Marigold Calendula officinalis
Frequently
used for inflamed lymph nodes and stomach pain, it stimulates the
liver. It is antiseptic and anti fungal.
Mexican Tea
Chenopodium ambrosioides
This
is a very distinctive herb that is mostly used as a spice as it does
give Mexican food that authentic taste. It also helps with 'Baked
Bean Belly"
Macadamia
Macadamia
integrifolia
Macadamia trees are slow growing but can reach heights of 15m. Their shiny dark green leaves can but a little tough and 'prickly' especially when dry
10+ seeds - $4.50
Miners Lettuce Montia perfoliata
They will grow at almost any time of year but the best time is Winter and early Spring which is just when you need them the most. They are quite happy with a few hours of sun per day. The roots can be boiled after you have harvested the leaves and chopped and added to stir fry's to add a water chestnut flavour
Motherwort
(Chinese)
Leonorus heterophyllus
Yet
Mo Juo stimulates blood circulation. A tea of the leaves can aid in
menstrual discomfort and the seed is taken for eye irritation.
20+ seeds - $3.50
Mugwort Artemisia lactiflora
An
old Chinese medicine herb, it is used to regulate menstruation and
aid digestion among other ailments. Avoid during pregnancy.
100+ seeds - $3.50
Mullein Verbascum thapsus
Biennial
with a rosette of soft downy leaves and eventually spires of yellow
to white flowers.
Mustard (White or Yellow) Brassica hirta
A
hairy annual with good enzymic action it makes the perfect addition
to pickles and mayonnaise.
50+ seeds - $3.50
Nasturtium Tropaeolum majus
With it's distinctive spurred flowers and large generous leaves it is the stuff of childhood memories and no family garden should be without it. Although it will grow at almost any time of year in most climates, it is at it's best in late winter and spring.
Noni Fruit Morinda citrifolia
The tree is nice enough and it takes a very similar environment to the Theobroma cacao or Chocolate, but will tolerate a lot more sun.
6 seeds - $8.50Mustard Greens Brassica juncea
They strike easily from seed and it is wise to plant half a dozen at a time, about one month apart, to ensure a constant supply. If you plan to eat the succulent greens and not use the seed for 'mustard' then constant trimming back
or nibbling is necessary.
November Lily Lilium longiflorum
A beautifully constant investment in the garden's future, these lilies continue to grow, reproduce and provide joy in the garden for very many years. They strike easily from seed with no complicated treatment and transplant well once established.
Bulbs available from our Nursery site (different shopping cart)