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<p> 1 plant True Comfrey</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Common name:</strong> Comfrey <strong data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1">Scientific name:</strong> <em data-mce-fragment="1">Symphytum officinale<br data-mce-fragment="1"></em> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Family:</strong> Boraginaceae</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Plant history &amp; use:</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Comfrey is historically a well-used plant in the treatment of various ailments. But above all, it is a very effective accumulator of nutrients, i.e. a good soil improver. Comfrey grows quickly and its roots are deep, which gives 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, etc.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">The leaves of comfrey can be cut down throughout the year and used as mulch, or mixed into the soil to make the nutrients available to other plants. Comfrey leaves are good as fertilizer for fruit trees and berry bushes thanks to their potassium and phosphorus content.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Comfrey has a long growing season, from early winter to late autumn.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> If the leaves are not cut down before winter, they will wither and provide nutrients to the soil they grow in. New leaves will start to grow on the plant immediately after the snow melts.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> You can also make your own comfrey fertilizer by filling a container with the leaves and then filling it to the brim with water. Let it sit for a couple of days and then mix the fertilizer water with 10 parts water to water the plants.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Effective as an edging plant around manure piles to prevent nutrient leakage, but also as an edging plant around crops and other places where you don't want rotograss to spread. Comfrey's dense root system acts like an underground wall, making it difficult for other roots to get through.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Comfrey creates an attractive environment for other plants in the garden - whether it's to attract pollinators or to act as a natural fertilizer.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Culture:</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Comfrey is a herbaceous perennial, meaning it continues to grow in the area even after the leaves have withered during the winter.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> It is an extremely easy-care plant and is tolerant of site selection. It can grow in shade and wet soils, making it an effective component in flooded and waterlogged soils.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> It also thrives well in drier soils in sunny locations, although it does best in a slightly moist environment.<strong data-mce-fragment="1"></strong></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 conditions: shade/partial shade/sun<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Height: 50-100 cm<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Growing zone: 1-6</p>

<p><strong style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;">Amerikanskt Blåbär av den självfertila sorten 'Northland': nuvarande höjd 40-50 cm</strong></p> <p><br><strong>Trivialnamn:</strong> Amerikanskt Blåbär<br><strong>Vetenskapligt namn:</strong> <em>Vaccinium corymbosum</em><br><strong>Familj:</strong> Ericaceae</p> <h4>Växthistoria &amp; användning</h4> <p>’Northland’ är en härdig och lättodlad sort av amerikanskt blåbär som togs fram i Michigan, USA. Den ger riklig skörd av medelstora, söta bär med god blåbärssmak. Bären passar lika bra att ätas färska som till sylt, paj, bakning eller infrysning. Blåbär är rika på antioxidanter, särskilt antocyaniner, och har använts i både mat och traditionell medicin för att stödja syn, matsmältning och blodcirkulation.</p> <h4>Odling</h4> <p>Trivs i sol till halvskugga i fuktighetshållande, väldränerad och sur jord (lågt pH). För bästa skörd bör plantan vattnas regelbundet under torra perioder. 'Northland' har ett buskigt växtsätt och klarar kyla bra – den är känd för sin pålitliga skörd även i norra odlingszoner. Ger god skörd som ensam planta men ännu bättre om den planteras tillsammans med andra sorter för korspollinering.</p> <h4>Egenskaper</h4> <p><strong>Årighet:</strong> Flerårig<br><strong>Växtläge:</strong> Sol till halvskugga<br><strong>Höjd:</strong> 1–1,5 meter<br><strong>Växtzon:</strong> 1–5<br><strong>Skörd:</strong> Juli–augusti<br><strong>Självfertil:</strong> Ja, men rikligare skörd med fler sorter</p>

<p>Eastern Redbud tree: 2 years old - current height 70-100 cm</p> <p><strong>Common Names:</strong> <meta charset="utf-8">Eastern Redbud, <meta charset="utf-8">American/Canadian Judas Tree, Mexican/Texas Redbud<strong><br>Scientific name:</strong> <em>Cercis canadensis<br></em> <strong>Family:</strong> Fabaceae</p> <h4><strong>Plant history &amp; use:</strong></h4> <p>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 (<em>Cercis siliquastrum</em>) 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"> <em data-mce-fragment="1">C. canadensis</em> <em>'</em> USDA zones 4-9 with<meta charset="utf-8"> <em data-mce-fragment="1">C.</em> <em>siliquastrum</em>'s USDA zones 6-10. <em data-mce-fragment="1">C. canadensis</em><em data-mce-fragment="1">&nbsp;</em>should also be more<em data-mce-fragment="1">&nbsp;</em>suited to moist environments/soils than many other species in the genus.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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"><span style="color: #4e991d;" data-mce-style="color: #4e991d;"><strong>Capers</strong></span></a>.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.<br></p> <p>Diligent in attracting pollinators with its profuse flowering. Considered a good tree for honey bees.</p> <p>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.</p> <h4><strong>Cultivation:</strong></h4> <p>Even though&nbsp;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.</p> <p>Likes to grow in a sunny position, also does well in light shade.</p> <p>The American Judas tree is a fast-growing tree that often lives up to 80 years old.</p> <p>Flowers appear in March-April on the previous year's growth.</p> <p>The American Judas tree is one of the few species in the pea family that <span style="text-decoration: underline;" data-mce-style="text-decoration: underline;"><em>does not</em></span> fix nitrogen via its roots from air pores in the soil.</p> <h4><strong>Characteristics:</strong></h4> <p>Age: Perennial<br>Location: sun / light shade<br> Height: 6-10 m<br>USDA&nbsp;zone: 4-9</p>

