Legumes

Blue Butterfly Pea Filled Flower (Clitoria ternatea)

45 SEK

SEEDS (10 pcs/bag) Common names: Butterfly Pea, Sail Pea, <meta charset="utf-8">Klitoria, Butterfly Pea Scientific name: Clitoria <meta charset="utf-8">ternatea Family: Fabaceae Plant history & use: Blue Butterfly Pea with double flowers. A large climbing plant whose flowers have an intense blue color that easily releases when hot water is added. Used to color food, sweets, and drinks. In Asia, tea is made directly from the flowers. Sometimes it is mixed with lemongrass, honey, and lime. Butterfly Pea is also used in traditional medicine as a relaxant and memory enhancer. The normally blue-colored drink turns purple if something sour, such as lemon, is added. This is due to pH changes in the composition. In the same way, Butterfly Pea flowers are sometimes used to make blue gin that turns purple when tonic is added. As a comparison, one can think that tea made from Butterfly Pea is used in Asia in the same way we use chamomile tea in Sweden. Like the <a style="color: #4e991d;" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/goabona-vingbona-psophocarpus-tetragonolobus" title="Goaböna / Vingböna (Psophocarpus tetragonolobus)" target="_blank">Goa bean</a>, Butterfly Pea is regenerative for the soil as it fixes nitrogen from air pockets in the soil and also works well as a ground cover crop. However, Butterfly Pea is generally not hardy in Sweden, unlike the Goa bean. Cultivation: Butterfly Pea is a sun-loving, fast-growing plant that quickly establishes itself if it has something to climb on. Growing in pots is recommended if you want it to be perennial in Sweden. Overwinter frost-free. Can grow in both moist and dry soils. Thrives surprisingly well in heavy clay soils. For pot cultivation, a humus-rich soil with good drainage should be used. Pinch branches for a bushier growth habit. Sowing: Start indoors early in the year, or sow outdoors in April-May. Soak the seeds for 1 day in advance. Sow in moist soil and preferably cover with plastic with small air holes to maintain good moisture. <meta charset="utf-8">Seeds from Butterfly Pea often germinate irregularly; one seed can sometimes sprout a whole month earlier than another seed in the same sowing. If you want more control over the whole process, Butterfly Pea seeds are easy to germinate on a piece of moist paper. Place the paper in, for example, a food container with the lid slightly ajar – keep moist. Now you can easily see when each seed starts to sprout and gradually pick out seed by seed and sow in a small pot with soil. Characteristics: Longevity: Perennial Light: sun Height: 150-300 cm Germination time: 10-20 days

Winged Bean / Goa Bean (Psophocarpus tetragonolobus)

~~40 SEK~~ 32 SEK

Blue Butterfly Pea Double-Flowered (Clitoria ternatea)

45 SEK

SEEDS (10 pcs/bag) Common names: Butterfly Pea, Sail Pea, <meta charset="utf-8">Klitoria, Butterfly Pea Scientific name: Clitoria ternatea Family: Fabaceae Plant history & use: A large climbing plant whose flowers have an intense blue color that easily releases when hot water is added. Used to color food, sweets, and drinks. In Asia, tea is made directly from the flowers. Sometimes it is mixed with lemongrass, honey, and lime. Butterfly Pea is also used in traditional medicine as a relaxant and memory enhancer. The normally blue-colored drink shifts to purple if something sour, such as lemon, is added. This is due to pH changes in the composition. In the same way, the flowers of Butterfly Pea are sometimes used to make blue gin that turns purple when tonic is added. As a comparison, one can think that tea made from Butterfly Pea is used in Asia in the same way we use chamomile tea in Sweden. Like <a style="color: #4e991d;" title="Goa bean / Winged bean (Psophocarpus tetragonolobus)" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/goabona-vingbona-psophocarpus-tetragonolobus" target="_blank">Goa bean</a> Butterfly Pea is regenerative for the soil as it fixes nitrogen from air pockets in the soil and works well as a ground cover crop. However, Butterfly Pea is generally not hardy in Sweden, unlike the Goa bean. Cultivation: Butterfly Pea is a sun-loving, fast-growing plant that quickly establishes itself if it has something to climb on. Growing in a pot is recommended if you want it to become perennial in Sweden. Overwinter frost-free. Can grow in both moist and dry soils. Thrives surprisingly well in heavy clay soils. For pot cultivation, a humus-rich soil with good drainage should be used. Pinch branches for a bushier growth habit. Sowing: Start indoors early in the year, or sow outdoors in April-May. Soak the seeds for 1 day beforehand. Sow in moist soil and preferably cover with plastic with small air holes to maintain good moisture. <meta charset="utf-8">Seeds from Butterfly Pea often germinate irregularly; one seed can sometimes sprout a whole month earlier than another seed in the same sowing. If you want more control over the whole process, Butterfly Pea seeds are easy to germinate on a piece of moist paper. Place the paper in, for example, a food container with the lid slightly ajar – keep moist. Now you can easily see when each seed starts to sprout and gradually pick out seed by seed and sow in a small pot with soil. Characteristics: Longevity: Perennial Light: sun Height: 150-300 cm Germination time: 10-20 days

Liquorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra)

