{"title":"Herbaceous Perennials","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"chocolate-mint-mentha-piperita-chocolate-mint","title":"Chocolate Mint","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\"\u003eChocolate Mint is a captivating herb carrying a delightful mix of fresh mint and subtle chocolate aroma. Ideal for gardens or pots, this easy-to-grow perennial smells divine as all mints do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eIts unique scent, reminiscent of mint chocolate, makes it a versatile culinary herb. From desserts to savory dishes, Chocolate Mint enhances various recipes. The leaves are perfect for brewing a soothing cup of chocolate mint tea, offering both flavor and relaxation. You can also make a unique mojito with it! Beyond its culinary uses, Chocolate Mint is valued for potential digestive benefits and stress relief. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eLike its Peppermint counterpart, Chocolate Mint can be invasive, so it's recommended to plant it in containers or use barriers to control its spread. Here at the nursery, we have it planted between the forest's edge and a mowed vehicle path to keep it contained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArrives well-rooted in a 3.5 x 5 inch pot.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cem\u003e Mentha x piperita ‘Chocolate’\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSite and Soil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full to part sun and well-drained soil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardy to -40° F.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize at Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1′-2 tall by 2-3′ feet wide.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases\u003c\/strong\u003e: No pests or diseases that we’ve seen here in North Georgia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4-11\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41015034609735,"sku":"chocmint5","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/chocolatemint.png?v=1718816596"},{"product_id":"apple-mint-mentha-piperita-apple-mint","title":"Apple Mint","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eApple Mint, also known as Woolly Mint, is a hardy and aromatic perennial herb that belongs to the mint family. This delightful plant is prized for its fuzzy, apple-scented leaves, which add a unique twist to traditional mint varieties. Its leaves are oval, bright green, and covered with fine, soft hairs that give the plant a slightly woolly appearance. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eLike its Peppermint counterpart, Apple Mint can be invasive, so it's recommended to plant it in containers or use barriers to control its spread. Here at the nursery, we have it planted between the forest's edge and a mowed vehicle path to keep it contained. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArrives well-rooted in a 3.5 x 5 inch pot.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cem\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMentha suaveolens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSite and Soil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full to part sun and well-drained soil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardy to -40° F.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize at Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2-3' tall by 2-3′ feet wide.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases\u003c\/strong\u003e: No pests or diseases that we’ve seen here in North Georgia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e: 5-11\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41015039197255,"sku":"applmint5","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/ScreenShot2024-06-19at1.25.00PM.png?v=1718817918"},{"product_id":"comfrey-bocking-14","title":"Comfrey - Bocking 14","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\"\u003eSterile and noninvasive. A permaculture powerhouse! Bocking 14 Comfrey is infamous for being an excellent dynamic accumulator (a plant that mines deeper soil for nutrients and stores them in its leaves, generally speaking) and \"chop 'n drop\" mulch plant. We cut ours back to the ground about three times per year and disperse the cut leaves around all of our keystone species to break down as fertilizer over time. Plus, it's an incredible pollinator attractor! The bees and butterflies love its purple bell shaped flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\"\u003eComfrey also has incredible medicinal properties, we use a salve made from it everytime we get any sort of skin injury or issue. If you have livestock, comfrey is high in protein and is a great addition to their feed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\"\u003eBocking 14 comfrey is sterile and does not spread by seed. However, if you break up or disturb the roots, you will get new baby plants, so choose your site wisely. This is also an excellent (and free!) way to get more comfrey to plant elsewhere. ;)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSymphytum x uplandicum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSite and Soil: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull sun, slight partial shade. Prefers well-drained and fertile soil, but can adapt to other types.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSize at Maturity: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4' x 4' in good soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eNone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zone: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3-9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"5\" pot","offer_id":42710493265991,"sku":"comf5","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 gal","offer_id":42710493298759,"sku":"comf1gal","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/comfreyblossoms.jpg?v=1719338401"},{"product_id":"swamp-milkweed-asclepias-incarnata","title":"Swamp Milkweed | Asclepias incarnata","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"190\"\u003eSwamp Milkweed (\u003cem data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"187\"\u003eAsclepias incarnata\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking native perennial with clusters of fragrant pink to mauve flowers that bloom in mid to late summer, drawing in a flurry of butterflies, bees, and other pollinators. As a host plant for Monarch caterpillars, it plays a vital role in supporting pollinator populations and restoring native ecosystems. Unlike its name suggests, it adapts well to garden conditions and isn’t limited to swamps—thriving in rain gardens, pond edges, and any area with consistently moist, well-drained soil. With its tall, upright habit and vibrant blooms, Swamp Milkweed adds color, height, and ecological value to any wildlife-friendly landscape.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArrives in a well rooted 3.5\" x 5\" pot.