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Iris Plants: SOUTHERN COMFORT  Ruffled, shimmering pearl coloured flowers (To make a statement of colour we suggest groupings of 3 plants together) CLICK HERE! not to miss out on our other exciting varieties ON AUCTION and BUY NOW!   Tall Bearded Iris - variety 'SOUTHERN COMFORT' Approx Height of plant: 90cm Size of flower: 15cm Colour: Shimmering pearl Evergreen Perennial (Flowers Yearly Spring and Autumn) MOOIPLAAS in Spring The bearded IRIS is a hardy perennial, flowering year after year during Spring. This variety reblooms in Autumn. They are reliable, low maintenance, drought resistant, frost hardy and practically disease and pest free. A large variety of color is available and are known as the rainbow flower. Irises can be planted any time of the year, preferably in full sun to semi-shade. They are good companion plants to Roses.   Typical Daylily plant and Iris rhizome packaging for shipping. These plants ship extremely well and should keep fresh for at least three weeks.   Special "Gift Parcels" to third parties are possible. A special message can be added on a card accompanying the parcel.

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Plants of Southern Africa Names and Distribution Ed. T. H. Arnold & B. C. de Wet A first edition softcover published by National Botanical Institute in 1993 Picture cover boards are clean & bright, binding is tight & strong, no marks or inscriptions, a nice copy Postage within South Africa R100.00 Overseas Customers can contact us for a Postal Quotation **DAVE**

Buy Plants of Southern Africa Names and Distribution Ed. T. H. Arnold & B. C. de Wet for R500.00

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  With crumpled, frilled edges, the bright green leaves impart a mild, mustardy flavour. Served raw, the young leaves are tasty in saladsthey're also delicious lightly stir-fried or sauted. Cold-resistant and slow to bolt, the large, upright and vigorous plants spread to 18-24". Harvest young leaves in about 50 days or more mature leaves in about 70. Seeds per pack - 200 Seeds Country of Origin - USA Certified Organic by - USDA   Please familiarise yourself with the shipping info below Shipping Rates are as listed below Approximate processing and transit times are listed below PLEASE NOTE THAT WE DO NOT SHIP OUTSIDE OF SOUTH AFRICA  

Food From the Veld - Edible Wild Plants of Southern Africa By: F. W. Fox & M. E. Norwood Young A reprint hardcover published by Delta Books in 1988 Brown cover boards with white writing to the spine, binding is tight & strong, gift inscription on the front flyleaf, dustjacket is complete, light agewear Postage within South Africa R50.00 Overseas Customers can contact us for a Postal Quotation abe #

The Genera of Southern African Flowering Plants Vol I By: R. A. Dyer ***Signed Copy*** A first edition hardcover published by Dept of Agriculture in 1975 Green cover boards with gold writing to the spine & front cover, binding is tight & strong, SIGNED by the author on the title page, Gift inscription SIGNED by the author to Eve Palmer on the back of the first title page Book from the Estate of Eve Palmer Postage within South Africa R50.00 Overseas Customers can contact us for a Postal Quotation **DAVE**  

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Indigenous Healing Plants By: Margaret Roberts A first edition hardcover published by Southern Book Publishers in 1990 Green cover boards with white writing to the spine, binding is tight & strong, previous owners signature on front flyleaf, dustjacket is complete clean & bright Packaging and Postage within South Africa R70.00 Overseas Customers can contact us for a Postal Quotation

WHATSAPP - 073 888 5161 Southern Highbush Blueberry Plants Variety - STAR Preferably grown in a container R50 each - View in Northern Paarl Planted in premium Klasmann-Deilmann potting soil

