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Eastern Redbud / Judas Tree 70-100 cm (Cercis canadensis)

€84,95 EUR

Eastern Redbud tree: 2 years old - current height 70-100 cm Common Names: <meta charset="utf-8">Eastern Redbud, <meta charset="utf-8">American/Canadian Judas Tree, Mexican/Texas Redbud Scientific name: Cercis canadensis Family: Fabaceae <h4>Plant history & use:</h4> This variety of Judas Tree originates from North America. When the American Judas Tree was discovered by the Spanish in the second half of the 16th century, it was compared to the Judas Tree from<meta charset="utf-8"> the Mediterranean region (Cercis siliquastrum) which they already knew - it is also the tree we most commonly refer to when we say Judas Tree here in the European region. The main differences are that the American Judas Tree has pointed leaves and is slightly smaller in adult size and is more cold hardy - compare<meta charset="utf-8"> C. canadensis ' USDA zones 4-9 with<meta charset="utf-8"> C. siliquastrum's USDA zones 6-10. C. canadensis should also be more suited to moist environments/soils than many other species in the genus. Blooms in March-April with bright pink flowers on the bare trunk, then also on the main trunk of the tree, which is often very eye-catching. Flowering is said to be strongly controlled by the extent of the previous winter. After harsh winters the Judas Tree blooms more profusely, after milder winters less so. The flowers can be eaten raw or pickled. They have a refreshing sour taste and are rich in vitamin C. Exciting addition to a salad. Unopened flower buds can also be pickled or put in like <a title="Capers (Capparis spinosa)" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/en/products/kapris-capparis-spinosa" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/en/products/kapris-capparis-spinosa">Capers</a>. Native American tribes in North America covered the ripe seed pods with glowing coals, then peeled and ate the roasted seeds. I assume a modern way to do this is to simply separate the seeds from the pod and roast the seeds over the stove or in the oven to make them ready to eat. Some sources claim to have soaked and boiled the seeds like lentils, which are also a pea plant. The fruits are rich in protein like other plants in the pea family (Fabaceae). Dry seeds contain about 25% protein, 8% fat and 3% minerals of various kinds. To be an unrefined<meta charset="utf-8"> (and wild in North America) source of nutrition this is quite good, nutritionally it competes with both Pecan and Walnut. The seed pods remain on the tree for a long time - they are available from late summer right through to winter - and are considered acceptable for consumption during this period. However, the seed pods can sometimes be found<meta charset="utf-8"> remaining until the spring of the following year, whether they are fit for consumption then or not is not stated. For the aforementioned reasons, the seeds of C. canadensis are considered a useful source of survival food. The young, green and brittle seed pods can be eaten like sugar snap peas - steam them, boil them or stir-fry them. They fit well in a wok with, for example, onions, garlic, paprika and leafy vegetables. The leaves can be eaten as well - younger, brittle leaves are recommended. Tea made from the inner bark has been used to reduce fever etc. Cold brewing of roots and inner bark has been used in old folk medicine to treat whooping cough. Diligent in attracting pollinators with its profuse flowering. Considered a good tree for honey bees. The tree also has many other applications within North American Indian culture. A story about Judas and how he gave the tree its international name is easy to find for those interested in reading. <h4>Cultivation:</h4> Even though the American Judas Tree is considered better suited to moist soils than other species in the genus, it prefers not to grow in excessively wet soils with a high clay content. It thrives best in slightly sandier clay soils. Likes to grow in a sunny position, also does well in light shade. The American Judas tree is a fast-growing tree that often lives up to 80 years old. Flowers appear in March-April on the previous year's growth. The American Judas tree is one of the few species in the pea family that does not fix nitrogen via its roots from air pores in the soil. <h4>Characteristics:</h4> Age: Perennial Location: sun / light shade Height: 6-10 m USDA zone: 4-9

Eastern Redbud / Judas Tree 70-100 cm (Cercis canadensis)