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAsclepias incarnata\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSite and Soil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: full sun, some light shade; thrives in moist to wet soils, including those in swampy or marshy areas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize at Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 3-5' h x 2-3' w\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: July - September\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Occasional aphids; can experience root rot if soil doesn't drain enough\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 3-8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41037037436999,"sku":"ascinc5","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/asclepias_inc.jpg?v=1719865295"},{"product_id":"common-milkweed-asclepias-syriaca","title":"Common Milkweed | Asclepias syriaca","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOf all milkweeds, this and swamp milkweed are the favorite breeding grounds of the monarch butterfly! Common milkweed can spread via rhizomes, forming large colonies over time. Manage spread by digging up unwanted shoots if necessary. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmong the milkweeds, this species is the best at colonizing in disturbed sites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArrives in a well rooted 3.5\" x 5\" pot.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAsclepias syriaca\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSite and Soil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: full sun; thrives in well-drained soils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize at Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 3-5' h x 2-3' w\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: June - August\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Occasional aphids; occasional fungal infections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 3-9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41037042450503,"sku":"ascsyr5","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/asclepias_syriaca_3.jpg?v=1719866376"},{"product_id":"purple-coneflower-echinacea-purpurea","title":"Purple Coneflower | Echinacea purpurea","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePurple Coneflower is a hardy and attractive perennial native to eastern North America and to Georgia. It is widely appreciated for its long-lasting, vibrant blooms and its ability to attract many pollinators, and its medicinal properties. It is traditionally used in herbal medicine for its immune-boosting effects and as a remedy for colds and infections. Drought tolerant once it gets established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArrives well-rooted in a 3.5 x 5 inch pot.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cem\u003e Echinacea purpurea\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSite and Soil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full sun and well-drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize at Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2-5' tall by 2′ feet wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases\u003c\/strong\u003e: No pests or diseases that we’ve seen here in North Georgia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time: \u003c\/strong\u003eSummer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3-8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1339\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003eWhy Grow It?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1575\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1387\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1387\" class=\"\"\u003eSupports pollinators and beneficial insects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1444\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1444\" class=\"\"\u003eDrought-tolerant and deer-resistant once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1522\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1522\" class=\"\"\u003eAdds lasting color to native plantings, cottage gardens, and food forests\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1575\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1575\" class=\"\"\u003eSelf-seeds for naturalistic beauty year after year\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41041264869447,"sku":"echpur5","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/Echinacea_etsy_listing.png?v=1750447668"},{"product_id":"native-white-yarrow-achillea-millefolium","title":"Native White Yarrow | Achillea millefolium","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eYarrow is a versatile and hardy perennial known for its feathery, fern-like foliage and clusters of small, flat-topped flowers. Native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, this resilient plant thrives in a variety of conditions and is a favorite in gardens for its adaptability and usefulness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDid you know you can make a spit poultice (chew up the fresh leaves in your mouth and apply the resulting pulp to your skin) to stop minor bleeding? Several times over the years we have nicked ourselves with garden shears or the like and immediately turned to the yarrow growing nearby to stop the bleeding. It feels like magic, how quickly it works! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYarrow also has deep roots that help stop erosion, and beautiful highly attractive blooms for a variety of pollinators. It does spread easily, so keep that in mind when choosing a site for Yarrow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eArrives well-rooted in a 3.5” x 5” pot.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003eAchillea millefolium\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSite and Soil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Full sun; well-drained, medium to sandy soils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize at Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 2-3' x 2-3'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: June - September\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: None\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 3-9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"5\" pot","offer_id":42710498541639,"sku":"yarrow5","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 gal","offer_id":42710498574407,"sku":"yarrow1gal","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/yarrow1.jpg?v=1720795691"},{"product_id":"wild-bergamot-bee-balm-monarda-fistulosa","title":"Wild Bergamot, Bee Balm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWild Bergamot is a hardy perennial native to North America. This plant is celebrated for its vibrant lavender to pinkish-purple flowers and its aromatic foliage. It's a favorite of all kinds of pollinators and has been used in various types of medicinal applications throughout history. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eKnown for its antimicrobial and antiseptic properties, it has been used to treat colds, respiratory issues, and minor infections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eArrives well-rooted in a 3.5” x 5” pot.