{"title":"Perennial plants","description":"\u003cp\u003ePlants that return year after year: discover our perennial seeds—flowers, herbs, and perennial vegetables—for a sustainable permaculture garden. Reproducible heirloom seeds, untreated with chemicals.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"4-graines-de-laurier-sauce-laurus-nobilis","title":"Bay laurel seeds (Laurus nobilis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLaurus nobilis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBay laurel, sweet bay, laurel of Apollo, true laurel: this is the laurel used for crowns in ancient Greece, and the only one of all the garden “laurels” that is edible. A versatile evergreen shrub with three uses — culinary, ornamental, and medicinal — which can grow several metres tall or remain trimmed into a ball in a pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e dark green, lance-shaped, leathery leaves, harvested all year round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnmatched aroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e the leaf used in bouquet garni, indispensable in slow-cooked dishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan be pruned as desired:\u003c\/strong\u003e into a hedge, topiary, ball, or free-growing shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-lived:\u003c\/strong\u003e a well-established plant can live for several decades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions — read carefully:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNever confuse bay laurel with its toxic namesakes.\u003c\/strong\u003e Oleander (\u003cem\u003eNerium oleander\u003c\/em\u003e) and cherry laurel (\u003cem\u003ePrunus laurocerasus\u003c\/em\u003e), both widely used in hedges, are dangerous — only \u003cem\u003eLaurus nobilis\u003c\/em\u003e is edible. The unmistakable sign: crush the leaf, and bay laurel immediately releases its characteristic culinary fragrance. The others do not.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts black berries are not edible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways remove the leaves from the dish before serving: they are tough and may cause injury if swallowed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun to partial shade, sheltered from cold, drying winds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e ordinary, deep, and well drained. It tolerates lime and drought once established, but does not tolerate stagnant moisture in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e the seeds require \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to optimise germination. Then sow in a tray or directly in the ground, covering with black plastic until emergence: \u003cstrong\u003edarkness is necessary for germination\u003c\/strong\u003e. Keep the substrate moist but not waterlogged. Be patient, as emergence can take several months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant into the ground in mild regions, or into a large pot elsewhere — it withstands temperatures down to about -10 °C, but young plants are more fragile and benefit from being brought indoors during their first winters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater during the first year, then only in cases of severe drought. Mulch around the base in winter in cold regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune in spring to give it the desired shape. It regrows very well from old wood, unlike many Mediterranean shrubs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick the leaves as needed throughout the year. Tip: dried leaves are more aromatic than fresh ones, whose bitterness is more pronounced. Dry them flat, in the shade, for a few days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt makes an excellent Mediterranean hedge or bed when combined with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003etrue lavender\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/300-graines-de-thym-plante-aromatique-medicinale-semences-paysannes\"\u003ethyme\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/40-graines-de-sauge-officinale-plante-aromatique-medicinale-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecommon sage\u003c\/a\u003e. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-resistantes-secheresse-graines\"\u003edrought-resistant plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts dense evergreen foliage provides winter shelter and nesting sites for birds when deciduous shrubs are bare.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts small pale yellow spring flowers are visited by bees, and its black berries feed blackbirds and thrushes in autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaves in bouquet garni, court-bouillon, slow-cooked dishes, marinades, and preserves. One or two leaves are enough, as their aroma is strong.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA traditional medicinal plant, used in herbal medicine since antiquity. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDedicated to Apollo, it crowned poets and victors in antiquity — hence the words “laureate” and “baccalaureate.” The expression “resting on one’s laurels” also preserves this legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBay laurel is dioecious, so only female plants bear berries, and a male plant must be nearby. Harvest the fully black berries in autumn, remove the pulp, and sow them promptly: their germination capacity declines quickly. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, sorted, and carefully packaged, without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tree of poets, and the indispensable leaf for your slow-cooked dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865909080397,"sku":"3760335362460","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/laurier-sauce-rameau-feuille-baies-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788202513"},{"product_id":"35-graines-de-genet-des-teinturiers-genista-tinctoria","title":"Dyer's broom seeds (Genista tinctoria)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGenista tinctoria\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDyer’s greenweed, dyer’s broom, yellowing herb: its epithet \u003cem\u003etinctoria\u003c\/em\u003e says it all—its flowers provided the yellow used in medieval dyes, and when mixed with woad blue, they produced the famous “Kendal green” of English fabrics. A modest shrub that dressed Europe for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGolden-yellow flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e luminous clusters