40 SEK

SEEDS (15 pcs/bag) Common names: Licorice root, Spanish Licorice Scientific name: Glycyrrhiza glabra Family: Fabaceae Plant history & use: <meta charset="utf-8">This characterizes what we commonly call Licorice root, also named Spanish Licorice, in relation to other licorice species in the genus Glycyrrhiza: <ul> <li>It is one of the most common licorice species for <meta charset="utf-8">commercial cultivation and production of licorice.</li> <li>Also has a role in traditional medicine.</li> <li>This species has a wide distribution across the entire Mediterranean region, Central Asia, and parts of Southeast Asia.</li> <li>Hardy down to -20 ºC.</li> <li>Usually reaches a height of 1-2 meters.</li> </ul> Licorice root has a long history both as a medicinal plant and as a sweet treat. Already in 4000 BC it was used by the Assyrians and since then licorice root has been used for, among other things, calming nerves, relieving colds, and fighting other viral infections. Licorice root was sold at pharmacies as medicine as late as the 1970s. <meta charset="utf-8">One of the most prominent uses of licorice root by our ancestors was chewing the root to keep teeth clean and healthy. This was done because the <meta charset="utf-8">substance glycyrrhizin found in the roots has antibacterial properties. It is also the substance that contributes the sweet taste. Glycyrrhizin is not metabolized in our bodies and can therefore, just like <a style="color: #4e991d;" title="Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana)" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/stevia-sotflockel-stevia-rebaudiana" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/stevia-sotflockel-stevia-rebaudiana" data-mce-style="color: #4e991d;">Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana)</a>, be used as a blood sugar-friendly substitute for sugar. The root can be shredded and made into tea. You can also make a refreshing drink served with ice. <meta charset="utf-8">In Mongolia, the leaves of licorice root are used as a substitute for regular <a href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/te-camellia-sinensis" title="Tea (Camellia sinensis)" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/te-camellia-sinensis">Tea (Camellia sinensis)</a>. The root can also be ground/crushed to cook your own licorice. Mix with sugar/syrup, flour, and anise in a pot and bring to a boil. Licorice root is also often used together with anise to flavor alcoholic beverages. Cultivation: Licorice root grows naturally in southern Europe and parts of Asia. Licorice root is hardy down to -20 ºC. In most parts of Sweden, it can be grown outdoors year-round. To protect the plant during winter, cover the base with twigs, leaves, straw, or similar. By winter covering your plant, it is possible to create a place where it thrives even if your growing region lies outside its stated growing zone. <meta charset="utf-8">Licorice root can also be grown in a wide pot, placed outdoors during the warmer months and indoors during the colder months. In Sweden, it can be grown both in pots and in open ground but in the latter case must be winter covered with e.g. twigs, leaves, or straw. The roots, which are the part used for consumption, grow to meter lengths so a large pot is recommended for pot cultivation. It takes about 3 years for licorice root to be ready for harvest and during that time it grows into a fairly large bush. Licorice root thrives best in well-drained soil and locations with full sun. Sowing: The seeds can be sown outdoors <meta charset="utf-8">directly in open ground when the soil temperature is above 15 ºC. You can also start seedlings indoors throughout the year. Place in a bright window. <meta charset="utf-8">Soak the seeds for 1 day before sowing. Cover the seeds with a thin layer of soil and keep the sowing moist. Characteristics: Lifespan: Perennial Growing site: sun Height: 1-2 m Germination time: 1-3 months Growing zone: 1-3

Yardlong Bean 'Yard Long' / Asparagus bean (Vigna sesquipedalis)

~~40 SEK~~ 32 SEK

Long bean 'Pomegranate' / Asparagus bean (Vigna sesquipedalis)

~~40 SEK~~ 32 SEK

Light Purple Butterfly Pea Filled Flower (Clitoria ternatea)

~~50 SEK~~ 40 SEK

SEEDS (10 pcs/bag) Common names: Light purple Butterfly Pea, Sail Pea, <meta charset="utf-8">Clitoria, Light-purple Butterfly Pea Scientific name: Clitoria <meta charset="utf-8">ternatea Family: Fabaceae Plant history & use: A light purple variant of the more common <a title="Blue Butterfly Pea (Clitoria ternatea)" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/bla-himmelsart-clitoria-ternatea" style="color: #4e991d;" target="_blank">Blue Butterfly Pea</a>. This variant has double flowers. A large climbing plant with edible flowers. Can be grown as a cover crop against fences or as ground cover. Used to dye food, sweets, and drinks. In Asia, tea is made directly from the flowers. Sometimes it is mixed with lemon grass, honey, and lime. Butterfly Pea is also used in traditional medicine as a relaxant and memory enhancer. As a comparison, one can think that tea made from Butterfly Pea is used in Asia in the same way we use chamomile tea in Sweden. Like <a href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/goabona-vingbona-psophocarpus-tetragonolobus" title="Winged Bean (Psophocarpus tetragonolobus)" style="color: #4e991d;" target="_blank">Winged Bean</a> Butterfly Pea is regenerative for the soil by fixing nitrogen from air pores in the soil and also works well as ground cover. However, Butterfly Pea is generally not hardy in Sweden, unlike the Winged Bean. Cultivation: Butterfly Pea is a sun-loving, fast-growing plant that quickly establishes itself if it has something to climb on. Growing in pots is recommended if you want it to become perennial in Sweden. Overwinter frost-free. Can grow in both moist and dry soils. Thrives surprisingly well in heavy clay soils. For pot cultivation, a humus-rich soil with good drainage should be used. Pinch branches for a bushier growth habit. Sowing: Start indoors early in the year, or sow outdoors in April-May. Soak the seeds for 1 day in advance. Sow in moist soil and preferably cover with plastic with small air holes to maintain good moisture. <meta charset="utf-8">Seeds from Butterfly Pea often germinate irregularly; one seed can sometimes sprout a whole month earlier than another seed in the same sowing. If you want to keep better track of the whole process, Butterfly Pea seeds are easy to germinate on a piece of moist paper. Place the paper in, for example, a food container with the lid slightly ajar – keep moist. Now you can easily see when each seed starts to sprout and gradually pick out seed by seed and sow in a small pot with soil. Characteristics: Longevity: Perennial Light: sun Height: 150-300 cm Germination time: 10-20 days