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLatin Name\u003c\/b\u003e: Monarda fistulosa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSite and Soil\u003c\/b\u003e: full sun to partial shade; medium wet to medium dry fertile soils\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize at Maturity\u003c\/b\u003e: 3-4' h x 2-3' w\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/b\u003e: July - September\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases\u003c\/b\u003e: powdery mildew is often inevitable; good airflow and thinning out plants can help\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUSDA Zone\u003c\/b\u003e: 3-9\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"3.5\" x 5\" pot","offer_id":42755595698247,"sku":"monfis5","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 gal","offer_id":42755595731015,"sku":"monfis1gal","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/monardafist2.jpg?v=1720807613"},{"product_id":"blue-false-indigo-baptisia-australis","title":"Blue False Indigo | Baptisia australis","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThis deep rooted native prairie species is very drought tolerant and an excellent companion plant to any young fruit tree. Bees love its beautiful blueish purple flowers that bloom in spring. Can also be used to make indigo dye and has often been used as a substitute for the true Indigofera. We plant this tough nitrogen fixer as a companion plant near each of our keystone species. Drought tolerant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArrives in a well rooted 3.5\" x 5\" pot.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: \u003cem\u003eBaptisia australis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSite and Soil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: full sun to partial shade; well-drained soil but is adaptable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize at Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 3-4' h x 3-4' w\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: late April - June\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: None\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 3-9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"3.5\" x 5\"","offer_id":42866898665543,"sku":"baptaus5","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 gal","offer_id":42866898698311,"sku":"baptaus1gal","price":17.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/baptisia_bloom_2.jpg?v=1720811955"},{"product_id":"self-heal-prunella-vulgaris","title":"Self-heal | Prunella vulgaris","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eNative to Europe, Asia, and North America, Self-heal is celebrated for its charming purple flowers and its myriad of medicinal and ecological benefits. Blooms May - September. Forms a dense mat of green foliage and purple flowers, making it an excellent ground cover for garden beds, borders, and rock gardens. Its dense mat-forming habit can help with erosion control especially on slopes. Self-heal is known for its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties; it has been used to treat wounds, sore throats, ulcers, and various skin conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArrives well-rooted in a 3.5 x 5 inch pot.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cem\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003ePrunella vulgaris\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSite and Soil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full sun to partial shade, and well-drained but moist soils\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardy to -40° F.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize at Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 6-12\" h, creeping habit\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases\u003c\/strong\u003e: No pests or diseases that we’ve seen here in North Georgia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3-9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"3.5\" x 5\" pot","offer_id":42866888933447,"sku":"selfheal5","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 gal","offer_id":42866888966215,"sku":"selfheal1gal","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/selfhealflower2.png?v=1720814253"},{"product_id":"boneset-eupatorium-perfoliatum","title":"Boneset | Eupatorium perfoliatum","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"250\" data-end=\"561\" class=\"\"\u003eBoneset is a tall, graceful native perennial that thrives in moist meadows, woodland edges, and stream banks—making it a stunning choice for wildflower gardens, rain gardens, and pollinator patches. Its soft white flower clusters bloom in late summer, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"907\" class=\"\"\u003eLong appreciated in folk traditions, Boneset has been valued for generations in seasonal wellness rituals and herbal gardens. Today, it's often included in tea blends and foraged collections intended to support overall balance and resilience. 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Here at the nursery, we make a delightful summer tea out of lemon balm and various mints that cools you down from the inside out. It has a long history of use as a stress reliever, sleep aid, digestive soother, and cold sore healer. Bees love this plant when it blooms in the summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cem\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eMelissa officinalis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSite and Soil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full to part sun and well-drained soil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize at Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2' h by 2′ w.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases\u003c\/strong\u003e: No pests or diseases that we’ve seen here in North Georgia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e: 4-9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"3.5\" x 5\" pot","offer_id":42866914885703,"sku":"lembal5","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 gal","offer_id":42866914918471,"sku":"lembal1gal","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/lemonbalm.jpg?v=1721072970"},{"product_id":"orange-butterfly-milkweed","title":"Orange Butterfly Milkweed | Asclepias tuberosa","description":"\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe quintessential milkweed! This perennial wildflower blooms bright orange and is a preferred larval host for the Monarch butterfly, just like all milkweeds. Hardy, drought tolerant, super popular with pollinators, and native.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArrives in a well rooted 3.5\" x 5\" pot.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAsclepias tuberosa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSite and Soil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: full sun; thrives in well-drained soils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize at Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 1-3' h x 1-3' w\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: May - August\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Occasional aphids; occasional fungal infections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 3-9\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41092152066119,"sku":"asctub5","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/asclepiastub.jpg?v=1722891079"},{"product_id":"scarlet-rose-mallow-texas-star-hibiscus","title":"Scarlet Rose Mallow, Texas Star Hibiscus | Hibiscus coccineus","description":"\u003cp\u003eScarlet Rose Mallow (as known as Texas Star Hibiscus or Swamp Hibiscus) is a strikingly beautiful herbaceous perennial \u003cstrong\u003enative\u003c\/strong\u003e to the wetlands and swamps of the southeastern United States. This plant is highly valued for its large, vibrant red flowers that resemble a star in full bloom. Like other hibiscus flowers, this beauty adds a touch of the tropics to your landscape. Grows well in swamps, marshes, and ditches of the coastal plains. Great for erosion control along banks and for planting in areas with poor drainage as it loves wet soils. Also a hit with pollinators such as hummingbirds and butterflies. \u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eArrives well-rooted in a 3.5” x 5” pot.