HERBAL EDIBLES-PERENNIAL
BEETBERRY,(Chenopodium capitatum),Truly unique midwest species has hi-nutrition
edible leaves (like others in the genus Chenopodium) and- after flowering-
surprisingly abundant deep orange berries. Light shade tolerance benefits
producers in arid western regions. Fun for kids!
CARDOON,(Cynara cardunculus),A stately artichoke look-alike which can be invasive
while also impenetrable for hedgerow use. (so keep seed production under control)
Blanched peeled stems impart an artichoke flavor.Prolific & drought tolerant.,B
CHIVES,(Allium schoenoprasum),Essential garden companion brings the mildest
onion flavor (for kids!) to early salads and plump purple blossoms for garnish.
Easily propagated by divisions and long-lived.
GARDEN SORREL,(Rumex acetosa),Spring tonic greens gathered before the flowering
stage (all season if kept cut back in cooler areas). Indispensably superior
to other sorrels for soups
GARLIC CHIVES,(Allium tuberosum),Oriental staple for traditional cuisine is
easy to grow. Prolific once established and spread by roots divisions. Ours
is the fruit of seeds sown 15 years ago!
ERBASTELLA,(Plantago coronpus), Indispensable powerhouse of nutrition but
the mildest flavor of all plantain species. Ubiquitous in Europe: known as
Minutina/ Estrellamar/ Corne de Cerf/ Star of the Earth etc.Wild along Northern
California coastline. Surface sown: needs light.,B
FENNEL,'Zefa Fino Finocchio',Finest Swiss cultivar selected for all uses:
large tender bulbs for slicing and fine leaves for garnish and seeds for aromatic
baking or medicinal use (antiseptic). Flowers attract beneficial insects but
self-sows vigorously so control as needed.!,B
GARDEN SAGE,(Salvia officinalis),Aromatic companion for bean cuisine and medicinal
uses. Ever-popular garden companion is long-lived and drought tolerant for
border areas and pest repellency.
GOOD KING HENRY,(Chenopodium bonus-henricus),Shade tolerant leafy green with
hi-nutrition profile and flowering shoots historically used as an asparagus
substitute (see Vilmorin's: The Vegetable Garden)., B
PURPLE PLAINTAIN,(Plantago atropurpurea),Rare! Colorful salad.Plantains are
dynamic accumulators of broad spectrum minerals. From special seed collection-
Australia.,B
SALAD BURNET,(Sanguisorba poterium), Traditional potherb cut primarily for
salad greens- if grown in part shade and kept watered and cut back the tender
greens taste somewhat like cucumber. Long-lived and potentially invasive if
allowed to seed.
SWEETROOT,(Osmorhiza sp), Native to Northern California in partly shaded forest
openings. Leaves resemble parsley but milder in flavor while roots posess
a pleasing aroma. Requires some cold treatment for germination.