Light-Purple Butterfly Pea Double-Flowered (Clitoria ternatea)

~~50 SEK~~ 40 SEK

SEEDS (10 pcs/bag) Common names: Light purple Butterfly Pea, Light purple Sail Pea, Light purple <meta charset="utf-8">Klitoria, Light purple Butterfly Pea Scientific name: Clitoria <meta charset="utf-8">ternatea Family: Fabaceae Plant history & use: Magenta-colored variant of the more common <a href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/bla-himmelsart-clitoria-ternatea" title="Blue Butterfly Pea (Clitoria ternatea)" style="color: #4e991d;" target="_blank">Blue Butterfly Pea</a>. Large climbing plant with edible flowers. Can be grown as a cover crop against fences or as ground cover. Used to color food, sweets, and drinks. In Asia, tea is made directly from the flowers. Sometimes it is mixed with lemongrass, honey, and lime. Butterfly Pea is also used in traditional medicine as a relaxant and memory enhancer. As a comparison, one can think that tea made from Butterfly Pea is used in Asia in the same way we use chamomile tea in Sweden. Like <a title="Winged Bean (Psophocarpus tetragonolobus)" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/goabona-vingbona-psophocarpus-tetragonolobus" style="color: #4e991d;" target="_blank">Winged Bean</a> Butterfly Pea is regenerative for the soil as it fixes nitrogen from air pockets in the soil and also works well as ground cover. However, Butterfly Pea is generally not hardy in Sweden, unlike the Winged Bean. Cultivation: Butterfly Pea is a sun-loving, fast-growing plant that quickly establishes itself if it has something to climb on. Growing in pots is recommended if you want it to be perennial in Sweden. Overwinter frost-free. Can grow in both moist and dry soils. Thrives surprisingly well in heavy clay soils. For pot cultivation, a humus-rich soil with good drainage should be used. Pinch branches for a bushier growth habit. Sowing: Start indoors early in the year, or sow outdoors in April-May. Soak the seeds for 1 day in advance. Sow in moist soil and preferably cover with plastic with small air holes to maintain good moisture. <meta charset="utf-8">Seeds from Butterfly Pea often germinate irregularly; one seed can sometimes sprout a whole month earlier than another seed in the same sowing. If you want more control over the whole process, Butterfly Pea seeds are easy to germinate on a piece of moist paper. Place the paper in, for example, a food container with the lid slightly ajar – keep moist. Now you can easily see when each seed starts to sprout and gradually pick out seed by seed and sow in a small pot with soil. Characteristics: Life span: Perennial Light: sun Height: 150-300 cm Germination time: 10-20 days

Chinese Liquorice Root (Glycyrrhiza uralensis)

45 SEK

SEEDS (10 pcs/bag) Common names: Chinese Licorice Root, <meta charset="utf-8">Gan Cao, <meta charset="utf-8">Manchurian Licorice, Mongolian Licorice Scientific name: Glycyrrhiza uralensis (syn. G. glandulifera) Family: Fabaceae Growth history & use: <meta charset="utf-8">Characteristic of Chinese Licorice Root is: <ul> <li> <meta charset="utf-8">Originally from Central Asia and northern China.</li> <li>Used in traditional Chinese medicine for its healing properties.</li> <li>Hardy down to -25 ºC.</li> <li>Can be grown outdoors in colder climates with suitable winter protection.</li> <li>Grows to a height of 0.5-1.5 meters. This is a more low-growing licorice species.</li> </ul> Licorice root has a long history both as a medicinal plant and as a sweet treat. Already in 4000 BC it was used by the Assyrians and since then licorice root has been used for, among other things, calming nerves, relieving colds, and fighting other viral infections. Licorice root was sold at pharmacies as medicine as late as the 1970s. <meta charset="utf-8">One of the most prominent uses of licorice root by our ancestors was chewing the root to keep teeth clean and healthy. This was done because the <meta charset="utf-8">substance glycyrrhizin found in the roots has antibacterial properties. It is also the substance that gives the sweet taste. Glycyrrhizin is not metabolized in our bodies and can therefore, just like <a style="color: #4e991d;" title="Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana)" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/stevia-sotflockel-stevia-rebaudiana" target="_blank">Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana)</a>, be used as a blood sugar-friendly substitute for sugar. The root can be shredded and made into tea. You can also make a refreshing drink served with ice. <meta charset="utf-8">In Mongolia, the leaves of licorice root are used as a substitute for regular <a href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/te-camellia-sinensis" title="Tea (Camellia sinensis)" target="_blank">Tea (Camellia sinensis)</a>. The root can also be ground/crushed to boil your own licorice. Mix with sugar/syrup, flour, and anise in a pot and bring to a boil. Licorice root is also often used together with anise to flavor alcoholic beverages. Cultivation: Licorice root grows naturally in southern Europe and parts of Asia. Chinese Licorice Root is hardy down to -25 ºC. In most parts of Sweden it can be grown outdoors year-round. To protect the plant during winter, cover the base with twigs, leaves, straw, or similar. By winter covering your plant, it is possible to create a place where it thrives even if your growing region lies outside its stated growing zone. <meta charset="utf-8">Licorice root can also be grown in a wide pot, placed outdoors during the warmer months and indoors during the colder months. In Sweden it can be grown both in pots and in open ground but in the latter case must be winter covered with e.g. twigs, leaves, or straw. The roots, which are the part used for consumption, grow to meter lengths so a large pot is recommended for pot cultivation. It takes about 3 years for licorice root to be ready for harvest and during that time it grows into a fairly large bush. Licorice root thrives best in well-drained soil and locations with full sun. Sowing: The seeds can be sown outdoors <meta charset="utf-8">directly in open ground when the soil temperature is above 15 ºC. You can also start seedlings indoors throughout the year. Place in a bright window. <meta charset="utf-8">Soak the seeds for 1 day before sowing. Cover the seeds with a thin layer of soil and keep the sowing moist. Characteristics: Lifespan: Perennial Growing site: sun Height: 0.5-1.5 m Germination time: 1-3 months Growing zone: 1-4

