Plant Department

<p><strong>Saskatoon / Serviceberry of the variety 'Martin': current height 50-60 cm</strong><br><br><strong>Common names:</strong> <meta charset="utf-8">Saskatoon, Saskatoon berry, Serviceberry, Late Serviceberry, Serviceberries<br><strong></strong><strong>Scientific name:</strong> <em>Amelanchier alnifolia</em><br><strong>Family:</strong> Rose family</p> <h4>History of cultivation & use</h4> <p>'Martin' is a Canadian variety that produces very large, juicy berries with a sweet taste and slight tartness. The berries are used fresh, for jam, juice, pie, and wine. Serviceberry has traditionally been cultivated by the indigenous peoples of North America as food and a useful plant.</p> <h4>Cultivation</h4> <p>Thrives in sun to partial shade in well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. Hardy shrub that yields abundant harvest and is easy to grow.</p> <h4>Characteristics</h4> <p><strong>Perennial:</strong> Perennial<br><strong>Light conditions:</strong> Sun to partial shade<br><strong>Height:</strong> 2–4 meters<br><strong>Hardiness zone:</strong> 1–6</p>

<p data-mce-fragment="1">Natal plum: current height 20-40 cm</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Common names:</strong><span data-mce-fragment="1"> Natal plum, Amathungulu, Large Num-Num</span><br data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Scientific name:</strong><em data-mce-fragment="1"><span data-mce-fragment="1"> Carissa macrocarpa</span></em> (syn.<span> </span><em>C. </em><i data-mce-fragment="1">grandiflora</i>)<br data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Family:</strong><span data-mce-fragment="1"> Apocynaceae</span><span data-mce-fragment="1"> </span></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1"><span data-mce-fragment="1">Growth history & use:</span></strong> </p> <p>The Natal plum is a fascinating shrub with its roots in subtropical regions. It is a shrub that enchants with its beautiful white flowers and entices with its red, juicy fruits. The tree has received its Swedish common name "Natal plum" because of its origin in the Natal region of South Africa.</p> <p><meta charset="utf-8"><span data-mce-fragment="1">Natal plum</span><span> </span>is not only a beautiful shrub but also offers a range of uses. Its red fruits are edible and have a sweet and juicy taste. These fruits can be eaten directly or used in jam, marmalade, and other delicious desserts. Additionally, they are used in traditional medicine for their potential health benefits.</p> <p>The interesting shrub also has the ability to contribute to the surrounding environment. Its deep roots help improve the soil structure and can help keep erosion-prone areas in check. Its blooming is fragrant and also attracts pollinating insects – a welcome feature for biodiversity simply.</p> <p>The Natal plum blooms and bears fruit for a large part of the season. The fruits are rich in vitamin C.</p> <p>Well suited to grow as an edible hedge in sunny and favorable locations.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Cultivation:</strong></p> <p>The Natal plum thrives best in a warm and sunny environment with good drainage. It also tolerates partly shaded and shaded locations. It is a relatively hardy tree and can survive short periods of drought. It also tolerates a few degrees below freezing, so cultivation<span> </span><meta charset="utf-8">in the ground with winter covering in warmer parts of the country can work. Alternatively, move indoors over winter.</p> <p>For container cultivation, it is important to use well-drained soil to avoid waterlogging that can damage the roots. </p> <p>The Natal plum is within its natural climate limits an evergreen shrub. </p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Characteristics: </strong><br data-mce-fragment="1"></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Lifespan: Perennial <br data-mce-fragment="1">Growing position: sun / partial shade / shade<br data-mce-fragment="1">Height: 1-2 m <br></p>

<p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong>Incense bamboo of the fragrant variety 'Green Perfume': edible shoots & hardy.</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">2 sizes:</p> <ul> <li data-mce-fragment="1">Height 80-120 cm C2 pot</li> <li data-mce-fragment="1">Height: 100-120 cm C15 pot <span style="text-decoration: underline;">PICKUP ONLY</span> </li> </ul> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Common names: </strong><span data-mce-fragment="1">Incense bamboo, Bamboo, Chinese bamboo, Incense Bamboo<br data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Scientific name:</strong><em data-mce-fragment="1"> Phyllostachys atrovaginata</em><em data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1"></em><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Family:</strong> Poaceae</span><strong><span></span></strong></p> <h4>Plant history & use</h4> <p>Incense bamboo is a hardy bamboo species from China known for its edible shoots, which are used in many Asian dishes. It is also valued for its unique sandalwood scent it emits when the sun shines and there is a light breeze – even when freshly cut or crushed. The shoots are harvested young and prepared boiled, fried, or pickled. The stem can also be used for building and crafts.</p> <p>The emerging youngest shoots are harvested and peeled to eat like regular bamboo. Usually sliced and blanched or boiled in various stews.</p> <h4>Cultivation</h4> <p>Thrives in sun to partial shade in moisture-retentive, nutrient-rich soil. Spreads by rhizomes; it is recommended to plant with a root barrier to limit spread. Very hardy and resistant to cold.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Characteristics:</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Lifespan: Perennial<br data-mce-fragment="1">Light conditions: partial shade - sun<br data-mce-fragment="1">Height: 4-10 meters (likely max 6 meters in Nordic climate)<br data-mce-fragment="1">Hardiness zone: 1-4</p>

