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ALOE
(Aloe vera) |
Hardy perennial succulent to 80 cm. Orange flower spikes. Use leaves fresh, cut as needed. Apply jelly-like substance direct to burns, insect bites, rashes. Has many medicinal uses. |
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$4.50 |
$7.50 |
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| AMARANTH Leaf
(Amaranthus gangeticus) |
Annual, grows to 1.5 metres, leaves and stems used like spinach. High in protein, vitamins and minerals. |
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$2.50 |
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ARROWROOT
(Canna edulis) |
Height 2 metres. Leaves used for animal fodder and mulch. Tuber eaten raw or cooked, has good flavour. Commercial source for the easily digested starch. Fast growing perennial, loves moisture. |
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$6.00 |
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ARTICHOKE Globe
(Cynara scolymus)
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Grows to 1.5 metres, a prized delicacy. Used steamed, casseroles and preserves. Fast growing, likes rich well drained soil. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
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ARTICHOKE Jerusalem (Helianthus tuberosa)
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Height to 1.2 metres. Hardy, grown by tuber, has showy yellow flowers. Dig after flowering as required, eat raw or cooked, good flavour. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
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ASPARAGUS - Mary Washington (Asparagus officinalis) |
Perennial to 2m, popular old variety, robust spears. Harvest after 2 yrs. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
$4.50 |
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BASIL Perennial Sweet (Ocimum obovatum) |
Hardy perennial to 1 metre. Bushy habit. Leaves have a sweet tasty aroma. Tolerates some frost. Use fresh or dried in salads and cooking. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
$7.50 |
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BEANS Climbing Epicure (Phaseolus vulgaris) |
Take up little room and yield over a long period, provide trellis. Long, flat, green pods to 20cm. Stringless when young. Hardy and a strong grower. |
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$2.50 |
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BEETROOT - Detroit Red
(Beta vulgaris) |
Producing round red roots up to 12cm across. Smooth tender, sweet flavour. Use in salads, soups, cooked or preserved. |
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$2.50 |
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BERGAMOT
(Monardia nobilis) |
Attractive aromatic herb for sun-part shade position. Grows to 80cm with showy pink flowers. Used for herbal tea & pot pouri. |
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$4.50 |
$7.50 |
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BOK CHOY - Chinese Cabbage (Brassica species) |
Annual loose-leaf cabbage, with lime green succulent leaves and white crunchy stems. Harvest large leaves over a long period. |
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$2.50 |
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BOYSENBERRY
(Rubus hybrida) |
Very hardy perennial, produces abundant large dark wine coloured fruit after 2 years. Coastal and inland.
Train canes on wires. |
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$5.00 |
$5.00 |
$7.50 |
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BROAD BEAN Coles Dwarf Prolific (Vicia faba) |
Compact grower to 1 metre, good cropper with 20cm pods. |
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$2.50 |
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BROAD BEAN Long Pod
(Vicia faba) |
Hardy vegetable, annual to 1.5 metres high, producing large sized pods. Eaten fresh or cooked. |
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$2.50 |
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BROCCOLI Albert
(Brassica oleracea) |
Compact plant, dark green, large heads. |
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$4.50 |
$2.50 |
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BROCCOLI Green Sprouting (Brassica oleracea) |
Popular variety producing over a long period. Rich in calcium, vitamins and minerals. |
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$4.50 |
$2.50 |
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CALENDULA
(Calendula officinalis) |
Annual to 45cm, medicinal, bright orange flowers, excellent strain, for flower display, to colour food. |
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$2.50 |
$3.50 |
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CAPSICUM Californian Wonder |
Popular Summer vegetable, high yielding, shrubby plants for warm sunny position. Bears over a long period. Sweet fruit, cube shaped 10 cm, bell type, heavy producer use green or red, high in Vitamin C. |
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$2.50 |
$2.50 |
$2.50 |
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CAPSICUM Jalapeno Chilli (Capsicum annum) |
Popular Summer vegetable, high yielding, shrubby plants for warm sunny position. Bears over a long period. Popular variety, fruit red or green, hot, 8 cm long, thick flesh, original Mexican chillies. |
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$3.50 |
$3.50 |
$3.50 |
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CARDAMON
(Eleftaria species) |
Perennial to 1.5 metres. Likes shady position, and moisture and is very hardy. Leaves and roots used in cooking and cakes as flavouring. |
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$5.00 |
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CAROB
(Ceratonia siliqua) |
Medium sized evergreen tree, silvery-green leathery leaves, producing edible pods in Summer. Hardy, drought tolerant. Recommend planting 2 or more plants for pollination. |
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$10.00 |
$10.00 |
$15.00 |
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CELERY Tendercrisp
(Apium graveolens var dulce) |
Likes rich well drained soil and ample water. Green smooth stringless, hardy. |
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$2.50 |
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CHAMOMILE German
(Matricaria chamomilla) |
Annual to 60cm, soft fine foliage, producing masses of small daisy flowers. Popular herbal tea. |
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$2.50 |
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CHAMOMILE Lawn
(Anthemis nobilis) |
Aromatic hardy perennial ground cover with small yellow, white daisy flowers in summer. Likes cool moist soils. Makes excellent lawn substitute, pathways, lawn seats. Leaves highly aromatic. Herbal tea from flowers and hair rinse. |
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$2.50 |
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CHIVES
(Allium schoenoprasum) |
Compact and clump forming perennial.