Carob / Locust Bean (Ceratonia siliqua)

~~40 SEK~~ 32 SEK

SEEDS (15 pcs/bag) Common names: Carob, also called St. John's bread Scientific name: Ceratonia siliqua Family: Fabaceae Growth history & uses: Carob is an evergreen cultivated plant with a long history of various uses. Thousands of years ago, Carob – as the dried bean pods are called – was used as a counterweight when weighing gold and gemstones. The seeds inside the pod always weighed 0.2 grams, and this is where the measure carat comes from. Carob has also been used as a medicine for coughs and was sold as candy in pharmacies in the past. The pods have a natural sugar content of 30-50%, which is believed to be one of the reasons they were eaten as snacks in the Roman Empire. A well-known use today is as a substitute for cocoa, in roasted and ground form. Unlike cocoa, carob is free from caffeine and theobromine, among other things. Another common use today is the so-called locust bean gum extracted from the seeds. <meta charset="utf-8"> Locust bean gum is a thickening agent used in various foods, including ice cream and crème fraîche. Carob contains many different vitamins, e.g. vitamin A and B2, and has a flavor reminiscent of caramel. The Carob tree fixes nitrogen absorbed from air pores in the soil via nodules on the roots. This nitrogen is used for the tree's own growth and consequently enriches the rest of the growing site. Cultivation: <p data-mce-fragment="1" style="background: white; box-sizing: border-box; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; widows: 2; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0cm 0cm 15.0pt 0cm;">In its natural environment around the Mediterranean, the tree grows 10–15 meters tall and produces pods up to 25 cm long. In Sweden, it is best grown in a pot that is moved outdoors during the summer and overwintered in a cool place. Since the tree can tolerate temperatures down to about -8 ºC before it is damaged, it is theoretically possible to keep it as an outdoor tree in favorable locations in Sweden. But this is an experiment in itself and is recommended to be tested once the tree has grown somewhat. Otherwise, Carob is drought-tolerant and thrives in well-drained/rocky soil in sunny locations. Avoid moist environments and heavy clay soils. Water when the soil has dried out and add nutrients during the summer months if desired. Repotting into a larger pot is preferably done before the taproot (the thickest main root) has grown down to the bottom. As with all plants, limited space for taproot growth equals a significant decrease in the growth of the entire plant. Carob trees growing in their natural environment around the Mediterranean are high-yielding trees that can produce up to 400 kg of bean pods each year. Sowing: Soak the seeds in lukewarm water for 3 days before sowing. Sow in seed soil. Cover with 2 cm of soil. Keep the sowing moist. Germination time is about 2-5 weeks and the optimal germination temperature is 22-26 ºC. Features: Perennial: Perennial Growing conditions: sun Height: up to 15 m Germination time: 2-5 weeks

Purple Winged Bean / Goa Bean (Psophocarpus tetragonolobus)

~~45 SEK~~ 36 SEK

Light-Blue Butterfly Pea Double-Flowered (Clitoria ternatea)

~~50 SEK~~ 40 SEK

SEEDS (10 pcs/bag) Common names: Light blue Butterfly Pea, Light blue Sail Pea, Light blue <meta charset="utf-8">Klitoria, Light-blue Butterfly Pea Scientific name: Clitoria <meta charset="utf-8">ternatea Family: Fabaceae Plant history & use: Light blue variety of the more common <a href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/bla-himmelsart-clitoria-ternatea" title="Blue Butterfly Pea (Clitoria ternatea)" style="color: #4e991d;" target="_blank">Blue Butterfly Pea</a>. This type has double petals, there is also a <a title="Butterfly Pea 'Blue Sky' Double Flower (Clitoria ternatea)" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/himmelsart-blue-sky-fylld-blomma-clitoria-ternatea">Light blue Butterfly Pea with double flowers</a>. A large climbing plant with edible flowers. Can be grown as a cover crop against fences or as ground cover. Used to color food, sweets, and drinks. In Asia, tea is made directly from the flowers. Sometimes it is mixed with lemon grass, honey, and lime. Butterfly Pea is also used in traditional medicine as a relaxant and memory enhancer. As a comparison, one can think that tea made from Butterfly Pea is used in Asia in the same way we use chamomile tea in Sweden. Like <a title="Winged Bean (Psophocarpus tetragonolobus)" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/goabona-vingbona-psophocarpus-tetragonolobus" style="color: #4e991d;" target="_blank">Winged Bean</a> Butterfly Pea is regenerative for the soil by fixing nitrogen from air pores in the soil and also works well as ground cover. However, Butterfly Pea is generally not hardy in Sweden, unlike the Winged Bean. Cultivation: Butterfly Pea is a sun-loving, fast-growing plant that quickly establishes itself if it has something to climb on. Growing in pots is recommended if you want it to be perennial in Sweden. Overwinter frost-free. Can grow in both moist and dry soils. Thrives surprisingly well in heavy clay soils. For pot cultivation, a humus-rich soil with good drainage should be used. Pinch branches for a bushier growth habit. Sowing: Pre-cultivate indoors early in the year, or sow outdoors in April-May. Soak the seeds for 1 day in advance. Sow in moist soil and preferably cover with plastic with small air holes to maintain good moisture. <meta charset="utf-8">Seeds from Butterfly Pea often germinate irregularly; one seed can sometimes sprout a whole month earlier than another seed in the same sowing. If you want more control over the whole process, Butterfly Pea seeds are easy to germinate on a piece of moist paper. Place the paper in, for example, a food container with the lid slightly ajar – keep moist. Now you can easily see when each seed starts to sprout and gradually pick out seed by seed and sow in a small pot with soil. Characteristics: Life span: Perennial Light: sun Height: 150-300 cm Germination time: 10-20 days