<p>Stone pines in various sizes:</p> <ul> <li>Height: 30-50 cm</li> <li>Height: 125-150 cm<meta charset="utf-8"> </li> </ul> <p>The stone pine is a so-called monoecious tree<em>, </em>it has both male and female flowers on the same individual. However, it is not <em>self-fertile, </em>and needs to be pollinated by another individual. So for fruit setting, two individuals are required.</p> <p><strong>Common names</strong><span>: Stone pine, Italian stone pine, Umbrella pine</span><br><strong>Scientific name</strong><span>: <em>Pinus pinea</em></span><br><strong>Family</strong><span>: <meta charset="utf-8">Pine family (Pinaceae)</span></p> <h4> <strong>History & use</strong><span>:</span> </h4> <p>The stone pine is an evergreen conifer that for millennia has been cultivated for its edible nuts found inside its cones. Contrary to what one might think, these trees are hardy down to -18ºC. Outside their native environment around the Mediterranean, they also grow in, among others, the Netherlands, Germany, and the United Kingdom.</p> <p>Stone pine nuts have been used in trade for at least 6000 years and remain an important economic crop today. What are actually the seeds inside the tree’s cones are widely used in cooking, bread baking, and desserts. The nuts are very soft and give a sensation of almost melting in the mouth when eaten naturally. They have a typical nutty and slightly buttery taste with a delicate resinous aftertaste.</p> <p>A vanilla-like flavoring can be extracted from the wood pulp.</p> <p>Unripe stone pine cones can be ground and used as a spice.</p> <p>The tree produces abundant turpentine which acts, among other things, as antibacterial, pain-relieving for muscle aches, and expels worms (Grieve. A). It is effective for ailments in the respiratory organs during, for example, colds and flu.</p> <p><meta charset="utf-8"><span>The wood can be used in furniture making and similar carpentry.</span></p> <p><span>A green dye is extracted from the needles.</span></p> <p><span><meta charset="utf-8">In maturity, the tree develops a striking umbrella-like crown, a typical Mediterranean sight.</span></p> <h4> <strong>Cultivation</strong><span>:</span> </h4> <p>Thrives best in a bright location in well-drained, sandy/gravelly soil. A light, well-drained soil is important as waterlogged soils more easily damage roots when the ground freezes during colder months. Tolerates soils from slightly acidic to neutral pH. <meta charset="utf-8">Does not want to grow in shady locations.</p> <p><meta charset="utf-8">Hardy down to -18<meta charset="utf-8">ºC. If desired, winter protection with, for example, straw and burlap can be used the first winter for added security.</p> <p>Established plants are drought-tolerant.</p> <p>The trees normally live up to 100 years and reach about 12-20 meters in height.</p> <p>The cones mature only in the third year after forming on the tree. Seeds mature in April. Normal fruit-bearing age is between 7-15 years from seedling. Requires male and female plants to bear fruit.</p> <h4> <strong>Characteristics</strong><span>:</span> </h4> <p><span>Life span: Perennial</span><br><span>Growing site: sun</span><br><span>Height: 12-25 m</span><br><span>Hardiness zone: 1-2<br></span></p>

