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Breadfruit: current height 25-30 cm

Common name : Breadfruit, Monkey tree
Scientific name : Araucaria araucana
Family : Araucaria

Plant history & use :

Breadfruit, also called Monkey Tree, is a hardy conifer from southern Chile that eventually produces edible nuts, similar to pine nuts.

Cultivation :

Full description coming soon...

Features :

Year: Perennial
Growing position: sun
Height: 30-40 m
Growing zone: 1-2

1st PLANT: 2 years old - current height: 20 cm

Seed-sown Asimina plant with strong root system.

The plant is sent safely and securely packed with shock-absorbing packaging. The plant is delivered without a pot.

Note. that trees ordered during the winter months lack foliage.

The trees are easily self-fertile but 2 trees are recommended for good pollination.

Common names : Asimina, Paw paw
Scientific name : Asimina triloba
Family : Annonaceae

Plant history & use :

Asimina is one of the most tropical-like fruits that can grow in our Nordic climate. The taste is reminiscent of a mixture of banana and mango and the texture is similar to papaya or a perfectly ripe avocado. The fruit looks like a small green mango with golden yellow flesh.

The fruits are usually eaten as they are but can also be used to enrich refreshing drinks, pastries and cocktails with their mild tropical taste. The fruits are rich in vitamins such as riboflavins and B-6. You can also use the fruits to make ice cream.

Cultivation :

Asimina originates from and grows naturally in North America, often as undergrowth under larger trees.

They thrive in humus-rich, nutrient-rich and slightly moist well-drained soils.

Asimina thrives in sheltered locations and therefore likes to grow under larger trees and also like to stand close together (approx. 1 m apart) in full grown size. This protects against wind and direct sunlight and facilitates pollination. East facing is a suitable place to plant Asimina. Plants that grow in exposed locations do significantly worse than plants that grow in protected locations.

Water abundantly or plant in a place with good water supply.

Asiminan puts a lot of energy into developing a strong root system in the beginning - the root can often be thicker than the trunk in the first months. When growing in pots, a tip is to plant in deep pots directly, this gives the opportunity for more efficient root development and you avoid disturbing the plant before it has grown.

In open ground, Asiminan grows into a dense thicket by spreading via root shoots.

Characteristics:

Age: Perennial
Location: partial shade
Height: 1-10 m
USDA zone: 1-8
Harvest age: 3-7 years

1st PLANT: 2 years old - current height: 20 cm

Seed-sown Asimina plant with strong root system.

The plant is sent safely and securely packed with shock-absorbing packaging. The plant is delivered without a pot.

Note. that trees ordered during the winter months lack foliage.

The trees are easily self-fertile but 2 trees are recommended for good pollination.

Common names : Asimina, Paw paw
Scientific name : Asimina triloba
Family : Annonaceae

Plant history & use :

Asimina is one of the most tropical-like fruits that can grow in our Nordic climate. The taste is reminiscent of a mixture of banana and mango and the texture is similar to papaya or a perfectly ripe avocado. The fruit looks like a small green mango with golden yellow flesh.

The fruits are usually eaten as they are but can also be used to enrich refreshing drinks, pastries and cocktails with their mild tropical taste. The fruits are rich in vitamins such as riboflavins and B-6. You can also use the fruits to make ice cream.

Cultivation :

Asimina originates from and grows naturally in North America, often as undergrowth under larger trees.

They thrive in humus-rich, nutrient-rich and slightly moist well-drained soils.

Asimina thrives in sheltered locations and therefore likes to grow under larger trees and also like to stand close together (approx. 1 m apart) in full grown size. This protects against wind and direct sunlight and facilitates pollination. East facing is a suitable place to plant Asimina. Plants that grow in exposed locations do significantly worse than plants that grow in protected locations.

Water abundantly or plant in a place with good water supply.

Asiminan puts a lot of energy into developing a strong root system in the beginning - the root can often be thicker than the trunk in the first months. When growing in pots, a tip is to plant in deep pots directly, this gives the opportunity for more efficient root development and you avoid disturbing the plant before it has grown.