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLatin Name\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHibiscus coccineus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSite and Soil\u003c\/b\u003e: Prefers full sun and moist to wet soils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize at Maturity\u003c\/b\u003e: 6-8' h x 2-3' w\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/b\u003e: May - Fall\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases\u003c\/b\u003e: Generally resistant to pests and diseases, but may have issues with aphids, Japanese beetles, and root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUSDA Zone\u003c\/b\u003e: 6-11\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41111143874631,"sku":"texashib5","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/Texas_Star_Hibiscus_etsy_listing.png?v=1755805012"},{"product_id":"bocking-14-comfrey-root-cuttings","title":"Bocking 14 Comfrey Root Cuttings","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-pm-slice=\"0 0 []\"\u003eComfrey root cuttings are 2-3\" each. 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In summer, it produces clusters of delicate white to pale green flowers that attract a wide variety of pollinators, especially butterflies—including serving as a vital host plant for Monarch caterpillars. Drought-tolerant once established, it thrives in well-drained soils and is perfect for prairie-style plantings, native meadows, and low-maintenance gardens. Its understated beauty, long bloom time, and strong ecological benefits make it a valuable addition to any wildlife-friendly landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArrives in a well rooted 3.5\" x 5\" pot.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"134\"\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"135\" data-end=\"159\"\u003eAsclepias verticillata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"162\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"180\"\u003eSite and Soil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to light shade; prefers dry to medium, well-drained soils. 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Its bright green, slightly crinkled leaves release a delightful orange-mint scent when touched, making it a sensory favorite for gardens, patios, and kitchen windowsills alike. Perfect for teas, desserts, cocktails, or garnishes, it brings both flavor and fragrance to your homegrown harvest. In summer, Orange Mint produces soft lavender flower spikes that attract bees and butterflies, adding pollinator power to your herb patch. Like most mints, it spreads easily—so give it space or keep it in a container to keep it in check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArrives well-rooted in a 3.5 x 5 inch pot.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"136\" data-end=\"151\"\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"179\"\u003eMentha × piperita citrata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"182\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"200\"\u003eSite and Soil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade; prefers rich, moist, well-drained soil but adapts easily to a variety of conditions.\u003cbr data-start=\"309\" data-end=\"312\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"312\" data-end=\"333\"\u003eSize at Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–2 feet tall and wide; spreads vigorously by underground rhizomes.\u003cbr data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"404\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"404\" data-end=\"419\"\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid to late summer, with small lavender to pale purple flowers.\u003cbr data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"486\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"507\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally pest-resistant; may occasionally attract aphids or spider mites if stressed.\u003cbr data-start=\"594\" data-end=\"597\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"611\"\u003eUSDA Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41603886448711,"sku":"orangemint5","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/Screen_Shot_2025-04-14_at_5.39.49_PM.png?v=1744666801"},{"product_id":"select-native-maypop-passionflower-passiflora-incarnata","title":"Select Origin Maypop \/ Passionflower | Passiflora incarnata","description":"\u003cp\u003e🌿 Ships well rooted in 3.5 x 9 inch deep pot. Well established root system and ready to plant!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring a bit of botanical drama to your garden with this native Southeastern vine! Passiflora incarnata, also called Maypop, is a fast-growing perennial vine that produces fragrant, intricate flowers loved by butterflies—especially the Gulf Fritillary and Zebra Longwing. In late summer to fall, it bears egg-sized edible fruit with a tropical sweet flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant is the progeny of a named variety Maypop, selected for its delicious fruit and vigorous growing habit. It is a hardy native species, not a tropical passionfruit. 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The daisy-like blooms are a striking combination of fiery red at the center fading to golden yellow at the petal tips, evoking the bold patterns of traditional woven blankets for which it is named. Indian Blanket thrives on neglect — poor soils, drought, and the long baking summers of the Georgia Piedmont only seem to make it happier. A magnet for bees, butterflies, and native pollinators, it reseeds freely and naturalizes beautifully into meadows, roadsides, and food forest edges throughout the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArrives in 3.5\" x 5\" pot or 1 gallon pot.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLatin Name: \u003cem\u003eGaillardia pulchella\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSite and Soil: Full sun, well-drained to dry soil; tolerates Georgia's red clay and sandy soils equally well\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePollination Requirements: Self-fertile; pollinator-attractive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize at Maturity: 1–2' h x 1–2' w\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRipening Time: Blooms late spring through fall frost; exceptionally long season in Georgia's extended summers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases: Virtually unbothered by pests and diseases; outstanding performance in Georgia's heat and humidity with no spraying required\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSDA Zone: 3–10 (reliably perennial throughout Georgia)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"3.5\" x 5\" pot","offer_id":42634365304903,"sku":null,"price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 gal","offer_id":42634365337671,"sku":null,"price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/blanket_flower_etsy_listing.png?v=1774379399"},{"product_id":"jerusalem-artichoke-sunchoke-red-fuseau-variety-helianthus-tuberosus","title":"Jerusalem Artichoke, Sunchoke, \"Red Fuseau\" variety | Helianthus tuberosus","description":"\u003cp\u003e🌿 Ships well rooted in a 3.5 x 5 inch deep pot. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Red Fuseau Jerusalem Artichoke is the most beautiful sunchoke you can grow — a productive perennial tuber crop that brings genuine visual drama to the harvest basket alongside everything you already love about the species. The tubers are smooth and elongated like the White Fuseau, but flushed with a deep rose-red to burgundy skin that makes them genuinely striking at market or on the kitchen counter. Flavor is rich and nutty, the skin thin enough to leave on for roasting, and the yield generous enough to fill a bushel basket from a modest planting. Above ground, tall stems carry the same cheerful late-summer sunflower blooms as any sunchoke — a reliable pollinator draw at exactly the moment when most garden flowers have called it quits for the season. Low-maintenance, perennial, and endlessly productive, Red Fuseau is as useful as it is beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name\u003c\/strong\u003e: Helianthus tuberosus 'Red Fuseau'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSite and Soil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full sun preferred; tolerates part shade — adaptable to red clay, sandy loam, and everything in between; handles summer drought and periodic wet spells without complaint\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePollination Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: Self-fertile; a strong late-season draw for native bees and pollinators\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize at Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e: 6–10' h x 2–3' w (best sited at the back of beds, along fencelines, or as a productive screen or windbreak)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Time\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fall through winter; flavor deepens and sweetens after first frost — tubers can be left in the ground and dug as needed through the cool season\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases\u003c\/strong\u003e: Virtually unbothered\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e: 3–9 (reliably perennial; tops die back after frost and return vigorously each spring)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Note on Spread: Like all sunchokes, Red Fuseau will expand its footprint year over year as unharvested tubers sprout new plants. Harvest thoroughly each fall to keep the patch in check, or install a simple rhizome barrier at planting if you're working within a defined bed or smaller garden space.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42746106642503,"sku":"redfus5","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/RedFuseausunchokeetsylisting2.png?v=1777728515"},{"product_id":"jerusalem-artichoke-sunchoke-white-fuseau-variety-helianthus-tuberosus-copy","title":"Jerusalem Artichoke, Sunchoke, \"White Fuseau\" variety | Helianthus tuberosus (Copy)","description":"\u003cp\u003e🌿 Ships well rooted in a 3.5 x 5 inch deep pot. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe White Fuseau Jerusalem Artichoke is a standout cultivar of one of the most productive and forgiving perennial vegetables you can grow in the Southern food forest — a knobby-free, smooth-skinned tuber that produces abundantly with almost no effort and returns bigger and better every year. Unlike the gnarly wild types, White Fuseau forms long, elegant, pale-skinned tubers that peel and cook with ease, making it genuinely useful in the kitchen rather than a novelty crop. The tall, cheerful sunflower-like blooms arrive in late summer and hum with pollinators for weeks before frost. 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Where other sunchokes produce clusters of small, knobby tubers that test your patience in the kitchen, White Mammoth throws large, chunky, smooth-skinned tubers that are as easy to harvest as potatoes and nearly as versatile to cook. The plants themselves are vigorous and towering, topped in late summer with a flush of golden sunflower blooms that light up the back of a border or garden edge and draw every native bee in the neighborhood. 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The flowers are what you're after: bright golden-yellow, daisy-like blooms harvested at peak open and infused into oil for salves, liniments, and topical tinctures used for muscle soreness, inflammation, bruising, and joint pain. One of the most well-documented herbs in external medicine, used across Western herbalism and homeopathy for centuries. The plant itself is modest — a low basal rosette of hairy leaves, flower stalks rising 12–18 inches — but what it produces is anything but.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA. montana\u003c\/em\u003e is a high-elevation European mountain plant that can be particular in heat and humidity. Give it well-drained, lean, acidic soil, afternoon shade, and good airflow and it performs beautifully. It genuinely prefers low-fertility ground. Resist the urge to amend heavily, and keep lime out of the picture entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3 standard-markdown\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3 standard-markdown\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eArnica montana\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3 standard-markdown\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade; afternoon shade recommended in Zone 8 \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3 standard-markdown\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, lean, acidic to neutral; low fertility preferred; no lime \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3 standard-markdown\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; consistent moisture but must have good drainage \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3 standard-markdown\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–24 inches tall \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3 standard-markdown\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring to early summer \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3 standard-markdown\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9 \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3 standard-markdown\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attracts bees, flies, and butterflies \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3 standard-markdown\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowers harvested at peak bloom; infused in oil for salves, liniments, and topical preparations for bruising, soreness, and inflammation \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3 standard-markdown\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor external use only\u003c\/strong\u003e — toxic if ingested; do not apply to broken skin\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3 standard-markdown\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cem\u003eResearch thoroughly and consult a qualified herbalist for therapeutic use.