Catalogue - Online List
Herbs, wild flowers and native species
Achillea ageratum English mace Flavouring for casseroles. H.P.
Achillea millifolium yarrow Used for toothache and fevers. H.P.
Acorus calamus sweet flag Native. Old strewing herb. H.P.
Acorus calamus 'Variegatus' Variegated form of the above. H.P.
Adoxa moschatellina moschatel Native. Ground cover. H.P.
Agastache foeniculum anise hyssop Aromatic, attracts bees. H.P.
Agrimonia eupatoria agrimony Healing herb, used for gallstones, aids digestion. H.P.
Agrostemma githago corn cockle Old cornfield plant. H.A.
Ajuga reptans bugle Native. Ground cover for shade. Used for coughs. H.P.
Alchemilla xanthochlora wild Lady's mantle Low growing. H.P.
Alliaria petiolata garlic mustard Wild flower. Use leaves for garlic flavouring. H.B.
Allium ampelpoprasum wild leek Rare wild flower. Tall. H.P.
Allium babingtonii Babington's leek Rare wild flower. H.P.
Allium cepa 'Proliferum' tree onion Cocktail onions on top of stems. H.P.
Allium fistulosum Welsh onion Use like chives, edible bulbs. H.P.
Allium sativum garlic H.P.
Allium schoenoprasum chives H.P.
Allium schoenoprasumgiant form giant chives Deep pink flowers. H.P.
Allium schoenoprasumwhite form white flowered chives Pearly grey-white flowers. H.P.
Allium triquetrum three cornered leek Good for naturalising. H.P.
Allium tuberosum garlic chives Flat leaves, white flowers. H.P.
Allium ursinum ramsons Roman garlic. Ideal naturalising for shade. H.P.
Allium vineale crow garlic Wild flower. H.P.
Aloysia triphylla lemon verbena Wonderful scent. Sheltered spot.. T.S.
Althea officinalis marshmallow Leaves used for swellings. Tall. H.P.
Anemone nemorosa wood anemone Woodland native. White flowers. H.P.
Angelica archangelica angelica Impressive plant. Add to stewed fruit. Used candying. H.B.
Angelica archangelica 'Corinne Tremaine' Our own cultivar. Dynamic plant with showy variegation, all different. Exciting new plant. H.B.
Angelica sylvestris wood angelica Native. Tall. H.B.
Anthemis tinctoria Dyer's chamomile Produces a yellow dye. Showy yellow daises. H.P.
Antheum graveolens Dill Good with fish, courgettes, sauces. H.A.
Anthriscus cerefolium Chervil Add to salads, omelettes, soups and sauces. H.A.
Anthylis vulneraria Kidney vetch Native. Low growing, yellow flowers. H.P.
Arbutus unedo Killarney strawberry tree Small tree. Coastal tolerant. H.T.
Arctium lappa Burdock Large native. Edible young stems. Help with skin diseases. H.B.
Armoracia rusticana Horseradish For sauce grate fresh roots. H.P.
Artemisia abrotanum Southernwood Fruity scented. Helps to prevent hair loss. H.S.
Artemisia absinthium Wormwood Bitter tonic, strengthens the stomach. H.P.
Artemisia arborescens Introduced 1640. Filigree silver foliage. Repels insects. T.S.
Artemisia dracunculus French tarragon Classic herb of sauces, soups etc. H.H.P.
Artemisia vulgaris Mugwort Tall cut-leaf plant. Repels moths. H.P.
Artemisia vulgaris 'Cragg-Barber Eye' Lovely gold leaf form of above. H.P.
Artemisia vulgaris 'Variegata' Rare form, popular in the 18th Century. Elegant. H.P.
Arum maculatum Cuckoo pint. Lords and Ladies. Native. Bulbs once used as a starch. Poisonous. H.P.
Aster alpinus Low growing plant, chunky mauve daises. H.P.
Aster novi-belgii Wild Michaelmas daisy H.P.
Aster tripolium Sea aster Fleshy leaves, pale pink flowers. H.P.
Astrantia major Masterwort H.P.
Atriplex hortensis 'Rubra' Red orach Tall decorative red leaved plant, eat like spinach. Seeds freely.
Barbarea verna Land cress Use like watercress. H.P.
Barbarea vulgaris 'Variegata' Variegated cress Decorative and edible. H.P.
Borago officinalis Borage Leaves for salads. Blue star flowers in drinks. H.A.
