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<p data-mce-fragment="1"> 1st plant American Cranberry 'Early Black': 2 years old in C2 pot</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong>Common name:</strong> American <span data-mce-fragment="1">cranberry, antberry</span><br> <strong>Scientific name:</strong> <em>Vaccinium macrocarpon<br></em> <strong>Family:</strong> <span data-mce-fragment="1">Ericaceae</span></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1"><span data-mce-fragment="1">Plant history &amp; use:</span></strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Full description coming soon...</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong>Culture:</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Full description coming soon...</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong>Features:</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Year: Perennial<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Growing position: sun / partial shade<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Height: 10-20 cm<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Growing zone: 1-4</p>

<p data-mce-fragment="1"> 1st plant American Cranberry 'Pilgrim': 2 years old in C2 pot</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong>Common name:</strong> <span data-mce-fragment="1">Cranberry, Antberry</span> <br><strong>Scientific name:</strong> <em>Vaccinium macrocarpon<br></em> <strong>Family:</strong> <span data-mce-fragment="1">Ericaceae</span></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1"><span data-mce-fragment="1">Plant history &amp; use:</span></strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Full description coming soon...</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong>Culture:</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Full description coming soon...</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong>Features:</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Year: Perennial<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Growing position: sun / partial shade<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Height: 10-20 cm<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Growing zone: 1-4</p>

<p> 1st plant Five-leaf Akebia: 2 <span data-mce-fragment="1">years old - current height: 80-100 cm</span></p> <p> <span data-mce-fragment="1">All plants are ready to bloom and set fruit.</span></p> <p> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Common Name</strong> <span data-mce-fragment="1">: Five-leaf Akebia, Chocolate Vine</span><br data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Scientific name</strong> <span data-mce-fragment="1">: <em>Akebia quinata</em></span><br data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Family</strong> <span data-mce-fragment="1">: Lardizabalaceae</span><br data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Plant history &amp; use</strong> <span data-mce-fragment="1">:</span><br data-mce-fragment="1"><span data-mce-fragment="1"></span></p> <p> <span data-mce-fragment="1">The Five-leaf Akebian originates from Japan, China and Korea where it is often found<meta charset="utf-8"> naturally growing<meta charset="utf-8"> on mountain slopes and on hills against hedges, tree trunks, along forest edges and watercourses.</span></p> <p><span data-mce-fragment="1">The highlight of this akebia is its oblong, edible, purple fruits that form inside pods that open up on their own when ripe. The seeds are surrounded by a juicy flesh that is sweet to the taste - it is said to be reminiscent of the flesh of dragon fruit. In Japan, it is eaten mainly as a seasonal delicacy. The fruit is sometimes eaten with lemon to enhance the taste.</span></p> <p> <span data-mce-fragment="1">The shell of the pod is used in cooking, where it is filled with minced meat and then fried.</span></p> <p> <span data-mce-fragment="1">The seeds are bitter and should not be chewed, however, they can be swallowed whole or simply spit out to avoid the bitter taste.</span></p> <p> <span data-mce-fragment="1">The fruits can be made into jam, jelly, juice or smoothies and even ice cream can be made from the pulp.</span></p> <p> <span data-mce-fragment="1">Young shoots can be added to salads. Leaves can be dried and made into tea.</span></p> <p><span data-mce-fragment="1">Often used as a ground cover plant: along walls, fences, fields and other less attractive surfaces.</span></p> <p> <span data-mce-fragment="1">Akebian is also often used as a soil binder on slopes to prevent erosion.</span></p> <p> <span>The Five-Leaf Akebian gives the garden an oriental look.</span></p> <p> <span><meta charset="utf-8">The flowers are said to have scents ranging from vanilla to honey and chocolate. The flowers are visually clearly divided into male and female flowers.</span></p> <p><a title="Bioconverted Fruit Extract of Akebia Quinata Exhibits Anti-Obesity Effects in High-Fat Diet-Induced Obese Rats" href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9656223/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #4e991d;"><strong>Studies</strong></span></a> have shown that consuming <em>Akebia quinata</em> reduces fat accumulation in the body and lowers blood cholesterol levels, and thus may be effective in combating obesity. This is a relatively new finding (2022) and theories are being floated that this fruit could become more well-known in the near future.</p> <p> The same study has also shown that <em>A. quinata</em> has a cleansing effect on the liver, kidneys and cardiovascular system. Regular consumption could have led to improved health. <em>A. quinata</em> is diuretic.</p> <p><meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8"> When consumed, the plant is also said to be an inhibitor against bacterial and fungal infections. The roots act as a fever reducer.</p> <p><span>In traditional Chinese medicine, akebian is used to treat urinary tract infections, insufficient lactation, and rheumatoid arthritis.</span></p> <p> <span>The vines are also used to weave baskets.</span></p> <p> <span>An oil is extracted from the seeds and is used in traditional Chinese soap making.</span></p> <p> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Cultivation</strong> <span data-mce-fragment="1">:</span><br data-mce-fragment="1"><span data-mce-fragment="1"></span></p> <p> <span data-mce-fragment="1">Grows best in a sunny location, although tolerant of shady locations. Prefers slightly sandier soils with good drainage and good moisture retention properties. A humus-rich, slightly sandy soil is best - such as potting soil mixed with sand. Can grow in soils with both higher and lower pH values.</span></p> <p> <span data-mce-fragment="1">Likes regular watering. However, it is relatively resistant to drought. Also very cold-resistant - can withstand lower temperatures between -20ºC and<meta charset="utf-8"> -30ºC.</span></p> <p><span data-mce-fragment="1">Generally fast growing. Can be pruned in early spring if necessary.</span></p> <p> <span data-mce-fragment="1">Akebia are not self-pollinating, which means that all plants in the genus need another individual that is genetically different to be successfully pollinated and produce fruit - it doesn't have to be a different species/variety, just a different individual.</span></p> <p> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Features</strong> <span data-mce-fragment="1">:</span><br data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1"> <span data-mce-fragment="1">Year: Perennial</span><br data-mce-fragment="1"> <span data-mce-fragment="1">Growing position: sun / partial shade</span><br data-mce-fragment="1"> <span data-mce-fragment="1">Height: up to 4 m</span><br data-mce-fragment="1"> <span data-mce-fragment="1">Growing zone: 1-3<br></span></p>

