Kantikari

85 days. Achillea millefolium. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Yarrow. The plant produces abundant blooms of beautiful white flowers, commonly used as a medicinal herb and in herbal teas. It attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects. Good for cut flowers too, as it dries well. Blooms in the summer. Used for medical purposes to treat colds, fevers, and wound healers. One of the most popular herbs for colds and flu. Used topically to stop bleeding by crushing flower tops and leaves. It was used medicinally to slow the flow of blood from wounds. A hot cup of tea made from leaves and flowers induces sweating to help throw off heat and toxins. Yarrow is also commonly known as Nosebleed Plant, Old Man's Pepper, Sanguinary, Soldier's Woundwort, Thousand Leaf, and Devil's Nettle. Drought Tolerant. Excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the Mediterranean region.

120 days. Stevia rebaudiana. Perennial. Stevia. Open Pollinated. The plant produces high yields of dark green leaves. It is used as a sweetener. Stevioside is 300 times sweeter than sugar but without calories. It can be used in place of sugar in drinks, baked goods, desserts, and preserves, and is also a plaque-retardant and tooth decay inhibitor. It is a useful sweetener for diabetics and dieters and is used to treat blood pressure problems. Suitable for containers. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from South America.

Mother of Thyme

90 days. Origanum vulgare. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Italian Oregano. The plant produces good yields of very flavorful dark green Oregano leaves. It has a mild peppery taste and a pungent scent reminiscent of mint. One of the best-tasting Italian Oregano varieties around. Excellent for pizza and Italian dishes. Suitable for containers. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from Italy.

85 days. Mentha pulegium. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Pennyroyal. The plant produces excellent yields of aromatic mint-flavored leaves. It is a low-growing, creeping perennial with tiny lavender-purple flowers. It is used in a variety of remedies and is used in making tea to ease headaches. It can be added to desserts, drinks, and dips. Perfect for seasoning dishes, garnishes, and culinary creations. The plant is said to repel flies, gnats, chiggers, ticks, and mosquitoes! For medical uses, it is used to relieve dizziness and vertigo and is also useful for digestion, flatulence, and stomach problems. This crawling plant is used by homeowners to make permanent landscaping along walkways. Also used as an insect repellent and repels mice. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 197822. A variety from the Mediterranean region.

60 days. Rumex acetosa. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Sorrel. The plant produces good yields of 8" long greens used in salads, soups, and sauces for fish dishes. It has a lemon flavor and is high in Vitamin C. Used in diets for scurvy. A common native speci