Borago officinalis 'Alba' White flowered form of above. H.A.
Brassica oleracea Wild cabbage Rare wild flower. Edible. H.P.
Buxus sempervirens Box Evergreen aromatic shrub. H.S.
Calendula officinalis Pot marigold Healing herb, stops bleeding, Edible. H.A.
Calendula officinalis 'Prolifera' Hen & chicken marigold Rare old plant. Many replica flowers around the main flower. H.A.
Caltha palustris Marsh marigold Native on wet soil. Bright yellow flowers in spring. H.P.
Campanula persicifolia Peach leaved bellflower Pale blue flowers. Wild flower. H.P.
Campanula rapunculoides Creeping bellflower Low growing violet-blue flowers. H.P.
Campanula trachelium Nettle leaved bellflower Violet-blue flowers. Upright. H.P.
Cardamine pratensis Lady's smock Wild flower. Mauve-pink flowers. H.P.
Carex pendula Pendulous sedge Decorative, arching stems. H.P.
Carica papaya papaya Tropical fruit with attractive foliage. Grow as a greenhouse or conservatory plant. Leaves used as a substitute for soap. Fruit has digestive properties T. T.
Carum carvi Caraway Seeds used in casseroles, breads and cakes. H.B.
Cedronella canariensis Balm of Gilead Ideal house or conservatory plant. Aromatic foliage. Pretty pink flowers. Use leaves in pot pourris. T.P.
Centaurea cyanus Wild cornflower H.A.
Centranthus ruber Wall valerian Red flowers. Edible leaves. H.P.
Chamaemelum nobile Chamomile Use flowers for tea, hair & skin & sleep. H.P.
Chamaemelum nobile 'Treneague' Non-flowering lawn chamomile H.P. 50 plantlets /100 plantlets available for a discount
Chelidonium majus Greater celandine Native, attractive foliage, yellow flowers. H.P.
Chelidonium majus 'Flore Pleno' Double form of the above. H.P.
Chenopodium bonus-henricus Good King Henry Perennial to use like spinach. H.P.
Chrysanthemum segetum Corn marigold Wild flower. H.A.
Chrysosplenium oppositifolium Opposite leaved golden saxifrage Native. H.P.
Cichorium intybus Chicory Wild flower. Roasted roots substitute for coffee. H.P.
Circaea lutetiana Enchanters nightshade Native. Delicate white flowers. H.P.
Claytonia perfoliata Spring beauty Wild flower, white flowers. H.P.
Claytonia sibirica Pink purslane Pink flowers. Low growing. H.P.
Clematis vitalba Traveller's joy White flowers, fluffy seed heads. H.C.
Clinopodium vulgare Wild basil Wild flower, pretty pink flowers. H.P.
Cnicus benedictus Blessed thistle Attractive straw-coloured heads. H.A.
Colutea arborescens Bladder senna Purgative. Attractive shrub, yellow pea-like flowers. Inflated seed pods. H.S.
Convallaria majalis Lily of the valley Lovely scent. H.P.
Coriandrum sativum 'Cilantro' Coriander Best form for leaf production. H.A.
Cornus alba Dogwood Lovely red stems in winter H.S.
Crambe maritima Native sea kale Thick crinkley blue foliage. Leaves delicious. Can be forced. H.P.
Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora Montbretia Wild flower. Bright orange flowers late. H.P.
Cymbalaria muralis Ivy-leaved toadflax Grows on walls. H.P.
Cymbopogon citratus Lemon grass Aromatic herb for Indonesian and Cantonese cookery. T.P.
Cynara cardunculus Cardoon Statuesque, silver plant, edible midribs. 6'. H.P.
Cynara cardunculus 'Gigante di Romagna' Italian cardoon 6’. H.P.
Cynara cardunculus scolymus 'Green Globe' Globe artichoke H.P.
Cynara cardunculus scolymus 'Grosso Romanesco' Globe artichoke Italian variety. H.P.
Cynara cardunculus scolymus 'Violetto di Chioggia' Globe artichoke Another Italian variety. H.P.
Cynoglossum officinale Houndstongue Native. Maroon flower H.B.
Dactylorhiza fuchsii Common spotted orchid. H.P.
Datura stramonium Thornapple Native. Very poisonous. H.A.
Daucus carota Wild carrot. Native. H.B.