<p>Eastern Redbud tree: 2 years old - current height 70-100 cm</p> <p><strong>Common Names:</strong> <meta charset="utf-8">Eastern Redbud, <meta charset="utf-8">American/Canadian Judas Tree, Mexican/Texas Redbud<strong><br>Scientific name:</strong> <em>Cercis canadensis<br></em> <strong>Family:</strong> Fabaceae</p> <h4><strong>Plant history &amp; use:</strong></h4> <p>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 (<em>Cercis siliquastrum</em>) 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"> <em data-mce-fragment="1">C. canadensis</em> <em>'</em> USDA zones 4-9 with<meta charset="utf-8"> <em data-mce-fragment="1">C.</em> <em>siliquastrum</em>'s USDA zones 6-10. <em data-mce-fragment="1">C. canadensis</em><em data-mce-fragment="1">&nbsp;</em>should also be more<em data-mce-fragment="1">&nbsp;</em>suited to moist environments/soils than many other species in the genus.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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"><span style="color: #4e991d;" data-mce-style="color: #4e991d;"><strong>Capers</strong></span></a>.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.<br></p> <p>Diligent in attracting pollinators with its profuse flowering. Considered a good tree for honey bees.</p> <p>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.</p> <h4><strong>Cultivation:</strong></h4> <p>Even though&nbsp;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.</p> <p>Likes to grow in a sunny position, also does well in light shade.</p> <p>The American Judas tree is a fast-growing tree that often lives up to 80 years old.</p> <p>Flowers appear in March-April on the previous year's growth.</p> <p>The American Judas tree is one of the few species in the pea family that <span style="text-decoration: underline;" data-mce-style="text-decoration: underline;"><em>does not</em></span> fix nitrogen via its roots from air pores in the soil.</p> <h4><strong>Characteristics:</strong></h4> <p>Age: Perennial<br>Location: sun / light shade<br> Height: 6-10 m<br>USDA&nbsp;zone: 4-9</p>

<p>Bigarreau tree of the award-winning variety 'Lapins' - current height 80-100 cm</p> <p>'Lapins' is a self-fertile variety = only one tree is needed. However, fruit setting is enhanced by having another variety nearby.</p> <p><meta charset="utf-8"> <em>Picture taken in January,&nbsp;as to&nbsp;why there are no leaves on the tree.</em></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Common names</b> : Bigarrå, Bigarreau, Lapins Sweet Cherry, Cherokee Cherry<br> <b>Scientific name</b> : <em>Prunus tomentosa</em><br> <b>Family</b> : Rosaceae</span></p> <p><strong>Plant history &amp; use:</strong></p> <p class="p1"><meta charset="utf-8"> 'Lapins' is a blackcurrant variety with large dark berries. Similar in color and size to the blackcurrants you can usually buy in stores and on street stalls. The berries can be up to 3.3 cm in diameter and weigh 8-10 grams. The fruit has a firm, juicy flesh and a crispy texture. The taste is sweet, with a slight acidity and very aromatic. The berries are resistant to rainy periods and do not crack easily.</p> <p class="p1">'Lapins' is a Canadian variety developed by Karl O. Lapins in 1965 by crossing the varieties 'Van' and 'Stella'. The variety won <em>the Award of Garden Merit</em> in 2014.</p> <p class="p1">Semi-low-growing variety that does not reach higher than 3.5 to 5.5 meters.</p> <p class="p1">Blooms beautifully in spring. Fruit ripens in late July to early August.</p> <p class="p1">Good pollinator for almost all other cherry varieties.</p> <p><strong>Culture:</strong></p> <p class="p1">Grows best in full sun and moist, nutritious and well-drained soil.</p> <p class="p1">Pruning promotes fruit setting. These plants were pruned in 2024.</p> <p class="p1">Pollinated by varieties such as <span>'Merton Glory', 'Stella' etc.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Features</b> :<br><br> Year: Perennial<br> Growing position: sun<br> Height: 3.5-5.5 m<br> Growing zone: 1-4</span></p>