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42759988805703,"sku":null,"price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/arnicaplant.webp?v=1781113046"},{"product_id":"blue-vervain-verbena-hastata","title":"Blue Vervain | Verbena hastata","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe genus name says it all — \u003cem\u003everbena\u003c\/em\u003e is Latin for \"sacred plant,\" and blue vervain has been used ceremonially and medicinally across Native American traditions and European herbalism for centuries. Tall, slender spikes of blue-violet flowers rise 3–5 feet and bloom from the bottom up through mid-summer into fall, long after most perennials have checked out. It's striking in the landscape — that vertical accent and that color are genuinely hard to replicate — and pollinators work it constantly: bumblebees, long and short-tongued bees, skippers, butterflies, and the occasional hummingbird. The seeds that follow are a significant food source for songbirds through fall and winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMedicinally, blue vervain is used primarily as a nervine — a gentle but effective herb for anxiety, tension, and stress held in the body, often described as the herb for the person who is wound tight and can't let go. It's also been used for depression, headaches, fever, coughs, and digestive cramping, and applied externally to wounds and skin inflammation. The flowering aerial tops are tinctured or made into tea. It prefers moist to wet soil — rain gardens, pond edges, and low spots where other plants struggle are its natural home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eBlue vervain is native to all 48 continental states but is most at home in the cooler Midwest and Northeast. In zones hotter than 7, site it in moist soil with afternoon shade and it performs well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eShips in a 3.5\" x 5\" pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eVerbena hastata\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist to wet; tolerates average garden soil once established; great for rain gardens, pond margins, and low spots \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e High moisture preferred; not drought-tolerant \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–6 ft tall \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midsummer through fall \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–8 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attracts bumblebees, native bees, skippers, and butterflies; seeds feed songbirds through winter; deer and rabbit resistant \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowering aerial tops used as a nervine for anxiety, tension, depression, and headaches; also used for fever, coughs, and digestive support; tincture or tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can interact with blood pressure medication and hormone therapy; large doses may cause nausea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cem\u003eResearch thoroughly and consult a qualified herbalist for therapeutic use.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42759998865479,"sku":null,"price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/bluevervainplant.webp?v=1781115535"},{"product_id":"st-johns-wort-hypericum-perforatum","title":"St. John's Wort | Hypericum perforatum","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eOne of the most recognized medicinal herbs in the world, and for good reason. St. John's Wort has been used since ancient Greece for everything from wound healing and nerve pain to anxiety, depression, and insomnia — and it remains one of the top-selling herbal products in the United States today. The medicine is in the flowering tops: harvest them at peak bloom (traditionally around the summer solstice, when the flowers open on or near June 24th), and you'll notice the buds bleed a deep red oil when crushed — that's hypericin, the primary active compound. Flowers and buds go into tinctures, infused oils, salves for nerve pain and skin inflammation, and teas. It's a genuine living medicine cabinet in a two-foot plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIn the garden it's equally generous and nearly effortless. Upright, branching stems carry clusters of bright star-shaped yellow flowers with distinctive black-dotted petal edges from early to late summer, and the leaves — when held to light — show the tiny translucent perforations that give it its species name. It tolerates drought once established, thrives in lean soil, spreads readily by seed, and asks very little in return. A solid pollinator plant and a beautiful one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eHypericum perforatum\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade; more flowers in full sun \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, average to lean; tolerates poor soil; adaptable to a wide pH range \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; drought-tolerant once established \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1–3 ft tall \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early to late summer (peak near summer solstice) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–8 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attracts bees and beneficial insects \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flowering tops harvested at peak bloom; used in tinctures, infused oils, salves, and teas for nerve pain, inflammation, skin conditions, anxiety, and depression\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can interact with prescription medications including antidepressants, birth control, and blood thinners — this is a potent herb; research interactions thoroughly before internal use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cem\u003eResearch thoroughly and consult a qualified herbalist for therapeutic use.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"3.5\" x 5\"","offer_id":42866957418567,"sku":"stjohnswort5","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 gal","offer_id":42866957451335,"sku":"stjwort1gal","price":16.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/stjohnswortplant.webp?v=1781113728"},{"product_id":"spotted-bee-balm-monarda-punctata","title":"Spotted Bee Balm | Monarda punctata","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eMonarda punctata\u003c\/em\u003e doesn't look like anything else in the garden. Stacked whorls of creamy yellow, purple-spotted flowers ringed by showy pink-to-lavender bracts climb the stem in layers, the whole effect looks more like a botanical illustration than a real plant. It blooms late summer into fall when most everything else is winding down, and pollinators know it. Bees, wasps, skippers, monarch butterflies, and hummingbirds all work it heavily. Of all the mints, \u003cem\u003eM. punctata\u003c\/em\u003e is among the highest in thymol — the same aromatic phenol that makes thyme and oregano medicinally useful — which gives it a long history of use for colds, fever, digestive complaints, neuralgia, and as a topical antiseptic. Leaves and flowers make a pleasant tea at mild doses; stronger preparations have been used as liniments for insect bites and skin irritation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIn the garden it's native, drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and thrives in lean, well-drained soil — the kind of plant that performs best when you leave it alone. It spreads by seed and can behave as a short-lived perennial or enthusiastic reseeder depending on conditions, so give it room and let it naturalize. A natural fit for pollinator gardens, food forest edges, and dry sunny slopes where other herbs struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eMonarda punctata\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun; tolerates light shade \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, lean to average; prefers sandy or gravelly soil; tolerates poor ground \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought-tolerant once established; low water needs \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–3 ft tall \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late summer through early fall \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–9 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-value nectar source for native bees, wasps, monarch butterflies, skippers, and hummingbirds; deer and rabbit resistant \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal\/Culinary:\u003c\/strong\u003e High in thymol; leaves and flowers used for tea, steam inhalation for colds, and topical liniments for insect bites and skin irritation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild tea use is well-documented; stronger internal preparations should be approached with care — thymol in large doses is toxic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cem\u003eResearch thoroughly and consult a qualified herbalist for therapeutic use.