Orchid Tree 'Candida' (Bauhinia variegata)

~~50 SEK~~ 40 SEK

SEEDS (5 pcs/bag) Common names: Orchid tree, Orchid Bauhinia, Camel’s foot tree, Mountain Ebony, Kachnar Scientific name: Bauhinia variegata 'Candida' / 'Alba' Family: Fabaceae Plant history & use: <meta charset="utf-8">The orchid tree, also known as orchid Bauhinia, is a beautifully flowering tree that belongs to the pea family. It originates from southern Asia and is known for its distinct and colorful flowers. The tree has received its name from the resemblance between its flowers and orchid flowers. <meta charset="utf-8">The flowers of the orchid tree are very fragrant – they have a honeysuckle-like scent. These seeds come from the 'Candida' variety with white flowers. Leaves and flower buds are edible. In India, the unopened flower buds, called Kachnar there, are used both to prepare curries and to make various pickles. This can be compared to how we here in Europe use the unopened flower buds from the <a href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/kapris-capparis-spinosa" title="Capers (Capparis spinosa)" style="color: #4e991d;" target="_blank">caper plant</a> to make pickles and consume. Oil can be extracted from the seeds of the orchid tree. There are also some medicinal uses for the plant. It is mainly the sap from the bark that is used. The tree thrives best in subtropical and tropical climates but can also manage in sheltered and sunny spots in temperate climates. Read more about cultivation below. Cultivation: The orchid tree originates from subtropical and tropical climates in southern Asia. However, it tolerates frost and temperatures as low as -7 degrees Celsius. If the tree is placed in a favorably sunny and wind-sheltered spot, it is theoretically possible to succeed with outdoor cultivation year-round in the most favorable parts of Sweden – including Skåne, Öland & Gotland. The indicated USDA zone for the tree is zone 8, which corresponds to the most favorable locations in Sweden’s zone 1. Read more about the relationship between <a title="Plant zones - Swedish zones & USDA zones in Sweden and the rest of Europe" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/pages/vaxtzoner-svenska-usda-europa" target="_blank">Swedish plant zones & USDA zones here</a>. To further protect the tree during the colder months, you can cover the base of the tree with straw or similar material to create a shield against wind, prevent radiation of soil warmth, and insulate against external cold intrusion. This can be done with virtually all trees that are on the edge of hardiness in attempts to succeed with outdoor wintering. Otherwise, you can always grow it in a pot that is brought indoors for the winter. Use a nutrient-rich, well-drained soil for your orchid tree. The orchid tree is somewhat sensitive to lime – add peat or another pH-lowering substrate to your soil if it is naturally lime-rich (higher pH values – 7.5 and above) to give the tree optimal conditions for successful growth. Acceptable values for the orchid tree are pH 5.5–7.5. The tree can be propagated by cuttings as well as seeds. Sowing: Soak the seeds for 1–2 days before sowing. <meta charset="utf-8">Preferably start indoors or in a greenhouse under about 1 cm layer of soil. Keep the sowing moist. The seeds are considered fast-germinating; it usually does not take more than about 1 week before the seeds start to sprout, although some of the seeds take longer. Characteristics: Lifespan: Perennial Growing position: sun / partial shade Height: 2–10 m Germination time: 1–4 weeks Plant zone: 1 (favorable locations)

Roman Liquorice Root (Glycyrrhiza echinata)

~~45 SEK~~ 36 SEK

SEEDS (6 pcs/bag) Common names: Roman Licorice Root, <meta charset="utf-8">Russian Licorice, German Licorice Scientific name: Glycyrrhiza echinata Family: Fabaceae Plant history & use: Characteristic of Roman Licorice Root is: <ul> <li> <meta charset="utf-8">Originally from southern Europe and parts of Asia.</li> <li>Has a long history as a medicinal plant and is used as a sweet treat.</li> <li>Used to produce Russian and German licorice.</li> <li>Hardy down to -20 ºC.</li> <li>Grows to a height of 1-2 meters.</li> </ul> <ul></ul> Licorice root has a long history both as a medicinal plant and as a sweet treat. Already in 4000 BC it was used by the Assyrians and since then licorice root has been used for, among other things, calming nerves, relieving colds, and fighting other viral infections. Licorice root was sold at pharmacies as medicine as late as the 1970s. <meta charset="utf-8">One of the most prominent uses of licorice root by our ancestors was chewing the root to keep teeth clean and healthy. This was done because the <meta charset="utf-8">substance glycyrrhizin found in the roots has antibacterial properties. It is also the substance that gives the sweet taste. However, glycyrrhizin is not metabolized in our bodies and can therefore, just like <a href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/stevia-sotflockel-stevia-rebaudiana" title="Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana)" style="color: #4e991d;" data-mce-style="color: #4e991d;" data-mce-href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/stevia-sotflockel-stevia-rebaudiana" target="_blank">Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana)</a>, be used as a blood sugar-friendly substitute for sugar. The root can be shredded and made into tea. You can also make a refreshing drink served with ice. <meta charset="utf-8">In Mongolia, the leaves of licorice root are used as a substitute for regular <a title="Tea (Camellia sinensis)" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/te-camellia-sinensis" data-mce-href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/te-camellia-sinensis" target="_blank">Tea (Camellia sinensis)</a>. The root can also be ground/crushed to cook your own licorice. Mix with sugar/syrup, flour, and anise in a pot and bring to a boil. Licorice root is also often used together with anise to flavor alcoholic beverages. Cultivation: Licorice root grows naturally in southern Europe and parts of Asia. The Roman Licorice Root is hardy down to -20 ºC. In most parts of Sweden, it can be grown outdoors year-round. To protect the plant during winter, cover the base with twigs, leaves, straw, or similar. By winter covering your plant, it is possible to create a place where it thrives even if your growing region lies outside its stated growing zone. <meta charset="utf-8">Licorice root can also be grown in a wide pot, placed outdoors during the warmer months and indoors during the colder months. In Sweden, it can be grown both in pots and in open ground but in the latter case must be winter covered with e.g. twigs, leaves, or straw. The roots, which are the part used for consumption, grow to meter lengths so a large pot is recommended for pot cultivation. It takes about 3 years for licorice root to be ready for harvest and during that time it grows into a fairly large bush. Licorice root thrives best in well-drained soil and locations with full sun. Sowing: The seeds can be sown outdoors <meta charset="utf-8">directly in open ground when the soil temperature is above 15 ºC. You can also start seedlings indoors throughout the year. Place in a bright window. <meta charset="utf-8">Soak the seeds for 1 day before sowing. Cover the seeds with a thin layer of soil and keep the sowing moist. Characteristics: Lifespan: Perennial Growing site: sun Height: 1-2 m Germination time: 1-3 months Growing zone: 1-3

