Medicinal plants

Lemon basil (Ocimum x africanum)

~~35 SEK~~ 28 SEK

Stevia / Candyleaf (Stevia rebaudiana)

~~40 SEK~~ 32 SEK

<h4 data-mce-fragment="1">SEEDS (20pcs/bag)</h4> Common names: Stevia, <meta charset="utf-8">Candyleaf, Sweetleaf, Sugarleaf Scientific name: Stevia rebaudiana Family: Asteraceae <h4 data-mce-fragment="1">Plant history & use:</h4> Stevia has <meta charset="utf-8">for centuries been used for its sweetening properties, i.a. in South America to sweeten teas. The plant's sweetness comes from the substances stevioside and rebaudioside and is approximately 200 times sweeter than regular sugar. The leaves are used either fresh or dried, powdered or in liquid form. Suitable for sweetening teas and pastries. Or as a snack. <h4 data-mce-fragment="1">Cultivation:</h4> Stevia is a perennial, heat-loving herb that grows to around 60 cm tall. Grows preferably in bright positions and in moist and well-drained soil. For year-round harvest, the plant is overwintered frost-free. It is said that you should harvest the leaves early in the morning to obtain the highest possible glycoside content in the leaves. Sowing: Sow the seeds on top of moist seed starting soil and lightly press the seeds down against the soil surface. Cover the pot with the seeds with plastic provided with small aerating holes. Keep the soil moist. Characteristics: Lifespan: Perennial Location: Sun Height: 60 cm Germination Time: 10-30 days USDA Zone: 8-11

Noni (Morinda citrifolia)

~~40 SEK~~ 32 SEK

SEEDS (10pcs/bag) <div title="Page 2" class="page"> <div class="section"> <div class="layoutArea"> <div class="column"> Common names: Noni, Indian Mulberry, Indian Svovltræ Scientific name: Morinda citrifolia Family: Rubiaceae Plant history & use: The noni tree is mainly known as a medicinal plant. The plant originates from Southeast Asia but has spread across the Pacific region via ancient Polynesian sailors. Various parts of the plant, such as fruit, leaves, roots and rhizome have been used in traditional Polynesian medicine for over 2000 years. The fruit is also rich in antioxidants and is considered to strengthen the immune system. Noni juice is a popular product on the market thanks to its reputed health benefits. The fruit has a very mild taste before it reaches full maturity and is eaten in Asia & Polynesia either raw with salt, as an addition to salads or cooked in various curries. The leaves are also added to various curries prepared with coconut milk. Roasted seeds can be eaten as is. You can also press fresh seeds to extract oil. During times of famine, Nonin's various plant parts are often eaten as a staple food as it grows luxuriantly in its natural environment. For this reason, Noni is sometimes referred to as "starvation food". <div class="page" title="Page 2"> <div class="section"> <div class="layoutArea"> <div class="column"> Natural dyes are also extracted from the plant. The bark from the trunk is used in Java to make batik. In Hawaii, yellow dyes from the root are used to dye clothes. Culture: Use a well-drained and loamy soil. Fertilize with compost. </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="column"> Able to grow in both sun and partial shade. Drought resistant when the plant is well rooted. Cultivated as "edible hedge" in its natural environment. Harvest fruits when soft and white. Sowing: Soak the seeds 1 day in advance. Sow in moist soil and preferably cover the seed with plastic with small air holes in it to maintain even moisture. Characteristics: Age: Perennial Plant position: sun / partial shade Height: 3-6 meters Germination time: 4-6 weeks </div> </div> </div> </div>

Papaya 'HOLLAND' (Carica papaya)

