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Dandelion Seeds (Taraxacum officinale) ~Traditional Herb Pollinator Garden

July 9, 2026

Their widespread habit is a product of their ability to thrive in degraded and human-disturbed soils, an impressive feat that deserves celebration. The bright yellow puffs that blossom from their toothed rosettes are a source of hope and color when the world is still gray.

Garlic Chive Seeds (Allium tuberosum) ~Culinary Herb Perennial Pollinator Garden

July 9, 2026

Garlic Chive Seeds (Allium tuberosum) ~Culinary Herb Perennial Pollinator Garden Garlic Chives are a useful herb with aesthetic charm, spreading their soft, grass-like leaves and delicate, star-shaped white flowers in gardens across the world.

Official Hyssop Seeds (Hyssopus officinalis) ~Traditional Herb Pollinator Garden

July 9, 2026

The Honeybee in particular flocks to hyssop when in bloom. © Earthbeat Seeds. PICK UP OPTION. Alexanders, Golden (Zizia aurea). You might also like.

Agastache rugosa, Korean Mint, Huo Xiang, Purple Giant Hyssop, Indian Mint

July 9, 2026

Agastache rugosa, also known as wrinkled giant hyssop,Korean mint,purple giant hyssop,Indian mint, Chinese patchouli, or Huoxiang (Chinese: 藿香; pinyin: huòxiāng), is an aromatic herb in the mint family, native to East Asia (China, Japan, Korea, Russian Primorye, Taiwan, India, and Vietnam).

Ramp (Wild Leeks) Seeds (Allium tricoccum) ~Wild Edible Woodland At Risk Species

July 8, 2026

A sure sign we have evolved with this plant ally. © Earthbeat Seeds. You might also like. Alexanders, Golden (Zizia aurea).

Dyer’s Chamomile Seeds (Anthemis tinctora) ~Dye Plant Pollinator Garden

July 8, 2026

Dyer’s Chamomile Seeds (Anthemis tinctora) ~Dye Plant Pollinator Garden This herbaceous perennial plant is like sunshine in the garden. Dyer’s Chamomile belongs to the sunflower family and produces beautiful bright yellow daisy like blossoms that have feathery foliage.

German Chamomile Seeds (Matricaria recutita) ~Traditional Herb Pollinator Garden

July 8, 2026

This sweet aromatic annual has delicate finely cut leaves and lovely small daisy like flowers. Chamomile is helpful in calming spasms and inflammation and as an external wash for cuts, wounds and swollen eyes.

Tulsi, Vana aka Holy Basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum var. vana)

July 8, 2026

Native to India and East Africa, it carries a bold, uplifting aroma that is both spicy and citrusy, with a distinct clove-like scent. Its larger, textured leaves mature into graceful spikes of tiny white blossoms that attract pollinators, while warm weather encourages vigorous growth, forming airy, branching shrubs that sway beautifully in the breeze.

Dill, Mammoth (Anethum graveolens)

July 8, 2026

Records of its use as a digestive aid and tonic have even been found in the tombs of ancient Egypt. During the Middle Ages, Dill was believed to possess magical powers that could destroy evil spells and protect the wearer if warn as a charm.

Cilantro, Slow Bolt (Coriandrum sativum)

July 8, 2026

The word ‘coriander’ is derived from the Greek ‘koris’ for ‘bug,’ on account of its pungency. Coriander often shows up as a love symbol, and has been utilized throughout Chinese history in love potions.

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