€50,95 EUR

Eastern Redbud tree: 2 years old - current height 70-100 cm Common Names: <meta charset="utf-8">Eastern Redbud, <meta charset="utf-8">American/Canadian Judas Tree, Mexican/Texas Redbud Scientific name: Cercis canadensis Family: Fabaceae <h4>Plant history & use:</h4> This variety of Judas Tree originates from North America. When the American Judas Tree was discovered by the Spanish in the second half of the 16th century, it was compared to the Judas Tree from<meta charset="utf-8"> the Mediterranean region (Cercis siliquastrum) which they already knew - it is also the tree we most commonly refer to when we say Judas Tree here in the European region. The main differences are that the American Judas Tree has pointed leaves and is slightly smaller in adult size and is more cold hardy - compare<meta charset="utf-8"> C. canadensis ' USDA zones 4-9 with<meta charset="utf-8"> C. siliquastrum's USDA zones 6-10. C. canadensis should also be more suited to moist environments/soils than many other species in the genus. Blooms in March-April with bright pink flowers on the bare trunk, then also on the main trunk of the tree, which is often very eye-catching. Flowering is said to be strongly controlled by the extent of the previous winter. After harsh winters the Judas Tree blooms more profusely, after milder winters less so. The flowers can be eaten raw or pickled. They have a refreshing sour taste and are rich in vitamin C. Exciting addition to a salad. Unopened flower buds can also be pickled or put in like <a title="Capers (Capparis spinosa)" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/en/products/kapris-capparis-spinosa" target="_blank" data-mce-href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/en/products/kapris-capparis-spinosa">Capers</a>. Native American tribes in North America covered the ripe seed pods with glowing coals, then peeled and ate the roasted seeds. I assume a modern way to do this is to simply separate the seeds from the pod and roast the seeds over the stove or in the oven to make them ready to eat. Some sources claim to have soaked and boiled the seeds like lentils, which are also a pea plant. The fruits are rich in protein like other plants in the pea family (Fabaceae). Dry seeds contain about 25% protein, 8% fat and 3% minerals of various kinds. To be an unrefined<meta charset="utf-8"> (and wild in North America) source of nutrition this is quite good, nutritionally it competes with both Pecan and Walnut. The seed pods remain on the tree for a long time - they are available from late summer right through to winter - and are considered acceptable for consumption during this period. However, the seed pods can sometimes be found<meta charset="utf-8"> remaining until the spring of the following year, whether they are fit for consumption then or not is not stated. For the aforementioned reasons, the seeds of C. canadensis are considered a useful source of survival food. The young, green and brittle seed pods can be eaten like sugar snap peas - steam them, boil them or stir-fry them. They fit well in a wok with, for example, onions, garlic, paprika and leafy vegetables. The leaves can be eaten as well - younger, brittle leaves are recommended. Tea made from the inner bark has been used to reduce fever etc. Cold brewing of roots and inner bark has been used in old folk medicine to treat whooping cough. Diligent in attracting pollinators with its profuse flowering. Considered a good tree for honey bees. The tree also has many other applications within North American Indian culture. A story about Judas and how he gave the tree its international name is easy to find for those interested in reading. <h4>Cultivation:</h4> Even though the American Judas Tree is considered better suited to moist soils than other species in the genus, it prefers not to grow in excessively wet soils with a high clay content. It thrives best in slightly sandier clay soils. Likes to grow in a sunny position, also does well in light shade. The American Judas tree is a fast-growing tree that often lives up to 80 years old. Flowers appear in March-April on the previous year's growth. The American Judas tree is one of the few species in the pea family that does not fix nitrogen via its roots from air pores in the soil. <h4>Characteristics:</h4> Age: Perennial Location: sun / light shade Height: 6-10 m USDA zone: 4-9

Pineapple Guava / Feijoa Tree 20-30 cm (Acca sellowiana)

From €21,95 EUR

Ararat Basil 'Ararat' (Ocimum basilicum)