The genus Bulbine is placed in the Asphodelaceae family and comprises more or less 73 species occurring in Africa and Australia. In southern Africa you will find 67 species, of which 62 are indigenous to South Africa, whereas only six species are found in Australia. Of the southern African species only five extend into tropical Africa. The genus is consequently considered to be a southern African entity. The genus is characterized by water-wise succulent plants with lax or compound racemes (flowers borne on stalks along an unbranched axis, lower ones opening first) of mostly yellow (very rarely white, orange or pink) flowers with bearded stamens. It is closely related to Bulbinella but has flowers that are "bearded" with hairy stamens. Many Bulbine species have medicinal uses too. Bulbine narcissifolia commonly known as Strap-leafed Bulbine or Snake Flower is used medicinally by the Basotho and Griqua for wound healing and as a mild purgative. Bulbine narcissifolia is ideal to use as an accent plant in a small bed or as a mass display in a large bed. Plants are rather fast growing and drought resistant, making it ideal for water-wise gardening. In its natural habitat it mostly flowers during spring (February to April) and summer (September to November), but can have an extended flowering period in cultivation. It puts of a gorgeous display of brilliant yellow flowers without requiring a lot of attention. The contrasting white bracts and bright yellow flowers on the compact inflorescences form an interesting display. Bulbine narcissifolia is used medicinally by the Basotho and Griqua for wound healing and as a mild purgative. As with many other Bulbine species, the roots can also be taken to counteract vomiting, diarrhoea and urinary infections. It is also commonly used to treat diabetes, rheumatism and blood problems. Sow the seeds of Bulbine narcissifolia during spring.

The genus Bulbine is placed in the Asphodelaceae family and comprises more or less 73 species occurring in Africa and Australia. In southern Africa you will find 67 species, of which 62 are indigenous to South Africa, whereas only six species are found in Australia. Of the southern African species only five extend into tropical Africa. The genus is consequently considered to be a southern African entity. The genus is characterized by water-wise succulent plants with lax or compound racemes (flowers borne on stalks along an unbranched axis, lower ones opening first) of mostly yellow (very rarely white, orange or pink) flowers with bearded stamens. It is closely related to Bulbinella but has flowers that are "bearded" with hairy stamens. Many Bulbine species have medicinal uses too. Bulbine narcissifolia commonly known as Strap-leafed Bulbine or Snake Flower is used medicinally by the Basotho and Griqua for wound healing and as a mild purgative. Bulbine narcissifolia is ideal to use as an accent plant in a small bed or as a mass display in a large bed. Plants are rather fast growing and drought resistant, making it ideal for water-wise gardening. In its natural habitat it mostly flowers during spring (February to April) and summer (September to November), but can have an extended flowering period in cultivation. It puts of a gorgeous display of brilliant yellow flowers without requiring a lot of attention. The contrasting white bracts and bright yellow flowers on the compact inflorescencan interesting display. Bulbine narcissifolia is used medicinally by the Basotho and Griqua for wound healing and as a mild purgative. As with many other Bulbine species, the roots can also be taken to counteract vomiting, diarrhoea and urinary infections. It is also commonly used to treat diabetes, rheumatism and blood problems. Sow the seeds of Bulbine narcissifolia during spring.

Aloe pienaarii was formally described by Pole Evans in . In it was sunk into Aloe cryptopoda but it has been upheld in our neighbouring countries and is now resurrected in South Africa. It is solitary, or suckering to form small groups of plants. Normally they are acaulescent or they have a very short stem. The leaves are held in a compact rosette and are dark greyish-green. The tips are tinged reddish in dry conditions. The leaves are slightly rough on the surface and without spots. It is found in Mozambique, Botswana, Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Swaziland and southern Tanzania on the Mozambique border. It grows mainly on very thin soil in rocky slopes, usually steep and exposed with little or no grass. Aloes are very popular and some of the most rewarding plants to cultivate. They make excellent accent plants owing to their often strange and inspiring architectures, as well as the bright flowers that offset the grey-green leaves. They are also very suitable as container plants and small aloes can be used very effectively as border plants at the edge of a bed. Although aloes are most often included in rockeries, their application in horticulture is not limited to this feature and they can be used in almost any setting and in conjunction with most common garden plants. Aloes can tolerate long periods of drought, but it is not true that watering should be withheld to obtain optimal growth. Stressed plants are more susceptible to insects and pests. Plants flourish, flower better and are more resistant when given adequate water during the growing season. However, be very cautious not to over-water aloes because they may rot if they stay wet for too long. Adequate drainage is essential.