White Butterfly Pea Filled Flower (Clitoria ternatea)

~~50 SEK~~ 40 SEK

SEEDS (10 pcs/bag) Common names: White Butterfly Pea, White Sail Pea, White <meta charset="utf-8">Klitoria, White Butterfly Pea Scientific name: Clitoria <meta charset="utf-8">ternatea Family: Fabaceae Plant history & use: White variant of the more common <a href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/bla-himmelsart-clitoria-ternatea" title="Blue Butterfly Pea (Clitoria ternatea)" style="color: #4e991d;" target="_blank">Blue Butterfly Pea</a>. This variant has double flowers. A large climbing plant with edible flowers. Can be grown as a cover crop against fences or as ground cover. In Asia, tea is made directly from the flowers. Sometimes it is mixed with lemon grass, honey, and lime. Butterfly Pea is also used in traditional medicine as a relaxant and memory enhancer. As a comparison, one can think that tea made from Butterfly Pea is used in Asia in the same way we use chamomile tea in Sweden. Like the <a title="Winged Bean (Psophocarpus tetragonolobus)" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/goabona-vingbona-psophocarpus-tetragonolobus" target="_blank">Winged Bean</a> Butterfly Pea is regenerative for the soil by fixing nitrogen from air pores in the soil and works well as ground cover. However, Butterfly Pea is generally not hardy in Sweden, unlike the Winged Bean. Cultivation: Butterfly Pea is a sun-loving, fast-growing plant that quickly establishes itself if it has something to climb on. Growing in pots is recommended if you want it to be perennial in Sweden. Overwinter frost-free. Can grow in both moist and dry soils. Thrives surprisingly well in heavy clay soils. For pot cultivation, a humus-rich soil with good drainage should be used. Pinch branches for a bushier growth habit. Sowing: Pre-cultivate indoors early in the year, or sow outdoors in April-May. Soak the seeds for 1 day in advance. Sow in moist soil and preferably cover with plastic with small air holes to maintain good moisture. <meta charset="utf-8">Seeds from Butterfly Pea often germinate irregularly; one seed can sometimes sprout a whole month earlier than another seed in the same sowing. If you want more control over the whole process, Butterfly Pea seeds are easy to germinate on a piece of moist paper. Place the paper in, for example, a food container with the lid slightly ajar – keep moist. Now you can easily see when each seed starts to sprout and gradually pick out seed by seed and sow in a small pot with soil. Characteristics: Longevity: Perennial Light: sun Height: 150-300 cm Germination time: 10-20 days

Purple Bauhinia / Orchid Tree (Bauhinia purpurea)

~~50 SEK~~ 40 SEK

SEEDS (5 pcs/bag) Common names: Purple Bauhinia, Camel's Foot Tree, Purple Bauhinia, Butterfly Tree, Hawaiian Orchid Tree Scientific name: Bauhinia purpurea Family: Fabaceae Plant history & use: The Purple Bauhinia is a beautiful tree with abundant purple-colored flowers. The flowers have a scent similar to honeysuckle. The tree originates from the area around India and Myanmar. Like the <a href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/orkidetrad-orkidebauhinia-bauhinia-variegata" title="Orchid Tree / Orchid Bauhinia 'Candida' (Bauhinia variegata)" target="_blank">Orchid Tree (Bauhinia variegata)</a>, the flower buds, flowers, young leaves, and young seed pods of the Purple Bauhinia are edible. You can pickle the unopened flower buds in a way similar to how we pickle <a href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/kapris-capparis-spinosa" title="Capers (Capparis spinosa)" target="_blank">Capers</a> in Europe. They can also be added to stews and made into various types of salsa. The flower buds are called Kachnar in Indian - this is also the search term used if you want to find recipes for using the unopened flower buds. Seed pods are boiled and eaten as a vegetable on the side. Seeds can be fried or roasted in a pan for consumption. In Southeast Asia, the Purple Bauhinia is also used to soothe swellings, bruises, and to heal wounds. In India, the leaves are used to make a type of cough medicine. Cultivation: The Purple Bauhinia originates from subtropical and tropical climates in southern Asia. The Purple Bauhinia is not as frost-hardy as the <meta charset="utf-8"><a href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/orkidetrad-orkidebauhinia-bauhinia-variegata" title="Orchid Tree / Orchid Bauhinia 'Candida' (Bauhinia variegata)" data-mce-fragment="1" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/orkidetrad-orkidebauhinia-bauhinia-variegata">Orchid Tree</a>, but it does tolerate frost. On younger trees, leaves may be damaged by frost and fall off, but the tree recovers during the growing season. In Sweden, it is recommended to grow it in a pot that is kept above freezing during winter. If you have several trees, live in the warmer parts of the country, and want to experiment with the limits, you should choose a sheltered and sunny location and cover the base of the tree with straw or similar material over winter. This insulates the tree against the worst cold. Regardless, it is advantageous to let the tree overwinter above freezing the first year to allow it to grow as strong as possible before planting out the following year. The Purple Bauhinia prefers nutrient-rich, well-drained soils with plenty of organic material and a neutral to slightly alkaline pH: 6.5-7.5. Ordinary planting soil works well. The tree can be propagated by cuttings as well as seeds. Sowing: Soak the seeds for 1-2 days before sowing. <meta charset="utf-8">Preferably start indoors or in a greenhouse under about 1 cm of soil. Keep the sowing moist. The seeds are considered fast-germinating; it usually takes no more than about 1 week before the seeds begin to sprout, although some seeds take longer. Characteristics: Lifespan: Perennial Light: sun / partial shade Height: 2-10 m Germination time: 1-4 weeks

