| ‘GOLDSTICKS’ TANSY Tanacetum vulgare 'Goldsticks' Excellent cutflower for fresh and dried use. Improvement over the wild form with larger flowers, longer stem length, and longer flowering time. Tansy has a dried flower arrangements; and it was once used by the North American Indians to induce abortions FULL SUN - HARDY PERENNIAL - ZONES 4-9 ‘JACKPOT’ SILVER TANSY Tanacetum niveum 'Jackpot' Soft downy woolly-grey leaves are soon overwhelmed by a shroud of white flowers, so much so that you almost cannot see the leaves. Has the same insect-repelling properties as other tansies. Not invasive. Tansy has a grab bag of present and past uses: it repels ants and cockroaches and other insects; it is a natural dye; the bright yellow button flowers are excellent in dried flower arrangements; and it was once used by the North American Indians to induce abortions FULL SUN - HARDY PERENNIAL ZONES 4-9 CURLY FERN-LEAF TANSY Tanacetum vulgare 'Crispum' Rich emerald green, "70's tuxedo ruffled" leaves make perfect additions to the foundation planting. Also wards off critters as does the species "Tansy" along with the same bright yellow, button flower heads. FULL SUN - HARDY PERENNIAL ZONES 4-9 FRENCH TARRAGON Artemisia dracunculus sativa The true tarragon, which does not propagate by seeds. Dark green, shiny leaves posses distinctive flavor. Grows to 90cm/36". Requires light, well-drained soil in a sunny location. The piece de resistance of all culinary herbs. None has a more enticing and distinctive flavor; suggestive of anise or licorice, it is deeply satisfying to the palate. Essential in famous sauces such as bearnaise, hollandaise and mousseline, and adds a beguiling touch to omelets, marinated meats and poultry stuffing. Try tarragon vinegar as a basis for salad dressings, or tarragon butter drenched over steamed vegetables. SUN/PART SHADE HARDY PERENNIAL ZONES 4-7 THYME Thymus A beautiful aromatic scent and one of the most useful culinary seasonings. It is one of the main ingredients of bouquet garni combined with bay leaf and parsley. It stimulates the appetite and aids digestion of fatty food. Suits food cooked slowly in wine, particularly meat, shellfish, poultry and game. It imparts a pungent flavor to soups, stews and stuffings. Use cautiously when picked fresh, as it is extra pungent. Thyme has strong antiseptic properties. The tea makes an excellent gargle or mouthwash, and is an excellent remedy for sore throats and infected gums. The essential oil is anti-bacterial and anti- fungal and used in the manufacture of toothpaste, mouthwash and gargles. A few drops of the oil added to the bath water helps ease rheumatic pain, and it is often used in liniments and massage oils..FULL SUN - ZONES 3-10 BROADLEAF THYME Coleus amboinicus Not a true thyme, this favorite of tropical America has large fleshy leaves. A keynote flavor in Jamaican cuisine. SHADE - TENDER PERENNIAL - ZONE 11+ TOOTHACHE PLANT Spilanthes oleracea (Australian cress, Spilanthes) Leaves have a mild anesthetizing effect and are useful for toothaches. Also used as an antibiotic against candida. The fresh leaves are edible and are eaten like cress. BEST IN SOME SHADE - ANNUAL VALERIAN Valeriana officinalis Valerian roots have excellent sedative action that is non-addictive. Widely used to allay pain, nervous unrest, migraine, and insomnia. For insomnia valerian doesn't "knock you out" but it works more subtletly by settling the nerves and relaxing the body so that sleep comes more easily. Valerian roots harvested in the second or third year can be made into tinctures, teas, or extracts. SUN/PART SHADE HARDY PERENNIAL - ZONES 4-9 VERVAIN Verbena officinalis Aphrodisiac, said to “secure the favour of the ladies”. Historically associated with sorcerers and witches, bestowing magical powers to those who use it. Slightly bitter tisane is of very old usage as a digestive and sedative nightcap. Also used in Chinese medicine.SUN/PART SHADE - HARDY PERENNIAL ZONES 4-8 VITEX ‘Chaste Tree’Vitex negundo heterophylla Among the very best of honey plants, blooming profusely from midsummer until frost. Normally attains a height of 4m/13ft, but in our area stems are often winter-killed while roots survive to bear lavender-blue blossoms annually. Used for headache, dizziness, coughs and mental unrest. Chastetree has a reputation as an herbal remedy for relieving muscle tension. SUN - PERENNIAL - (ZONES 6-10) |
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| 2012 Quail Hollow Farm Berkeley Springs, WV 25411 304-258-0584 |
| 'GOLDSTICKS' TANSY |
| 'JACKPOT' SILVER TANSY |
| CURLY FERN-LEAF TANSY |
| FRENCH TARRAGON |
| SILVER THYME |
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| VITEX 'CHASTE TREE' |
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| TOOTHACHE PLANT |
| Creeping Thyme Thymus praecox articus Low mat-forming thyme splashed with either white or rose flowers in July. Perennial Hardy in Zones 5-8 English Thyme Thymus vulgaris (Winter thyme) Most popular variety. Broad dark green leaves. Robust growth habit Perennial Hardy in Zones 5-8 French Thyme Thymus vulgaris (Summer thyme) Narrow leaves, distinctly greyer and sweeter than English. Preferred by the French. Needs some winter protection Hardy in Zones 5-9 Lemon Thyme, Golden Thymus x citriodorus Lemon flavor. Scattered yellow edges on most leaves create an attractive foliage contrast. Hardy in Zones 5-8 Lemon Thyme, 'Magic Carpet' Thymus praecox articus 'Magic Carpet' Grows 2” high. Flowers are carmine-pink from May to July. Magic Carpet is well suited for rock gardens, between patio stones, and as a ground cover in sunny areas. Hardy in Zones 5-8 Silver Thyme Thymus vulgaris 'Argenteus' Same flavor and fragrance as English thyme. Lovely accent plant. For hanging baskets and as garden edging. Hardy in Zones 5-8 |