<p>Parakrasse<span data-mce-fragment="1"> - current height: 15-30 cm</span></p> <p>Seed-sown plants grown in Swedish climate</p> <meta charset="utf-8"> <p><strong>Common names</strong><span>: Parakrasse, Toothache plant, Jambu</span><br><strong>Scientific name</strong><span>: </span><em>Acmella oleracea</em><br><strong>Family</strong><span>: Asteraceae</span><br><br><strong>Plant history & use</strong><span>:</span><br><br><span>This unique plant has electric and numbing properties. Gourmet chefs worldwide crumble a few of the flower’s stamens into food to give the guest a unique sensation. It begins with a faint electric “touch” that turns into a gentle numbing feeling. The sensation can be likened to that caused by Sichuan pepper. Therefore, the flower buds are sometimes called “Sichuan buttons.”</span><br><br><span>Fresh leaves are used both today and historically to relieve toothache by chewing them. This is thanks to the leaves’ numbing and antibacterial properties. Chewing the leaves also gives a refreshing feeling and counteracts dry mouth.</span><br><br><span>Historically, the leaves have been chewed to ease throat and gum infections.</span><br><br><span>Thanks to parakrasse’s muscle-relaxing properties, the plant is also used in natural wrinkle remedies and is sometimes called “nature’s botox.”</span><br><br><span>The entire plant is edible.</span><br><br><span>The flower buds can be used as a topping in everything from drinks to pasta and fish dishes – creativity sets the limits. The leaves are used in salads and stews.</span><br><br><span>Parakrasse is effective at attracting pollinators.</span><br><br><strong>Cultivation</strong><span>:</span><br><br><span>In nature, parakrasse grows in somewhat warmer climates, often in moist soils. However, the plant tolerates periods of drought.</span><br><br><span>In Sweden, it grows best in pots, either indoors or outdoors. Overwinter frost-free. Place in sun or partial shade.</span><br><br><span>Thrives best in well-drained, humus-rich soil. Potting soil works excellently.</span><br><br><span>Grows quickly into a sprawling bush. When sown in March, the plant blooms already by the end of June.</span><br><br><strong>Characteristics</strong><span>:</span><br><br><span>Life cycle: Perennial</span><br><span>Growing position: sun/partial shade</span><br><span>Height: 30 cm</span></p>

<p data-mce-fragment="1">Stevia plant 30-40 cm</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Common names:</strong> Stevia, Sweetleaf, Sugar plant<strong data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1">Scientific name:</strong><em data-mce-fragment="1"> Stevia rebaudiana<br data-mce-fragment="1"></em><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Family:</strong> Asteraceae</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Plant history &amp; usage:</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Stevia has been used for centuries for its sweetening properties, including in South America to sweeten teas. The plant's sweetness comes from the compounds stevioside and rebaudioside and is about 200 times sweeter than regular sugar.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">The leaves are used either fresh or dried, powdered or in liquid form.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Well suited for sweetening teas and baked goods. Or as a snack.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Cultivation:</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Stevia is a perennial, heat-loving herb that grows to about 60 cm tall. Prefers bright and moist conditions in well-drained soil. For year-round harvest, the plant is overwintered frost-free.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">It is said that the leaves should be harvested early in the morning to obtain the highest possible glycoside content in the leaves.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Features:</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Perennial: Perennial<br data-mce-fragment="1">Growing conditions: sun<br data-mce-fragment="1">Height: 60 cm<br data-mce-fragment="1">Germination time: 10-30 days</p>

<p> 1 plant True Comfrey</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Common name:</strong> Comfrey <strong data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1">Scientific name:</strong> <em data-mce-fragment="1">Symphytum officinale<br data-mce-fragment="1"></em> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Family:</strong> Boraginaceae</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Plant history &amp; use:</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Comfrey is historically a well-used plant in the treatment of various ailments. But above all, it is a very effective accumulator of nutrients, i.e. a good soil improver. Comfrey grows quickly and its roots are deep, which gives the plant access to nutrients from deeper soil layers that are otherwise inaccessible to most plants. It is mainly minerals such as potassium and calcium that are stored in the leaves, but also magnesium, iron, phosphorus, manganese, etc.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">The leaves of comfrey can be cut down throughout the year and used as mulch, or mixed into the soil to make the nutrients available to other plants. Comfrey leaves are good as fertilizer for fruit trees and berry bushes thanks to their potassium and phosphorus content.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Comfrey has a long growing season, from early winter to late autumn.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> If the leaves are not cut down before winter, they will wither and provide nutrients to the soil they grow in. New leaves will start to grow on the plant immediately after the snow melts.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> You can also make your own comfrey fertilizer by filling a container with the leaves and then filling it to the brim with water. Let it sit for a couple of days and then mix the fertilizer water with 10 parts water to water the plants.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Effective as an edging plant around manure piles to prevent nutrient leakage, but also as an edging plant around crops and other places where you don't want rotograss to spread. Comfrey's dense root system acts like an underground wall, making it difficult for other roots to get through.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Comfrey creates an attractive environment for other plants in the garden - whether it's to attract pollinators or to act as a natural fertilizer.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Culture:</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Comfrey is a herbaceous perennial, meaning it continues to grow in the area even after the leaves have withered during the winter.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> It is an extremely easy-care plant and is tolerant of site selection. It can grow in shade and wet soils, making it an effective component in flooded and waterlogged soils.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> It also thrives well in drier soils in sunny locations, although it does best in a slightly moist environment.<strong data-mce-fragment="1"></strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Features:</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Year: Perennial<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Growing conditions: shade/partial shade/sun<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Height: 50-100 cm<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Growing zone: 1-6</p>