<p data-mce-fragment="1"> 1 plant Blueberry 'Borealis': 2 years old - ready to bloom = bear fruit</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><meta charset="utf-8"> Current height 40-60 cm</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Common names:</strong> Blueberry, Honeyberry, Blue Honeysuckle, Haskap Berry, Honeyberry <strong data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1">Scientific name:</strong> <em data-mce-fragment="1">Lonicera caerulea var. kamtschatica</em><em data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1"></em> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Family:</strong> Caprifoliaceae</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong><span>Plant history &amp; use:</span></strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Full description coming soon...</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Culture:</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Full description coming soon...</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: sun / partial shade<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Height: 150 cm <br data-mce-fragment="1">Growing zone: 1-7</p>

<p data-mce-fragment="1"> 1 plant Blueberry 'Wojtek': 2 years old - ready to bloom = bear fruit</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><meta charset="utf-8"> Current height 60-70 cm</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Common names:</strong> Blueberry, Honeyberry, Bärtry, Haskap, Honeyberry, Haskap Berry, Blue Honeysuckle <strong data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1">Scientific name:</strong> <em data-mce-fragment="1">Lonicera caerulea var. kamtschatica</em><em data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1"></em> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Family:</strong> Caprifoliaceae</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong><span>Plant history &amp; use:</span></strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Full description coming soon...</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Culture:</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Full description coming soon...</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: sun / partial shade<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Height: 150-170 cm<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Growing zone: 1-7</p>

<p data-mce-fragment="1"> 1 plant Blueberry 'Zojka': 2 years old - ready to bloom = bear fruit</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><meta charset="utf-8"> Current height 40-60 cm</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Common names:</strong> Blueberry, Honeyberry, Blue Honeysuckle, Haskap Berry, Honeyberry <strong data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1">Scientific name:</strong> <em data-mce-fragment="1">Lonicera caerulea var. kamtschatica</em><em data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1"></em> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Family:</strong> Caprifoliaceae</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong><span>Plant history &amp; use:</span></strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Full description coming soon...</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Culture:</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Full description coming soon...</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: sun / partial shade<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Height: 160 cm<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Growing zone: 1-7</p>

<p> <span>SEEDS (50pcs/bag)</span><br> <br><strong>Common names</strong> <span>: Holy basil, Kapoor, Rama Tulsi, Holy Basil</span><br> <strong>Scientific name</strong> <span>: <em>Ocimum africanum</em></span><br> <strong>Family</strong> <span>: Lamiaceae</span><br><br> <strong>Plant history &amp; use</strong> <span>:</span><br></p> <p> 'Temperate Tulsi' - the name speaks for itself. This is a hardier variety of Holy Basil ( <em>O. tenuiflorum</em> ), 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 <span style="color: rgb(78, 153, 29);"><a style="color: rgb(78, 153, 29);" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/helig-basilika-ocimum-tenuiflorum" title="Holy Basil / Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum)" target="_blank"><em><strong>O. tenuiflorum</strong></em></a></span> but the life cycle is also shorter - harvesting can be done after just 40 days. Originates from East Africa.</p> <p>It is described as being more productive in our climate and having better germination than<meta charset="utf-8"> <span style="color: rgb(78, 153, 29);"><a title="Holy Basil / Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum)" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/helig-basilika-ocimum-tenuiflorum" style="color: rgb(78, 153, 29);" target="_blank"><em><strong>O. tenuiflorum</strong></em></a></span> .</p> <p> '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.</p> <p> Holy basil is often confused with Thai basil ( <em>Ocimum basilicum</em> var. <em>thyrsiflora</em> ) - which is a different species.</p> <p> 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.</p> <p>In traditional societies, the herb is also used as a natural mosquito repellent, by applying the aroma from the plant to the skin.</p> <p> The abundantly blooming purple inflorescences are attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies.</p> <p> <strong>Cultivation</strong> <span>:</span></p> <p> Abundant flowering. 'Temperate Tulsi' is an annual and is lower and has a more bushy growth habit than<meta charset="utf-8"> <span style="color: rgb(78, 153, 29);"><a title="Holy Basil / Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum)" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/helig-basilika-ocimum-tenuiflorum" style="color: rgb(78, 153, 29);" target="_blank"><em><strong>O. tenuiflorum</strong></em></a></span> . Self-seeds more efficiently than other basil varieties.</p> <p> 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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p> If you want the plant to focus more on foliage growth, you can cut off inflorescences before they have time to develop.</p> <p> 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.</p> <p> <strong>Sowing</strong> <span>:</span><br><span></span></p> <p> Higher germination in our climate than<meta charset="utf-8"> <span style="color: rgb(78, 153, 29);"><a title="Holy Basil / Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum)" href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/products/helig-basilika-ocimum-tenuiflorum" style="color: rgb(78, 153, 29);" target="_blank"><em><strong>O. tenuiflorum</strong></em></a></span> .</p> <p><span>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.</span><br><br> <strong>Features</strong> <span>:</span><br><br> <span>Year: One year</span><br> <span>Growing position: sun/partial shade</span><br> <span>Height: 40 cm</span><br> <span>Germination time: 5-15 days</span><br></p>