€2,95 EUR

SEEDS (50pcs/bag) Common names: Ararat-Basilika, Red Spotted Basil Scientific name: Ocimum basilicum Family: Lamiaceae Plant history & use: Peculiar basil<meta charset="utf-8"> variety. The leaves are the color<meta charset="utf-8"> Deep dark purple and green with a slight metallic tone and has a serrated leaf edge. Ararat Basil has a light licorice flavor that leans towards anise. This variety is a little sweeter in taste than the basil we are used to. Has small light purple flowers that are a little bitter to the taste - these are also edible. Can be placed in crops to repel insect pests. Culture: Quite a large variety - reaches up to about 50 cm in height. Prefers humus-rich and airy soils in warm, sunny, sheltered places. If the previous requirements are met, it is also important to water a lot - then the basil grows quickly. Does not like windy locations. Harvest the leaves and stems from the top of the plant and pinch off the edible flower buds as they emerge, as this prevents the leaves from becoming bitter and signals the plant to branch out and grow more leaves, creating a dense and bushy plant. Sowing: Sow indoors in pots from February to May or directly outdoors from May. Easy to germinate. Scatter the seeds on the moist soil surface and press them down gently so that they make good contact with the soil surface. Do not cover with soil. To preserve moisture, cover the seeds with plastic wrap or a plastic bag with air holes. Then place the seeds in a warm, well-drained spot and leave until the seeds have germinated.<meta charset="utf-8"> Alternatively, in <a rel="noopener" title="Mini Greenhouse Medium 24 Cells | Pre-cultivation" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/minidrivhus-medium-krukinsatser-24-celler-nelson-garden" target="_blank">a mini greenhouse</a> to maintain even humidity. It usually takes between 5-15 days for the seeds to germinate. <meta charset="utf-8"> Features : Year: One year Growing position: sun Height: 50 cm Germination time: 5-15 days

Greek Basil 'Greek' (Ocimum basilicum var. minutum)

€2,95 EUR

SEEDS (50pcs/bag) Common name: Greek Basil, Greek Bush Basil, Globe Basil, Greek Bush Basil Scientific name: Ocimum basilicum var. minutum Family: Lamiaceae Plant history & use: Greek Basil, or Globe Basil as it is also called, is a low-growing small shrub with small aromatic leaves. More compact and well-branched than most <a href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/search?q=basilika" title="Search results for Basil | Garden Day" rel="noopener" target="_blank">other basils</a> . Goes well with tomato, lamb, eggplant and pepper dishes. Goes very well with fresh salads. Also suitable for making refreshing herbal tea. Seeds can be eaten as is or added to baked goods as a flavoring. When in contact with liquid, the seeds become mucilaginous (similar to chia seeds) - in the Mediterranean this is used to make a refreshing drink called sherbet tokhum . As good as it tastes, it smells wonderful in the garden. Culture: Easy to grow and productive variety. Quickly produces new leaves that are harvested throughout the season. Grow in regular potting soil, in a pot or outdoors. <meta charset="utf-8"> Freeze the harvest rather than dry it - the flavor will last better. Sowing: Pre-cultivate indoors Feb-May. Sow outdoors from May. Easy to germinate. Just sprinkle the seeds on the moist soil and press them down gently so they make good contact with the soil surface. Do not cover with soil. To preserve moisture, cover the seeds with plastic wrap or a plastic bag with air holes. Then place the seeds in a warm place with good drainage and leave until the seeds have germinated. It usually takes between 5-15 days for the seeds to germinate. <meta charset="utf-8"> Features : Year: One year Growing position: sun Height: 30 cm Germination time: 5-15 days

Holy Basil 'Temperate Tulsi' (Ocimum africanum)

€3,95 EUR

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

Caper Plant 30-40 cm (Capparis spinosa)