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"3.5\" x 5\" pot","offer_id":42760038318151,"sku":null,"price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/monardapunctata.webp?v=1781114476"},{"product_id":"sweet-mint","title":"Sweet Mint","description":"","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"3.5\" x 5\" pot","offer_id":42760039923783,"sku":"sweetmint5","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 gal","offer_id":42760039956551,"sku":"sweetmint1gal","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/sweetmint.jpg?v=1781118249"},{"product_id":"spearmint","title":"Spearmint","description":"","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"3.5\" x 5\" pot","offer_id":42760040284231,"sku":null,"price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 gal","offer_id":42760040316999,"sku":null,"price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/sweetmint_aac13036-63b5-4aaf-9713-7c2200c40b89.jpg?v=1781118293"},{"product_id":"stinging-nettle-urtica-dioica-l","title":"Stinging Nettle | Urtica dioica L.","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIf you could only grow one plant for your medicine cabinet, pantry, and compost pile simultaneously, nettle would be the argument. It's been a staple of food, medicine, and fiber traditions across the Northern Hemisphere since ancient times — and once you get past the sting, it earns every bit of that reputation. Young leaves are one of the most nutrient-dense greens you can eat: high in iron, magnesium, potassium, vitamins A, C, and K, and a full complement of amino acids. Steam or blanch them and the sting is completely neutralized — soups, pestos, sautéed greens, tea. Medicinally the applications are broad: allergies and hay fever, joint pain and inflammation, hormonal support (PMS, menopause, prostate health), anemia, and as a general mineral-rich tonic. Root and leaf are used differently, and both are well-documented. In the garden it's an exceptional dynamic accumulator and compost activator — chop it into a bucket of water for a few weeks and you have a potent liquid fertilizer. At least 30 insect species feed on it, and it's a larval host for several butterfly species including red admirals and question marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIt spreads by rhizome and reseeds readily, so give it a dedicated patch and define the edges. A moist, fertile spot with partial shade suits it beautifully. Harvest young tops in spring before flowering, gloves on, and cut back hard for a second flush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eUrtica dioica\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade; appreciates afternoon shade in Zone 8 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist, fertile, nitrogen-rich; thrives in disturbed or amended ground \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consistent moisture; not drought-tolerant; mulch well in summer \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–6 ft tall; spreading colony by rhizome \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring to midsummer (flowers are inconspicuous; grown for leaves and roots) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–10 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larval host for red admiral, question mark, and eastern comma butterflies; supports 30+ insect species \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Young leaves cooked as greens, soup, pesto, or tea — cooking neutralizes the sting completely \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves for allergies, inflammation, anemia, and mineral tonic; root for prostate and urinary support; tinctures, infusions, and capsules\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePermaculture Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premier dynamic accumulator; liquid fertilizer (nettle tea); compost activator; fiber plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eHandle with gloves\u003c\/strong\u003e — fresh leaves and stems sting on contact; sting is neutralized by cooking, drying, or blending\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cem\u003eResearch thoroughly and consult a qualified herbalist for therapeutic use.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 gal","offer_id":42760040415303,"sku":null,"price":17.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/stingingnettleplant.webp?v=1781114730"},{"product_id":"chicory-cichorium-intybus","title":"Chicory | Cichorium intybus","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThat brilliant sky-blue flower blooming along roadsides in midsummer? That's chicory — and it's far more useful than its weed reputation suggests. The whole plant is edible: young leaves in salads and sautés (bitter, in the best way), flowers as a garnish, and the deep taproot roasted and ground as a caffeine-free coffee substitute with a long history in southern cooking and European tradition. Medicinally the root is the main event — a well-documented digestive bitter and liver tonic used for centuries to support gallbladder function, stimulate digestion, relieve constipation, and reduce inflammation. It's also rich in inulin, the same prebiotic fiber found in elecampane, making it a genuine gut-health plant. In the garden and food forest it earns its place as a dynamic accumulator — that deep taproot mines minerals from subsoil and makes them available through chop-and-drop, and the flowers feed pollinators generously through the heat of summer when little else is blooming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCichorium intybus\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained; tolerates poor, lean, and dry ground; deep taproot handles tough sites \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought-tolerant once established \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–4 ft tall \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Midsummer through fall \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–9 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent pollinator plant; blooms through summer heat when competitors have stopped \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Young leaves raw or cooked; flowers edible; root roasted as coffee substitute \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Root used as digestive bitter, liver tonic, and prebiotic (inulin-rich); supports gallbladder, digestion, and gut health \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePermaculture Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep taproot dynamic accumulator; chop-and-drop mineral miner; thrives in disturbed and lean soils\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"3.5\" x 