<p data-mce-fragment="1">SEEDS (6pcs/bag)</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Common names:</strong> Himalayan Cherry Prinsepia, Chinese Prinsepia, Himalayan Wild Cherry <strong data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1">Scientific name:</strong> <em data-mce-fragment="1">Prinsepia utilis</em><em data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1"></em> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Family:</strong> Rosaceae</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong><span>Plant history &amp; use:</span></strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> The Himalayan Cherry Principesia is a hardy shrub with edible berries, which are very popular and often eaten as a snack by the inhabitants of its native areas. The shrub is often valued for its ability to cope with conditions of lower temperatures.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Origin is traced to the Himalayas and Manchuria.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> The fruits are also often used to make juice, jams, marmalades and other preserves.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> The seeds are used to produce an oil that is used in cooking (Fern, K.).</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Oil extracted from the seeds is also applied to muscle pain caused by overexertion (Chopra. RN et al.). The oil is also applied to the forehead and temples to treat and relieve colds (Manandhar. NP). The fruit is used in Chinese medicine.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> The seed contains about 21% fatty acids (Chopra. RN et al.). In addition to being edible, it can also be used for lighting.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> The oil cake (what is left after pressing the oil from the seeds) is used for washing clothes (Manandhar. NP).</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> A deep purple color from the fruits is also used to paint windows and walls.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> The Himalayan Cherry Principesia is grown as a hedge in the Himalayas. The shrub has an extensive root system and is used in erosion prevention to bind the soil.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> The Himalayan Cherry Principesia is also valued for its ability to attract pollinators.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Culture:</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><span>A thorny shrub that often stays under 2 meters in height - however, it can grow up to 5 m. At 5-10 years of age, the shrub is considered to have reached its maximum height.</span></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <span>Does best in slightly moist, but well-drained soil. Preferably place in a sunny, open spot with plenty of room for the shrub to spread out. The shrub can grow to about 2.5 metres wide when fully grown.</span></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Blooms late winter and early spring. Autumn flowers may produce ripe fruit the following spring.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> The Himalayan Cherry Principesia is self-fertile and pollinated by insects.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <span data-mce-fragment="1">The fruits are purple-brown to deep dark blue to black-purple, oblong, about 8mm in diameter. They ripen in autumn and often survive the entire winter intact, in their natural environment.</span></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Sowing:</strong></p> <p> NOTE: These seeds have been stratified (cold period) and can therefore be sown immediately after receipt.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">Sow the seeds in moist soil. Cover with a thin layer (about 1 cm) of soil. Keep the seeds moist. It is advisable to cover the seeds with plastic with air holes, or sow in a mini greenhouse.</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: sun<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Height: 1-5 m<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Germination time: 2-12 weeks<br> <a href="https://tradgardsdags.nu/pages/vaxtzoner-svenska-usda-europa" title="Growing zones - Swedish zones &amp; USDA zones in Sweden and the rest of the world" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><strong><span style="color: #4e991d;">USDA zone</span></strong></a> : 6-9<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Growing zone (rough translation): 1-5<br></p>

<p data-mce-fragment="1"> SEEDS (20pcs/bag)</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Common names:</strong> Japanese Raisin Tree, Oriental Raisin Tree, Raisin Tree, Chi-Chao Li <strong data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1">Scientific name:</strong> <em data-mce-fragment="1">Hovenia dulcis</em><em data-mce-fragment="1"><br data-mce-fragment="1"></em> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Family:</strong> Rhamnaceae</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong><span>Plant history &amp; use:</span></strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><span style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;">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.</span></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <span style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;">The fleshy, sweet and fragrant fruits are eaten raw or cooked. When dried, they take on a taste and appearance reminiscent of raisins.</span> <span style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;"></span></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><span style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;">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.).</span></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <span style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;">The seeds contain about 15% protein and 7.8% fat (Duke. JA &amp; Ayensu. ES).</span></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <span style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;">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 <em>materia medica</em> from the Tang Dynasty in the 7th century.</span></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><span style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;">Modern research confirms that the flavanonol ampelopsin/dihydromyricetin (DHM), found in plants in the genera <em>Ampelopsis</em> and <em>Cercidiphyllum</em> , can reduce symptoms of alcohol intoxication and withdrawal (Reich L.).</span></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <span style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;">Extracts of <em>Hovenia dulcis</em> are commercially available and marketed as a remedy for the after-effects of excessive alcohol consumption.</span></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <span style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;">The tree is traditionally known for its health benefits when consumed in tea form.</span></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"><span style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;"><span>The wood from the Raisin Tree is hard and well suited for making furniture.</span></span></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Culture:</strong></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> 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.).</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Avoid compact and wet soils.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> 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.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Can be topped to keep as a bush or allowed to grow to become more naturally tree-shaped.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1">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.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> 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.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> The raisin tree is self-fertile and produces abundant fruit at maturity.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Sowing:</strong></p> <p> NOTE: These seeds have been stratified (cold period) and can therefore be sown immediately after receipt.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> Sow the seeds in moist soil. Cover with a thin layer (about 1 cm) of soil. Keep the seeds moist.</p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> For some seeds, germination can occur as late as a year later, i.e. another cold period later.</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: sun / light shade<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Height: 4-30 m<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Germination time: 1-12 months<br data-mce-fragment="1"> Growing zone: 1-4<br></p>