Mauve flowers, small-leafed form of onion. Use fresh in salads, cooking. |
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$4.50 |
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CHIVES Garlic
(Allium tuberosum) |
Garlic onion flavoured strap-like leaves. Perennial to 60 cm, clump forming with white flowers. |
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$4.50 |
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CHRYSANTHEMUM Edible
(Chrysanthemum coronarium) |
Annual to 1.5 metres, very hardy, eat leaves raw or cooked. Attractive Yellow flowers. |
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$2.50 |
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CITRONELLA GRASS (Cymbopogon nardus) |
Hardy perennial grass to 1.2 metres. Fragrant leaves source of Citronella oil. Useful insect repellent. Also used in cooking, rich in Vitamin C. Suitable for warm frost free areas.
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$5.00 |
$5.00 |
$7.50 |
$10.00 |
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COFFEE Arabica
(Coffea arabica) |
Attractive shrub to 1.5 metres, glossy green leaves with creamed coloured flowers. Red berries are cleaned and roasted for beverage. Prefers warm shady position, frost free. Indoor plant. |
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$5.00 |
$5.00 |
$7.50 |
$10.00 |
| COMFREY - (Symphytum officinale) |
Perennial, likes sun and shade, fertile position. Rich in vitamins, excellent mulch, good liquid fertilizer, also add to compost. Many other uses. |
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$5.00 |
$7.50 |
$10.00 |
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COREOPSIS Gold
(Coreopsis lanceolata) |
Hardy perennial to 90 cm, flowering over a long period through Spring - Summer. Deep golden blooms to 8cm across. Tolerates hot and cold conditions. Attractive backdrop or planted as a mass, good cut flower. |
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$2.50 |
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CORIANDER
(Coriandrum sativum) |
Annual to 60cm, white flowers, leaves used in cooking and salads, seeds add flavour to baking. |
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$2.50 |
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COSMOS Mixed
(Cosmos bipinnatus) |
Fast growing annual to 1.5 metres. Fast grower for sunny position, good bedding display or cut flower. Excellent for backdrop, border planting. Attractive colour display of flowers, red, pink and white. |
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$2.50 |
$2.50 |
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CUCUMBER Lebanese
(Cucumis sativus) |
Summer salad vegetable likes rich well watered soil.