<p><strong>Minikiwi 'Geneva': current height 60-80 cm</strong></p> <p><meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Non-self-fertile female plant = needs a male plant such as <meta charset="utf-8"><a rel="noopener" title="Minikiwi 'Weiki' Male Plant 50-60 cm (Actinidia arguta)" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/minikiwi-weiki-hanplanta-50-60-cm-actinidia-arguta" target="_blank"><span style="color: rgb(78, 153, 29);"><strong>'Weiki'</strong></span></a> or a hermaphrodite self-fertile variety like <span style="color: #4e991d;"><a href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/minikiwi-planta-30-60-cm-actinidia-arguta-issai" title="Minikiwi 'Issai' Plant 30-60 cm (Actinidia arguta x polygama)" style="color: #4e991d;" target="_blank"><strong>'Issai'</strong></a></span> to bear fruit. A pure <span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">male plant</span> is recommended for best fruit setting.<br></p> <p><strong>Common names: </strong>Minikiwi, Gooseberry Actinidia, Hardy Kiwi<br><strong>Scientific name:</strong><em> Actinidia arguta</em><em><br></em><strong>Family: </strong>Actinidiaceae</p> <p><strong><span>Plant history & use:</span></strong></p> <p>Minikiwi is a perennial climbing plant originating from Japan, Korea, and northern China. It is a hardy kiwi variety that can grow and produce good fruit outdoors in our climate. The fruits are small and hairless, eaten with the skin on, unlike the hairy kiwifruits we are used to buying in stores.</p> <p>The 'Geneva' variety is an American variety found growing near Hedrick Hall at Cornell Experiment Station in Geneva, New York. The variety is hardy down to at least -25℃ and produces smooth, very sweet fruits with reddish skin.</p> <p>The 'Geneva' variety consists of female plants and needs either a male plant or a hermaphrodite plant, such as <a href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/minikiwi-planta-30-60-cm-actinidia-arguta-issai" title="Minikiwi 'Issai' Plant 50-60 cm (Actinidia arguta x polygama)" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><span style="color: rgb(78, 153, 29);"><strong>the 'Issai' variety</strong></span></a>, nearby for pollination.</p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">The fruits are a rich source of vitamin C (up to 5 times more than, for example, blackcurrants) and can be eaten directly from the plant without peeling. The fruits can also be made into jam.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">In Korea, young leaves are used in a vegetable dish called namul.</span></p> <p><strong>Cultivation:</strong></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">Minikiwi 'Geneva' is a hardy variety that withstands temperatures down to -25<span class="s2">℃</span>. It has</span> a twining growth habit and <meta charset="utf-8">can grow up to 3-4 meters tall. Some type of climbing support is necessary, such as a trellis, wall, or pergola.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> <meta charset="utf-8"> <span data-mce-fragment="1">If you want to grow it in a food forest, it works excellently to let the Minikiwi grow against a tree trunk - just try to ensure there is reasonably good light reaching the plant.</span></span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">In June-July, 'Geneva' blooms with small, fragrant white flowers that then turn into flavorful, smooth small fruits. <meta charset="utf-8">The summer-green leaves turn a beautiful yellow in autumn.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="Apple-converted-space"><meta charset="utf-8"> <span class="s1">The 'Geneva' variety usually bears fruit already the second year after planting. An established plant can produce large amounts</span><span class="s1"> of fruit per year, about 25kg per plant and sometimes more.</span></span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">Minikiwi thrives best in a sunny, warm, and sheltered location. The optimal growing place is in a greenhouse, against a wall, or a trellis. However, it also does well outside a greenhouse and in shadier environments - but for best fruit production, the plant should at least be provided with good light access and wind protection.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">Plant Minikiwi in a nutrient-rich, well-drained, and moisture-retentive soil. If you want to fertilize, it should be done with, for example, blueberry fertilizer, as Minikiwi thrives best in a slightly acidic pH. Natural fertilizer and compost also work well.</span></p> <p class="p1"><meta charset="utf-8">It is advantageous to grow against a trellis to get good air circulation and more sunlight to the fruits.</p> <p class="p1>Pruning when trellising:</p> <ul> <li>In the first planting year, it is good to let the plant start to form 1-3 main stems. Top your main stem(s) at the end of the season to encourage stronger growth next year.</li> <li>In the second year, top the main shoots that grow from the main stems again. The side branches, or long shoots, then begin to develop. You should keep to a maximum of 4 long shoots per main stem.</li> <li>In the third year, the long shoots should also be shortened to 1-1.5 meters. At this time, flowers often begin to form around the first centimeters of the side branches, which then turn into fine fruits.</li> <li>In the following years, choose year by year the best side branches/long shoots on your plant. Cut away other emerging branches. In this way, you have formed a star-shaped branch base, a collar, which supports the rest of the plant with fruits.</li> <li>Do not leave too many side branches as this creates a dense plant with fewer fruits. By topping emerging herbaceous branches during the summer, you let in more sunlight and air to the fruits, which benefits their growth.</li> <li>Any pruning of woody parts is done in late autumn/early winter to avoid bleeding.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Characteristics:</strong></p> <p>Longevity: Perennial<br>Growing position: sun<br>Height: 3-4 m<br>Growing zone: 1-5</p>