~~40 SEK~~ 32 SEK

SEEDS (15pcs/bag) <div data-mce-fragment="1" class="page" title="Page 2"> <div data-mce-fragment="1" class="section"> <div data-mce-fragment="1" class="layoutArea"> <div data-mce-fragment="1" class="column"> Common name: Papaya 'HOLLAND' Scientific name: Carica papaya Family: Caricaceae Plant history & use: The 'HOLLAND' papaya variety is known as one of the tastiest and sweetest varieties of papaya. It has a red, juicy flesh inside and a mild, balanced flavor. <meta charset="utf-8"> <meta charset="utf-8"> 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 widely grown fruits in tropical countries. Papaya has a unique taste that is reminiscent of a mix of melon and passion fruit. <meta charset="utf-8"> 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 fruit, like carrots. Papaya fruit also contains high levels of vitamin C, folate, and the antioxidant beta-carotene. The papaya tree has an almost cress-like aroma that is found in almost all parts of the plant - leaves, stem, fruit skin and seeds, as well as the unripe fruits. You could almost think that it is a large cress plant with fruit. However, the taste is not noticeable in the fully ripe fruits. Papaya and its plant parts have long been used in traditional medicine for a variety of purposes. Papaya seeds have been used for digestive problems, and the sap from the tree has been used to treat parasitic infections due to its antiparasitic properties. Papaya sap has also been used as an anesthetic . <div data-mce-fragment="1" title="Page 2" class="page"> <div data-mce-fragment="1" class="section"> <div data-mce-fragment="1" class="layoutArea"> <div data-mce-fragment="1" class="column"> Culture: The papaya tree is one of the fastest growing fruit trees in its natural tropical environment, where it bears fruit as early as 4-6 months after planting. The papaya tree thrives best in warm, humid environments. In Sweden, the climate is not as permissive, but when grown in greenhouses and thanks to papaya's fast-growing properties, it is probably the easiest tropical fruit to harvest within a short period of 1-2 years. <meta charset="utf-8"> Use a well-drained soil with a high level of organic matter. Provide plenty of water during fruit formation. Natural fertilizer is recommended as early as 4-6 weeks after seed germination. Sowing: The seeds are easy to sow and grow quickly. Place the seeds in the soil with the tip down and cover them with a thin layer of soil. Water regularly and keep the soil moist but not wet. Features: </div> <div data-mce-fragment="1" class="column"> </div> <div data-mce-fragment="1" class="column"> Year: Perennial </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div data-mce-fragment="1" class="column"> Growing position: full sun Height: 2-10 meters Germination time: 2-6 weeks </div> </div> </div> </div>

Korean Ginseng (Panax ginseng)

~~65 SEK~~ 52 SEK

<h4 data-mce-fragment="1">SEEDS (5pcs/bag)</h4> Common names: Korean Ginseng, Asian (Korean, Chinese, Japanese) Ginseng, Rénshēn, Insam, Ninjin Scientific name: Panax ginseng Family: Araliaceae <h4 data-mce-fragment="1">Plant history & use:</h4> Panax ginseng , also known as Korean Ginseng, has a long and rich history as an important herb in traditional Asian medicine. Its medicinal properties and adaptogenic abilities have made it popular worldwide for its potential health benefits. This plant is considered an adaptogen, meaning it can help the body adapt to stress and promote balanced and healthy physical and mental health. Korean Ginseng is often used to improve stamina, reduce fatigue and boost cognitive functions. <meta charset="utf-8"> Korean Ginseng is often used in various dietary supplements. Its roots have long been sought after for their health-promoting abilities and are also used dried in the form of tea, extract and powder. Ginseng tea is considered calming and can help reduce stress and improve sleep quality. <h4>Cultivation:</h4> Korean Ginseng is a perennial plant that thrives best in shady and moist environments. To mimic its natural habitat, it should be grown in a well-drained, moist soil with a pH level of around 5.5 to 6.5. It also prefers to grow in a cooler environment and can therefore thrive in shady areas, e.g. under trees and bushes. To visualize its optimal environment, think: ground vegetation in a forest grove. Korean Ginseng is very cold-resistant and can survive the winter in our Nordic climate. Plants are generally slow growing, but they can live to be over 100 years old. Harvesting of roots is usually done after year 4, which is also the year that plants usually flower and set seed. Of course, you can also wait to harvest even longer. <h4 data-mce-fragment="1">Sowing:</h4> <h4><a> </a></h4> <a></a><meta charset="utf-8">Place seeds in sand/sowing soil. Start by keeping the seed warm and moist at around +18 to +22°C for 2-4 weeks. Then you give the seed to a cold period (the fridge works well) for another 4-6 weeks. You can also consider sowing outdoors in the open field, in cold benches or cold greenhouses. This has proven successful even as late as March, April and May. Germination can take anywhere from 3 to 18 months. It must be a long and irregular process, but also an exciting one. <h4 data-mce-fragment="1">Characteristics:</h4> Lifespan: Perennial Location: Shady & moist Height: 30-60 cm Germination Time: 3-18 months