Compact bush variety, the original non-hybrid. Fruit picked at 20cm, green colour, good flavour, non acid. |
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$2.50 |
$2.50 |
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CURRY PLANT
(Helichrysum angustifolium) |
Perennial to 60cm, compact bush with small silvery, curry flavoured foliage, yellow flowers. Likes well drained soil, sunny position. Leaves added to cooked dishes. Excellent border plant. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
$7.50 |
$10.00 |
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DAHLIA Mixed Colours (Myosotis sylvatica) |
Annual to 60cm Compact growing in an excellent range of colours. |
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$2.50 |
$2.50 |
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DIETES |
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$10.00 |
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DILL
(Anethum graveolens) |
Annual to 90 cm. Feathery green-glaucous leaves and yellow flowers. Leaves used in salads and cooking, seeds in baking and flavouring. |
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$2.50 |
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ECHINACEA
(Echinacea purpurea) |
Perennial herb bright purple coneflowers to 100 mm, late summer. Used in a range of medicinal applications. |
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$5.00 |
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EGGPLANT Black Beauty (Solanum melongena) |
Decorative annuals, attractive leaves and flowers. Fruit used in cooking. Large oval black fruit. |
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$2.50 |
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| ELDERBERRY - (Sambucus nigra) |
Hardy shrub to 4 metres, white flowers burgundy berries.Use flowers, berries in cooking, wine, eat fresh. Leaves used for insect repellent, added to compost. Flowers make a cleansing tea. Many uses. |
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$10.00 |
$15.00 |
| EPILOBIUM - (Epilobium species) |
Low growing medicinal herb, annual to 45cm. For shady, moist position. Dried herb used as a tea for the health of men's prostate. |
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$5.00 |
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FENNEL Sweet
(Foeniculum officinale) |
Annual to 1.5 metres. Feathery green leaves, yellow flowers. |
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$2.50 |
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FERNY AZOLLA
(Azolla pinnata) |
Native perennial, ferny green leaves, photosynthetic, nitrogen fixing algae. Keeps water cool, creates shade, uses nutrients. Doubles leaf area in one week, scoop off for mulch, compost. Excellent in ponds. |
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$2.50 |
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FEVERFEW
(Chrysanthemum parthenium) |
Perennial to 80 cm green lacey foliage, attractive yellow white daisy flowers, repels insects, used for fly spray, mild tea made from flowers - for fever and general tonic. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
$7.50 |
$10.00 |
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FLAG IRIS
(Iris pseudacorus) |
Hardy perennial to 1.5 metres, suitable for wet or water logged soils. Long lasting gold flowers with a network of purplish-brown line. |
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$6.00 |
$6.00 |
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FRENCH SORREL
(Rumex scutatus) |
Popular variety, perennial to 50cm. Broad fleshy green leaves with lemony taste. Leaves add a tangy freshness to salads and soups, or lightly steamed. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
$7.50 |
$10.00 |
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FRENCH TARRAGON (Artemisia dracunculus) |
Perennial herb to 50cm. Aromatic small leaves with a mint anise flavour. Used in cooking, bottled vinegars. |
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$5.00 |
$5.00 |
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GALANGAL
(Alpinia officinarum) |
Perennial to 1.5m, long narrow leaves, white orchid like flowers, roots larger than ginger. Vigorous, in garden or pots, moist fertile soil. Use root fresh, dry, culinary spice, flavours drinks, has medicinal properties. |
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$6.00 |
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GARLIC Society
(Tulbaghia violacea) |
Hardy perennial to 40 cm, clump forming with edible strap like leaves, attractive mauve flowers in Spring. Culinary herb with mild garlic flavour. Whole plant used fresh in salads, and cooked dishes. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
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GARLIC Society Variegated (Tulbaghia violacea) |
Clump forming plant to 30cm, attractive green and cream striped leaves, flowers mauve. Delicious leaves used fresh in salads or cooked dishes. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
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GINGER
(Zingiber officinale) |
Perennial to 1 metre, with long narrow leaves. Enjoys warm sheltered position, moist fertile well drained soil. Suitable for pots or garden. Used fresh or dried for culinary and medicinal purposes. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
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| GOTU KOLA - (Centella asiatica) |
Hardy ground cover, likes some sun protection and moist, rich soil. Leaves eaten fresh for longevity and relief from arthritis. |
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$5.00 |
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GOURD Large Mixed
(Lagenaria siceraria) |
Eaten like quash and zucchini when picked young. Many different shaped fruits. Fried fruits can be decorated and used for bowls and musical instruments. Vigorous vine. Large white flowers. |
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$2.50 |
$2.50 |
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GREEN TEA
(Camellia sinensis) |
Evergreen shrub to 4 metres with glossy, green leaves & attractive white flowers. Hardy in sunny to part shade. Pick growing tips regularly, allow to dry. Use as tea. |
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$8.00 |
$8.00 |
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HORSERADISH
(Aromoracia rusticanna) |
Perennial to 60cm, likes deep friable soil. Hardy, easily grown, dies back in Winter. Adds flavour to meat, potatoes, spreads and dips. High in vitamin C. Many medicinal uses. |
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$5.00 |
$5.00 |
$7.50 |
$10.00 |
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HYSSOP (Hyssopus officinalis) |
Aromatic perennial herb to 50cm, with blue flowers, bee attractant. Culinary use, also for tea. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
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ICE CREAM BEAN
(Inga species) |
Small tree to 4 metres, hardy, large pods with sweet edible white pulp. Attractive bronze-green foliage. Fast growing, fruits in 4 years. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
$7.50 |
$10.00 |
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INDIAN CURRY TREE
(Murraya koenigii) |
Small evergreen shrub or tree to 5 m.Strongly scented leaves with white flowers followed by edible, peppery tasting black berries.Whole plant is used, fresh leaves in curries.