<p> Japanese Raisin Tree - current height: 100-130 cm</p> <p> [Picture of tree coming soon]</p> <p><strong>Common names:</strong> Japanese Raisin Tree, Oriental Raisin Tree, Raisin Tree, Chi-Chao Li <strong><br>Scientific name:</strong> <em>Hovenia dulcis</em><em><br></em> <strong>Family:</strong> Rhamnaceae</p> <p> <strong><span>Plant history &amp; use:</span></strong></p> <p> <span style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;">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.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;">The fleshy, sweet and fragrant fruits are eaten raw or cooked. When dried, they take on a taste and appearance reminiscent of raisins.</span> <span style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;"></span></p> <p> <span style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;">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.).</span></p> <p> <span style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;">The seeds contain about 15% protein and 7.8% fat (Duke. JA &amp; Ayensu. ES).</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;">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 <em>materia medica</em> from the Tang Dynasty in the 7th century.</span></p> <p> <span style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;">Modern research confirms that the flavanonol ampelopsin/dihydromyricetin (DHM), found in plants in the genera <em>Ampelopsis</em> and <em>Cercidiphyllum</em> , can reduce symptoms of alcohol intoxication and withdrawal (Reich L.).</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;">Extracts of <em>Hovenia dulcis</em> are commercially available and marketed as a remedy for the after-effects of excessive alcohol consumption.</span></p> <p> <span style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;">The tree is traditionally known for its health benefits when consumed in tea form.</span></p> <p> <span style="font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;"><span>The wood from the Raisin Tree is hard and well suited for making furniture.</span></span></p> <p> <strong>Culture:</strong></p> <p>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.).</p> <p> Avoid compact and wet soils.</p> <p> 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.</p> <p> Can be topped to keep as a bush or allowed to grow to become more naturally tree-shaped.</p> <p> 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.</p> <p> 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.</p> <p>The raisin tree is self-fertile and produces abundant fruit at maturity.</p> <p> <strong>Features:</strong></p> <p> Year: Perennial<br> Growing position: sun / light shade<br> Height: 4-30 m<br> Germination time: 1-12 months<br> Growing zone: 1-4<br></p>

<p><strong>Kinesiskt Judasträd: nuvarande höjd 40–50 cm</strong><br><br><strong>Trivialnamn:</strong> Kinesiskt Judasträd, Chinese Redbud<br><strong>Vetenskapligt namn:</strong> <em>Cercis chinensis</em><br><strong>Familj:</strong> Fabaceae</p> <h4>Växthistoria &amp; användning</h4> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <h4>Jämförelse med Amerikanskt Judasträd (<em>Cercis canadensis</em>)</h4> <p>Kinesiskt Judasträd (<em>C. chinensis</em>) och Amerikanskt Judasträd (<em>C. canadensis</em>) är närbesläktade, men skiljer sig på flera viktiga punkter:</p> <ul> <li> <strong>Växtsätt:</strong> <em>C. chinensis</em> har ofta ett buskigare växtsätt, medan <em>C. canadensis</em> tenderar att bli ett träd med tydligare huvudstam. Man kan dock stamma upp <em>C. chinensis</em> till ett enstammigt träd genom att klippa bort lågväxande grenar på stammen. </li> <li> <strong>Blad:</strong> <em>C. chinensis</em> har ofta tjockare blad än <em>C. canadensis</em>. Bladen är stora och tydligt hjärtformade på båda, men tjockleken på <em>C. chinensis</em><em> </em>blad<em> </em>gör att hjärtformen blir ännu mer tydlig.  </li> <li> <strong>Blommor &amp; frukt:</strong> Blomningen har en mer intensivt rosa nyans och är ofta ännu rikligare hos <em>C. chinensis</em>, därav dess höga värde som prydnadsträd men även dess förmåga att ge ännu fler ätbara bönbaljor.</li> <li> <strong>Härdighet:</strong> <em>C. chinensis</em> är härdig till zon 3, medan <em>C. canadensis</em> klarar zon 4.<meta charset="utf-8"> </li> <li> <strong>Användning i trädgård:</strong> <em>C. chinensis</em> lämpar sig mycket väl som mindre träd eller buske i skyddade lägen, medan <em>C. canadensis</em> ofta används som solitärt träd med något större omfång än föregående.</li> </ul> <h4>Odling</h4> <p>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.</p> <p><em>C. chinensis</em> 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.</p> <p>Passar även bra för uppstamning i större kruka tack vare dess lägre höjd än andra arter Judasträd.</p> <p>Beskärs varsamt vid behov – helst sensommar eller tidig höst – då vårbeskärning riskerar savflöde.</p> <h4>Egenskaper</h4> <p><strong>Årighet:</strong> Flerårig<br><strong>Växtläge:</strong> Sol till halvskugga<br><strong>Höjd:</strong> 2–4 meter<br><strong>Växtzon:</strong> 1–3<br><strong>Användning:</strong> Prydnad, ätliga blommor och baljor, pollinatörsväxt</p>