Dianthus armeria Deptford pink. Scarce wild flower. Deep pink flowers on long wiry stems H.A.
Digitalis purpurea Wild foxglove H.B.
Dipsacus fullonum Teasel Decorative heads. H.B.
Echinacea purpurea Red cone flower H.P.
Echium vulgare Viper's bugloss Native. Beautiful blue spikes. H.B.
Epipactis palustris Marsh hellorborine Native H.P.
Eriophorum angustifolium Cotton grass Native. Moist soil. H.P.
Eruca versicarla ssp. sativa Salad rocket Spicy herb, add to salads or sandwiches. H.A.
Eryngium maritimum Sea holly Native. Coastal plant. Beautiful blue-silver foliage and stealy-blue flowerheads. Diuretic. Roots can be candied having a sweet chestnutty flavour. H.P.
Erysimum cheiri Wild wallflower Yellow flowers. H.B.
Eupatorium cannabinum Hemp agrimony Native. Moist soil. H.P.
Eupatorium purprueum Sweet Joe-pye-weed H.P.
Euphorbia paralias Sea spurge Native. H.P.
Euphorbia portlandica Portland spurge. Native. H.P.
Filipendula ulmaria Meadowsweet Native. Honey scented cream flowers. H.P.
Filipendula vulgaris Dropwort Once used for kidney infections. H.P.
Foeniculum vulgare Fennel Use with fish, sources, salads. Tall anise scented. H.P.
Foeniculum vulgare 'Purpureum' Bronze fennel Decorative. H.P.
Foeniculum vulgare var. dulce Florence fennel Edible bulbs. H.A.
Fragaria vesca Wild strawberry Native. H.P.
Fragaria vesca 'Monophylla' One leaf strawberry H.P.
Fragaria vesca 'Multiplex' Double flowered strawberry H.P.
Fragaria vesca 'Muricata' Plymouth strawberry Curiosity from the 16th Century. H.P.
Fragaria vesca 'Pinapple Crush' White fruits, pineapple flavoured. H.P.
Galega officinalis Goat's rue Makes an excellent foot bath. H.P.
Galium odoratum Woodruff Native. Good ground cover for shade. H.P.
Galium verum Lady's bedstraw Used as a rennet in cheesemaking. H.P.
Geranium pratense Meadow cranesbill Old meadowland flower. H.P.
Geranium robertianum Herb Robert Native. H.A.
Geum urbanum Herb Bennet Native. Once used to flavour ale. H.P.
Glaucium flavum Yellow horned poppy Native. H.P.
Glechoma hederacea Alehoof Native. Used for ringing in the ears. H.P.
Glycyrrhiza glabra Liquorice Used in throat and chest medicines. Deep rooted, prefers stone free soil. Takes time to establish. H.P.
Hedera helix Common ivy Native H.P.
Helichrysum italicum Curry plant Silver evergreen, curry scented. H.S.
Herniaria glabra Rupturwort Prostrate, rare native. H.P.
Hieracium aurantiacum Orange hawkweed. Wild flower. H.P.
Hippohae rhamnoides Sea buckthorn. Fast growing. H.T.
Humulus lupulus Wild hop Native climber. H.C.
Hyacinthoides non-scripta Bluebell Native woodland plant. H.P.
Hypericum perfoliatum St John's wort H.P.
Hypochaeris maculata Spotted catsear. Rare wild flower. Dense yellow flowerheads over spotted leaves. H.P.
Hyssopus officinalis Hyssop Used for rheumatics. H.S.
Hyssopus officinalis ‘Albus’ White flowered hyssop H.S.
Impatiens gladulifera Himalayan balsam Wild flower. H.A.
Inula crithmoides Golden samphire Native. H.P.
Inula helenium Elecampane Monks used roots to make a cordial. H.P.
Iris foetidissima Gladwyn iris. H.P.
Iris foetidissima 'Variegata' H.P.
Iris pseudoacornus Flag iris Native of wetlands. Scented yellow flowers. 2'-6'. Moist soil. H.P.
Isatis tinctoria Woad Native. Used by the ancient Britons for body paint. H.B.
Lathyrus japonicus Sea pea. Prostrate growth, flowers purple fading blue. H.P.
Laurus nobilis Bay Aromatic shrub. H.S.
Lavatera arborea Tree mallow Native. Tall, deep mauve flowers. H.S.
Lavendula multifida Tender species. T.S.
Lavendula stoechas French lavender H.S.