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$8.00 |
$8.00 |
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| LAVENDER - French (Lavendula dentata) |
Attractive compact small shrub to 1 metre, grey-green toothed leaves. Dark mauve spikes most of the year. Aromatic flowers dried used in pot pouri. |
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$4.50 |
$7.50 |
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| LAVENDER - Italian (Lavendula stoechas) |
Dense bushy shrub to 90cm, with narrow green leaves and dark purple flower spikes in Spring. Used in pot pouri dried. |
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$4.50 |
$7.50 |
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LEMON BALM
(Melissa officinalis) |
Perennial to 40 cm soft, smooth lime-green leaves. Use fresh in salads, hot, cold drinks, garnishes. A calming herb, helps relieve nervousness and stress. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
$7.50 |
$10.00 |
| LEMONGRASS - (Cymbopogon citratus) |
Very hardy perennial to 1 metre, clump forming, with long thin lemon flavoured leaves. Useful garden mulch and high in Vitamins A and C. Stems used in stir-fries, curry, fish and rice dishes, hot and cold drinks. Mild relief for headaches, colds and anxiety. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
$7.50 |
$10.00 |
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LETTUCE Cos Verdi
(Lactuca sativa) |
Plant in rich well drained soil, sunny moist position. Open, upright hearting variety, crisp leaves with smooth edges, unique sweet taste. |
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$2.50 |
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LETTUCE Everlasting
(Lactuca sativa) |
Loose leaf type, leaves are light green and dissected. |
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$2.50 |
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LETTUCE Frilly Pink
(Lactuca sativa) |
Non-hearting, open leaf type. Large green leaves with attractive pink edges. |
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$2.50 |
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LETTUCE Green Oak
(Lactuca sativa) |
Green open leaf type. Leaves are oak shaped. |
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$2.50 |
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LETTUCE Loose Leaf (Lactuca sativa) |
Open leaf type, light green and frilly. Pick leaves as required. |
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$2.50 |
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LETTUCE Purple Oak
(Lactuca sativa) |
Purple tinged loose leaf with oak shaped leaves. |
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$2.50 |
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LETTUCE Red Mignonette (Lactuca sativa) |
Compact hearting variety. Soft red/brown leaves with a sweet flavour. |
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$2.50 |
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LETTUCE Red Oak Leaf (Lactuca sativa) |
Annual leafy green to 30cm, non-hearting. Leaves red tinged and dissected. |
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$2.50 |
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LETTUCE Ricciolina da Taglio (Lactuca sativa) |
Large loose leaf with deeply lobed curly green leaves. |
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$2.50 |
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LETTUCE Side Pick
(Lactuca sativa) |
Frilly green dissected leaves. Light green colour. Highly decorative loose leaf type. |
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$2.50 |
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LILLYPILLY Magenta
(Syzgium paniculatum) |
Australian native, large shrub, small tree to 6 metres, glossy leaves. Attractive magenta round fruit 1.5-2.5cm eaten fresh, jams, jellies, ice cream. Ideal garden plant, border, wind break, forest regeneration. |
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$4.00 |
$4.00 |
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LOUISIANA SWAMP IRIS
(Iris species) |
Attractive ornamental to 1 metre with long thin leaves, flower mauve - blue with yellow centre. Suitable for sun to part shade, moist soil or partly submerged in water. Grows in garden, dams & ponds. |
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$6.00 |
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LUFFA
(Luffa aegyptiaca |
Train on trellis, large yellow flowers. Bathroom sponge and scrubber.
