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Sea kale (Crambe maritima)

As this plant is used to coastal conditions it always welcomes a pinch of salt in its fertilizer. It has its place in many a medieval menu, the stalks served parboiled. The harvest of its leaves can be ongoing throughout the season. Heirloom variety (read more about Details

Tatarican Colewort (Crambe tartarica)

Somewhat more robust than its relative the sea kale, this plant also offers its roots, to be prepared and eaten just like a radish.
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Growing instructions
Very hardy perenial, tolarates different conditions. Germination can be slow so it is best to sow the seed in pots. Germination usually takes place in 3 - 5 w...

Cornichon (Cucumis sativus 'Cornichons')

If harvested young, the robust fruits are perfect for pickling. In Germany pickled gerkins are traditionally served on the morning after a heavy night of drinking. Harvest festivals usually end with what is known as Kater Fruehstuck -hangover breakfast, gammon, mash, sauerkraut and pickled gerkins.
30 Seeds

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Cucumber 'Chinesische Schlangen' (Cucumis sativus)

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'Purple Tiger' (Capsicum annuum)

The pepper changes slowly from purple to red.
40 Seeds

Growing instructions
Sow seeds late winter to early spring indoors. The seed usually germinates in 3 - 4 weeks at 20 °C (68 °F). Pot up the seedlings into individual pots in rich well drained soil. If trying them outdoors, then plant them out after the last expected f...

Rampion (Campanula rapunculus)

The leaf rosettes and white tuberous routes of this bellflower can be used as a salad or vegetable. It was widely cultivated in the 17th century in central Europe.
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Growing instructions
These are very tiny seeds which should be mixed with finest sand for an even sowing. Do not cover, only press them in gently. ...

Chop Suey Green (Chrysanthemum coronarium)

Shungiku is easy to cultivate and plays an important role in many a kitchen in the Far East. The juicy young leaves can be eaten raw or blanched.
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Growing instructions
Sow early spring indoors. Pot up the seedlings into individual pots as soon as the first true leaf appears and plant them out after the last exp...

Edible Quamash (Camassia quamash)

For the Indians of North America the tubers of this lily were part of a daily diet. They have a pleasant taste which goes well with potato. The plant grows wild in damp fields and is fairly easy to cultivate.
50 Seeds

Growing instructions
This plant is a cold-germinator. The sowing must be kept cold for a period of some w...

Tabasco pepper (Capsicum frutescens)

Tabasco chillies not only have a reputation for being rather heated, but are also embraced as a treatment for rheumatism. They are very robust and happy to grow in a pot on a windowsill.
20 Seeds

Growing instructions
Sow seeds late winter to early spring indoors. The seed usually germinates in 3 - 4 weeks at 20 °C (68 °F)...

Leaf coriander (Coriandrum sativum)

One of the bitter herbs prescribed by the Jews at the feast of Passover. Usually used as a herb in cooking, the seed may also be served coated in sugar as a comfit.
200 Seeds

Growing instructions
Annual plant. Sow in April outdoors or grow as a pot plant....

Field Marigold (Calendula arvensis)

Field Marigold (Calendula arvensis) grows wild in southern Europe. Good against chilblains, warts and other skin irritations but also used to colour butter and thicken soups.
50 Seeds

Growing instructions
Sow the seeds directly outside in spring (or start your seeds indoors)....

Cumin (Cuminum cyminum)

Cumin has been cultured since the time of the Minoans! It is an umbelliferous plant baring aromatic seeds which are used for flavouring cheeses, cakes, liqueurs but perhaps best known as an ingredient in curry powder.
300 Seeds

Growing instructions
Sow the seeds directly outside in spring (or start your seeds indoors)....

Dona Ana (Coryphantha palmerii)

American Indians ascribe great powers to this small spiky Mexican ball-cactus.
30 Seeds

Growing instructions
Sow seeds in sandy soil. Do not cover the small seeds, but press gentle into the earth. Keep seeds in constant moisture with temperatures of about 20 °C (68 °F). In winter, the dormant period, plants should be wate...

Calamint (Calamintha nepata)

A very robust species of mint with an intense smell.
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Hardy perennial. Sow indoors and plant them out after the last expected frosts. Seeds need light for germination (just cover thinly). Tolerates different conditions....

Good King Henry (Chenopodium bonus-henricus)

There was a time when this plant was a common sight in every garden. As it starts to mature very early on in the year it was usually harvested when (and probably because) nothing else was ripe With its harsh, slightly biting aroma one could say it has an acquired taste. Heirloom variety (read more about Details

Red valerian (Centranthus ruber)

Red valerian, a Mediterranean relative of valeriana officinalsi, is widely grown for its spurred flowers. Its leaves can be prepared and enjoyed like lambs lettuce.
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Growing instructions
Red valerian, a Mediterranean relative of valeriana officinalsi, is widely grown for its spurred flowers. Its leaves can be p...

Quinoa (Chenopodium quinoa)

This staple food of the Inkas was ousted by various cereals introduced by the colonists. The leaves are eaten like spinach and the numerous yellow seeds taste best boiled. They contain an unusually high amount of amino acids.
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Sow the seeds directly outside in spring (or start your seeds in...

Lemon grass (Cymbopogon flexuosus)

A tropical grass yielding an oil smelling of lemon (malabar oil), which finds much use in Asian cooking. It thrives best in a warm climate.
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Growing instructions
Tropical plant for greenhouse or indoor growing. Sow seeds on soil surface and keep moist (but not soggy) and warm (!). Prefers a sunny location. Tole...

Marigold (Calendula officinalis)

Good against chilblains, warts and other skin irritations but also used to colour butter and thicken soups.
50 Seeds

Growing instructions
Sow the seeds directly outside in spring (or start your seeds indoors)....

Root Chervil (Chaerophyllum bulbosum)

An umbelliferous plant with small white flowers and a carrot-like tap route, which is used for flavouring soups etc. The aroma intensifies the longer the plant is stored. Heirloom variety (read more about Heirloom plants).
200 Seeds...