<p><strong>Cranberry of the variety 'Fireballs': current size C2 pot</strong><br><br><strong>Common name:</strong> Cranberry, Lingonberry<br><strong>Scientific name:</strong> <em>Vaccinium vitis-idaea</em><br><strong>Family:</strong> Heather family</p> <h4>Plant history & use</h4> <p>'Fireballs' is a large-fruited self-pollinating cranberry variety with abundant harvest. The berries are used for jam, jelly, juice, and baking. Cranberries are traditionally an important wild berry resource in the Nordic countries.</p> <h4>Cultivation</h4> <p>Thrives in sun to partial shade in acidic, humus-rich, and lime-poor well-drained soil. Hardy and easy to grow. Self-pollinating but higher yield with cross-pollination.</p> <p>Very hardy against cold, can withstand temperatures down to -40ºC—as long as summers are warm.</p> <h4>Characteristics</h4> <p><strong>Perennial:</strong> Perennial<br><strong>Growing position:</strong> Sun to partial shade<br><strong>Height:</strong> 20–30 cm<br><strong>Hardiness zone:</strong> 1–6</p>

<h4 data-mce-fragment="1"><span><strong>Plant history & use:</strong></span></h4> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Wasabi is Japan’s version of horseradish. However, the taste differs. The wasabi root (rhizome) is well known in grated form for Sushi, but can also be used to flavor ice cream and sweets.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">If you want genuine wasabi in Sweden, it is best to grow it yourself. The ready-made wasabi paste you buy is often instead a mix of horseradish, mustard, and green coloring agents.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">It is not only the rhizome that can be used, but also the leaves, which go well with shellfish, fish, and salads. The whole plant is edible.</p> <h4 data-mce-fragment="1"><strong>Cultivation:</strong></h4> <p data-mce-fragment="1">The wasabi plant is a perennial and withstands temperatures down to -10°C, so it can survive the winter in Sweden. Plants can be winter-covered with straw, dry leaves, spruce twigs, or similar to keep a higher temperature close to the plant as extra protection.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Wasabi thrives best by running water, so if you have a stream, river, or even a pond available, it provides good conditions for successful establishment. But it is also possible to grow it in fields; just make sure to keep the soil well-drained and moist. Wasabi grown in running water is called <em>sawa</em> in Japan, and field-grown is called <em>oka</em>.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Besides good water supply, the wasabi plant prefers to grow in a half-shady and cool place.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Optimal growth occurs during periods when the temperature is kept between 7-21°C.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">The rhizome is harvested when it has grown thicker, which can take one to two years.</p> <h4 data-mce-fragment="1"><strong>Characteristics</strong></h4> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Lifespan: Perennial<br data-mce-fragment="1">Growing site: moist, half-shade<br data-mce-fragment="1">Height: 20-60 cm<br data-mce-fragment="1">Germination time: 5-20 days<br data-mce-fragment="1">Hardiness zone: Hardy down to -10°C (best growth 7-21°C)<br></p>

<p><meta charset="utf-8"><strong>Yellow Goumi / Korean Silverbush 'Amber': current height 50-60 cm</strong></p> <p>2 plants recommended for good pollination</p> <p><strong></strong><span><strong>Common name:</strong> Yellow Goumi, Korean Silverbush<br><strong>Scientific name:</strong> <em>Elaeagnus umbellata</em><br><strong>Family:</strong> Elaeagnaceae</span></p> <h4>Plant history & use</h4> <p>'Amber' is a variety of goumi with decorative, yellow-orange berries that have a fresh, sweet-tart taste. The berries are used fresh or for jam, jelly, juice, and wine. The plant has been cultivated in East Asia both as a useful plant and as a soil improver thanks to its ability to fix nitrogen.</p> <h4>Cultivation</h4> <p>Thrives in sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Easy to grow, drought-resistant, and can be used as a windbreak or free-growing hedge.</p> <h4>Characteristics</h4> <p><strong>Perennial:</strong> Perennial<br><strong>Growing position:</strong> Sun to partial shade<br><strong>Height:</strong> 2–4 meters<br><strong>Hardiness zone:</strong> 1–4</p>

