bipinnate, and borne on long, prickly petioles. The flowers are white, and disposed in numerous umbels, forming a very large panicle. The involucres are small and few-leaved. The fruit consists of blackish, juicy berries. The aralia spinosa inhabits the United States in various parts, from Pennsylvania to Louisiana, and westward to Missouri, growing in damp and rich woods and fields. It is frequently grown in the Northern States for ornamentation. It blooms in August and September.
Package of 25 seeds $2.50

H217 Dragonhead
Dracocephallum
A beautiful plant with fragrant flowers and scented leaves. Used widely in Chinese medicine. An annual suitable for most zones.
Package of 20 seeds. $1.95

H251 Evening Primrose
Oenothera biennis
A biennial plant for zones 4-8, found in dry meadows and along roadsides. Has lemon scented yellow flowers.
Package of 20 seeds $1.95

H258 False Hellebore
Adonis aestivalis Pheasant's Eye, Red Morocco, Sweet Vernal
A graceful plant growing about a foot tall with brilliant scarlet and black blossoms. An annual suitable for most zones.
Package of 20 seeds $1.95

2260 Bronze Fennel
Foeniculum vulgare
Tender perennial, hardy in zones 7-10. Gorgeous reddish-bronze color. Vigorous and uniform strain is also slow to bolt. A real standout in the flower border. Too much moisture at bloom time can prevent formation of seeds. Edible flowers: Use florets as garnish in dishes containing fennel.
Package of 40 seeds $1.95

H264 Fenugreek
Trigonella foenum
An annual plant suitable for most zones that is widely cultivated for its medicinal properties.
Package of 20 seeds $1.95

3503 Goats Rue
Galega officinale ( seeds )
A handsome, ferny looking, hardy perennial that is also known as French Lilac that needs full sun. Can be grown in zones 3-9. Will grow to about 5 feet tall. Features light green leaves with lilac-blue flowers. It is a vigorous, bushy plant. Cannot ship to NV, PA
Package of 10 seeds $3.50

H325 Great Chelidonium
Chelisonium
A sturdy biennial for most zones, often grown in the rock garden reaching 4 ft.
Package of 20 seeds $1.50

D9640 Gum Arabic
Acacia Senegal
It is a beautiful tree with a flatten crown and attractive grey-green foliage. Will grow to 30' outside or can be container raised inside. Good greenhouse/container plant that can be raised inside anywhere or outside in zones 8-10.
Package of 3 seeds $2.50

H357 Heartsease
Viola tricolor
Widely used in England, this is a very attractive garden plant with slightly fragrant lavender, yellow and purple flowers.
Package of 10 seeds $1.95

H384 Hemp, Agrimony
Eupatorium
A handsome plant that grows well in damp areas. Produces masses of lilac flowers.
Package of 10 seeds $2.00

H396 Horse Gram, Twin Flower
An attractive vine with sweet pea like flowers. It is grown as a valued cattle fodder, green manure and is good for erosion control.
Package of 10 seeds $1.95

3500 Indrajao
Wrightia tinctoria
A tender perennial, also known as (Mitha indarjou, Dudhi), it is an Indian shrub with fragrant white flowers. Leaves, flowers and fruits are source of a kind of indigo called pala-indigo. White, close-grained wood looks like ivory and is much used for carving and wood-turning. Grow inside in pots, or outside in tropical climates, zone 10 and higher.
Package of 10 seeds $3.50

H475 Lamb's Quarters, Dirty Dick, Pigweed, Fat Hen
Chenopodium album
An annual that can grow to 10 ft. It is often raised as greens. The green leaves contain 10,000 I.U. of vitamin A per 100 grams. Cannot ship to MN
Package of 100 seeds $1.95

2255 Lady’s Mantle
Alchemilla mollis
A must-have for the perennial garden. Beautiful, large, rounded blue-green leaves and long-lasting small yellow flowers.
Package of 100 seeds $2.45

HR154 Lavender Lady
Lavandula angustifolia
Perennial plants flower in first season. Use for bedding plants, borders in containers or in rock gardens. Delightful lavender fragrance.
Package of 20 seeds $1.75