In open ground, Asiminan grows into a dense thicket by spreading via root shoots.

Characteristics:

Age: Perennial
Location: partial shade
Height: 1-10 m
USDA zone: 1-8
Harvest age: 3-7 years

Japanese Raisin Tree - current height: 100-130 cm

[Picture of tree coming soon]

Common names: Japanese Raisin Tree, Oriental Raisin Tree, Raisin Tree, Chi-Chao Li
Scientific name: Hovenia dulcis
Family: Rhamnaceae

Plant history & use:

The Japanese Raisin Tree is a hardy tree found in Asia, from eastern China and Korea to the Himalayas where it grows at altitudes up to 2,000 m above sea level.

The fleshy, sweet and fragrant fruits are eaten raw or cooked. When dried, they take on a taste and appearance reminiscent of raisins.

An extract made from seeds, branches and young leaves can be eaten like honey and is also used to make wine and candy (Facciola, S.).

The seeds contain about 15% protein and 7.8% fat (Duke. JA & Ayensu. ES).

The raisin tree has long been used in traditional Chinese, Korean and Japanese medicines to treat a variety of ailments, including hangovers (Hyun TK et al.). The fruits of the raisin tree are already mentioned in materia medica from the Tang Dynasty in the 7th century.

Modern research confirms that the flavanonol ampelopsin/dihydromyricetin (DHM), found in plants in the genera Ampelopsis and Cercidiphyllum , can reduce symptoms of alcohol intoxication and withdrawal (Reich L.).

Extracts of Hovenia dulcis are commercially available and marketed as a remedy for the after-effects of excessive alcohol consumption.

The tree is traditionally known for its health benefits when consumed in tea form.

The wood from the Raisin Tree is hard and well suited for making furniture.

Culture:

Thrives well in well-drained, sandy clay soils in a sunny and warm location. It is best protected from frost in the first few years, after which the tree can withstand temperatures down to -15°C. However, if the tree is allowed to harden off slowly to the cold, the tissue can be allowed to mature (harden) and then the tree can be hardy down to -25°C (Huxley. A.).

Avoid compact and wet soils.

The tree is considered fast-growing and usually does not grow more than 5-6 meters tall in our climate. In other parts of the world it reaches heights of up to 30 meters.

Can be topped to keep as a bush or allowed to grow to become more naturally tree-shaped.

The raisin tree is drought tolerant, but the quality of the fruit can be significantly affected if the water supply is not good. Watering 2-3 times a week is recommended during spring and summer.

The fruits usually ripen late in the season, around October. The fruits are harvested when they have dried on the tree, so there is no need for manual drying of the fruits.

The raisin tree is self-fertile and produces abundant fruit at maturity.

Features:

Year: Perennial
Growing position: sun / light shade
Height: 4-30 m
Germination time: 1-12 months
Growing zone: 1-4

1 White Mulberry Tree: 3 years - current height 60-90 cm

Seedlings raised in Swedish climate

Common name: White mulberry, White mulberry tree
Scientific name: Morus alba
Family: Moraceae

Plant history & use:

The Mulberry tree is one of the world's oldest cultivated plants - probably best known for hosting silkworms whose threads are used to produce silk fabric, since Mulberry leaves practically are the silkworm's only source of food. And the leaves from the White Mulberry variety are especially popular among the silkworms. The white mulberry originates from West Asia.

The berries on the White Mulberry tree can vary in color - from white to pink to red, to nearly black. The White Mulberries have a sweeter taste than their black-fruited relative Morus nigra . The berries are rich in antioxidants and, like mulberry leaf tea, are thought to help balance blood sugar levels. Thanks to its unusually high nutritional content, mulberries are considered a so-called "superfood", like the goji berry .

Dried white mulberries berries have a caramel-like taste.

In addition, the berries contain the substance MFE, which stabilizes the blood sugar level and thus naturally calms the body's craving for sugar. Therefore, mulberries are a common snack-substitute for those who want to get rid of their sweet tooth.

You can also make juice and jam from the berries.