from spring to summer, set against fine, bright green foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall shrub:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 cm to 1 metre, perfect for borders, rock gardens, or slopes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e it tolerates heatwaves and poor soils where few plants can survive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike most broom species, its seeds and above-ground parts contain alkaloids and must not be eaten. Its traditional use is for dyeing, not food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun, in warm or temperate climates—this is essential for abundant flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e poor, dry, sandy, or stony, well drained, preferably acidic to neutral. As a legume, it fixes nitrogen from the air itself: do not enrich the soil, as rich soil will make it produce leaves without flowering. It dislikes stagnant moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e its seed coat is very hard. Soak the seeds for 48 hours in cold water, or lightly scarify them with a file, before sowing in spring in a deep pot. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant it while young to its permanent location: like all broom species, it tolerates transplantation very poorly once established. A deep pot is essential for its taproot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimal care; no watering once established. Prune lightly after flowering, never cutting into old wood, which will not regrow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor dyeing, harvest the flowering tops at peak bloom in dry weather, and dry them in the shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt shares the dry, poor-soil requirements of \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003etrue lavender\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-bruyere-massif-fleurs-plante-mellifere-jardin-semences-paysannes\"\u003eheather\u003c\/a\u003e, making them suitable companions in a rock garden or on a slope. As a legume, it naturally enriches the soil for its neighbours. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-resistantes-secheresse-graines\"\u003edrought-resistant plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts flowers have a remarkable explosive mechanism: when a bumblebee lands on them, the stamens suddenly spring up and dust it with pollen. A spectacle that can be observed up close in the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is a host plant for the caterpillars of several butterflies, particularly blues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts deep roots stabilize slopes and eroded soils while enriching them with nitrogen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBorders, rock gardens, slopes, and dry gardens. A historic dye plant producing a clear yellow on wool and silk. Traditional medicinal plant. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBroom, \u003cem\u003eplanta genista\u003c\/em\u003e in Latin, gave its name to the Plantagenet dynasty: Geoffrey of Anjou wore a sprig of it on his helmet. It symbolizes humility and perseverance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollecting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few pods to turn brown on the plant, but harvest them before they burst: when ripe, they suddenly twist and propel the seeds several metres away. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow a historic, hardy, and luminous dye plant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865909702989,"sku":"3760335362347","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/genet-des-teinturiers-talus-floraison-jaune-or-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788013801"},{"product_id":"50-graines-destragon-mexicain-tagetes-lucida","title":"Mexican tarragon seeds (Tagetes lucida)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTagetes lucida\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMexican tarragon, anise-scented marigold, pericon, and Santa Maria herb: the Aztecs called it \u003cem\u003eyauhtli\u003c\/em\u003e and used it in their ceremonies long before the arrival of the Spanish. Its great advantage over French tarragon is that it withstands summer heat without flinching, while its European cousin grows exhausted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnise aroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e the leaves and flowers give off a distinct anise fragrance, very close to tarragon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGolden flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e small bright-yellow flower heads in late summer and autumn, decorative and edible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat-resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e unlike traditional tarragon, it thrives in midsummer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerennial in its native range, it is frost-tender in our climates: grow it in a pot so you can bring it indoors for the winter, or treat it as an annual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun; it enjoys heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e ordinary, light, and well-drained, even poor soil. It mainly dislikes standing moisture. Fertilizing is unnecessary: soil that is too rich reduces the intensity of its aromas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in pots under cover from March to April (20 °C), on the surface because the seeds need light to germinate, then transplant after the frosts. No soaking or stratification. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant into pots or the open ground after the last frosts, spacing plants 30 cm apart. Growing it in a pot is ideal for small spaces and makes overwintering easier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick the leaves as needed, before flowering for maximum aroma. They dry very well and retain their fragrance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike other marigolds, such as the \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/150-graines-d-oeillets-dinde-fleurs-amis-jardins-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eFrench marigold\u003c\/a\u003e, it belongs along the edge of the vegetable garden. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable garden companion plantings\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts late flowering, in late summer and autumn, provides a valuable resource for pollinators at a time of year when few flowers remain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts leaves replace tarragon in cooked dishes, with the advantage of standing up better to cooking. Its flowers can be eaten fresh in salads or used as a natural dye, bringing a mustard hue to preparations. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-comestibles-semis-recolte-utilisation\"\u003eedible flowers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn Mexico, it is traditionally used to flavor cocoa drinks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA ritual plant of the Aztecs, \u003cem\u003eyauhtli\u003c\/em\u003e was burned as incense during ceremonies dedicated to the deities of water and rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few flower heads to dry completely on the plant until they turn brown, then thresh them: the black seeds with white tufts come away easily. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our conviction is to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn anise-scented, hardy alternative to traditional tarragon, to grow in the vegetable garden or in a pot.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865911275853,"sku":"3760335362293","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/estragon-mexicain-rameau-fleuri-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788216844"},{"product_id":"500-graines-de-pavot-dislande-fleurs-semences-paysannes-non-traitees","title":"Icelandic poppy seeds (Papaver nudicaule)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePapaver nudicaule\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIceland poppy, Arctic poppy: contrary to what its name suggests, this species does not come from Iceland but from the subarctic regions of Asia and North America. From its polar origins, it has retained a marked preference for cool conditions and exceptional hardiness, along with a range of colors that few flowers can match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrant flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e from May–June to September, in a bright range of yellow, orange, red, pink, and white, on slender leafless stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort-lived perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e generally grown as an annual or biennial, it does not appreciate overly hot summers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e it tolerates cold down to -20 °C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike all poppies, the plant contains small amounts of alkaloids: avoid ingesting it, especially by young children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny, but cool — in warm regions, choose a position sheltered from the hot afternoon sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e undemanding, ordinary to poor, but absolutely well-drained and preferably cool. It dislikes stagnant moisture in winter just as much as scorching drought in summer. Do not fertilize.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003eCold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e significantly improves germination. Then sow directly in place, on the surface without covering (the seeds need light), as its taproot does not tolerate transplanting well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove faded flowers to extend flowering. Water sparingly, but do not let the soil dry out completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt creates lovely displays with the other poppies in the catalog, such as the \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/250-graines-de-coquelicot-sauvage-jardin-fleur-semences-paysannes\"\u003ewild poppy\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/150-graines-de-pavot-de-californie-fleurs-melliferes-semences-paysannes\"\u003eCalifornia poppy\u003c\/a\u003e, extending flowering throughout the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike other poppies, it produces no nectar but an abundance of pollen, sought by bees from early morning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts early flowering, beginning in May, makes it a useful resource at the start of the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent as a cut flower: pick the buds just before they open and sear the stem in a flame for a few seconds to extend its vase life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave the capsules to brown and dry on the plant until they open into small slits at the top, then turn them upside down over a bag like a salt shaker. The Iceland poppy readily self-seeds in cool climates. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to sow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring your garden the bright palette and delicate fragrance of Iceland poppies.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865911537997,"sku":"3760335362231","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/pavot-islande-touffe-fond-blanc-detoure-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788268626"},{"product_id":"50-graines-dasperge-verte-potager-legume-semences-reproductibles","title":"Green asparagus seeds (Asparagus officinalis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAsparagus officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen asparagus, garden asparagus: growing your own asparagus is an investment in time. The first harvest does not come until after three years—but a well-established planting then produces for fifteen to twenty years. Few vegetable crops offer such longevity from a single sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery long-lived perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e a planting produces for 15 to 20 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreen asparagus:\u003c\/strong\u003e grown in the light without earthing up, it is simpler to grow than white asparagus and has a more pronounced flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrnamental foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e after harvesting, the stems develop into light, feathery foliage that is highly ornamental.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e it withstands harsh winters without protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep, loose, sandy, and above all perfectly drained. A crucial point: its crowns rot in heavy, damp soil. Clay soils also give the asparagus a slightly bitter taste. In heavy soil, grow it on a raised mound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow from March to June in a nursery bed, in well-loosened soil, spacing the seeds 10 cm apart in rows 30 cm apart, and covering them with 1 cm of fine soil. Soaking them for 24 to 48 hours in lukewarm water significantly speeds up naturally slow germination (3 to 6 weeks).