2263 Leaf Fennel
Foeniculum vulgare
Grown expressly for it’s tender, sweet leaves. An upright, tender perennial plant, hardy for zones 7-10, or can be grown as an annual. Leaves, stems and seeds are used in cooking, seeds are used medicinally. A cool season crop.
Package of 100 seeds $2.45

HT114 Lemon Grass, East Indian
Cymbopogon flexuosus
Source of lemongrass oil used to flavor teas, candies, chewing gum, etc. A tropical annual that can be grown as an annual in the US. Many uses, crushing a few leaves in your hands will release lemony fragrance that repels mosquitoes. Essential oil contains large amounts of citral and geraniol which are used in flavorings and perfumes. Lemon Grass is also a beautiful addition to mixed containers and flower borders.
Package of 25 seeds $2.50

2261 European Licorice
Glycyrrhiza glabra
A tender perennial, hardy to zone 7, zone 6 if mulched heavily. Used for flavoring and medicine. Root is up to 24% glycyrrhizin, which is 50 times sweeter than sugar. Harvest roots in the third or fourth year. Scarify and soak seeds before planting.
Package of 20 seeds $2.95

H483 Lion's Ears
Leonotis leonurus
Not much known about this showy plant except that is was a favorite medicinal plant of the Zulu. A good tub plant that has large bright orange tubular flowers.
Package of 10 seeds $1.95

H500 Love Apple
Solanum aculeatissimum
An unusual shrub bearing 2" orange fruits. The powdered roots are used in India to treat toothache.
Package of 5 seeds $1.95

H521 Marsh Mallow
Althaea officinalis
This plant is commonly used throughout France as a remedy for sore throats and as a laxative. The plant is a hardy perennial that bears lovely one inch wide flowers that are edible.
Package of 20 seeds $1.95

H530 Mayweed
Matricaria chamomilla
A gorgeous plant with fern-like foliage and white daisy-like flowers. The leaves make a relaxing bed-time tea.
Package of 50 seeds $1.95

H540 Meadowsweet
Filipendula ulmaria
The plant has very fragrant leaves that made a delicious herbal tea that is good for headaches. This infusion should not be given to children. A hardy perennial that grows 4-6 ft.
Package of 15 seeds $1.95

1A009 Medico Alfalfa
Medicago sativa
This strain of alfalfa can be made into a tea by placing two teaspoons of dried leaves in a cup of boiling water and soaking for 15 minutes.The chlorophyll in this brew will also dispatch of bad breath. Eating the sprouts in salads is also very beneficial.
Small pack. $1.95

H575 Mentha
piperita and viridis
The familiar spearmint and peppermint are derived from these herbs. A much preferred aromatic. A tea is prepared by pouring boiling water over fresh or dried leaves and a pinch of bicarbonate of soda. Let steep for 15 minutes. The plants are a hardy perennial.
Package of 25 seeds $1.95

2252 Mexican Mint Marigold
Tagetes lucida
Tender Perennial, hardy to zone 8. Aromatic leaves are a substitute for French Tarragon. Pretty, golden yellow flowers bloom in flat-topped clusters throughout the summer. Dry the flowers and slender leaves to make a delicious tea popular in Latin America or use fresh leaves in recipes calling for tarragon. Thrives in warmer climates where French tarragon will not grow. Can be potted and wintered over indoors in cool climates. 80-90 days to harvest when started indoors.
Package of 25 seeds $2.45

2253 Mountain Mint
Pycnanthemum pilosum
Perennial growing 24-36 inches tall. Mint flavor and aroma in abundance. Unlike true mints, Mountain Mint remains true-to-type when grown from seed. While not nearly as invasive as true mint varieties, Mountain Mint will spread. Needs staking in windy locations. Used in potpourri, incense, and as an ingredient in natural insect pest repellent formulas.
Package of 100+ tiny seeds $2.95

H612 Nutmeg Flower, Black Cumin
Nigella sativa
A very pretty and aromatic plant with large blue flowers. Has a lemon-carrot scent and is placed among clothes to repel insects.
Package of 10 seeds $1.95