Common Comfrey (Symphytum officinale)

~~40 SEK~~ 32 SEK

SEEDS (10 pcs/bag) Common name: True Comfrey Scientific name: Symphytum officinale Family: Boraginaceae Plant history & use: True Comfrey has historically been a well-used plant in the treatment of various ailments. But above all, it is a very effective accumulator of nutrients, meaning a good soil improver. Comfrey grows quickly and its roots are deep-reaching, giving 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, and others. The leaves of comfrey can be cut down during the year and used as mulch, or alternatively dug into the soil, to make the nutrients available to other plants. Comfrey leaves are well suited as fertilizer for fruit trees and berry bushes thanks to their content of potassium and phosphorus. Comfrey has a long growing season, from early winter to late autumn. If the leaves are not cut down before winter, they wither and similarly provide a nutrient boost to the soil they grow on. New leaves begin to grow on the plant immediately after the snow melts. You can also make your own liquid fertilizer from comfrey by filling a container with the leaves and then filling it with water to the brim. Let it stand for a couple of days and then mix the fertilizer water with 10 parts water to water the plants with. Effective as an edge plant by manure heaps to prevent nutrient leakage, but also as an edge plant around crops and other places where you do not want weeds to spread. Comfrey’s dense root system acts like an underground wall, making it difficult for other roots to penetrate. Comfrey creates an attractive environment for other plants in the cultivation – whether it is to attract pollinators or to serve as a natural fertilizer. Cultivation: Comfrey is a herbaceous perennial. It thus remains in place even after the leaves have withered during winter. It is an incredibly easy-care plant and tolerant in choice of growing place. It can grow in shade as well as wet ground and is therefore an effective component in flooded and waterlogged soils. It also thrives well in drier soils in sunny places, although it prefers a somewhat moist environment. Sowing: Sow indoors or outdoors. If germination has not occurred after one month when sown indoors, place the sowing in the fridge for a month and then bring it back to room temperature, or alternatively place it outside during spring and summer. Can also be sown outdoors in autumn to give the seeds a “real winter.” The seeds then germinate in spring. Characteristics: Lifespan: Perennial Growing position: shade/partial shade/sun Height: 50-100 cm Germination time: 1-12 months Hardiness zone: 1-6

White Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa)