Leonurus cardiaca Motherwort Relieves pains in childbirth. H.P.
Leucanthemum vulgare Ox eye daisy Native. H.P.
Leucojun aestivum Summer snowflake Rare in the wild. Tall stems with white bells with green tips. Grown since the late C16th. H.P.
Levisticum officinale Lovage Celery flavoured, add to salads, cheese dishes. H.P.
Ligustrum vulgare Wild privet Attracts butterflies. H.S.
Linaria purpurea Purple toadflax Wild flower. H.P.
Linaria repens Pale toadflax Very pretty wild flower. H.P.
Linaria vulgaris Toadflax Native. H.P.
Linum perenne Flax H.P.
Listera ovata Twayblade Native, orchid family. H.P.
Lonicera perichymenum Wild honeysuckle H.C.
Luzula sylvatica Woodrush H.P.
Lychnis flos-cuculi Ragged Robin H.P.
Lychnis flos-cuculi albiflora White ragged Robin White flowering form of the above. H.P.
Lychnis viscaria Sticky catchfly Wild flower. Lovely. H.P.
Lycopus europaeus Gipsywort Produces black dye for silk and wool. H.P.
Lysimachia nummularia Creeping Jenny Moist soil. Ground cover. H.P.
Lysimachia vulgaris Yellow loosestrife. Said to drive away gnats and flies. H.P.
Lythrum salicaria Purple loosestrife Lovely native. H.P.
Malva moschata Musk mallow Beautiful native. Showy pink blooms. H.P.
Malva moschata alba White musk mallow H.P.
Malva sylvestris Common mallow Native. H.P.
Meconopsis cambrica Welsh poppy Yellow flowers. H.P.
Medicago sativa Alfalfa Very nutritious. Slows ageing process. H.P.
Melilotus officinalis Yellow melilot Native. H.P.
Melilotus officinalis alba White flowered form of the above. H.P.
Melissa officinalis Lemon balm Make melissa tea for nervous tension. H.P.
Melissa officinalis 'Aurea' Variegated form. H.P.
Mentha aquatica Water mint Bergamot scent. Helps keep ponds clear. H.P.
Mentha arvensis Corn mint Native. Lovely scent. H.P.
Mentha x gracilis 'Variegata' Variegated ginger mint Spicy scent, yellow stripes. H.P.
Mentha “lavender mint” Lavender scent. H.P.
Mentha longifolia Horse mint H.P.
Mentha longifolia 'Buddleia' Buddleia mint Tall, attractive flowerheads. Vigorous. H.P.
Mentha x piperita Peppermint H.P.
Mentha x piperita citrata Eau-de-Cologne mint Great for scenting linen. H.P.
Mentha x piperita “crisp black peppermint” Attractive form. Twisted leaves. H.P.
Mentha pulegium 'Upright' Upright Pennyroyal Upright form of the creeping pennyroyal. H.P.
Mentha requienii Corsican mint Prostrate growth. Minute leaves and flowers. H.P.
Mentha x smithiana 'Capel Ulo' Our own cultivar. Pale golden variegations. H.P.
Mentha spicata Spearmint H.P.
Mentha spicata 'Moroccan' Moroccan mint Best mint tea plant. H.P.
Mentha spicata 'Tashkent' Slightly curled foliage. H.P.
Mentha suaveolens 'Variegata' Variegated apple mint Decorative. H.P.
Mentha x villosa alopecuroides Bowles' mint Said to be the best form for mint sauce. H.P.
Mercurialis perennis Dog's mercury Native woodland plant. H.P.
Monarda fistulosa Wild bergamot H.P.
Myrrhis odorata Sweet Cicely Reduces acidity of sour fruit. H.P.
Myrtus communis Myrtle. Aromatic foliage. Pretty white flowers. H.S.
Myrtus communis 'Variegata' H.S.
Nasturtium officinale Watercress Native. H.P.
Nepeta cataria Catnep Cats love it. H.P.
Nepeta cataria 'Citriodora' Lemon scented catnep H.P.
Ocimum basilicum Sweet basil H.H.A.
Ocimum basilicum 'Dark Opal' Purple basil H.H.A.
Ocimum basilicum var. minimum Bush basil H.H.A.
Ocimum tenuiflorum Holy basil Strong grower, good aroma. H.H.A.
(Other basils available for collection from the Nursery in season.)
Oenothera biennis Evening primrose Native. H.B.