1A008 Red Clover
Trifolium pratense
The plant contains large amounts of tocopherol, a potent antioxidant form of vitamin E.
Small Pack $1.95

H741 Roman Chamomile
Anthemis nobilis
A strongly aromatic plant that has many medicinal uses.
Package of 100 seeds. $1.95

H757 Russian Mulberry
Morus
A handsome tree growing to 30 ft. with loads of delicious berries.
Package of 20 seeds $1.95

H775 Russian Licorice
Glycyrrhiza echinata
This plant is the source of the famous Russian Licorice.
Package of 10 seeds $1.95

H780 Sage Brush
Artemisia
This is the sage brush you have seen in the western movies. A rounded shrub bearing very aromatic leaves. Has several medicinal attributes.
Package of 20 seeds $1.95

H760 Scullcap
Scutellaria
A hardy perennial from Ireland growing to 18" with profusions of violet blue flowers. It is an important Chinese medicine used for many ailments.
Package of 5 seeds $2.50

H830 Snapdragon
Antirrhinum
A moisture loving plant with tuberous roots.
Package of 10 seeds $1.95

HT120 Soapwort
Saponaria officinalis
A perennial plant for zones 8-10, but can be raised as an annual elsewhere. Excellent shampoos, skin rinses and washes for delicate fabrics can be made by steeping roots in water. Lathers like soap when agitated. Cannot ship to CO
Package of 25 seeds $2.50

H855 Strawberry Tree
Arbutus
A beautiful evergreen tree that is very attractive. The strawberry shaped fruits make a stimulating wine.
Package of 10 seeds $1.95

2251 Summer Thyme
Thymus vulgaris
Annual. Superb culinary thyme. Spicier, more pungent flavor than German Winter in a smaller plant. Grow as an annual in zones colder than 6.
Package of 100 + tiny seeds $2.25

2258 Toothache Plant
Spilanthes oleracea
Fun ornamental plant. Annual. Short, spreading plant with olive-green, toothed leaves. Gold and red "gumdrop" blossoms. The leaves impart a pungent flavor to salads and stimulate the salivary glands. Also known as Toothache plant. Chewing on a leaf numbs the mouth; used for toothaches.
Package of 40 seeds $2.95

H882 Vervain
Verbena off.
It has beautiful lilac flowers and will accent any garden. Has a very long germination period.
Package of 10 seeds $1.95

H883 Vitex
Vitex negundo
A magnificent garden plant, it blooms profusely all summer attracting bees and butterflies. The plants can achieve a height of 10 ft. or more.
Package of 10 seeds $2.00

2262 White Borage
Borago officinalis
Annual. Striking white blooms. Large plants bear hundreds of small edible flowers. Mild cucumber flavor for salads and garnishes. Long harvest period. 50-60 days to harvest.
Package of 50 seeds $2.45

H909 Wild Yam
Dioscorea villosa
An herbaceous vine of rapid growth to about 10 ft. It makes a good screening plant with its glossy, heart shaped leaves. The attractive winged seed pods are useful in floral work. Cannot ship to FL
Package of 4 seeds $2.25

H919 Witch Hazel
Hamamalis
The bark, leaves and twigs of this beautiful garden tree yields the witch hazel of pharmacy use. The leaves turn yellow in fall and yellow flowers are also present.
Package of 12 seeds $1.95

H931 Wild Anise
Pimpinella anisum
Package of 100 seeds $1.95

2256 Wild Bergamot
Monarda fistulosa
Perennial. Bright lavender blooms with a spicy scent.
Package of 50+ seeds $2.45

3505 Yomogi
Artemisia princeps
A Perennial for zones 4-9, also a good container plant. Also known as Japanese mugwort, Kui hao. The Japanese make delicious rice dumplings called yomogi mochi with this herb. Young leaves are boiled slightly and then pounded into dumplings made with gelatinous rice, adding distinctive and delightful colour, aroma and flavor. Young leaves and seedlings are used in soups and salads also. Also used to dye cotton and silk. Prefers full or partial sun and well-drained soil. Ht. 1m/3ft.
Package of about 50 tiny seeds $3.50