The genus Bulbine is placed in the Asphodelaceae family and comprises more or less 73 species occurring in Africa and Australia. In southern Africa you will find 67 species, of which 62 are indigenous to South Africa, whereas only six species are found in Australia. Of the southern African species only five extend into tropical Africa. The genus is consequently considered to be a southern African entity. The genus is characterized by water-wise succulent plants with lax or compound racemes (flowers borne on stalks along an unbranched axis, lower ones opening first) of mostly yellow (very rarely white, orange or pink) flowers with bearded stamens. It is closely related to Bulbinella but has flowers that are "bearded" with hairy stamens. Many Bulbine species have medicinal uses too. Bulbine latifolia commonly known as Rooiwortel is one of the largest species in the genus. It can be identified by its aloe-like growth, but with an absence of marginal teeth on the leaves and elongated racemes bearing small yellow flowers. It is easily grown and can flower in the first season. It is a fast growing succulent normally forming solitary rosettes up to 20 cm high. Bulbine latifolia is popular among traditional healers in southern Africa. The roots are reportedly used to make concoctions which are taken orally to quell vomiting and diarrhoea, but also for a number of other ailments. Sow the seeds of Bulbine latifolia during spring.

There's nothing more satisfying than eating food you grew yourself, and with Sow Delicious, you can do that anywhere. Each pack contains a slab of soil, organic fertilizer, and heirloom, non-GMO seeds. They are designed to work perfectly in pots, so no matter how little space you have, you can grow your own food, and eat a garden that's Sow Delicious! Vine Tomatoes Slab designed to enable you to snap a block off and plant it separately from the rest, in a pot, or alongside other plants in the ground Handmade from a special blend of organically enriched super-soil and infused with rare heirloom seed (the purest & oldest seed on earth which is also non-GMO) Secret formula keeps the seed moist 3 x longer than the soil: Helps grow bigger seedlings and root systems Protects it from scorching sun Improves the taste of your harvest All parts fully bio-degradable and made in South Africa Companion plants (when two plants are grown together for the benefit of one or both of those plants): Basil, Gooseberries, Lettuce, Peppers, Sage, Spinach This Slab of Seed will grow you two delicious heirloom varieties of tomatoes Principe Borghese tomatoes are an Italian heirloom, famous for sun drying. Vines yield clusters of fruit in abundance. They have thin skin and a thick, very meaty flesh that houses few seeds and little juice, with a rich classic tomato flavour. The crack-resistant fruit grows in clusters on hardy, fast-growing determinate plants, which spread laterally and ripen all at once. Principe Borghese tomatoes are a favourite for sun drying because they retain their colour and flavour more than most other varieties. Principe Borghese tomatoes date back to the 1910s in southern Italy. The Spanish originally brought the tomato back to Europe after Cortez conquered Mexico City in the 16th century, and the climate in Italy allowed for many new varieties of tomato to develop with intense flavour. Principe Borghese is known to be heat tolerant and very hardy Tasting note: Rich classic tomato flavour Moneymaker tomatoes are old English heirlooms that date back over 100 years to 1913. They are good producers and a much-loved garden variety today. They can continue to grow all summer, resulting in a long season of plenty of fresh tomatoes! It produces plenty of smooth, round, medium-sized clusters of tomatoes. Moneymaker plants can grow up to two metres tall and produce in clusters of 6-10 fruits. As they ripen,  Moneymaker tomatoes turn deep red and weigh around 100g each. The tomatoes have a fruity flavour that is balanced with sweet and sour notes. At the end of each season, Moneymaker tomato plants can be propagated using their own seeds Tasting note: Sweet & meaty About Sow Delicious In 2013, Vanessa Jacobs set out to find the simplest way to grow a garden fit for a foodie, giving people the opportunity to proudly plant a garden that is Sow Delicious! She came up with the idea for the ‘Slab of Seed’ which might look like a slab of chocolate, but is made from a special blend of organically enriched super-soil and infused with rare heirloom seed – the purest & oldest seed on earth which is also non-GMO. The slabs are handmade in a unique little chocolate factory in the heart of Eden in The Garden Route. Specifications 5-block slab 1 block yields: 80+ tomatoes Dimensions: 6cm L x 17cm W x 2cm H Weight: 65g Sprouts in: 14 - 16 days Harvest in: 12 - 14 weeks Pick for: 8+ weeks Full sun: 6 - 10 hours Spacing: 50cm apart Watering: Daily until sprouting, then every 3 to 4 days Care Instructions How to plant: Snap the slab of seed into single blocks Before planting, soak in water until the block sinks Plant 2mm below the surface of the soil. Crush the block lightly as you plant it Warranty Info This product has a shelf life of 12-months from date of production.