Yard Long Bean 'Bicolor' / Asparagus Bean (Vigna sesquipedalis)

~~40 SEK~~ 32 SEK

SEEDS (10 pcs/bag) Common names: Long bean 'Bicolor', Asparagus bean, Meter bean, Snake Bean, Bodi Scientific name: Vigna unguiculata subsp. sesquipedalis Family: Fabaceae Plant history & use: A black-spotted/camouflage-colored variety of the long bean. 'Bicolor' is a high-yielding sort: produces plenty of beans that grow up to 70 cm. Usually used and prepared similarly to green beans – that is, the bean pods are harvested while immature to be boiled or eaten raw. The long bean is very tasty raw, unlike many other snap beans, thanks to its crisp texture and full, nutty flavor. You can also leave the bean pods on the plant until fully ripe and cook the dry beans inside the pod in the same way as, for example, kidney beans. Long beans should be eaten raw alongside other dishes, cooked in stir-fries, stews, or made into salads. A popular example is in papaya salad (Som Tam) where the raw beans are cut into 2-3 cm long pieces and mixed with shredded papaya and other ingredients. Cultivation: Thrives in warmth & direct sun, prefers high humidity but it is not a requirement. Relatively drought-resistant once the plant is established. Can be grown both outdoors and in greenhouses. Use a loose and well-drained soil. If you can provide soil with a slightly acidic pH value (5.5-7.5) it is an advantage. As a legume, the long bean fixes its own nitrogen in the soil and does not necessarily need additional fertilization. The long bean is a so-called pole bean and has a climbing growth habit. Give it some space and something to climb on to encourage strong growth and fruit setting. When mature and the temperature is around 27-32 °C the long bean grows vigorously and produces abundantly. Prune the tips of side shoots for a plentiful harvest. Harvest 2-3 months after germination. Flowers vary from pink to lavender in color. Sowing: Can be sown directly outdoors / in greenhouse when soil temperature has reached over 15 °C. Alternatively, start indoors for planting out in late spring. Keep sowing warm and moist. Characteristics: Lifespan: Annual Growing position: sun Height: 125-200 cm Germination time: 1-2 weeks

Yunnan Liquorice Root (Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis)

~~45 SEK~~ 36 SEK

SEEDS (6 pcs/bag) Common name: Yunnan Licorice Scientific name: Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis Family: Fabaceae Plant history & use: <meta charset="utf-8">Characteristic of Yunnan Licorice is: <ul> <li> <meta charset="utf-8">Originally from Yunnan province in China.</li> <li>Has medicinal use within traditional Chinese medicine.</li> <li>Hardy down to -20 ºC. Slightly less frost-resistant than our other licorice root varieties.</li> <li>Thrives in moist and shady areas.</li> <li>Grows to a height of 1-2 meters.</li> </ul> Licorice root has a long history both as a medicinal plant and as a sweet treat. Already in 4000 BC it was used by the Assyrians and since then licorice root has been used for, among other things, calming nerves, relieving colds, and fighting other viral infections. Licorice root was sold at pharmacies as medicine as late as the 1970s. <meta charset="utf-8">One of the most prominent uses of licorice root by our ancestors was chewing the root to keep teeth clean and healthy. This was done because the <meta charset="utf-8">substance glycyrrhizin found in the roots has antibacterial properties. It is also the substance that contributes the sweet taste. Glycyrrhizin is not metabolized in our bodies and can therefore, just like <a href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/stevia-sotflockel-stevia-rebaudiana" title="Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana)" style="color: #4e991d;" data-mce-style="color: #4e991d;" data-mce-href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/stevia-sotflockel-stevia-rebaudiana" target="_blank">Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana)</a>, be used as a blood sugar-friendly substitute for sugar. The root can be shredded and made into tea. You can also make a refreshing drink served with ice. <meta charset="utf-8">In Mongolia, the leaves of licorice root are used as a substitute for regular <a title="Tea (Camellia sinensis)" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/te-camellia-sinensis" data-mce-href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/te-camellia-sinensis" target="_blank">Tea (Camellia sinensis)</a>. The root can also be ground/crushed to cook your own licorice. Mix with sugar/syrup, flour, and anise in a pot and bring to a boil. Licorice root is also often used together with anise to flavor alcoholic beverages. Cultivation: Licorice root grows naturally in southern Europe and parts of Asia. Licorice root is hardy down to -20 ºC. In most parts of Sweden, it can be grown outdoors year-round. To protect the plant during winter, cover the base with twigs, leaves, straw, or similar. By winter-covering your plant, it is possible to create a place where it thrives even if your growing region lies outside its stated growing zone. <meta charset="utf-8">Licorice root can also be grown in a wide pot, placed outdoors during the warmer months and indoors during the colder months. In Sweden, it can be grown both in pots and in open ground but in the latter case must be winter-covered with, for example, twigs, leaves, or straw. The roots, which are the part used for consumption, grow to meter-long, so a large pot is recommended for pot cultivation. It takes about 3 years for licorice root to be ready for harvest and during that time it grows into a fairly large bush. Licorice root thrives best in well-drained soil and locations with full sun. Sowing: The seeds can be sown outdoors <meta charset="utf-8">directly in open ground when the soil temperature is above 15 ºC. You can also start seedlings indoors throughout the year. Place in a bright window. <meta charset="utf-8">Soak the seeds for 1 day before sowing. Cover the seeds with a thin layer of soil and keep the sowing moist. Characteristics: Lifespan: Perennial Growing position: sun Height: 1-2 m Germination time: 1-3 months Growing zone: 1-3