€22,95 EUR

1 Silk tree: 2 years old - current height 30-40 cm Common names: Silk Tree, Persian Silk Tree, Pink Silk Tree, Tree of Happiness, Mimosa Scientific name: Albizia julibrissin Family: Fabaceae Plant history & use: The silk tree is an eye-catching tree whose origins can be traced to the area around Iran & Azerbaijan through China, to Korea. The tree is characterized by its fluffy, light pink flowers that resemble a silky feather crown. Its beauty has made it a prized tree all over the world. The silk tree has also been used for its edible and medicinal properties for centuries. Young leaves are eaten as a vegetable - boiled or steamed. They are described as having an aromatic taste. Flowers are also cooked for consumption. A historically known kitchen plant in its native regions. <meta charset="utf-8"> The plant's bark, leaves, and flowers & flower buds are used to make teas and extracts with reputed health benefits. Flowers are harvested when they open and the bark is harvested in spring or late summer to be dried for later consumption. Tea made from the flowers is said to have a delicate, sweet taste and relieve stress, tension and even minor depression. This is probably one of the reasons why the tree is also called "The Tree of Happiness". Please decide for yourself if this is true for you. You can also make jelly from newly bloomed flowers. In traditional Asian medicine, it has been used to calm nerves and as a mild sedative for sleep disorders. Flowers have been observed to be effective in attracting bees & butterflies (as well as hummingbirds in America). <meta charset="utf-8"> This tree, like other plants in the Fabaceae family, has a partnership with soil bacteria that bind nitrogen from the air and fix it to the tree's roots. In this way, the surrounding area is supplied with nitrogen that would otherwise be inaccessible to the vegetation - that is why we call plants that have such a partnership Soil Improvers . The wood is also used to make furniture. Culture: The silk tree can be grown outdoors in the more favorable locations in Sweden (approximately from Uppsala and south according to growing zones).<meta charset="utf-8"> However, the tree should be hardy down to -25<meta charset="utf-8"> °C, so geographical location is often ambiguous and success depends largely on the actual growing location. Thrives best in warm and sunny places - a good location is in a wind-sheltered position against a south-facing wall. Young shoots can be sensitive to cold and frost. If you grow outdoors, protect the tree during the winter, for example with straw around the base and windbreaks in the form of non-woven fabric attached to stakes around the tree if it is in an exposed position. This probably only needs to be done the first winter after purchasing these 2-year-old trees. <meta charset="utf-8"> The silk tree can otherwise be grown in a pot and overwintered in a protected place. <meta charset="utf-8">The silk tree is a fast-growing tree with a relatively low water requirement that can withstand direct sun. The tree prefers well-drained soil and moderate watering. More specifically: water heavily and infrequently, to encourage a higher growth rate. Fairly drought-tolerant. Resistant to pruning. Can be shaped to grow next to a house wall, for example. Pruning is done in late winter or early spring. Features: Year: Perennial Growing position: sun Height: 5-7 m Growing zone: 1-4

Kinesiskt Judasträd 40-50 cm (Cercis chinensis)

€35,95 EUR

Kinesiskt Judasträd: nuvarande höjd 40–50 cm Trivialnamn: Kinesiskt Judasträd, Chinese Redbud Vetenskapligt namn: Cercis chinensis Familj: Fabaceae <h4>Växthistoria & användning</h4> Kinesiskt Judasträd är ett dekorativt lövträd med ursprung i östra Kina, där det har odlats både för dess värde som prydnadsträd men också för dess ätbara bönbaljor i århundraden. Arten blommar på bar kvist - även direkt på stammen - tidigt på våren – vanligtvis i april – med täta klasar av lila-rosa blommor som sitter direkt på stam och grenar. Detta fenomen kallas kauliflori och är särskilt effektfullt under tidig vår. Blommorna är ätliga och har en frisk, lätt syrlig smak. De kan användas färska i sallader eller picklas. Även de unga fröbaljorna är ätliga och kan tillagas som sockerärter. Fröna är ätbara. Det finns även viss användning av de unga bladen i matlagning i sitt ursprungsområde. <h4>Jämförelse med Amerikanskt Judasträd (Cercis canadensis)</h4> Kinesiskt Judasträd (C. chinensis) och Amerikanskt Judasträd (C. canadensis) är närbesläktade, men skiljer sig på flera viktiga punkter: <ul> <li> Växtsätt: C. chinensis har ofta ett buskigare växtsätt, medan C. canadensis tenderar att bli ett träd med tydligare huvudstam. Man kan dock stamma upp C. chinensis till ett enstammigt träd genom att klippa bort lågväxande grenar på stammen. </li> <li> Blad: C. chinensis har ofta tjockare blad än C. canadensis. Bladen är stora och tydligt hjärtformade på båda, men tjockleken på C. chinensis blad gör att hjärtformen blir ännu mer tydlig. </li> <li> Blommor & frukt: Blomningen har en mer intensivt rosa nyans och är ofta ännu rikligare hos C. chinensis, därav dess höga värde som prydnadsträd men även dess förmåga att ge ännu fler ätbara bönbaljor.</li> <li> Härdighet: C. chinensis är härdig till zon 3, medan C. canadensis klarar zon 4.<meta charset="utf-8"> </li> <li> Användning i trädgård: C. chinensis lämpar sig mycket väl som mindre träd eller buske i skyddade lägen, medan C. canadensis ofta används som solitärt träd med något större omfång än föregående.</li> </ul> <h4>Odling</h4> Trivs i sol till halvskugga i väldränerad men fuktighetshållande jord, gärna något sandblandad med mullhalt. Plantera gärna i ett skyddat läge, särskilt i kallare delar av landet. C. chinensis är känslig för vinterväta och gynnas av viss vintertäckning. Har ni en icke vätskehållande jord med hög sandhalt bör detta dock inte vara ett problem. Passar även bra för uppstamning i större kruka tack vare dess lägre höjd än andra arter Judasträd. Beskärs varsamt vid behov – helst sensommar eller tidig höst – då vårbeskärning riskerar savflöde. <h4>Egenskaper</h4> Årighet: Flerårig Växtläge: Sol till halvskugga Höjd: 2–4 meter Växtzon: 1–3 Användning: Prydnad, ätliga blommor och baljor, pollinatörsväxt