<p data-mce-fragment="1"> 1st plant Gotu Kola: 1 year old - current height (rather <em>length</em> in this case) 20-40 cm<br></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Common names:</strong> <span data-mce-fragment="1">Gotu Kola, Pennywort, Brahmiwort, etc.<br data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Scientific name:</strong><em data-mce-fragment="1"> </em><em data-mce-fragment="1">Centella asiatica</em> / <em data-mce-fragment="1">Hydrocotyl asiatica<br data-mce-fragment="1"></em> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Family:</strong> Apiaceae</span></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong><span>Plant history &amp; use:</span></strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Gotu Kola is a well-known medicinal plant that originates from Asia. It has long been used to relieve stress and anxiety, among other things. It is also commonly used for skin conditions such as eczema, wounds and acne as it improves the elasticity of the skin. Gotu Kola is an adaptogen and, like<span> </span><a href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/collections/froavdelning/products/ashwagandha-indisk-ginseng-withania-somnifera" title="Ashwagandha seeds" target="_blank"><strong><span style="color: #4e991d;" data-mce-style="color: #4e991d;">Ashwagandha<span> </span></span></strong></a>It is one of the few plants with a very wide range of uses in traditional medicine. There are a variety of scientific articles to read for those interested in learning more in depth.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> For purely medicinal purposes, extracts are made from the plant. However, its health-promoting properties can also be utilized in food and drinks.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">In Burma, for example, salad is often made with "Pennywort" as a base together with tomato, onion &amp; peanuts etc. Tea is also brewed from the leaves or a cooling drink is made by pressing the fresh leaves.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <span style="text-decoration: underline;" data-mce-style="text-decoration: underline;">There are two different varieties of Gotu Kola:</span><br></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> One of them has whole, round leaves and is better suited to growing directly in water - but it also grows well in soil. This variety spreads horizontally by means of underground (/under the water surface) rhizomes that are slightly thicker than the leaf stem itself.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> The other variety has a small gap in its leaf shape right where the petiole meets the leaf - this variety spreads by means of long, narrow above-ground stolons like strawberries. Judging by its similar growth habit, it is not difficult to understand that Gotu Kola is also a good ground cover.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Both variants contain the same active ingredients, but it is the latter variant that is most often used in the manufacture of dietary supplements, etc. As can be seen in the pictures, our plants belong to the latter variant.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Culture:</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> In its natural environment, Gotu Kola is often found growing in <span data-mce-fragment="1">water</span> , in damp soil, and along roadsides and hedgerows.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> It is an easy-to-grow and vigorous plant that thrives best in moisture-retaining soil in semi-shady locations. One advantage is to let it grow in airy soil with lots of organic matter as it requires moisture-retaining properties while excess water easily drains off/down into a basin. Gotu Kola can also grow in drier soils.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> The Gotu Kola plant spreads quickly, so if grown in a pot, a wide pot is preferable.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> This plant usually does not grow taller than 30 cm, but it does like to spread up to 1 m horizontally.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">For this reason, it is an effective ground cover in intercropping with other crops.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Features:</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Year: Perennial<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Growing position: partial shade/sun<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Height: 30 cm (width 1 m)<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Growing zone: 1-4</p>