White Butterfly Pea Double Petals (Clitoria ternatea)

~~50 SEK~~ 40 SEK

SEEDS (10 pcs/bag) Common names: White Butterfly Pea, White Sail Pea, White <meta charset="utf-8">Klitoria, White Butterfly Pea Scientific name: Clitoria <meta charset="utf-8">ternatea Family: Fabaceae Plant history & use: White variety of the more common <a href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/bla-himmelsart-clitoria-ternatea" title="Blue Butterfly Pea (Clitoria ternatea)" style="color: #4e991d;" target="_blank">Blue Butterfly Pea</a>. This variety has double petals. Large climbing plant with edible flowers. Can be grown as a cover crop against fences or as ground cover. In Asia, tea is made directly from the flowers. Sometimes it is mixed with lemongrass, honey, and lime. Butterfly Pea is also used in traditional medicine as a relaxant and memory enhancer. As a comparison, tea made from Butterfly Pea is used in Asia in the same way chamomile tea is used in Sweden. Like the <a title="Winged Bean (Psophocarpus tetragonolobus)" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/goabona-vingbona-psophocarpus-tetragonolobus" target="_blank">Winged Bean</a>, Butterfly Pea is regenerative for the soil by fixing nitrogen from air pores in the ground and works well as ground cover. However, Butterfly Pea is generally not hardy in Sweden, unlike the Winged Bean. Cultivation: Butterfly Pea is a sun-loving, fast-growing plant that quickly establishes itself if given something to climb on. Growing in pots is recommended if you want Butterfly Pea to become perennial in Sweden. Overwinter frost-free. Can grow in both moist and dry soils. Thrives surprisingly well in heavy clay soils. For pot cultivation, a humus-rich soil with good drainage should be used. Pinch branches for a bushier growth habit. Sowing: Start indoors early in the year, or sow outdoors in April-May. Soak seeds for 1 day in advance. Sow in moist soil and preferably cover with plastic with small air holes to maintain good moisture. Seeds of Butterfly Pea often germinate irregularly; one seed can sprout a whole month earlier than another seed in the same sowing. If you want more control over the process, Butterfly Pea seeds are easy to germinate on a piece of moist paper. Place the paper in, for example, a food container with the lid slightly open – keep moist. Now you can easily see when each seed starts to sprout and gradually pick out seed by seed and plant in a small pot with soil. Characteristics: Lifespan: Perennial Light: sun Height: 150-300 cm Germination time: 10-30 days

White Orchid Tree / White Dwarf Bauhinia (Bauhinia acuminata)

~~50 SEK~~ 40 SEK

SEEDS (10pcs/bag) Common names: White Dwarf Bauhinia, White Orchid Tree, Snowy Orchid Tree Scientific name: Bauhinia acuminata Family: Fabaceae Plant history & use: White Dwarf Bauhinia is a small-grown species in the same genus as <a style="color: #4e991d;" title="Orchid tree / Orchid Bauhinia 'Candida' (Bauhinia variegata)" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/collections/sommarens-nya-sorter/products/orkidetrad-orkidebauhinia-bauhinia-variegata" target="_blank">the Orchid Tree</a> and <a title="Purple Bauhinia (Bauhinia purpurea)" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/collections/sommarens-nya-sorter/products/purpurbauhinia-bauhinia-purpurea" style="color: #4e991d;" target="_blank">Purple Bauhinia</a> with origins somewhere around the Malay Archipelago. The flowers smell sweet and delicious. A common hedge and park plant in the tropics. In Java, the roots are used to treat coughs and colds. The roots are placed in a cold mixture of alcohol and water and then drunk. In India, a decoction is made of the leaves and bark to treat asthma. This plant works in symbiosis with bacteria in the soil to fix nitrogen from the air (air pores in soil). Culture: This species probably has a slightly lower hardiness than the Orchid Tree and the Purpurbauhinian , but at the same time is the species best suited for growing in pots due to its size. Leave outside during the warmer months and move for frost-free wintering. However, it can handle some minus degrees (about -6ºC) for shorter periods. Cultivated in a well-drained and loamy soil. Place in full sun to partial shade. Thrives well in greenhouses. Sowing: Soak the seeds for 1-2 days before sowing. Preferably sow indoors or in a greenhouse under a 1 cm layer of soil. Keep the seed moist. The seeds can be considered fast-growing, it usually does not take more than about 1 week before the seeds start to germinate, some of the seeds take longer. Characteristics: Age: Perennial Plant position: shade/semi-shade/sun Height: 2-3 m Germination time: 1-3 weeks