5\" pot","offer_id":42867071385671,"sku":"chicory5","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/chicory_flowers.webp?v=1781118752"},{"product_id":"eastern-bee-balm-bradburys-bee-balm-monarda-bradburiana","title":"Eastern Bee Balm, Bradbury's Bee Balm | Monarda bradburiana","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIf powdery mildew has kept you from growing bee balm before, this is the one. \u003cem\u003eMonarda bradburiana\u003c\/em\u003e is the compact, early-blooming, mildew-resistant member of the genus — a clump-former that stays tidy at 12–18 inches, doesn't run, and blooms in May through July, weeks ahead of other monardas, bridging the gap between spring and summer pollinator plants. The flowers are soft lilac-pink with distinctive purple spots on the lower petals, carried on dark purple stems above oregano-scented gray-green foliage that holds its fragrance well into winter. Hummingbirds, bumblebees, and native bees work it heavily. It's a Xerces Society-recognized plant of special value to bumble bees — and it earns it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLike its Monarda relatives, the leaves and flowers are high in thymol — aromatic, antiseptic, and useful. Indigenous peoples and early settlers used the genus for poultices on wounds and stings, teas for colds, fevers, and digestive complaints, and as an oregano substitute in cooking. The leaves and flowers can be steeped for a pleasant herbal tea or used fresh as a culinary herb. It prefers drier conditions than most bee balms — lean, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade — making it well-suited to the kinds of spots where other monardas would sulk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eMonarda bradburiana\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, dry to average; tolerates lean and rocky ground; keep it on the drier side \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought-tolerant once established; better too dry than too wet \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–18 inches tall; clumping, non-spreading habit \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e May through July (earlier than other monardas) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–8 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Special value to bumble bees and native bees; attracts hummingbirds and butterflies; deer resistant \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdible\/Medicinal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaves and flowers high in thymol; used for tea, as an oregano substitute, and traditionally for colds, fever, digestive support, and as a topical antiseptic poultice \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandout Qualities:\u003c\/strong\u003e Powdery mildew resistant; earliest-blooming monarda; compact and non-invasive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cem\u003eResearch thoroughly and consult a qualified herbalist for therapeutic use.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"3.5\" x 5\" pot","offer_id":42867097043015,"sku":null,"price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/monarda_brad_plant.jpg?v=1781121398"},{"product_id":"tulsi-kapoor","title":"Tulsi Kapoor | Ocimum tenuiflorum","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex-1 flex flex-col px-4 max-w-3xl mx-auto w-full pt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-test-render-count=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"contents\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-is-streaming=\"false\" class=\"group relative relative pb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"font-claude-response relative leading-[1.65rem] [\u0026amp;_pre\u0026gt;div]:bg-bg-000\/50 [\u0026amp;_pre\u0026gt;div]:border-0.5 [\u0026amp;_pre\u0026gt;div]:border-border-400 [\u0026amp;_.ignore-pre-bg\u0026gt;div]:bg-transparent [\u0026amp;_.standard-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pl-2 [\u0026amp;_.standard-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,ul,ol,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pr-8 [\u0026amp;_.progressive-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pl-2 [\u0026amp;_.progressive-markdown_:is(p,blockquote,ul,ol,h1,h2,h3,h4,h5,h6)]:pr-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3 standard-markdown\"\u003eTulsi has been called the Queen of Herbs in Ayurvedic tradition for thousands of years, and Kapoor is the variety most prized for medicinal use — compact, intensely aromatic, green-leaved with a fruity, clove-forward fragrance that stops you the moment you brush past it. In Ayurveda it sits at the center of daily wellness practice: an adaptogen that helps the body regulate stress, an immunomodulator, antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory all at once. The research backs the tradition — studies have documented its effects on cortisol, blood sugar, blood pressure, cholesterol, and respiratory health. It's primarily used as tea, steeped fresh or dried, and the flavor is genuinely good — peppery, floral, slightly sweet. It also has a long history of spiritual significance in Hindu practice, where growing and tending it is considered an act of devotion.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3 standard-markdown\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3 standard-markdown\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIn Zone 8 and colder, it grows as a warm-season annual — start it after last frost in full sun, keep it well-watered, pinch the flowers to extend leaf production, and let it self-seed for next year. Deer and rabbits leave it alone. Pollinators love the flowers when you do let it bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eOcimum tenuiflorum\u003c\/em\u003e (syn. \u003cem\u003eO. sanctum\u003c\/em\u003e), Kapoor variety \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, moderately fertile; adaptable \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consistent moisture; at least 1 inch per week \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–24 inches tall \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer; pinch flowers to extend leaf harvest \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown as annual in Zone 8a; perennial only in Zone 10+ \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attracts bees and butterflies; deer and rabbit resistant \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal\/Culinary:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adaptogen; used for stress, immunity, respiratory health, blood sugar regulation, and inflammation; primary preparation is tea; also used in Thai cuisine and herbal infusions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e May interact with blood thinners and diabetes medications; avoid in pregnancy in therapeutic doses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cem\u003eResearch thoroughly and consult a qualified herbalist for therapeutic use.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"standard-markdown grid-cols-1 grid [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;_*]:min-w-0 gap-3 standard-markdown\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"New Earth Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42867119390791,"sku":null,"price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/5058\/5415\/files\/tulsi_flowers.webp?v=1781120069"}],"url":"https:\/\/newearthnursery.com\/collections\/herbs-culinary.oembed?page=2","provider":"New Earth Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}