<p data-mce-fragment="1"> 1st plant Jiaogulan: 2 years old - current height 20-40 cm<br></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong>Trivial Name:</strong> <span>Jiaogulan, Gynnostemma,<meta charset="utf-8"> Sweet Tea Vine, Southern Ginseng, Miracle Plant, Amachazuru</span> <br><strong>Scientific name:</strong> <em><span>Gynostemma pentaphyllum</span><br></em> <strong>Family:</strong> Cucurbitaceae</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong><span data-mce-fragment="1">Plant history &amp; use:</span></strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Jiaogulan, also known as the "herb of immortality," is one of the lesser-known traditional Chinese herbs. For centuries, it was used almost exclusively by the people of a mountainous region in southern China where the herb grows wild.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <span data-mce-fragment="1"><meta charset="utf-8">Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as we know it today originated in the center of the country,<meta charset="utf-8"> far from this region. For this reason, Jiaogulan is not included in the TCM standardized list of medicines and is therefore not used to the same extent as other Chinese medicinal herbs.</span></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <meta charset="utf-8">In the 1970s, China conducted a comprehensive census. It was discovered that residents of certain regions, mainly Guizhou province, were living longer than average - often more than 100 years. It turned out that the oldest residents had regularly drunk Jiaogulan tea throughout their lives. Partly from this incident comes the nickname "herb of immortality", but also from the numerous scientific studies that have been conducted on the mysterious herb.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Modern recognition of Jiaogulan outside of China stems from research into sugar substitutes. When examining the sweetening agent in Jiaogulan, saponins were found that were identical to those found in <span style="color: #4e991d;" data-mce-style="color: #4e991d;"><a href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/koreansk-ginseng-panax-ginseng" title="Korean Ginseng (Panax ginseng)" style="color: #4e991d;" target="_blank" data-mce-style="color: #4e991d;"><strong>Korean Ginseng ( <em>Panax ginseng</em> )</strong></a></span> . Further research discovered several additional saponins that were comparable or identical to those found in P. ginseng. The saponins in P. ginseng are called ginsenosides, while those found in Jiaogulan are called gypenosides. Compared to Korean Ginseng, Jiaogulan has the advantage of being much easier to grow and ready to harvest much earlier.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <meta charset="utf-8">Today, Jiaogulan is well used in China and widely consumed by those interested in its reputed rejuvenating properties.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> The leaves taste sweet and are used to make tea. Can also be cooked - in a wok for example.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> The herb is used today in the treatment of diabetes and a number of other ailments. There is much to read about this herb for those interested.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong>Culture:</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Jiaogulan has a wide range in nature: it stretches all the way from China to Korea and Japan, down to Southeast Asia and even to New Guinea. It is a plant that thrives in a variety of climates. It is a climber that can reach a height of 8 meters. You can either grow it against something it can wrap around, or let it creep along the ground in low-growing shrubs.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Jiaogulan should be able to grow in the majority of Sweden's zones 1-2, it can handle temperatures down to -10°C. It prefers to grow in a loamy, well-drained but moisture-retaining soil (typical humus character) - potting soil works well. Place in a sunny location.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Plant in a pot and overwinter in a greenhouse the first year to give the plant slightly milder conditions. You can also overwinter it in a storage room, basement, etc. if there is enough light. If the plant survives the first year with protected overwintering, you can try planting the plant out in the ground next spring to give it a try to overwinter without protection the coming winter. You can always set up windbreaks made of non-woven fabric and stakes around the plant and cover the base with straw to create milder conditions when growing directly in the open field.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Alternatively, move the plant indoors during the winter and place it outside during the summer months. If your plant has grown properly after the summer, top it and make tea from the leaves to adapt it to its new indoor growing space. With this method, it is possible to grow Jiaogulan throughout Sweden.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Well suited to growing as a ground cover in permissive climates.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong>Features:</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Year: Perennial<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Growing position: sun<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Height: up to 8 meters<br> Growing zone: 1-2</p>