Korogi 15-30 cm (Stachys affinis)

€6,95 EUR

Lime basil 'Lime' (Ocimum americanum)

€3,95 EUR

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

€2,95 EUR

Tamarix / Salt Cedar 80-100 cm (Tamarix tetrandra)

From €20,95 EUR

1 Tamarix Tree: 2 years old - current height 80-100 cm Common names: Tamarix, Salt Cedar Scientific name: Tamarix tetrandra Family: Tamaricaceae Plant history & use: The tamarisk is a graceful deciduous tree with long, flexible branches that are filled with plumes of pale pink flowers - on bare branches - in late spring. The flowers then change to olive green small, scaly leaves. The tamarisk is known for its ability to absorb and concentrate salts in its plant parts. This is useful where you have an outlet for gray water. Gray water is the water that comes out when we clean used water from our kitchens and bathrooms - e.g. dishwashers, washing machines, showers, etc. When this water is purified, various salts are often left behind, which are carried out into the runoff. It is in these outlets that plants such as the Praktamarisken are planted, which seems to be one of the most efficient plants precisely at taking up salt from the ground it grows in. Inability to take up excess salts in the soil can result in problems for surrounding plants, then it affects their natural ability to absorb water via osmosis. <meta charset="utf-8"> You can also grow the Praktamarisken as a shrub. If you don't shape it into a tree by pruning, it usually achieves the structure of a bush on its own. Suitable for growing in mixed hedges as it creates an eye-catching impression with its clear, light pink shades that lift the entire hedge. The branches are used to weave baskets. Diligent in attracting pollinators. Culture: Thrives best in an open, sunny position in a well-drained soil. Preferably loamy and slightly sandy. Tolerant of most soils. Dislikes shallow and calcareous soils. <meta charset="utf-8"> Hardy in coastal climates. Flowers on bare twigs in late spring - the flowers are then replaced by small olive green leaves. Characteristics: Age: Perennial Plant position: sun Height: 2-4 m Growing zone: 1-3

Silk tree Rosea 175-200 cm (Albizia julibrissin f. Rosea)

€39,95 EUR

1 Silk tree: 5 years old - current height 70-100 cm Common names: Silk Tree, Persian Silk Tree, Pink Silk Tree, Tree of Happiness, Mimosa Scientific name: Albizia julibrissin Family: Fabaceae Plant history & use: The silk tree is an eye-catching tree whose origins can be traced to the area around Iran & Azerbaijan through China, to Korea. The tree is characterized by its fluffy, light pink flowers that resemble a silky feather crown. Its beauty has made it a prized tree all over the world. The silk tree has also been used for its edible and medicinal properties for centuries. Young leaves are eaten as a vegetable - boiled or steamed. They are described as having an aromatic taste. Flowers are also cooked for consumption. A historically known kitchen plant in its native regions. <meta charset="utf-8">The plant's bark, leaves, and flowers & flower buds are used to make teas and extracts with reputed health benefits. Flowers are harvested when they open and the bark is harvested in spring or late summer to be dried for later consumption. Tea made from the flowers is said to have a delicate, sweet taste and relieve stress, tension and even minor depression. This is probably one of the reasons why the tree is also called "The Tree of Happiness". Please decide for yourself if this is true for you. You can also make jelly from newly bloomed flowers. In traditional Asian medicine, it has been used to calm nerves and as a mild sedative for sleep disorders. Flowers have been observed to be effective in attracting bees & butterflies (as well as hummingbirds in America). <meta charset="utf-8"> This tree, like other plants in the Fabaceae family, has a partnership with soil bacteria that bind nitrogen from the air and fix it to the tree's roots. In this way, the surrounding area is supplied with nitrogen that would otherwise be inaccessible to the vegetation - that is why we call plants that have such a partnership Soil Improvers . The wood is also used to make furniture. Culture: The silk tree can be grown outdoors in the more favorable locations in Sweden (approximately from Uppsala and south according to growing zones).<meta charset="utf-8"> However, the tree should be hardy down to -25<meta charset="utf-8"> °C, so geographical location is often ambiguous and success depends largely on the actual growing location. Thrives best in warm and sunny places - a good location is in a wind-sheltered position against a south-facing wall. Young shoots can be sensitive to cold and frost. If you grow outdoors, protect the tree during the winter, for example with straw around the base and windbreaks in the form of non-woven fabric attached to stakes around the tree if it is in an exposed position. This probably only needs to be done the first winter after purchasing these 2-year-old trees. <meta charset="utf-8"> The silk tree can otherwise be grown in a pot and overwintered in a protected place. <meta charset="utf-8"> The silk tree is a fast-growing tree with a relatively low water requirement that can withstand direct sun. The tree prefers well-drained soil and moderate watering. More specifically: water heavily and infrequently, to encourage a higher growth rate. Fairly drought-tolerant. Resistant to pruning. Can be shaped to grow next to a house wall, for example. Pruning is done in late winter or early spring. Features: Year: Perennial Growing position: sun Height: 5-7 m Growing zone: 1-4