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave the young plants in the nursery for one year, then transplant the crowns obtained to their permanent location, in deep trenches spaced 1.50 m apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not harvest anything during the first two years: allow the plant to build up its reserves. This is essential for long-term production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeed carefully, as asparagus does not tolerate competition well. Mulch generously.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut back the yellowing foliage only in late autumn: it is what replenishes the crowns for the following year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom the third year onward, cut the spears when they reach 20 cm, at ground level. Stop harvesting at the end of June to allow the plant to rebuild its reserves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTomatoes and parsley are its classic companions: tomatoes repel the asparagus beetle, while parsley makes use of the available space between the rows. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts dense, feathery summer foliage provides excellent shelter for beneficial insects and spiders throughout the warm season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFemale plants produce decorative red berries that feed birds in autumn—be careful, as they are not edible for humans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteamed, roasted, in risotto, or in a velouté. Unlike white asparagus, green asparagus generally requires no peeling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnly female plants bear red berries. Harvest them when fully ripe in autumn, crush them in a little water, and rinse to extract the black seeds, then dry them. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rates, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatments. Our conviction: to restore gardeners' ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInvest three years of patience for twenty years of spring harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865911669069,"sku":"3760335362217","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/asperge-verte-turions-rameau-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788216145"},{"product_id":"35-graines-dartichaut-potager-semences-paysannes-reproductibles","title":"Artichoke seeds (Cynara scolymus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCynara scolymus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtichoke, globe artichoke: what we eat is actually an unopened flower bud — left on the plant, it opens into a spectacular, immense blue-violet flower head, very similar to that of the thistle from which it descends. A plant that is both edible and remarkably ornamental, whose finely cut, silvery foliage deserves a place in flower beds just as much as in the vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMajestic growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e large, deeply cut silver leaves, reaching up to 1.50 m in height and spreading just as wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e a clump produces for 4 to 5 years before needing to be renewed from rooted offsets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpectacular flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e an immense blue-violet flower head if a bud is allowed to open, lasting several weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy down to -10 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e, provided it is protected from the wind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny, in a temperate climate and sheltered from cold winds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep, fertile, loose and well-drained. This is a hungry plant that appreciates a generous addition of compost. Critical point: it is much more afraid of winter moisture than of cold — in heavy soil, plant it on a mound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow from February to March in pots at 18–20 °C, or directly in the ground after the last frosts, at a depth of 1 or 2 cm. Keep the soil moist without waterlogging it during growth. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant with at least 1 metre between plants: they become very large. The first harvest generally takes place in the second year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly to keep the soil moist without waterlogging it. Mulch around the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn cold regions, mound soil around the base and cover the crown with a thick mulch before winter: this determines whether it survives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRenew the planting every 4 to 5 years by taking rooted lateral offsets in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut the heads with 10 cm of stem, before the scales begin to spread apart: after this stage, the choke develops and the heart becomes tough.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest the central head first; the smaller side heads will follow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave one or two for flowering: the spectacle is worth the sacrifice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts imposing size makes it a good windbreak for shorter crops. At its base, sow \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/1000-graines-de-trefle-blanc-plante-tres-mellifere-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eclovers\u003c\/a\u003e, which will fix the nitrogen it needs. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet one or two heads flower: their immense blue-violet flower heads are among the most visited flowers in the vegetable garden, literally covered with bumblebees for weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds then feed goldfinches, whose name says enough about their attachment to this family of plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeads cooked in water or steamed, hearts pan-fried or prepared à la barigoule; very young poivrade artichokes can be eaten raw with salt. Dried flowering heads make superb long-lasting bouquets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet a head flower fully and then form its tufted achenes, which should be harvested when dry. Note: seedlings produce variable plants — propagation by rooted offsets remains the reliable method for reproducing a good specimen. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, sorted and carefully packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA noble vegetable and a spectacular plant, equally at home in the vegetable garden and the flower bed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865912586573,"sku":"3760335362163","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/artichaut-tetes-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788006013"},{"product_id":"60-graines-de-tritome-faux-aloe-kniphofia-grandes-fleurs-ornementales","title":"Red hot poker seeds (Kniphofia uvaria)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eKniphofia uvaria\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed hot poker, false aloe, kniphofia, Satan’s torch, blazing poker: native to South Africa, it produces upright flower spikes whose blooms open from bottom to top, creating the characteristic gradient from orange-red to yellow — exactly like a glowing ember, hence its nickname. An architectural plant that few French gardens yet make the most of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlamboyant spikes:\u003c\/strong\u003e rigid flower stalks held well above the foliage, with a red-orange-yellow gradient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraphic foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e long, narrow, arching leaves reminiscent of aloe leaves — hence its other name.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-lived perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e a well-established clump grows fuller year after year and flowers increasingly abundantly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is far more sensitive to winter moisture than to cold itself: this is the most common cause of failure. In regions with harsh or wet winters, tie the foliage into a bundle above the crown to protect it from rain, and mulch the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun, in a warm position — essential for flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, sandy, deep and above all \u003cstrong\u003eperfectly well-drained in winter\u003c\/strong\u003e. It tolerates summer drought but rots in heavy, waterlogged soil. In clay soil, plant it on a raised mound or incorporate coarse sand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in spring in pots, at 18–20 °C, covering the seeds lightly. No soaking or stratification is necessary. Patience: flowering generally occurs in the second or third year. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe best times are early autumn and spring, spacing plants 50 cm apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn pots: use a container at least 30 cm in diameter to start, then repot into a 40 cm pot the following year, with a layer of gravel at the bottom for drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater moderately in summer and not at all in winter. Cut faded flower stalks back to the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not cut back the foliage in autumn: it protects the plant’s crown during winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts vertical form and warm colors pair well with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-gaillarde-fleurs-plantes-vivace-semences-paysannes\"\u003eblanket flower\u003c\/a\u003e and grasses such as \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/500-graines-de-fetuque-bleue-festuca-glauca\"\u003eblue fescue\u003c\/a\u003e, in a dry-garden bed. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-resistantes-secheresse-graines\"\u003edrought-resistant plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts nectar-rich tubular flowers are pollinated in their native Africa by sunbirds. In our climates, bees and bumblebees flock to them in large numbers — it is one of the most visited perennials in summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts evergreen foliage, forming a dense clump, shelters insects and small wildlife throughout winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeds, exotic displays, dry gardens and containers. An excellent cut flower, very striking in bouquets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few faded flower stalks to form their seed capsules, then harvest them once they are brown and dry, before they open. The black, angular seeds store well in a dry place. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, sorted and carefully packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight up your flower bed with a plant ember using these red hot poker seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865912881485,"sku":"3760335362132","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/tritome-faux-aloe-kniphofia-touffe-fond-blanc-detoure-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788273610"},{"product_id":"35-graines-de-caprier-vivace-sans-epine-semences-reproductibles","title":"Thornless caper bush seeds (Capparis spinosa)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCapparis spinosa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe caper bush has a remarkable survival secret: it is often seen growing directly in the cracks of old Mediterranean stone walls, with almost no soil. This thornless variety retains all the hardiness of the Mediterranean, without the inconvenience of thorny branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraceful habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e a bushy, trailing shrub with a spreading habit of approximately 50 cm by 1 metre, with drooping branches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEphemeral flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e the fragrant white flowers, with long purple stamens, last only a single day each, between June and July.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSemi-hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e it tolerates temperatures down to -5 °C and withstands drought remarkably well once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun, as warm as possible — against a south-facing wall is ideal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e dry, stony, chalky, very poor and, above all, perfectly drained. This is a plant that thrives in extreme conditions: never enrich the soil, and avoid any heavy or damp soil, which is fatal to its roots. In a pot, use a mixture of potting soil, sand and gravel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e germination is known to be difficult and slow. Soak the seeds for 24 hours in lukewarm water, then apply \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e for 2 to 3 weeks before sowing in pots in spring. Be patient: emergence may take several weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant in the ground only in southern France. Elsewhere, grow it in a pot and bring it indoors for protection from the cold in winter, in a cool, bright room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater very sparingly, only during the first year. Cut back the branches at the end of winter to encourage the production of new buds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick the flower buds early in the morning, while they are still tightly closed: these become capers after being preserved in salt or vinegar. The smallest ones are the most sought after.