Culture:

The White Mulberry tree is somewhat hardier than its relative Morus nigra and can withstand temperatures down to -30 ° C. It can grow in most soils but thrives best in loose, nutrient-rich soils. Hardy in windy coastal climates but optimal growth is given in warm, wind-sheltered locations.

Suitable as a trellis tree as the branches are easily bendable.

Mulberry trees also suit well in forest orchards as they are a popular host plant for many organisms and provide recurring harvests without major maintenance and protect plants in lower layers.

Mulberries are self-fertile, which means that only one tree is needed to bear fruit.

Prune in winter when the tree/shrub is dormant to avoid excessive "bleeding" of the tree, which is otherwise a common characteristic of mulberry plants.

The berries ripen continuously from mid-summer to early autumn.

When it's time to harvest, a tip is to pick the berries with a needle to avoid crushing them between your fingers.

Characteristics:

Lifespan: Perennial
Location: Sun
Height: 1-3 m
USDA Zone: 4-10

Siberian Ginseng plant - current height: 15-20 cm

[Picture of plant coming soon]

Now this long-awaited plant has finally arrived in stock! After many requests, we have finally managed to get hold of a couple of plants, they are neither cheap nor easy to get hold of - hence the price.

I aim to bring in larger plants during the season, they will be around 2-3m and cost around 2000kr in store - so more value for money. Those of you who are interested in these plants are welcome to contact me so we know how many to order.

Common Names: Russian Root, Siberian Ginseng, Eleuthero, Kan Jang, Tiger Root
Scientific name: Eleutherococcus senticosus
Family: Araliaceae

Plant history & use:

Siberian Ginseng, or Russian root as it is also called, is a frost-resistant "Ginseng species" that is part of the same family as Korean Ginseng. ( Panax ginseng) and American Ginseng ( Panax quinquefolius ). It is not related to Indian Ginseng .

From this Ginseng, it is the root bark that is used for its adaptogenic properties. Adaptogens are called substances that help the body deal with different types of stress. Siberian Ginseng is well known among athletes and is also used to treat insomnia. Traditionally used in Russian/Chinese folk medicine.

Much of the Siberian Ginseng on the market is whole, ground roots, when in fact it is only the bark from the roots that contains the active ingredients. Here, of course, it is advantageous to grow it yourself as you control the entire process on your own.

Cultivation :

Siberian Ginseng is a shrub native to Northeast Asia that often grows in forests as undergrowth or forms dense thickets. The shrub is thorny and can grow up to 4 meters depending on the location.

It thrives well outdoors in Sweden and does not have particularly high requirements. In terms of soil, it can handle everything from sandy to heavy clay soils. However, it thrives best in soil mixed with leaf and compost. It prefers light to partial shade. Can also be grown in a pot.

To harvest, you cut off one or more of the plant's underground shoots and let the plant grow. Peel the bark from the root and compost/discard the wood inside the bark.

It is a robust species with few known pests.

The flowers turn yellowish-white/purple which then form black round fruits in clusters.

Features :

Year: Perennial
Growing position: partial shade/sun
Height: 2-4 m
Germination time: 2-4 months
Growing zone: 1-7

SEEDS (50pcs/bag)

Common name: Greek Basil, Greek Bush Basil, Globe Basil, Greek Bush Basil
Scientific name: Ocimum basilicum var. minutum
Family: Lamiaceae

Plant history & use:

Greek Basil, or Globe Basil as it is also called, is a low-growing small shrub with small aromatic leaves. More compact and well-branched than most other basils .

Goes well with tomato, lamb, eggplant and pepper dishes. Goes very well with fresh salads.

Also suitable for making refreshing herbal tea.

Seeds can be eaten as is or added to baked goods as a flavoring. When in contact with liquid, the seeds become mucilaginous (similar to chia seeds) - in the Mediterranean this is used to make a refreshing drink called sherbet tokhum .

As good as it tastes, it smells wonderful in the garden.

Culture:

Easy to grow and productive variety. Quickly produces new leaves that are harvested throughout the season.

Grow in regular potting soil, in a pot or outdoors.

Freeze the harvest rather than dry it - the flavor will last better.

Sowing:

Pre-cultivate indoors Feb-May. Sow outdoors from May.