Eat like marrow when young. |
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$2.50 |
$2.50 |
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MANDARIN Thorny
(Citrus nobilis) |
Very hardy selected seedling, to 4m, excellent crop mandarins 6 years after planting. Fruit-size medium to large, loose skin, easy peeling, excellent eating, sweet, juicy, some seeds. Fruit matures late Winter. Drought tolerant, strong grower with some thorns. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
$7.50 |
$10.00 |
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MARIGOLD Himalayan |
Strong growing bushy plant to 1 metre high, flowering late Summer-Autumn, orange & red in colour. A good companion plant. |
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$2.50 |
$4.50 |
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MARJORAM
(Majorama hortensis) |
Sweet smelling culinary herb to 40cm. Hardy plant liking well drained soil. |
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$4.50 |
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MARSHMALLOW
(Althaea officinalis) |
Perennial to 60 cm. Round leaves, mauve flowers. Eat young leaves and shoots, high in vitamins and minerals. Can be lightly steamed.
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$5.00 |
$5.00 |
$7.50 |
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MESCLUN MIX |
A mixture of leafy greens, including lettuce (green and red types), mizuna and pak choi. |
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$2.50 |
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MINT Common
Mentha viridis) |
Hardy, requires good moisture. Fresh, dried in cooking and cool drinks. Cut back regularly for fresh growth & constant supply. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
$7.50 |
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MINT Eau-de Cologne
(Mentha-piperita citrata) |
To 60cm, purple-green, strongly perfumed leaves. Use for cosmetics, bath water, pot pourri. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
$7.50 |
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MINT Menthol
(Menthol species) |
Compact bush to 45cm, soft lilac flowers in Summer. Fresh leaves used as herb teas, for coughs and colds. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
$7.50 |
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MINT Pennyroyal
(Mentha pulegium) |
Ground cover, small aromatic leaves. Insect repellent and many other uses. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
$7.50 |
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MINT Peppermint
(Mentha piperita) |
Essential oil variety, strong oil content. Dark green leaves used to extract oil, can be brewed for tea, use fresh, dry. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
$7.50 |
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MINT Spearmint
(Mentha spicata) |
Ideal to serve as a cool drink, can be used on meats or fruit salads. Has medicinal properties. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
$7.50 |
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| MUGWORT - (Artemisia vulgaris) |
Aromatic perennial to 2 metres, erect stems and dark green dissected leaves. Medicinal & culinary uses. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
$7.50 |
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MUSHROOM PLANT
(Rungia kiossii) |
Perennial to 1 metre, prefers shady, moist position. Foliage shiny yellow-green with mushroom-like flavour. Use fresh in salads, cooked dishes and garnishes. Higher protein than mushrooms, rich in vitamins A and C, Calcium and Iron. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
$7.50 |
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NASTURTIUM
(Tropaeolum majus) |
Attractive flowering perennial, spreading habit to 40cm. Abundance of yellow-orange flowers produced throughout Winter-Spring. Good companion & ground cover plant. Flowers and leaves used in salads. |
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$4.50 |
$2.50 |
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OKRA Clemsons Spineless |
Quick growing Summer vegetable, annual to 1 metre. Immature fruits eaten steamed and cooked (a real delicacy). |
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$2.50 |
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ONION Gladalan Brown
(Allium cepa) |
Popular old variety, good sized, brown skinned onion. Use fresh or cooked. |
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$2.50 |
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OREGANO
(Origanum vulgare) |
Perennial ground cover, hardy.
Used fresh or dried in tomato dishes, salad and pizza. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
$7.50 |
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PAK CHOI
(Brassica parachinensis) |
Compact fast growing, loose leaf cabbage, with thick, crisp, succulent stalks. Leaves form a dense clump.