<p>Sweet cherry tree of the award-winning variety 'Lapins'</p> <ul> <li>Height: 80-100 cm</li> <li>Height: 125-150 cm [PICKUP ONLY]</li> </ul> <p>'Lapins' is a self-fertile variety = only one tree is needed. However, fruit setting is improved by having another variety nearby.</p> <p><meta charset="utf-8"><em>Photo taken in January, which is why there are no leaves on the tree.</em></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Common names</b>: Sweet cherry, Bigarreau, Lapins Sweet Cherry, Cherokee Cherry<br><b>Scientific name</b>: <em>Prunus tomentosa</em><br><b>Family</b>: Rose family</span></p> <p><strong>History & use:</strong></p> <p class="p1"><meta charset="utf-8">'Lapins' is a sweet cherry variety with large dark berries. Similar to the sweet cherries usually found in stores and street stands in both color and size. The berries can reach up to 3.3 cm in diameter and weigh 8-10 grams. The fruit has firm, juicy flesh and a crisp texture. The taste is sweet, with a slight tartness and very aromatic. The berries are resistant to rainy periods and do not crack easily.</p> <p class="p1">'Lapins' is a Canadian variety developed by Karl O. Lapins in 1965 by crossing the varieties 'Van' and 'Stella'. The variety won the <em>Award of Garden Merit</em> in 2014.</p> <p class="p1">Semi-dwarf variety that does not grow taller than 3.5 to 5.5 meters.</p> <p class="p1">Blooms beautifully in spring. Fruit ripens from late July to early August.</p> <p class="p1">Good pollinator for almost all other cherry varieties.</p> <p><strong>Cultivation:</strong></p> <p class="p1">Prefers locations with full sun and moist, nutrient-rich, well-drained soil.</p> <p class="p1">Pruning promotes fruit setting. These plants were pruned in 2024.</p> <p class="p1">Pollinated by varieties such as <span>'Merton Glory', 'Stella' and others.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Characteristics</b>:<br><br>Longevity: Perennial<br>Growing position: sun<br>Height: 3.5-5.5 m<br>Growing zone: 1-4</span></p>

<p><strong>Lavandin of the 'Phenomenal' variety: current height 5–10 cm</strong><br><br><strong>Common name:</strong> Lavandin<br><strong>Scientific name:</strong> <em>Lavandula × intermedia</em><br><strong>Family:</strong> Lamiaceae</p> <h4>Plant history & use</h4> <p>Lavandin is a cross between true lavender (<em>Lavandula angustifolia</em>) and spike lavender (<em>Lavandula latifolia</em>), developed to combine the former’s scent with the latter’s growth strength and hardiness. The 'Phenomenal' variety is especially known for its hardiness, dense shape, and ability to withstand both moisture and cold better than many other lavender varieties. Lavandin also grows taller than common lavender – making it well suited for a low-growing hedge.</p> <p>The flowers have a high essential oil content and are used just like common lavender for drying, scent sachets, tea blends, herbal mixtures, and natural skin care. Lavandin is also commercially used for extracting lavender oil, thanks to its rich fragrance.</p> <h4>Cultivation</h4> <p>Thrives in full sun in well-drained, preferably lime-rich soil. Tolerates both heat and drought, but also Swedish winter better than most lavender varieties – provided good drainage. Prune back after flowering to keep the plant compact. Excellent in flower beds, herb gardens, slopes, or as an edging plant.</p> <h4>Characteristics</h4> <p><strong>Perennial:</strong> Perennial<br><strong>Growing position:</strong> Sun<br><strong>Height:</strong> 50–70 cm<br><strong>Hardiness zone:</strong> 1–5 (good drainage required)<br><strong>Flowering:</strong> July–August</p>

<p><strong>Lavandin of the 'Grosso' variety: current height 20–30 cm</strong><br><br><strong>Common name:</strong> Lavandin<br><strong>Scientific name:</strong> <em>Lavandula × intermedia</em><br><strong>Family:</strong> Lamiaceae</p> <h4>Plant history & use</h4> <p>Lavandin 'Grosso' is one of the most cultivated lavandin varieties in commercial production – especially in France where it is grown extensively for its high content of essential oil and distinct, classic lavender scent. It is a sturdy and vigorous variety that suits both herb gardens and larger plantings. Lavandin is taller than true lavender and is therefore better suited for use as a low-growing hedge.</p> <p>The flowers are used for drying, lavender sachets, tea blends, herb salt, and natural body care. Lavandin has traditionally been used to create calm, relieve headaches, and support sleep – often in the form of scented sachets or decoctions.</p> <h4>Cultivation</h4> <p>Thrives in sunny, well-drained, and preferably lime-rich locations. 'Grosso' is stronger than common lavender and quickly forms large, dense plants. Excellent as a low hedge or as a solitary plant in larger herb beds. Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth. Tolerates heat and drought well but requires drainage to survive the winter.</p> <h4>Characteristics</h4> <p><strong>Perennial:</strong> Perennial<br><strong>Growing position:</strong> Sun<br><strong>Height:</strong> 60–80 cm<br><strong>Hardiness zone:</strong> 1–5 (with good drainage)<br><strong>Flowering:</strong> July–August<br></p>