The genus Moraea belongs to the Iridaceae family and is a close relative of the genus Iris. It is accepted that it evolved independently from Iris itself, which is restricted to the Northern Hemisphere. Therefore, it is strictly an African genus extending from Nigeria and southern Ethiopia, into the African highlands down to the southern tip of Africa where winter rainfall is predominant. Many are indigenous to South Africa. It is in the winter rainfall area where one finds the highest concentration of Moraea species. They have long narrow basal leaves, sometimes only one per corm and large yellow, pink, orange, or bicolor flowers with six fairly equal tepals. The genus name is a tribute to the English botanist Robert Moore. Moraea s have iris-like flowers. They make good potted plants and are suitable rockery plants too. Most enjoy well-drained soil and full sun to flower best. Moraea cooperi is a rare South African endemic species from the Western Cape Province where it is found growing on seasonally wet flats, in sandy soil or rocky alluvium at the base of high mountains from Tulbagh to Worcester to Caledon and Stanford. It was previously known as Gynandriris apetala, Gynandriris stenocarpa, Moraea apetala and Moraea stenocarpa. It grows to 25cm tall with branched stems. During summer it bears pale yellow 3-tepalled flowers with delicate purple veins.

The genus Moraea belongs to the Iridaceae family and is a close relative of the genus Iris. It is accepted that it evolved independently from Iris itself, which is restricted to the Northern Hemisphere. Therefore, it is strictly an African genus extending from Nigeria and southern Ethiopia, into the African highlands down to the southern tip of Africa where winter rainfall is predominant. Many are indigenous to South Africa. It is in the winter rainfall area where one finds the highest concentration of Moraea species. They have long narrow basal leaves, sometimes only one per corm and large yellow, pink, orange, or bicolor flowers with six fairly equal tepals. The genus name is a tribute to the English botanist Robert Moore. Moraea s have iris-like flowers. They make good potted plants and are suitable rockery plants too. Most enjoy well-drained soil and full sun to flower best. Moraea elliottii is a South African indigenous species from the Eastern Cape, Free State, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga and Western Cape Provinces. It was previously known as Moraea juncifolia, Moraea macra, Moraea stewartae and Moraea violacea. Commonly known as Bloutulp in Afrikaans this summer growing species grows to 50cm tall with a terete/channelled leaf. From spring to autumn it bears attractive blue-violet flowers with yellow to orange nectar guides.

The genus Moraea belongs to the Iridaceae family and is a close relative of the genus Iris. It is accepted that it evolved independently from Iris itself, which is restricted to the Northern Hemisphere. Therefore, it is strictly an African genus extending from Nigeria and southern Ethiopia, into the African highlands down to the southern tip of Africa where winter rainfall is predominant. Many are indigenous to South Africa. It is in the winter rainfall area where one finds the highest concentration of Moraea species. They have long narrow basal leaves, sometimes only one per corm and large yellow, pink, orange, or bicolor flowers with six fairly equal tepals. The genus name is a tribute to the English botanist Robert Moore. Moraea s have iris-like flowers. They make good potted plants and are suitable rockery plants too. Most enjoy well-drained soil and full sun to flower best. Moraea papilionacea is a South African endemic species from the Western Cape where it is found from the Cederberg Mountains to Bredasdorp where it is predominantly found growing among Fynbos mostly on sandstone soils. It grows to 15cm tall and has lovely scented salmon pink and yellow flowers with yellow nectar guides. This plant flowers from spring to summer. Seeds of this species are best sown during autumn.

Leonotis is a genus of flowering plants in the mint family Lamiaceae. It comprises 9 species. One of these, Leonotis nepetifolia, is native to tropical Africa and southern India. It is naturalized throughout most of the tropics. The other 8 species are endemic to southern Africa. Leonotis was named by Robert Brown in 1810 in Prodromus Florae Novae Hollandiae et Insulae Van Diemen. The name means "lion's ear". It will attract birds, butterflies and bees to the garden.           Leonotis intermedia commonly known as Wild Dagga, Broad-leaved leonotis or Minaret flower is a South African indigenous species. It can be found in the Eastern Cape, Free State, Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo and Mpumalanga. Previously it was known as Leonotis bachmannii, Leonotis brevipes, Leonotis dysophylla, Leonotis intermedia var. natalensis and Leonotis malacophylla. It forms a robust shrub that grows to 2 meters tall. It has velvety leaves that are silvery on the underside. From summer to autumn it bears eye-catching orange flowers that are filled with nectar.