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt shares the requirements of other Mediterranean plants such as \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003etrue lavender\u003c\/a\u003e, with which it creates a harmonious, water-efficient dry rock garden. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-resistantes-secheresse-graines\"\u003edrought-resistant plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts large flowers, although fleeting, are highly valued by bees during their brief day of bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts ability to colonise low walls and rock gardens makes it a welcome refuge for small wildlife in dry gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe flower buds become capers; the young fruits, harvested later, produce caper berries, which are equally popular in Mediterranean cuisine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllow a few buds to open and then develop into fruit. Harvest the fruit when fully ripe, open it and extract the small brown seeds from the pulp, then rinse and dry them. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living organisms as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to restore gardeners' ability to sow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransform a corner of your garden into a Mediterranean-inspired setting with these thornless caper bush seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865913110861,"sku":"3760335362026","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/caprier-vieux-mur-pierre-mediterraneen-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788010632"},{"product_id":"50-graines-de-plume-du-kansas-liatris-spicata-rose-violace-semences-paysannes","title":"Kansas gayfeather seeds (Liatris spicata), purplish pink","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLiatris spicata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKansas gayfeather, blazing star, and spike gayfeather: this perennial of the American prairies has a feature that confounds every gardener the first time—the flower spikes bloom \u003cstrong\u003efrom top to bottom\u003c\/strong\u003e, the opposite of almost all other plants with flowering stems. A detail that makes it instantly recognizable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeathery spikes:\u003c\/strong\u003e long, dense pink-purple flower stems, very upright, from midsummer through autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-lived perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e a single well-established plant can produce up to twenty flowering stems within three years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e native to the eastern and central United States, it withstands our winters without difficulty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun, essential for keeping the flower stems upright.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e ordinary, light, well-drained soil that remains cool in summer. This is the balance to maintain: it appreciates summer moisture, but its underground organ rots in waterlogged soil during winter. In heavy soil, plant it on a slight mound. Avoid excessive fertilization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 to 6 weeks of \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e significantly improves germination. Then sow in spring, in pots or directly in the ground, covering lightly. Patience: flowering generally occurs in the second year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater during dry periods in the first year. After that, it manages well on its own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not cut it back too early in autumn: the dry spikes remain decorative and provide food for birds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor fresh bouquets, cut the stem when the upper third has opened. For drying, harvest at full bloom and hang upside down in the shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts upright form contrasts beautifully with the flat flower heads of \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-dechinacee-pourpre-echinacea-purpurea\"\u003epurple coneflower\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/300-graines-de-rudbeckia-gloriosa-daisy-semences-paysannes\"\u003erudbeckia\u003c\/a\u003e, its fellow plants of the American prairies, or with grasses such as \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/500-graines-de-fetuque-bleue-festuca-glauca\"\u003eblue fescue\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is one of the best butterfly plants for the summer garden: its nectar-rich spikes attract large numbers of butterflies and bumblebees over a long period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts tufted seeds feed goldfinches in autumn if the stems are left in place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlower beds and borders, where it adds rare vertical interest. An excellent cut flower, fresh or dried, and highly sought after by florists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave the faded spikes to dry completely on the plant until they become covered with fluffy tufts, then thresh them over a container, sheltered from the wind. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to sow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring elegant vertical interest to your flower beds with these Kansas gayfeather seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865914290509,"sku":"3760335361760","price":2.