<p><strong>Peach of the variety 'Melred': current height 50–60 cm in C4 pot</strong><br><br> These trees are mature and some are already bearing fruit.</p> <p>The peach variety 'Melred' is self-fertile = only 1 tree is needed for fruit setting</p> <p><strong>Common name:</strong> Peach<br> <strong>Scientific name:</strong> <em>Prunus persica</em><br> <strong>Family:</strong> Rose family</p> <h4>Growth history & use</h4> <p>'Melred' is a hardy and abundant-bearing peach variety with large, juicy fruits and sweet taste. The fruit is good fresh or for preserving and baking.</p> <h4>Cultivation</h4> <p>Thrives in sunny, warm, and sheltered location in nutrient-rich, well-drained soil. Self-fertile but benefits from good pollination. Protect against spring frost during flowering.</p> <h4>Characteristics</h4> <p><strong>Longevity:</strong> Perennial<br> <strong>Growing site:</strong> Sun<br> <strong>Height:</strong> 2–4 meters<br> <strong>Growing zone:</strong> 1–2</p>

<p><strong>Saskatoon / Serviceberry of the 'Northline' variety: current height 50-60 cm</strong><br><br><strong>Common names:</strong> Saskatoon, Saskatoon berry, Serviceberry, Late Serviceberry, Serviceberries<br><strong>Scientific name:</strong> <em>Amelanchier alnifolia</em><br><strong>Family:</strong> Rose family</p> <h4>Growth history & use</h4> <p>'Northline' is a Canadian variety that produces large, juicy berries with a sweet taste. The berries are used for fresh eating, jam, juice, pie, and wine. Serviceberry has been cultivated by the indigenous peoples of North America as food and medicinal plant.</p> <h4>Cultivation</h4> <p>Thrives in sun to partial shade in well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. Hardy and resilient shrub that yields abundant harvest.</p> <h4>Characteristics</h4> <p><strong>Perennial:</strong> Perennial<br><strong>Growing position:</strong> Sun to partial shade<br><strong>Height:</strong> 2–4 meters<br><strong>Growing zone:</strong> 1–6</p>

<p>Thornless Blackberry Variety 'Thornless Evergreen' - current height 60-70 cm</p> <p><strong>Common name: </strong>Blackberry, Cutleaf Blackberry<br><strong>Scientific name:</strong><em> Rubus laciniatus<br></em><strong>Family:</strong> <span>Rose family</span></p> <p><strong><span>Plant history & use:</span></strong></p> <p>'Thornless Evergreen' is a thornless variety with evergreen leaves that produces abundant large black berries with a sweet and full flavor. This particular variety has become very popular recently because the lack of thorns makes the berries easy to pick and the cut leaves look nice in the garden all year round.</p> <p>The berries ripen from August to September. The berries are excellent to eat fresh as they are, freeze, or use for juice, jam, and baked goods.</p> <p>A purple to dull blue dye can be extracted from the fruit.</p> <p><strong>Cultivation:</strong></p> <p>Let it grow in well-drained, humus-rich soil in a warm and sunny spot. Does not thrive well in heavy clay soils, dry sandy soils, or waterlogged areas.</p> <p>Growth is favored if it can grow against something to support its long branches. Feel free to let it grow against a pergola, a wall, a tree with airy branches, or similar.</p> <p>Produces berries on last year's shoots.</p> <p><strong>Characteristics:</strong></p> <p>Longevity: Perennial<br>Light conditions: sun/partial shade<br>Height: 3-4 m<br>Hardiness zone: 1-4</p>

<p><strong>Chocolate mint of the variety 'Chocolate': current height 20–40 cm</strong><br><br><strong>Common name:</strong> Chocolate mint<br><strong>Scientific name:</strong> <em>Mentha piperita</em><br><strong>Family:</strong> Lamiaceae</p> <h4>Plant history & use</h4> <p>Chocolate mint is a variety of peppermint with a hint of chocolate in scent and taste. Used for tea, desserts, ice cream, chocolate pastries, and as decoration. A favorite for both kitchen and garden.</p> <h4>Cultivation</h4> <p>Thrives in sun to partial shade in moisture-retentive, well-drained soil. Can spread – preferably grown in a pot or confined area.</p> <h4>Properties</h4> <p><strong>Perennial:</strong> Perennial<br><strong>Growing position:</strong> Sun to partial shade<br><strong>Height:</strong> 30–60 cm<br><strong>Hardiness zone:</strong> 1–6</p>