<p data-mce-fragment="1">1 Cherry Dogwood: 3 years old - current height 50-70 cm</p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Common name</b> : Cornelian Cherry,&nbsp;Cherry Dogwood, Cornelian Cherry Dogwood<br> <b>Scientific name</b> : <i>Cornus mas</i><br> <b>Family</b> : Cornaceae</span></p> <h4 data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Plant history &amp; use:</strong></h4> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">We [Trädgårdsdags] like to refer to the Cherry Dogwood as Europe's (yellow-coloured) counterpart to Sakura - the Japanese cherry trees, which also bloom on bare branches. Like the cherry trees, the Cherry Dogwood also produces interesting, edible berries that can be used for many things.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">The natural distribution of Cherry Dogwood extends from Central and Southeast Europe to Western Asia around the Caucasus, but it has also been successfully planted among others, in Sweden and North America.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">The Cherry Dogwood is usually used for its ornamental value early&nbsp;during year. With its abundant flowering on bare twigs in March-April, it is an invigorating sight before much else has had time to bloom. As such, it also provides a valuable early source of nectar and pollen for pollinators. The flowers are small and yellow and sit in clusters.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">From the flowers it becomes<meta charset="utf-8"> then olive-shaped red berries that are edible. The berries ripen in late summer or early fall. The fruit is hard, sour and harsh before it is ripe but softens and increases in sweetness as it ripens. Another guide to when the fruit is ripe is to look at the ground - when the fruit starts to fall, it has sweetened. For easier harvesting, you can then shake the branches and then pick up the berries that fall, this because they do not all ripen at the same time.<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">The berries described as cranberry/sour cherry/plum taste can be used to make jelly, jam, juice, fruit wine and as a cocktail berry. The kernels can be roasted, ground and then used as a coffee substitute and unripe fruits can be put in and eaten as a substitute for olives. The Cherry Dogwood has long been used in Mediterranean countries and Western Asia precisely for its fruits and the medicinal qualities they are considered to have. The berries contain a high content of vitamin C and the antioxidant anthocyanin, which gives the fruit its color.<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">The Cherry Dogwood is self-pollinating, but the harvest can be more abundant if several individuals are planted together.</span></p> <h4 data-mce-fragment="1"><strong data-mce-fragment="1">Cultivation:</strong></h4> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">The Cherry Dogwood thrives best in full sun to partial shade, but also works well in shadier locations, but then sets fewer berries.<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">If it is allowed to grow freely, it will become a wide and full-bodied bush. It is also perfectly possible to stem it into a small tree and the crown can be as wide as the tree can be tall. Free-growing, it becomes multi-stemmed, but it is just as well to choose to keep and stem one of the stems. Cherry Dogwood can also be used as a hedge plant as it responds well to pruning.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">Has an upright growing habit, but if the branches become long, their tips may start to point downwards.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">The Cherry Dogwood&nbsp;prefers well-drained, nutrient-rich soil and is not picky about pH, although calcareous soil is particularly favorable. The<i> </i>is favored by heat and tolerates drought once it has established itself.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1">The trunk is grey-brown and the bark of slightly older individuals flakes finely. The Cherry Dogwood is deciduous and the autumn color is a beautiful brown-yellow to reddish-brown.</span></p> <h4 class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>Characteristics</b>:<br></span></h4> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"></span><span class="s1">Lifespan: Perennial<br>Location: sun/part shade<br> Height: 3-6 m<br>USDA Zone: 1-4</span></p>

<p><strong>Lavandin av sorten 'Grosso': nuvarande höjd 20–30 cm</strong><br><br><strong>Trivialnamn:</strong> Lavandin<br><strong>Vetenskapligt namn:</strong> <em>Lavandula × intermedia</em><br><strong>Familj:</strong> Lamiaceae</p> <h4>Växthistoria &amp; användning</h4> <p>Lavandin 'Grosso' är en av de mest odlade lavandinsorterna i kommersiell produktion – särskilt i Frankrike där den odlas i stor skala för sin höga halt av eterisk olja och tydliga, klassiska lavendeldoft. Det är en robust och kraftigväxande sort som passar lika bra i örtträdgården som i större planteringar. Lavandin är högre än äkta lavandel och lämpar sig därför bättre till syften av en lågväxande häck. </p> <p>Blommorna används till torkning, lavendelpåsar, teblandningar, örtsalt och naturlig kroppsvård. Lavandin har traditionellt använts för att skapa ro, lindra huvudvärk och stötta sömnen – ofta i form av doftpåsar eller avkok.</p> <h4>Odling</h4> <p>Trivs i soligt, väldränerat och gärna kalkrikt läge. 'Grosso' är kraftigare än vanlig lavendel och bildar snabbt stora, täta plantor. Passar utmärkt som låg häck eller som solitär i större örtrabatter. Klipps ner efter blomning för att bevara formen och främja ny tillväxt. Tål värme och torka väl, men kräver dränering för att klara vintern.</p> <h4>Egenskaper</h4> <p><strong>Årighet:</strong> Flerårig<br><strong>Växtläge:</strong> Sol<br><strong>Höjd:</strong> 60–80 cm<br><strong>Växtzon:</strong> 1–5 (med god dränering)<br><strong>Blomning:</strong> Juli–augusti<br></p>