~~45 SEK~~ 36 SEK

SEEDS (10pcs/bag) Common names: White Roselle, White Rosell hibiscus, White Sorrel Scientific name: Hibiscus sabdariffa Family: Malvaceae Plant history & use: Unlike the more commonly known red roselle hibiscus, the white roselle hibiscus has<meta charset="utf-8"> green-white sepals (what is normally referred to as the "fruit" of roselle hibiscus) more deep yellow flowers and green stem. The fruits are also smaller with white roselle, but the total yield is higher than from regular red roselle. The fruits and leaves are used in the same way as fruit and leaves from ordinary roselle - however, the juice becomes transparent / amber colored instead of the deep red color of ordinary roselle. Hibiscus sabdariffa originated in Africa and spread from there to Asia and the Caribbean. Most popularly used to make juice (Agua de Jamaica) from the fresh sepals, but you can also let them dry to make hibiscus tea. <meta charset="utf-8">Dried sepals are also used as a flavoring agent for Gin. The fresh leaves can also be used as a sour addition in salads or in soups of an Asian character. In Asia, the leaves are usually fried, made into soup or used for prepared dishes with e.g. fish, chicken and beef. Roselle is also often used for its health-enhancing properties. Culture: Roselle thrives in bright locations. Grow indoors in a bright window and feel free to move outside in the summers. Alternatively, sow the seeds directly in open ground when the risk of frost is over. Roselle is grown commercially in one-year periods. In nature, however, the plant is perennial and it can also become so when grown at home. Wintering in a bright location is a prerequisite for perennials in Sweden. Grows into a small tree / tall shrub. Sowing: Soak the seeds 1 day in advance. Sow in moist soil and preferably cover with plastic with small holes in it to retain moisture. Optimum temperature for rapid germination is between 25-30 ºC , but the seeds germinate even at 20+ ºC . If necessary, use a heating mat for better germination conditions. Characteristics: Age: Perennial Plant position: sun Height: up to 2 meters Germination time: 7-30 days

Holy Basil 'Temperate Tulsi' (Ocimum africanum)

~~40 SEK~~ 32 SEK

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 <a style="color: rgb(78, 153, 29);" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/helig-basilika-ocimum-tenuiflorum" title="Holy Basil / Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum)" target="_blank">O. tenuiflorum</a> 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<meta charset="utf-8"> <a title="Holy Basil / Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum)" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/helig-basilika-ocimum-tenuiflorum" style="color: rgb(78, 153, 29);" target="_blank">O. tenuiflorum</a> . '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<meta charset="utf-8"> <a title="Holy Basil / Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum)" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/helig-basilika-ocimum-tenuiflorum" style="color: rgb(78, 153, 29);" target="_blank">O. tenuiflorum</a> . 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<meta charset="utf-8"> <a title="Holy Basil / Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum)" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/helig-basilika-ocimum-tenuiflorum" style="color: rgb(78, 153, 29);" target="_blank">O. tenuiflorum</a> . 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

Japanese Raisin Tree (Hovenia dulcis)

~~50 SEK~~ 40 SEK

SEEDS (20pcs/bag) 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. Sowing: NOTE: These seeds have been stratified (cold period) and can therefore be sown immediately after receipt. Sow the seeds in moist soil. Cover with a thin layer (about 1 cm) of soil. Keep the seeds moist. For some seeds, germination can occur as late as a year later, i.e. another cold period later. Features: Year: Perennial Growing position: sun / light shade Height: 4-30 m Germination time: 1-12 months Growing zone: 1-4

Kariyat (King of Bitters)

~~35 SEK~~ 28 SEK

African Cabbage / Spiderwisp (Cleome gynandra)

~~35 SEK~~ 28 SEK

SEEDS (50pcs/bag) Common Names: African Cabbage, Spiderwisp,<meta charset="utf-8"> Shona Cabbage, African Cabbage, African Spider Flower Scientific name: Cleome gynandra Family: Cleomaceae  SEEDS (50pcs/bag) Common name: Spiderwisp, African cabbage, Shona cabbage, African Spider Flower, Cat's whiskers, Chinsaga, Maman, Stinkweed Scientific name: Cleome gynandra Family: Cleomaceae Plant history & use: Leaves and shoots are used for stuffing/pickling and eaten as a side dish. They can also be cooked and eaten like spinach or added to stews. The whole plant is rich in vitamins and above-ground plant parts have a peppery, mustard-like taste. Ground seeds can be used as a substitute for mustard. Also grown in conjunction with other crops for its pest repelling properties. Liquid from leaves and roots is used to relieve earaches etc. Culture: Thrives best in an airy, well-drained and nutrient-rich soil in warm and sunny locations. African Cabbage is drought tolerant but thrives best in moist soils. Sowing: Sow directly outdoors when the risk of frost is over, alternatively pre-cultivate indoors early in the year. Cover the seeds with a very thin layer of soil. Characteristics: Duration: One year Plant position: sun / partial shade Height: 60 cm Germination time: 5-14 days