  Babiana is a genus of flowering plants in the Family Iridaceae composed of about 80 species. Most of these species (about 49) are found in the south-western Cape of Africa, with the remainder distributed in Namaqualand and Northern Cape Province. The native range of the genus is from southern Namibia to the Eastern Cape to southern Zimbabwe, with one species from Socotra off the coast of Somalia (although this may not be a species of Babiana). The genus name is derived from the Dutch word babianer, referring to the African ape that consumes the corms of plants in the genus. Thriving in rocky crevices and growing up to 15cm this indigenous as bulb features sharply pointed leaves and deep purplish to blue flowers. Sow autumn for spring blooming. USDA Zone - 8 Season to Sow - Autumn   Please familiarise yourself with the shipping info below Shipping Rates are as listed below Approximate processing and transit times are listed below PLEASE NOTE THAT WE DO NOT SHIP OUTSIDE OF SOUTH AFRICA  

Gladiolus hyalinus  Seeds Gladiolus (from Latin, the diminutive of gladius, a sword) is a genus of flowering plants in the iris family (Iridaceae). Sometimes called the sword lily, the most widely-used English common name for these plants is simply gladiolus (plural gladioli or gladioluses). The genus Gladiolus contains about 260 species, of which 250 are native to sub-Saharan Africa, mostly South Africa. About 10 species are native to Eurasia. There are 160 species of Gladiolus endemic in southern Africa and 76 in tropical Africa. The fragrant flower spikes are large and one-sided. They make very good cut flowers. Gladiolus hyalinus is a wide spread species in the winter-rainfall region where it is found from Namaqualand to the southwestern Cape and in a couple of places in the southern Cape and the Eastern Cape. In the Cape Flora region it is found in transitional fynbos and in Namaqualand on granite derived sand or clay. It flowers from winter into spring depending on the elevation. Flowers are light to reddish brown on a pale cream background. There are dark spots and streaks on the throat. On offer is a pack of 10 Seeds We will supply you with all the germination & care instructions.

Hesperantha grandiflora Seeds Hesperantha is a cormous genus in the Iridaceae family with 79 species. Four are found in tropical Africa, 37 in summer-rainfall southern Africa, and 42 in winter-rainfall southern Africa. Many of the former are found in the eastern southern African Drakensberg in Kwa Zulu-Natal. In spite of the large number of species there is limited variability in the floral structure. Flowers are radially symmetrical with a style that divides at the mouth of the tube into three branches that spread over the tepals. Most plants are short, 15 to 20 cm. tall or less. A number of them open late in the afternoon or early evening and those are often very fragrant. Hesperantha grandiflora is a South African indigenous species from the Eastern Cape, Free State and KwaZulu-Natal Provinces. It was previously known as Acidanthera tysonii. Hesperantha grandiflora is a summer growing species that will reach up to 70cm tall. During autumn it bears a spike with one to six pink flowers with the flower tubes curved at the tips on opening. The flowers open as soon as the sun rises. It is normally found on damp grassy stream banks. On offer is a pack of 10 Seeds We'll supply you with all the germination & care instructions.

The genus Bulbine is placed in the Asphodelaceae family and comprises more or less 73 species occurring in Africa and Australia. In southern Africa you will find 67 species, of which 62 are indigenous to South Africa, whereas only six species are found in Australia. Of the southern African species only five extend into tropical Africa. The genus is consequently considered to be a southern African entity. The genus is characterized by water-wise succulent plants with lax or compound racemes (flowers borne on stalks along an unbranched axis, lower ones opening first) of mostly yellow (very rarely white, orange or pink) flowers with bearded stamens. It is closely related to Bulbinella but has flowers that are "bearded" with hairy stamens. Many Bulbine species have medicinal uses too. Bulbine frutescens is a popular, water wise garden plant, especially when planted en masse as a ground cover, or in rock gardens. It is also cultivated for its medicinal properties. The fresh leaf produces a jelly-like juice that is wonderful for burns, rashes, blisters, insect bites, cracked lips, acne, cold sores, mouth ulcers and areas of cracked skin. This plant is ideal to grow and is a useful first-aid remedy for children’s' daily knocks and scrapes. The Rastafarians make an infusion of a few fresh leaves in a cup of boiling water. The strained drink is taken for coughs, colds and arthritis. During spring into summer it produces upright spreading racemes in yellow, orange or rarely white. On offer here are seeds for the white form of Bulbine frutescens. We also sell the Orange and Yellow forms. Sow the seeds of Bulbine frutescens during spring or summer.