Persian Silk Tree 50-80 cm (Albizia julibrissin)

From €25,95 EUR

1 Persian Silk Tree: 2 years old - current height 50-80 cm Common names: Silk Tree, Persian Silk Tree, Pink Silk Tree, Tree of Happiness, Mimosa Scientific name: Albizia julibrissin Family: Fabaceae Plant history & use: The silk tree is a striking tree whose origin can be traced to the area around Iran & Azerbaijan through China, to Korea. The tree is characterized by its fluffy, bright pink flowers that resemble a silky feather crown. Its beauty has made it a prized tree all over the world. The silk tree has also been used for its edible and medicinal properties for centuries. Young leaves are eaten as a vegetable - boiled or steamed. They are described as having an aromatic taste. Even flowers are boiled for consumption. A historically known kitchen plant in its home regions. <meta charset="utf-8"> The plant's bark, leaves and flowers & flower buds are used to make teas and extracts with reputed health benefits. Flowers are harvested at opening and the bark is harvested in spring or late summer to be dried for later consumption. Tea made from flowers is said to have a delicate, sweet flavor and relieve stress, tension and even minor depression. It is probably one of the reasons why the tree is also called "The Tree of Happiness". Please decide for yourself if this is right for you. You can also make gel from recently bloomed flowers. In traditional Asian medicine, it has been used, among other things, to calm nerves and as a mild sedative for sleep disorders. Flowers have been observed to be effective in attracting bees & butterflies (as well as hummingbirds in America). <meta charset="utf-8"> This tree, like other plants in the pea family (Fabaceae), cooperates with soil bacteria which bind nitrogen from the air and fix it to the tree's roots. In this way, the plant area is supplied all around with nitrogen that would otherwise have been inaccessible to the vegetation - that is why we call plants that have such a cooperation precisely Land improvers . The wood is also used to make furniture. Culture: The silk tree can be grown outdoors in the more favorable locations in Sweden (roughly from Uppsala and southward according to plant zones).<meta charset="utf-8"> However, the tree must be hardy down to -25<meta charset="utf-8"> °C, so geographical location is as often ambiguous and success largely depends on the actual plant location. T thrives best in warm and sunny places - a good place is in a sheltered position against a south wall. Young shoots can be sensitive to cold and frost. Please protect the tree during the winter if you grow outdoors, for example with straw around the base and wind protection in the form of fiber cloth attached to stakes around the tree if it is in an exposed position. This probably only needs to be done the first winter after purchasing these 2-year-old trees. <meta charset="utf-8"> The silk tree can otherwise be grown in a pot that is protected over the winter. <meta charset="utf-8"> The silk tree is a fast-growing tree with a relatively low water requirement that can stand in direct sun. The tree prefers well-drained soil and moderate irrigation. Specifically: water a lot and infrequently, to encourage a higher growth rate. Fairly drought tolerant. Resistant to pruning. Can be shaped to grow next to a house wall, for example. Pruning is done in late winter or early spring. Characteristics: Age: Perennial Plant position: sun Height: 5-7 m Growing zone: 1-4

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