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/plume-du-kansas-liatris-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788259477"},{"product_id":"35-graines-de-rose-tremiere-noire-fleurs-jardins-ornement-semences-paysannes","title":"Black hollyhock seeds (Alcea rosea)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlcea rosea\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003enigra\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack hollyhock, fig-leaved hollyhock, black mallow: this spectacular variety is not actually black, but such a deep purple that it appears unfathomable, especially when backlit. Cultivated since the 17th century, it was once a collector’s curiosity; today, it is one of the most sought-after flowers for creating so-called “gothic” gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare coloring:\u003c\/strong\u003e large single or double flowers, 5 to 10 cm across, in a velvety purple-black shade unique in the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMajestic silhouette:\u003c\/strong\u003e upright, hairy stems often exceeding 2 meters, covered with rough leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e it survives the winter without protection in most regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny, ideally planted against a light-colored wall that will highlight the flowers’ dark purple color and protect them from the wind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e ordinary, deep, and well-drained. It tolerates chalky and poor soils, but dislikes stagnant moisture in winter, which causes the crown to rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e the seeds require \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e. Then sow them directly in the ground in spring, as its long taproot does not tolerate transplanting well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStake the tallest stems in windy locations. Water during dry periods, without excess.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut back after flowering, or leave a few flower stalks to produce seeds for self-sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts deep purple creates a striking contrast with the \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/35-graines-de-rose-tremiere-fleurs-jardins-ornement-semences-paysannes\"\u003eclassic hollyhock\u003c\/a\u003e in light shades, or with white and silver flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts flowers, especially in their single form, are rich in pollen and heavily visited by bees and bumblebees throughout the summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike all mallows, it is a host plant for certain butterfly caterpillars, notably the Painted Lady. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-au-potager\"\u003ecombining flowers with the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe flowers are edible, raw in salads or dried to flavor an infusion—the dark petals add an attractive color to the liquid. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-comestibles-semis-recolte-utilisation\"\u003eedible flowers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditionally used as a natural dye for fabrics and preparations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet the small wheel-shaped seed capsules dry on the stem, then shell them by hand. Be careful: hollyhocks cross-pollinate easily, so isolate this plant from light-colored varieties if you want to preserve the pure black coloring. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to sow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA touch of mystery and rare elegance for your garden, with these black hollyhock seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865914454349,"sku":"3760335361913","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/rose-tremiere-noire-hampes-pourpre-mur-chaule-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788023292"},{"product_id":"50-graines-de-groseillier-a-grappe-rouge-fruit-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Redcurrant seeds (Ribes rubrum)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRibes rubrum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRedcurrant, also known as red currant bush: its translucent clusters resemble tiny bunches of grapes, which explains its regional names. This remarkably undemanding, bushy shrub produces tart clusters from early summer onwards, perfect for fruit leather and incomparable jelly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTranslucent clusters:\u003c\/strong\u003e shiny red, tart berries gathered in long, highly decorative clusters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e it withstands temperatures down to -20 °C and thrives in cool regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e a light annual pruning is enough to keep it productive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdaptable:\u003c\/strong\u003e ornamental garden, orchard, vegetable garden, or trained against a wall — including a north-facing wall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e an open, \u003cstrong\u003epartially shaded\u003c\/strong\u003e position. This is important: redcurrants dislike scorching full sun, which burns their leaves and cooks their berries. They perform remarkably well when trained against a north-facing wall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e cool, deep, rich in humus, and well drained, preferably neutral to slightly acidic. As its roots are shallow, it dislikes both drying out and stagnant water — mulching is highly beneficial.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 to 12 weeks of \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e is necessary to break dormancy. Then sow in spring in pots, covering lightly. Germination is slow: be patient. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant, spacing plants 1.50 metres apart. It can be grown as a bush, as a standard, or trained in cordons against a wall, depending on the space available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowing it in a large container is possible but significantly reduces production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch as soon as you plant it: its shallow roots quickly suffer from drought.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil cool in summer. An addition of compost around the base each autumn is enough to maintain it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e redcurrants fruit mainly on \u003cstrong\u003etwo- to three-year-old wood\u003c\/strong\u003e. At the end of winter, remove the oldest, blackened branches and retain the young shoots — the opposite of blackcurrants, which are cut back more severely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen up the centre of the bush to limit powdery mildew.