The genus Bulbine is placed in the Asphodelaceae family and comprises more or less 73 species occurring in Africa and Australia. In southern Africa you will find 67 species, of which 62 are indigenous to South Africa, whereas only six species are found in Australia. Of the southern African species only five extend into tropical Africa. The genus is consequently considered to be a southern African entity. The genus is characterized by water-wise succulent plants with lax or compound racemes (flowers borne on stalks along an unbranched axis, lower ones opening first) of mostly yellow (very rarely white, orange or pink) flowers with bearded stamens. It is closely related to Bulbinella but has flowers that are "bearded" with hairy stamens. Many Bulbine species have medicinal uses too. Bulbine annua commonly known as Annual Bulbine has fleshy succulent quill-like leaves that are 15-40 cm long. It has wiry roots and can be found growing naturally in sandy soils along the coast in the south-western Cape. During spring and summer it produces dense racemes of yellow flowers on long pedicels. Sow these seeds during autumn.

The genus Bulbine is placed in the Asphodelaceae family and comprises more or less 73 species occurring in Africa and Australia. In southern Africa you will find 67 species, of which 62 are indigenous to South Africa, whereas only six species are found in Australia. Of the southern African species only five extend into tropical Africa. The genus is consequently considered to be a southern African entity. The genus is characterized by water-wise succulent plants with lax or compound racemes (flowers borne on stalks along an unbranched axis, lower ones opening first) of mostly yellow (very rarely white, orange or pink) flowers with bearded stamens. It is closely related to Bulbinella but has flowers that are "bearded" with hairy stamens. Many Bulbine species have medicinal uses too. Bulbine angustifolia is a tall robust plant with fleshy erect twisted and shiny leaves. During spring this lovely Bulbine bears brilliant lemon-yellow flowers dense racemes. Sow these seeds during spring.

The genus Bulbine is placed in the Asphodelaceae family and comprises more or less 73 species occurring in Africa and Australia. In southern Africa you will find 67 species, of which 62 are indigenous to South Africa, whereas only six species are found in Australia. Of the southern African species only five extend into tropical Africa. The genus is consequently considered to be a southern African entity. The genus is characterized by water-wise succulent plants with lax or compound racemes (flowers borne on stalks along an unbranched axis, lower ones opening first) of mostly yellow (very rarely white, orange or pink) flowers with bearded stamens. It is closely related to Bulbinella but has flowers that are "bearded" with hairy stamens. Many Bulbine species have medicinal uses too. Bulbine abyssinica is commonly known as Bushy Bulbine or Geelkatstert in Afrikaans (Yellow Cat’s Tail). It is a hardy succulent for the water-wise garden. This plant offers a brilliant yellow display when in flower. Inflorescences with both flowers and fruit have an attractive bicoloured (yellow and black) appearance. Sow these seeds during spring.

The genus Bulbine is placed in the Asphodelaceae family and comprises more or less 73 species occurring in Africa and Australia. In southern Africa you will find 67 species, of which 62 are indigenous to South Africa, whereas only six species are found in Australia. Of the southern African species only five extend into tropical Africa. The genus is consequently considered to be a southern African entity. The genus is characterized by water-wise succulent plants with lax or compound racemes (flowers borne on stalks along an unbranched axis, lower ones opening first) of mostly yellow (very rarely white, orange or pink) flowers with bearded stamens. It is closely related to Bulbinella but has flowers that are "bearded" with hairy stamens. Many Bulbine species have medicinal uses too. Bulbine frutescens is a popular, water wise garden plant, especially when planted en masse as a ground cover, or in rock gardens. It is also cultivated for its medicinal properties. The fresh leaf produces a jelly-like juice that is wonderful for burns, rashes, blisters, insect bites, cracked lips, acne, cold sores, mouth ulcers and areas of cracked skin. This plant is ideal to grow and is a useful first-aid remedy for children’s' daily knocks and scrapes. The Rastafarians make an infusion of a few fresh leaves in a cup of boiling water. The strained drink is taken for coughs, colds and arthritis. During spring into summer it produces upright spreading racemes in yellow, orange or rarely white. On offer here are seeds for the yellow form of Bulbine frutescens. We also sell the Orange and White forms. Sow the seeds of Bulbine frutescens during spring or summer.