AKA: Lavender Bergamot, Horsemint, Wild Bergamot
Planting: Rich moist soil in sun, fully hardy perennial, propagate by seed, 4’.
Propagation Zone 6/7: Seed/Perennial
Harvest: Whole plant used.
Culinary: Leaves are used to flavour meat and beans, young shoots and leaves are infused for tea.
Medicinal: An aromatic stimulant herb that aids digestion and increases perspiration. Used internally for colds, sore throats, catarrh, headaches, fevers, and gastric disorders. Used externally for skin eruptions.
Third Eye Vision:
Seeded: Spring 2009 in B7
Links: Wiki
Sources:
The Royal Horticultural Society New Encyclopedia of Herbs and Their Uses (RHS)
Friday, March 13, 2009
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