Onopordum acanthium Cotton thistle or Scotch thistle Stately. H.B.
Ophrys apifera Bee orchid Native. H.P.
Orchis mascula Early purple orchid Native. Lime soil. H.P.
Origanum leavigatum Pretty purple flowers, aromatic foliage. H.P.
Origanum marjorana Sweet marjoram Wonderful flavour. H.H.P.
Origanum onites Pot marjoram Use in casseroles etc. H.P.
Origanum vulgare Oregano Good in Italian cooking. H.P.
Origanum vulgare 'Aureum' Golden marjoram Decorative. H.P.
Origanum vulgare 'Acorn Bank' Good tidy form, golden foliage. H.P.
Origanum vulgare 'Corinne Tremaine' New cultivar. Our own selection. Beautiful variegations, very variable, some leaves boldly variegated in cream, some completely gold, others with marbled or striped foliage. H.P.
Origanum vulgare 'Country Cream' Cream variegated foliage. H.P.
Origanum vulgare 'Gold Tip' Ornamental. H.P.
Origanum vulgare var. album White flowered form. H.P.
Ornithogalum longibracteatum Sea onion or pregnant onion Rare bulbous perennial, baby bulbs spring from bulges in the side of the bulb. Can be made into an ointment for persistent sores. Ideal house or conservatory plant. T.P.
Oxalis acetosella Wood sorrel Native. Leaves can be eaten. H.P.
Oxalis tuberosa Oca Edible tubers similar to small sweet potato. T.P.
Oxyria digyna Mountain sorrel H.P.
“Par-cel” Celery that looks like parsley. Ideal for soups and flavourings. H.B.
Parietaria judaica Pellitory of the wall Infusion for gravel and kidney complaints. H.P.
Paris quadrifolia Herb Paris Rare native. Lime loving, shade. H.P.
Parnassia palustris Grass of Parnassus Native. H.P.
Petasites hybridus Butterbur Patch forming wild flower. Roots used as a heart stimulant. H.P.
Petroselinum crispum Curled leaf parsley H.B.
Petroselinum crispum French French parsley Plain leaved. Good flavour. H.B.
Petroselinum crispum Italian Italian parsley Giant plain leaved form. H.B.
Petroselinum tuberosum Hamburg parsley Dual purpose plant, grows edible roots and leaves. H.B.
Phlomis fruiticosa Jerusalem sage Attractive shrub H.S.
Phytolacca americana Pokeroot H.P.
Picris echiodes Bristly ox-tongue Native. H.P.
Pimpinella anisum Anise In use in Britain since 14th Century. Used for coughs and catarrh. Flavour soups, stews & cakes. H.A.
Pinguicula grandiflora Large flowered butterwort Wild flower. H.P.
Plantago lanceolata Ribwort plantain Native. H.P.
Plantago maritima Sea plantain Native. H.P.
Polemonium caeruleun Jacob's Ladder H.P.
Polygonatum x hybridum Soloman's seal H.P.
Portulaca oleracea Green purslane Crunchy herb. H.A.
Potentilla anserina Silverweed Native. Infusion for gargling for sore throats. H.P.
Potentilla anserina 'Golden Treasure' Leaves beautifully marked in golden yellow, spreads by runners. The cultivar comes from two sources in North Wales, our own nursery and the garden of David Barrett. H.P.
Potentilla sterilis Barren strawberry Native. H.P.
Primula veris Cowslip Once used for wines and conserves. H.P.
Primula vulgaris Wild primrose Old medicinal plant. H.P.
Prunella vulgaris Self heal Old healing herb. Gargle for sore throats. H.P.
Prunella vulgaris alba White flowering form of above. H.P.
Pycnanthemum pilosum Mountain mint Pinky-white Flowers. H.P.
Pyrola rotundifolia Round leaved wintergreen Rare native. H.P.
Ranunculus ficaria Lesser celandine Used for an ointment for piles. H.P.
Ranunculus sceleratus Celery leaved buttercup H.A.
Reseda luteola Dyer's weld H.B.
Rhamnus cathartica Purging buckthorn Native shrub or tree for a larger garden only. H.S.
Rosmarinus officinalis Common rosemary Cultivated since the 16th Century in Britain. The plant of remembrance. Use for hair rinse to fight off dandruff and halt premature balding. Soothes headache helps colds and nervous diseases. H.S.
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Primley Blue' H.S.