Easy to germinate. Just sprinkle the seeds on the moist soil and press them down gently so they make good contact with the soil surface. Do not cover with soil.

To preserve moisture, cover the seeds with plastic wrap or a plastic bag with air holes. Then place the seeds in a warm place with good drainage and leave until the seeds have germinated. It usually takes between 5-15 days for the seeds to germinate.

Features :

Year: One year
Growing position: sun
Height: 30 cm
Germination time: 5-15 days

SEEDS (50pcs/bag)

Common name: Lime basil, Lime Basil
Scientific name: Ocimum americanum
Family: Lamiaceae

Plant history & use:

An unusual type of basil from America with a distinct lime flavor.

Goes well with fish dishes and marinades. Also a good addition to salads.

Suitable for both Asian and Mediterranean dishes.

Culture:

Annual. Grows up to 50 cm in height.

Grow in well-drained potting soil in a sunny location. Outdoors or in a pot.

Sowing:

Fill a pot or seed tray with moist, well-drained soil. Spread the seeds evenly over the soil and press them down gently so they make good contact with the soil surface. Do not cover with soil.

To maintain humidity, cover the seeds with plastic wrap or a plastic bag with air holes. Then place the seeds in a warm, well-drained spot and leave until the seeds have germinated. Alternatively, sow in a mini greenhouse to maintain even humidity.

It usually takes between 5-15 days for the seeds to germinate.

Features :

Year: Perennial
Growing position: partial shade/sun
Height: 50 cm
Germination time: 5-15 days

SEEDS (50pcs/bag)

Common names : Holy basil, Kapoor, Rama Tulsi, Holy Basil
Scientific name : Ocimum africanum
Family : Lamiaceae

Plant history & use :

'Temperate Tulsi' - the name speaks for itself. This is a hardier variety of Holy Basil ( O. tenuiflorum ), a completely different species to be exact. It is better suited to growing in our climate as it is more used to lower temperatures and also resistant to frost. The herb grows faster than its cousin O. tenuiflorum but the life cycle is also shorter - harvesting can be done after just 40 days. Originates from East Africa.

It is described as being more productive in our climate and having better germination than O. tenuiflorum .

'Temperate Tulsi' has a flavor described as "tutti frutti", or "bubble gum". Notes of vanilla and myrrh are also common. Most widely used for making tea due to its distinct aroma and healthy nutritional profile. It is also used in cooking.

Holy basil is often confused with Thai basil ( Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora ) - which is a different species.

As one of the most widely used ancient medicinal plants, Holy Basil has been used to treat common colds, headaches, and various stress disorders, among other things. The stem, leaves, and seeds are used for these purposes.

In traditional societies, the herb is also used as a natural mosquito repellent, by applying the aroma from the plant to the skin.

The abundantly blooming purple inflorescences are attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Cultivation :

Abundant flowering. 'Temperate Tulsi' is an annual and is lower and has a more bushy growth habit than O. tenuiflorum . Self-seeds more efficiently than other basil varieties.

Use a well-drained, humus-rich soil and place in partial shade or full sun, it will do well in both. Allowing the soil to dry out between waterings will increase the plant's aroma production (= more flavor) - this is a result of the plant's response to stress.

Grow in a pot or flower bed as a low-growing herb. If you grow it outdoors and want to let it grow there year after year, you can let it flower and set seed - it will most likely self-sow and germinate next year.

If you want the plant to focus more on foliage growth, you can cut off inflorescences before they have time to develop.

Basil is easy to take cuttings from, make a diagonal cut with a clean tool just below a leaf. The cutting should be around 15 cm. Remove the bottom leaves from the cutting and place in a glass of water that you change regularly. Plant in soil when roots have developed.

Sowing :

Higher germination in our climate than O. tenuiflorum .

Place the seeds on a moist layer of soil. Press the seeds lightly into the soil for good contact. Keep the seeds moist. One way to maintain good moisture is to cover the seeds with plastic with air holes.

Features :

Year: One year
Growing position: sun/partial shade
Height: 40 cm
Germination time: 5-15 days