Use fresh or in stir-fries. |
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$2.50 |
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PARSLEY Curled
(Petroselinum crispum) |
Biennial to 90cm, compact curly foliage. Leaves used dry or fresh, high source of vitamins and minerals. |
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$3.50 |
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PARSNIP Hollow Crown (Pastinaca sativa) |
Hardy root vegetable, likes cool weather, frost hardy. Long white pointed root. |
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$2.50 |
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PASSIONFRUIT Banana (Passiflora mollisima) |
Evergreen vine, producing very attractive large, pink flowers, fruit yellow skinned, 7cm long with sweet pulp. Suited to cooler areas, dislikes hot conditions. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
$7.50 |
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PASSIONFRUIT Black (Passiflora edulis) |
Vigorous evergreen vine producing large black fruit Summer - Autumn. Juice sweet with orange flesh. Provide support to climb on. Bears fruit in 18 months. |
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$4.50 |
$4.50 |
$7.50 |
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PEA Oregon Sugar Pod
(Pisum sativum) |
Sweet and Tasty winter vegetable, eat fresh or dried. Strong growing bush variety to 50cm. Bears good crop of sweet, flat pods. Eat fresh. |
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$2.50 |
$2.50 |
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PETUNIA Mixed Colours (Petunia nana compacta) |
Colourful annual flowers to 5cm across. For sunny position, tolerates hot conditions. |
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$2.50 |
$2.50 |
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PLANTAIN Broadleaf
(Plantago major) |
Perennial native of Europe. Use young leaves in salads, useful for bites and sting, also medicinal. |
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$2.50 |
$2.50 |
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POPPY Peony Double
(Papaver species) |
Fast growing annual to 80cm, producing large round double pink blooms to 10cm and large dissected leaves. A very showy display throughout Spring. |
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$2.50 |
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PORTULACA Mixed Colours (Portulaca grandiflora) |
Hardy sun loving annual, producing flowers to 5cm across in a brilliant colour range. Height to 20cm. |
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$2.50 |
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RHUBARB Sydney Crimson (Rheum rhubarbarum) |
Perennial to 90cm, plant in rich well drained soil. Stalks cooked for pie, savoury or sweet. Leaves are poisonous, used as spray for the garden. |
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$7.50 |
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ROCKET Salad
(Eruca sativa) |
Annual to 80cm. Mild spicy leaves use in salads, garnishes. Very hardy, cold tolerant. |
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$3.50 |
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ROCKMELON Hale's best (Cucumis melo) |
Summer fruit with sweet edible flesh. Popular variety, sweet juicy orange flesh, delicious flavour, mildew resistant. |
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ROSE APPLE
(Syzgium jumbos) |
Small evergreen tree up to 4 metres. Attractive green leaves with bronze new growth, cream staminate flowers in Spring. White golf ball sized fruits ripen in Summer. Tasty thick flesh, rose flavoured. |
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ROSE GERANIUM (Pelargonium radula) |
Hardy, shruby bushes. Tolerates frost and dry conditions, fast growing perennials grow in average garden soil, sun to part shade. Highly perfumed with unusual leaf shapes and attractive pastel toned flowers in Spring. Leaves scented rose lemon to camphor. Attractive fine cut leaves, pink to purple flowers in Spring. Compact plant to 1.5 metres. Use leaves fresh in cooking, dried in pot pori, pillows. |
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| ROSEMARY - (Rosmarinus officinalis) |
Upright shrubby plant to 1 metre. Small pale flowers, frost and drought tolerant. For sunny position, strong pungent herb used in cooked dishes. |
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RUE
(Ruta graveolens) |
Hardy perennial to 90 cm, blue-green dissected leaves yellow flowers. Grow in sunny position, tolerates dry conditions. Use dried or fresh leaves medicinally or culinary in small quantities. Repellent for fleas, ants, flies, used for eliminating worms. |
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SAGITTARIA
(Sagittaria sagittifolia) |
Hardy easy to grow aquatic plant. Arrow shaped leaves, produces sweet edible bulb to 2cms across, grown as pot plant in bog situation, tub or pond. |
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$5.00 |
$5.00 |
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SALAD BURNET
(Poterium sanguisorba) |
Perennial to 45cm, leaves used in salads and soups, nutty flavour. Attractive garden plant. |
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$2.50 |
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SAW PALMETTO PALM
(Sabal palmetto) |
Native to Florida. Grows to 4 metres, likes moist soil, grown as ornamental, producing fan shaped leaves and olive like fruit. Fruits used medicinally. |
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SELF HEAL
(Prunella vulgaris) |
Attractive variety to 40cm, perennial, eaten fresh, use as garnish. Green tops, golden bulbs to 2.5cm all year. Multiplies readily. |