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Roseus' Pink flowering form. H.S.
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Russells Blue' Rare. H.S.
Rosmarinus officinalis Prostratus 'Seven Seas' Bright blue flowers. H.S.
Rubia tinctorum Madder Rare. Roots produce red dye. H.P.
Rumex acetosa Sorrel Use in soups, salads, flans, quiches, etc. H.P.
Rumex sanguineus var. sanguineus Bloody dock Old pot herb. H.P.
Rumex scutatus Buckler-leaved sorrel Shield shaped leaves. H.P.
Ruscus aculeatus Butcher's broom Native. Once used by butchers for sweeping their blocks. Old medicinal plant. H.S.
Ruta chapelensis 'Dimension Two' Rare prostrate rue H.S.
Ruta graveolens Rue H.S.
Ruta graveolens 'Jackman's Blue' Best form. H.S.
Salvia elegans Tangerine scented leaves, scarlet flowers. Ideal house or conservatory plant. T.S.
Salvia elegans 'Scarlet Pineapple' Pineapple sage Previously known as S. rutilans. Scarlet flowers. Ideal house or conservatory plant. Use in apple jellies, fruit salads and sorbets. T.P.
Salvia officinalis Sage Sage tea is a good blood cleanser. H.S.
Salvia officinalis 'Berggarten' Huge leaves, stay on in winter, if not too exposed H.S.
Salvia officinalis 'Icterina' Golden variegated sage H.S.
Salvia officinalis 'Purpurescens' Purple sage H.S.
Salvia officinalis 'Tricolor' Tricolor sage Leaves green, pink and white. Hardy in mild districts. H.H.S.
Salvia pratensis Meadow clary Wild flower. H.P.
Salvia rutilans Pineapple sage see Salvia elegans 'Scarlet Pineapple'
Salvia sclarea Clary sage Introduced into Britain in 1562. Once used to clear the eyes of impurities, hence the old name "cleareye". H.B.
Sambucus niger Common elder Used for centuries steeped in history. Plant to guard against lightning and evil spirits. Use leaves to relieve sun-burn. Flowers make soothing skin tonic, excellent fritters and elderflower champagne. H.S.
Sambucus niger 'Cae Rhos Lligwy' Our own cultivar. Unusual form with green berries of good flavour. Makes excellent wine. Rare. H.S.
Sambucus niger 'Marginata' Variegated elder Beautiful shrub. H.S.
Sambucus niger 'Snow White' Another of our own cultivars. Lovely dazzling white double blooms. Rare. H.S.
Sambucus niger laciniata Cut leaf elder Decorative dissected foliage. H.S.
Sanicula europaea Sanicle Native. Very glossy leaves, umbels of white flowers. H.P.
Santolina chamaecyparissus Cotton lavender Silver foliage. Bright yellow flowers. H.S.
Santolina pinnata ssp. neopolitana Grey foliage, cream flowers. H.S.
Saponaria officinalis Soapwort Much favoured in Victorian times for washing fine materials. Patch forming, pretty pink flowers. H.P.
Saponaria officinalis 'Alba Plena' Double white flowered form. H.P.
Saponaria officinalis 'Dazzler' Yellow variegated foliage. Charming. H.P.
Saponaria officinalis 'Rosea Plena' Double pink flowers. Old favourite. H.P.
Satureja hortensis Summer savory Use with beans and salad dressings. H.A.
Satureja montana Winter savory Evergreen small shrub. Flavour bean dishes and casseroles. H.S.
Scrophularia auriculata Water figwort Native of moist soil. H.P.
Scrophularia nodosa Common figwort The bruised leaves used for swellings and burns, also for sprains and warts. H.P.
Scutellaria lateriflora Virginian scullcap Sedative and remedy for headaches. Pretty blue flowers. H.P.
Scutellaria gelericulata Scullcap Good for uplifting the spirits and soothes headaches. H.P.
Sedum reflexum Native. Attractive trailing grey foliage, yellow flowers. H.P.
Sempervivum tectorum Houseleek Naturally refrigerant leaves, use to cool stings and bites. H.P.
Senecio squalidus Oxford ragwort. Wild flower with yellow daisy flowers. Gathered from rocks on Mount Etna, grown in the Oxford Botanic Garden since 1770 from where seed traveled along the Great Western Railway to where it is today. H.P.