<p><strong>Lavandin av sorten 'Phenomenal': nuvarande höjd 5–10 cm</strong><br><br><strong>Trivialnamn:</strong> Lavandin<br><strong>Vetenskapligt namn:</strong> <em>Lavandula × intermedia</em><br><strong>Familj:</strong> Lamiaceae</p> <h4>Växthistoria &amp; användning</h4> <p>Lavandin är en korsning mellan äkta lavendel (<em>Lavandula angustifolia</em>) och spiklavendel (<em>Lavandula latifolia</em>), framtagen för att kombinera den förstnämndas arom med den senares växtkraft och tålighet. Sorten 'Phenomenal' är särskilt känd för sin härdighet, täta form och förmåga att klara både fukt och kyla bättre än många andra lavendelsorter. Lavandin blir även högre än vanlig lavendel - passar därför bra i syfte av en lågväxande häck.</p> <p>Blommorna har hög eterisk oljehalt och används precis som vanlig lavendel till torkning, doftpåsar, teblandningar, örtblandningar och naturlig hudvård. Lavandin används också kommersiellt för utvinning av lavendelolja, tack vare sin rika doft.</p> <h4>Odling</h4> <p>Trivs i full sol i väldränerad, gärna kalkrik jord. Klarar både värme och torka, men också svensk vinter bättre än de flesta lavendelsorter – förutsatt god dränering. Klipps tillbaka efter blomning för att hålla växten kompakt. Utmärkt i rabatt, örtträdgård, slänter eller som kantväxt.</p> <h4>Egenskaper</h4> <p><strong>Årighet:</strong> Flerårig<br><strong>Växtläge:</strong> Sol<br><strong>Höjd:</strong> 50–70 cm<br><strong>Växtzon:</strong> 1–5 (god dränering krävs)<br><strong>Blomning:</strong> Juli–augusti</p>

<p><strong>Lavendel: nuvarande höjd 20–30 cm</strong><br><br><strong>Trivialnamn:</strong> Lavendel<br><strong>Vetenskapligt namn:</strong> <em>Lavandula angustifolia</em><br><strong>Familj:</strong> Lamiaceae</p> <h4>Växthistoria &amp; användning</h4> <p>Lavendel är en klassisk flerårig kryddväxt med rötter i Medelhavsområdet och lång tradition i både hushåll, örtagårdar och naturmedicin. Blommorna har en tydlig, aromatisk doft och lockar mängder av pollinatörer. Lavendel används både färsk och torkad – till teblandningar, i bakning, till lavendelsocker, örtblandningar, hemgjorda salvor eller som dekoration. Inom traditionell örtanvändning sägs lavendel främja lugn, matsmältning och sömn.</p> <h4>Odling</h4> <p>Planteras i soligt, varmt och väldränerat läge – gärna med inslag av sand eller grus i jorden. Lavendel trivs bäst i kalkrik jord och kräver god dränering för att klara vintern. Klipps ner lätt efter blomning för att hålla en tät och fin form. Passar bra i örtagårdar, stenpartier, som kantväxt eller i kruka.</p> <h4>Egenskaper</h4> <p><strong>Årighet:</strong> Flerårig<br><strong>Växtläge:</strong> Sol<br><strong>Höjd:</strong> 40–60 cm<br><strong>Växtzon:</strong> <meta charset="utf-8">1–5 (väldränerat läge)<br><strong>Blomning:</strong> Juni–juli<br></p>

<p data-mce-fragment="1"> 1st Plum cherry: 4 years old - current height 80-100 cm</p> <p class="p1"> <span class="s1"><b>Common names</b> : Down cherry, Nanjing / Korean / Manchu / Shanghai / Ando / Mountain Cherry, Chinese Dwarf Cherry<br> <b>Scientific name</b> : <em>Prunus tomentosa</em><br> <b>Family</b> : Rosaceae</span></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Plant history &amp; use:</strong></p> <p class="p1"><meta charset="utf-8"> <em>Full description on the way...</em></p> <p data-mce-fragment="1"> <strong data-mce-fragment="1">Culture:</strong></p> <p class="p1"><meta charset="utf-8"> <em>Full description on the way...</em></p> <p class="p1"> <span class="s1"><b>Features</b> :<br><br> Year: Perennial<br> Growing position: sun/partial shade<br> Height: 1.5-3m<br> Growing zone: 1-6</span></p>