Common Soapwort (Saponaria officinalis)

~~35 SEK~~ 28 SEK

SEEDS (50 pcs/bag) Common names: Soapwort, Soaproot, Soap herb Scientific name: Saponaria officinalis Family: Caryophyllaceae Plant history & use: Soapwort is used, as the name suggests, as soap, shampoo, and detergent. Soapwort is a native useful plant that in traditional Sweden was often used both for washing textiles and personal hygiene. Today it is used in treatments against acne. The whole plant is useful, that is, flowers, leaves, roots, and stem. Soapwort contains fat-dissolving substances that foam together with water. The highest concentration of these fat-dissolving substances is found in the root. The foaming liquid can then be used for washing, as shampoo & soap, or as a general cleaning agent. <meta charset="utf-8">Despite its toxicity, Saponaria officinalis is used in cooking. It acts as an emulsifier in commercial tahini production and helps create a light foam in beer brewing. In the Middle East, the root is used as an additive in making halvah to stabilize the oils and give the unique texture that halvah is known for.<meta charset="utf-8"> The flowers smell sweet in the evenings and are diligent in attracting pollinators. Cultivation: Since Soapwort is adapted to the Swedish climate, it is not difficult to grow it outdoors here. It thrives in most soils, with slightly clayey soils being best. Sun/partial shade are good locations. It grows 30-100 cm tall depending on the growing site. Soapwort can spread extensively through underground runners. So choose carefully where you plant it. Preferably fenced and alone if you do not want it to take over the cultivation. Sowing: Sow directly at the growing site or start indoors. 1 cm deep. Keep the sowing moist when growing indoors. If germination does not occur within a month, place the sowing in the fridge for about a month. Alternatively, sow outdoors in pots or in the ground from September to November. The seeds will germinate the following spring. Characteristics: Lifespan: Perennial Growing site: sun/partial shade Height: 30-100 cm Germination time: 1-3 months Growing zone: 1-5

Red Shiso / Spearmint (Perilla frutescens var. crispa)