<p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Common names:</strong> Soapwort, Soapwort, Soapwort<br data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Scientific name:</strong> <em>Saponaria officinalis</em><br data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Family:</strong> Caryophyllaceae</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1"><span data-mce-fragment="1">Plant history &amp; use:</span></strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Soapwort is used, as its name suggests, as a soap, shampoo and detergent. Soapwort is a native useful plant that in traditional Sweden was often used both for washing textiles and for personal hygiene. Today it is used in acne treatments.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> The entire plant is useful, i.e. flowers, leaves, roots and stem. The soapwort contains fat-soluble substances that foam together with water. The highest concentration of the fat-soluble substances is found in the root. The foaming liquid can then be washed in, used as shampoo &amp; soap or as a general cleaning agent.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <meta charset="utf-8"><span>Despite its toxicity, Saponaria officinalis is used in cooking. It acts as an emulsifier in commercial tahini production and helps create an airy foam in beer brewing. In the Middle East, the root is used as an additive in the manufacture of halva to stabilize the oils and give halva its unique texture.<meta charset="utf-8"> characterized by.</span></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> The flowers smell sweet in the evenings and are diligent when it comes to attracting pollinators.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Cultivation</strong> :</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Since the Soapwort is adapted to the Swedish climate, there are no difficulties in growing it outdoors here. It thrives in most soils, slightly clayey soils work best. Sun/partial shade are good locations. Grows 30-100 cm tall depending on the growing location.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Soapwort can spread quite a bit via underground runners. So choose carefully where you plant it. Preferably fenced in and by itself if you don't want it to take over the crop.<strong data-mce-fragment="1"></strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Features</strong> :</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Year: Perennial<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Growing position: sun/partial shade<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Height: 30-100 cm<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Germination time: 1-3 months<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Growing zone: 1-5</p>

<p>1st Papaya tree of the variety 'HOLLAND': 1 year old <span data-mce-fragment="1">- current height: 30-50 cm</span><br data-mce-fragment="1"></p> <p>Seed-grown plant, raised in Sweden</p> <p><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Common name:</strong><span data-mce-fragment="1"> Papaya ‘HOLLAND’ </span><br data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Scientific name:<span> </span></strong><em>C</em><em data-mce-fragment="1"><span data-mce-fragment="1">arica papaya <br></span></em><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Family: </strong>C<span data-mce-fragment="1">aricaceae</span><span data-mce-fragment="1"> </span></p> <div class="column" data-mce-fragment="1"> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1"><span data-mce-fragment="1">Plant history &amp; use:</span></strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">The papaya variety 'HOLLAND' is known as one of the tastiest and sweetest types of papaya. It has red, juicy flesh inside and a mild, balanced flavor</p> <meta charset="utf-8"> <meta charset="utf-8"> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><span data-mce-fragment="1">Papaya is a fruit that originates from Central America and the Caribbean. It has a sweet and fruity taste and a soft and juicy texture. Papaya usually grows in warm climates and is one of the most cultivated fruits in tropical countries. Papaya has a unique flavor that resembles a mix of melon and passion fruit.</span></p> <meta charset="utf-8"> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><span data-mce-fragment="1">Papaya is most often eaten as a fruit salad or as part of smoothies and fruit juices. You can also make a salad by grating the green unripe fruits, similar to carrots. The papaya fruit also contains high levels of vitamin C, folate, and the antioxidant beta-carotene.</span></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><span data-mce-fragment="1">The papaya tree has an almost cress-like aroma found in nearly all parts of the plant - leaves, trunk, fruit skin, and seeds as well as the unripe fruits. One might almost think it is a large cress plant with fruit. However, the taste is not noticeable in the fully ripe fruits.</span></p> <p>Papaya and its plant parts have long been used in traditional medicine for a variety of purposes. Papaya seeds have, among other things, been used for digestive problems, and the sap from the tree has been used to treat parasite-caused infections thanks to its antiparasitic properties. The sap from papaya has also been used as an anesthetic (painkiller).</p> <div title="Page 2" class="page" data-mce-fragment="1"> <div class="section" data-mce-fragment="1"> <div class="layoutArea" data-mce-fragment="1"> <div class="column" data-mce-fragment="1"> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Cultivation:</strong> </p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">The papaya tree is one of the fastest-growing fruit trees in its natural tropical environment, where it bears fruit already 4-6 months after sowing. The papaya tree thrives best in warm, humid environments.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">In Sweden, the climate is less favorable, but when grown in a greenhouse and thanks to the papaya’s fast-growing traits, it is probably the easiest tropical fruit to harvest within a short period of 1-2 years.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><span>Use well-drained soil with a high amount of organic material. Provide plenty of water during fruit formation. Natural fertilizer is recommended already 4-6 weeks after the seed has sprouted.</span></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><strong style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;">Characteristics:</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Age: Perennial<br>Growing place: sun<br>Height: 2-10 meters<br></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>