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SHALLOTS
(Allium fistulosum) |
Perennial variety to 50 cm, straight leaf with a good sized base. Ideal for salads and cooking. |
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$2.50 |
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SILVERBEET Fordhook
(Beta vulgaris) |
Light green leaves to 60cm high, white stalks, popular variety. |
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$2.50 |
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SOAPWORT
(Saponaria officinalis) |
Hardy herb to 1 metre, perennial. Attractive white to pink flowers. Likes sun to part shade. Rhizomes used as a soap lathering agent. Medicinal. |
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SPINACH Southern European (Spinacia oleracea) |
Rich source of vitamins and minerals, eat fresh or steamed. Large leaves like silverbeet, but sweeter. |
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$2.50 |
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SQUASH Early White Bush (Cucurbita pepo) |
Bush variety, white scalloped harvest when young, produces over a long period. Eaten fresh, steamed, or baked. |
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$2.50 |
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STRAWFLOWER
(Helichrysum bracteatum) |
Native everlasting flower to 60cm, producing a bright range of colours, suitable bedding plant and dried flowers. Hardy, open sunny position. |
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$2.50 |
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SWEETPEA Mixed Colours (Lathyrus odoratus) |
Attractive climber to 2 metres, perfumed flowers in a range of colours, good in backdrop gardens. Provide support to climb on. |
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$2.50 |
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| SWEET VIOLET - (Viola odorata) |
Old World plant, hardy perennial to 30cm attractive, edible blue perfume flowers. Likes moist soil, sun to shade position. Medicinal properties. |
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TAMARILLO
(Cyphomandra betacea) |
Fast growing tree to 2.5 metres high. Bunches of red fruit produced after 18 months. Fruit ripens in Autumn. Eaten fresh or in jams and jellies. |
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TANSY
(Tanacetum vulgare) |
Hardy perennial to 1.2 metres, tolerates dryness and poorer soils. Shrubby plant with dissected leaves and showy yellow flower heads. Repels moths, ants, aphids, flies. Treatment for roundworms, rich in minerals for composting. |
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TARO |
Perennial, thrives in moist soil, likes sheltered position,very ornamental.Leaves are nutritious when cooked and can be used to wrap food in. Tubers cooked in many ways. Good survival food. |
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THYME Caraway
(Thymus herba-barona) |
Low growing carpet, minute dark green leaves, strong caraway aroma.
Low water requirement, frost hardy,
mauve flowers in Summer.
Leaves flavour meat, vegetables. |
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(Thymus vulgaris) |
Evergreen culinary herb to 30cm high. For well drained, sunny position. Frost hardy. Used in a variety of cooked dishes. |
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THYME Lemon
(Thymus citriodorus) |
Compact small bush to 30cm high.
Small ovate leaves, strongly lemon scented. Flavour in culinary dishes. |
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TOMATO Tommy Toe (Lycopersicon lycopersicum) |
Popular vegetable in use today.
Eaten fresh or cooked and an excellent source of vitamins. Excellent, produces bunched, bite size red fruit, good flavour. |
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$2.50 |
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TURNIP Purple Top
(Brassica rapa) |
Fast growing ready in 60 days, best when young. Round purple top white under, use fresh, cooked. |
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$2.50 |
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WALNUT Black
(Juglans nigra) |
Fast growing deciduous tree to 10 metres. Cold tolerant, easy to grow. 3cm nuts produced after 6 years. Similar flavour to English walnuts. |
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WATER CHESTNUT Chinese
(Eleocharis dulcis) |
Aquatic bulb grown in tub, or large pot with no drainage, some soil, cover with water. Edible bulb, up to 4cm. Brown skin, white flesh, sweet nutty flavour, eat fresh or cooked. Very easy to grow, low maintenance. Excellent cropper, has potential as a commercial marketing line. 1 bulb can produce up to 1kg of food. |
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WATERCRESS Upland (Barbarea vulgaris) |
Hardy perennial to 60 cm, likes moist soil, produces all year round. Yellow flowers in Spring. Use leaves fresh in salads, soups, sandwiches and ideal garnish plant. High in Vitamin A, B’s and minerals. |
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WATERLILY Yellow
(Nymphae species) |
Attractive aquatic with large yellow flowers and rounded leaves. Likes warm sunny position, temperate to tropical areas. Excellent for ponds or dams. |
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YARROW
(Achillea millefolium) |
Evergreen culinary and medicinal herb to 30cm high. For well drained, sunny position. |
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ZUCCHINI Black Organic (Cucurbita pepo) |
Early maturing, dark green, cylindrical fruit. Bush variety. |
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$2.50 |
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