<p><strong>Luktpion av sorten 'Alexander Fleming': nuvarande höjd 20–30 cm i C2 kruka</strong><br><br><strong>Trivialnamn:</strong> Luktpion<br><strong>Vetenskapligt namn:</strong> <em>Paeonia lactiflora</em><br><strong>Familj:</strong> Paeoniaceae</p> <h4>Växthistoria &amp; användning</h4> <p>Luktpionen har odlats i Sverige sedan 1800-talet och är uppskattad för sin doft, sin hållbarhet som snittblomma och sitt stabila växtsätt. Sorten ’Alexander Fleming’ får stora, tätt fyllda ljusrosa blommor med kraftig doft – klassisk pionkänsla i både uttryck och doft.</p> <p>Förutom sitt prydnadsvärde har pioner använts i både mat och traditionell örtmedicin, framför allt i Asien. Rötterna har kokats och ätits i soppor, unga stjälkar har använts som kokgrönsak, och fröna har torkats, pulveriserats och blandats i te.</p> <p>Rötterna från<em> P. lactiflora</em> har använts i över 1 500 år inom kinesisk medicin och ingår där som en av huvudingredienserna i den välkända örtsoppan 'Four Things Soup', som traditionellt används som stärkande tonic för kvinnor (<strong>Chevallier. A.</strong> <em>The Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants</em>).</p> <h4>Odling</h4> <p>Trivs i sol till lätt halvskugga i väldränerad, näringsrik jord. Pioner vill stå orörda – plantera på permanent plats och undvik att flytta dem i onödan. Knölarna planteras grunt; för djupt planterade pioner blommar dåligt. ’Alexander Fleming’ är härdig och långlivad, och blommar år efter år med lite grundskötsel. Klipp ner vissna stjälkar på hösten och täck gärna med löv i kallare lägen. Gödsla lätt på våren.</p> <h4>Egenskaper</h4> <p><strong>Årighet:</strong> Flerårig<br><strong>Växtläge:</strong> Sol till lätt halvskugga<br><strong>Höjd:</strong> 60–90 cm<br><strong>Växtzon:</strong> 1–5<br><strong>Blomning:</strong> Juni<br></p>

<p><strong>Luktpion av sorten 'Sarah Bernhardt': nuvarande höjd 10–20 cm i C2 kruka</strong><br><br><strong>Trivialnamn:</strong> Luktpion<br><strong>Vetenskapligt namn:</strong> <em>Paeonia lactiflora</em><br><strong>Familj:</strong> Paeoniaceae</p> <h4>Växthistoria &amp; användning</h4> <p>Luktpionen har odlats i Sverige sedan 1800-talet och är uppskattad för sin doft, sin hållbarhet som snittblomma och sitt stabila växtsätt. Sorten ’Sarah Bernhardt’ är en av de mest välkända och odlingsvärda pionerna, älskad för sina stora, ljusrosa, tätt fyllda blommor med svag doft. Den blommar något senare än många andra sorter och har utmärkt hållbarhet som snittblomma. Det är även en utav de äldsta sorterna - I Sverige finns det många exempel på plantor av ’Sarah Bernhardt’ som vuxit på samma plats i 30–50 år eller mer.</p> <p>Förutom sitt prydnadsvärde har pioner använts i både mat och traditionell örtmedicin, framför allt i Asien. Rötterna har kokats och ätits i soppor, unga stjälkar har använts som kokgrönsak, och fröna har torkats, pulveriserats och blandats i te.</p> <p>Rötterna från <em>P. lactiflora</em> har använts i över 1 500 år inom kinesisk medicin och ingår där som en av huvudingredienserna i den välkända örtsoppan 'Four Things Soup', som traditionellt används som stärkande tonic för kvinnor (<strong>Chevallier. A.</strong> <em>The Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants</em>).</p> <h4>Odling</h4> <p>Trivs i sol till lätt halvskugga i väldränerad, näringsrik jord. Pioner vill stå orörda – plantera på permanent plats och undvik att flytta dem i onödan. Knölarna planteras grunt; för djupt planterade pioner blommar dåligt. ’Sarah Bernhardt’ är härdig och långlivad, och blommar år efter år med lite grundskötsel. Klipp ner vissna stjälkar på hösten och täck gärna med löv i kallare lägen. Gödsla lätt på våren.</p> <h4>Egenskaper</h4> <p><strong>Årighet:</strong> Flerårig<br><strong>Växtläge:</strong> Sol till lätt halvskugga<br><strong>Höjd:</strong> 80–100 cm<br><strong>Växtzon:</strong> 1–5<br><strong>Blomning:</strong> Juni–juli</p>