<p> 1st plant Lingon 'Fireballs': 2 years old in C2 pot</p> <p> <strong>Common names:</strong> Lingonberry, Lingon Berry<br> <strong>Scientific name:</strong> <em>Vaccinium vitis-idaea<br></em> <strong>Family:</strong> <span>Ericaceae</span></p> <p> <strong><span>Plant history &amp; use:</span></strong></p> <p> <meta charset="utf-8"><em>Full description on the way...</em></p> <p> <strong>Culture:</strong></p> <p> Thrives best in light, humus-rich, and lime-poor soil.</p> <p> Very resistant to cold, can withstand temperatures down to -40ºC - as long as the summers are warm.</p> <p><meta charset="utf-8"> <em>Full description on the way...</em></p> <p> <strong>Features:</strong></p> <p> Year: Perennial<br> Growing conditions: partial shade / shade<br> Height: 20-40 cm<br> Growing zone: 1-5</p>

<p>1 plant&nbsp;Paracress from year 2023 <span data-mce-fragment="1">- current height: 20-40 cm</span><br data-mce-fragment="1"></p> <p>Seed-sown plant with strong root system, grown in Swedish climate</p> <p>The plant is sent safely and securely packed with shock-absorbing packaging.</p> <p><meta charset="utf-8"> <strong>Common names</strong> <span>: Paracress, Toothache plant, Jambu, Electric Daisy,&nbsp;Szechuan Buttons&nbsp;</span><br> <strong>Scientific name</strong> <span>:</span> <em>Acmella oleracea</em><br> <strong>Family</strong> <span>: Asteraceae</span><br><br> <strong>Plant history &amp; use</strong> <span>:</span><br><br> <span>This unique plant has electrical &amp; anesthetic properties. Gourmet chefs around the world crumble a couple of the flower's stamens into the food to give the guest a unique sensation. It starts with a faint electric "touch" that turns into a pretty numbing feeling. The feeling can be compared to that which the Sichuan pepper evokes. That is why the flower buds are sometimes called "Sichuan buttons".</span><br><br> <span>Fresh leaves are used both today and historically to relieve toothache by chewing them. This is thanks to the numbing and antibacterial properties of the leaves. Chewing the leaves also gives a refreshing feeling and counteracts dry mouth.</span><br><br> <span>Historically, the leaves have been chewed on to relieve throat &amp; palate infections.</span><br><br> <span>Thanks to paracrass's muscle-relaxing properties, the plant is also used in natural anti-wrinkle agents and is sometimes called "nature's botox".</span><br><br> <span>The whole plant is edible.</span><br><br> <span>The flower buds can be used as a topping in everything from drinks, to pasta &amp; fish dishes - creativity sets the limits. The leaves are used in salads and stews.</span><br><br> <span>Paracress is effective when it comes to attracting pollinators.</span><br><br> <strong>Cultivation</strong> <span>:</span><br><br> <span>In the wild, paracress grows in somewhat warmer climates, often in moist soils. However, the plant can withstand periods of drought.</span><br><br> <span>In Sweden, it is best grown in a pot, either indoors or outdoors. Overwinter frost-free. Placed in sun or partial shade.</span><br><br> <span>Thrives best in well-drained, loamy soil. Potting soil works great.</span><br><br> <span>Grows quickly into a winding shrub. If sown in March, the plant blooms already at the end of June.</span><br><br> <strong>Properties</strong> <span>:</span><br><br> <span>Age: Perennial</span><br> <span>Plant position: sun/part shade</span><br> <span>Height: 30 cm</span><br></p>

<p> 1st plant Lingon 'Fireballs': 2 years old in C2 pot</p> <p> <strong>Common names:</strong> Lingonberry, Lingon Berry<br> <strong>Scientific name:</strong> <em>Vaccinium vitis-idaea<br></em> <strong>Family:</strong> <span>Ericaceae</span></p> <p> <strong><span>Plant history &amp; use:</span></strong></p> <p><meta charset="utf-8"> <em>Full description on the way...</em></p> <p> <strong>Culture:</strong></p> <p> Thrives best in light, humus-rich, and lime-poor soil.</p> <p> Very resistant to cold, can withstand temperatures down to -40ºC - as long as the summers are warm.</p> <p><meta charset="utf-8"> <em>Full description on the way...</em></p> <p><strong>Features:</strong></p> <p> Year: Perennial<br> Growing conditions: partial shade / shade<br> Height: 20-40 cm<br> Growing zone: 1-5</p>