Serapias parviflora Tongue orchid Short basal leaves, flowers red-purple with large tongue-like lip. Protect from frost. Rare in Britain, recent visitor to our shores. T. P.
Serratula tinctoria Sawort Native. Purple flower. Elegant. H.P.
Silene alba White campion Wild flower. H.P.
Silene dioica Red campion Wild flower. H.P.
Silene maritima Sea campion Native. Silvery mats, white flowers. H.P.
Silene nutans Nottingham catchfly Pretty white flowers scented at night. H.P.
Silybum marianum Milk thistle Leaves beautifully veined in white, seeds attract goldfinches. H.B.
Solidago virgaurea Golden rod Native. Leaves and flowers yield a yellow dye. Used for stone in the bladder. H.P.
Sorbus aucuparia Mountain ash Native. H.T.
Sparganuin erectum Bur-reed Native. Blue-grey leaves. H.P.
Stachys officinalis Betony Betony tea taken as a tonic and to relieve headaches. H.P.
Stachys sylvatica Hedge woundwort Native. H.P.
Stellaria holostea Greater stitchwort Native hedgerow plant. H.P.
Succisa pratensis Devil's bit scabious Native. Purple pincushion flowers. H.P.
Symphytum x uplandicum Russian comfrey An infusion is good for spotty skin. High in allantoin and protein. Poultice of leaved beneficial for arthritic and rheumatic pain. H.P.
Tanacetum balsamita Alecost Bible leaf. Balsam scented. Deters moths. H.P.
Tanacetum cinerariifolium Pyrethrum Dried flowerheads have been used as an effective insecticide. H.P.
Tanacetum parthenium Feverfew Eat three fresh leaves a day for relief from arthritic pain, preventative not cure must be taken every day to work. Also helps relieve migraine and headaches. H.P.
Tanacetum parthenium 'Aureum' Golden feverfew Decorative golden foliage. H.P.
Tanacetum vulgare Tansy Said to keep flies away. H.P.
Tetragonolobus purpureus Asparagus pea Pretty red and black flowers followed by edible winged peas. H.A.
Teucrium scorodonia Wood sage Native. Good spring tonic. H.P.
Teucrium scorodonia 'Crispum' Pretty crinckly edged form. H.P.
Thymus 'Doone Valley' Low growing, golden variegated leaves. H.S.
Thymus 'Fragrantissimus' Orange thyme H.S.
Thymus drucei sudsp. arcticus Wild thyme Take an infusion for nightmares. H.S.
Thymus vulgaris Common thyme Culinary thyme. H.S.
Thymus vulgaris 'Silver Posie' Upright silver variegated. H.S.
Thymus x citriodorus Lemon thyme Not hardy in exposed situations. H.S.
Trifolium incarratum Scarlet clover H.A.
Trigonella foenum-graecum Fenugreek Spicy herb. H.A.
Tussilago farfara Coltsfoot Used in cough syrups. Native. H.P.
Typha latifolia Reedmace Bullrush. Wet soil. Native. H.P.
Umbilicus rupestris Pennywort Native. Succulent leaves can be used on warts. Once used for eye infections. H.P.
Valeriana officinalis Valerian Aromatic root used as a nervine. Helps relaxation and tension. H.P.
Verbascum blattaria Moth mullien Native. Shiny leaves and spikes of yellow flowers with purple Stamens. H.B.
Verbascum lychnitis White mullien Beautiful. H.B.
Verbascum nigrum Dark mullien H.B.
Verbascum thapsus Great mullien Native. Once used as tapers. H.B.
Verbena officinalis Vervain Native. Used to treat headaches, fevers and rheumatism. H.P.
Veronica beccabunga Brooklime Native. Infusion makes good blood cleanser. H.P.
Veronica spicata Spiked speedwell Native. H.P.
Vinca major Greater periwinkle Used today in the treatment of diabetes. Once used to cure cramps and inflamed skin. Good ground cover for shade. H.P.
Viola odorata Sweet violet Native. Crystallise the flowers for cake decoration. H.P.
Viola palustris Marsh violet Native. Flowers pale lilac veined purple. H.P.
Viola riviniana Dog's violet Native. Blue-violet flowers. H.P.
Viola rupestris rosea Pink Teasdale violet Rare. H.P.
Viola tricolor Heartsease Formerly used for heart disease. H.A.
Vitax agnus-castus Chaste tree. Aromatic shrub. Cultivated in Britain since 1570 S.
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