~~40 SEK~~ 32 SEK

SEEDS (30pcs/bag) Common Names : Red Shiso, Leaf Mint, Chinese Mint, Veripeippi, Sesame Sauvage, Schwarznessel, Wilder Sesam, Beefsteak Plant, Shiso Zoku, Bai Su Zi Scientific name : Perilla frutescens var. crispa Family : Lamiaceae Plant history & use : Shiso, or Spearmint as the herb is called in Swedish, originates from the Far East: Korea, Japan, China, etc. Its natural habitat is from the Himalayas to eastern Asia where it often grows wild in moist, open woodland. Both seeds, leaves and young shoots/plants are used as a spice. The taste may be considered unfamiliar to Western palates at first, some people detect cinnamon, others coriander or citrus. Shoots or young plants are added to salads, while older leaves are often used as a garnish or seasoning. However, the uses of Shiso are wide-ranging. Larger leaves can be used to wrap bulgogi , a Korean beef dish. Leaves from purple-colored Shiso varieties are used in Japan to color and flavor pickles: e.g. ginger and plum. Older leaves can also be salted and used to flavor tofu and as a garnish for tempura . Since the leaves have a "curry-like" flavor, they are an ingredient in many soups and stews. It is also common to make dishes with steamed Shiso leaves, e.g. Perilla Leaf Kimchi . The leaves can also be dried for later use. Unopened flower buds are used as a garnish for soups and other dishes, eaten fresh in salads, pickled (like <a rel="noopener" style="color: #4e991d;" title="Caper seeds (Capparis spinosa)" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/kapris-capparis-spinosa" target="_blank">capers</a> ) or stir-fried with other vegetables . The seeds can be sprinkled over salads and dishes. They are one of the ingredients in the well-known spice mixtures 'Shichimi' and 'Seven Spice'. Energy bars are also made with Shiso seeds. It is the seeds from the purple-colored Shiso varieties that are preferred for culinary use. U From the seeds, you can also extract so-called perilla oil , which is used in industrial contexts - for example, in perfumery and dental care products, as well as in the paper and paint industries. However, the oil is also used for culinary purposes as a flavoring for sweets and various sauces. From the seeds, you can also extract an oil that is effectively used to treat wood, similar to linseed oil. The seeds contain approximately 21.5% protein, 43.4% fat, 11.3% carbohydrate, 4.4% minerals of various kinds. The seeds of Shison are also rich in linolenic acid (ALA). Shiso is a valued medicinal plant in oriental medicine, where it is described as a pungent, aromatic and warming herb. Both the leaves, stems and seeds are used . The leaves are used in the treatment of colds, respiratory infections, vomiting, abdominal pain, etc. (Yeung. Him-Che.). The seeds are antiasthmatic, cough suppressant, emollient and expectorant. The juice from the leaves is applied to cuts and wounds (Manandhar. NP). Extracts from the plant are used internally in the treatment of asthma, colds and chills, nausea, abdominal pain, food poisoning and allergic reactions (especially those from shellfish), bronchitis and constipation (Duke. JA and Ayensu. ES). The stems are a traditional Chinese remedy for morning sickness (Bown. D.). Extracts of the herb have recently begun to be used in the Western world, against certain allergies and as an alternative to antibiotics and cortisone. In the last 20 years or so, there has been interest in the herb's effect on asthma (Almark L. & Flising L. - Swedish Herbal Society). Cultivation : Does best in a light, moisture-retaining soil in a sunny location. Shison is not frost-resistant so it needs to be overwintered frost-free if you want to grow it as a perennial. Otherwise, it is suitable for growing as an annual due to its high growth rate. Easy to grow, like most other plants in the Lamiaceae family: <a style="color: #4e991d;" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/search?q=Lamiaceae" title="Search results for Lamiaceae - Garden day" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Greek Mountain Tea, Holy Basil, Tree Basil, Thai Basil, Lemon Basil</a> . <a rel="noopener" title="Growing zones - Swedish zones & USDA zones in Sweden and the rest of the world" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/pages/vaxtzoner-svenska-usda-europa" target="_blank">USDA zone</a> is stated to be 7-10. The approximate translation from USDA zone 7-8 to our Swedish system is growing zone 1-2. However, since the systems are not measured in the same way, they are not directly translatable. Experiments can be done at your own risk, there is a chance that the roots of the plants can overwinter in the mildest parts of the country, even if the above-ground part freezes during the winter. Sowing : Pre-cultivate indoors, or sow outdoors in late spring when the soil is warm. The seeds are light-germinating - therefore cover the seeds with an extremely thin layer of soil or do not cover at all. Keep the seeds moist.<meta charset="utf-8"> One way to maintain good humidity is to cover the seed with plastic with air holes. Optimal germination temperature is 18-25 °C. Features : Annuality: Perennial in warmer climates, otherwise annual Growing position: sun Height: 60-100 cm Germination time: 5-15 days <a href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/pages/vaxtzoner-svenska-usda-europa" title="Growing zones - Swedish zones & USDA zones in Sweden and the rest of the world" rel="noopener" data-mce-href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/pages/vaxtzoner-svenska-usda-europa" target="_blank" data-mce-fragment="1">USDA zone</a> : 7-10

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

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

Mexican Basil / Cinnamon Basil 'Cinnamon' (Ocimum basilicum)

~~35 SEK~~ 28 SEK

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)