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest the \u003cstrong\u003ewhole cluster\u003c\/strong\u003e by pinching it at the base, never berry by berry: the fruits get crushed and the cluster keeps much better intact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWait until all the berries on a cluster are well coloured. Netting is often necessary, as birds spot them before you do.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts tolerance of partial shade makes it well suited to the understorey of fruit trees, with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/1000-graines-d-ortie-sauvage-plante-amie-potager-legumes-semences-paysannes\"\u003enettles\u003c\/a\u003e kept at a distance and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/1000-graines-dachillee-millefeuille-fleurs-medicinale-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003eyarrow\u003c\/a\u003e to attract beneficial insects. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/bases-permaculture\"\u003ethe basics of permaculture\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts discreet, early flowering, from April onwards, provides a resource for bees at a time when there is still little for them to forage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts berries feed blackbirds, warblers, and field mice in late spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn jelly — its naturally high pectin content allows it to set without added pectin —, jam, tarts, syrup, or coulis. Raw, its berries are distinctly tart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey freeze very well once stripped from their stems and spread out on a tray.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrush ripe berries in a little water, rinse to separate the seeds from the pulp, then dry them flat before winter stratification. Redcurrants are also very easy to propagate from hardwood cuttings in winter. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit shrub that tolerates a north-facing wall and still produces a crop.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865914716493,"sku":"3760335361999","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/groseillier-grappe-rouge-rameau-grappes-packshot-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788256277"},{"product_id":"50-graines-de-mauve-royale-fleurs-vivace-plante-mellifere-jardin-semences-paysannes","title":"Royal mallow seeds (Malva sylvestris)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMalva sylvestris\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyal mallow, large mallow, wild mallow, “little cheese”: this last nickname comes from its round, ridged fruits, which children in the past nibbled while calling them “little cheeses.” Its large purple flowers veined with dark lines make it one of the most beautiful perennials for roadsides, long cultivated in herb gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge veined flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e purple to violet, marked with darker veins, from June to September.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort-lived perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e it lives for two to three years but self-seeds so generously that it becomes a lasting fixture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery undemanding:\u003c\/strong\u003e once established, it does not need watering and requires no maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny; it tolerates light partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e ordinary, rather poor and well drained; it tolerates lime perfectly. Important: it flowers noticeably better in poor soil than in rich soil, where it mainly produces foliage and becomes susceptible to rust. Do not fertilize.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in place in spring, lightly covering the seeds. Its taproot does not tolerate transplanting well: avoid sowing in pots. Thin to 40 cm apart. No soaking or stratification. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlmost none. Cut it back after flowering, or let it go to seed for natural self-sowing. Keep the base of the plants well ventilated to limit rust, its only real weakness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt naturally complements other mallows in the catalogue, such as \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/35-graines-de-rose-tremiere-fleurs-jardins-ornement-semences-paysannes\"\u003ehollyhock\u003c\/a\u003e, and creates beautiful country-style scenes with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-bleuet-fleurs-plante-mellifere-jardin-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecornflower\u003c\/a\u003e. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/graines-sol-pauvre-sec\"\u003eseeds for poor, dry soil\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly attractive to pollinators, it draws bees and bumblebees over a long summer flowering period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike all mallows, it is a host plant for butterfly caterpillars, notably the painted lady, a migratory species that crosses the Mediterranean every year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe flowers and young leaves are edible: the colorful petals decorate salads, while the leaves can be prepared like spinach. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-comestibles-semis-recolte-utilisation\"\u003eedible flowers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA plant traditionally used as an infusion since Antiquity. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWait until the small wheel-shaped fruits turn brown and dry on the plant, then detach them: each one separates into segments containing a seed. Mallow self-seeds so well that it returns on its own every year. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them without any chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd these royal mallow seeds to create a lively garden that welcomes bees and butterflies.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865914782029,"sku":"3760335361036","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/mauve-royale-tige-fleurie-packshot-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788256840"},{"product_id":"500-graines-destragon-plante-aromatique-herbe-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Tarragon seeds (Artemisia dracunculus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eArtemisia dracunculus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTarragon, dragon herb, serpentine, fargon: its name comes from the Latin \u003cem\u003edracunculus\u003c\/em\u003e, “little dragon,” referring to its roots tangled like snakes. An aromatic herb with a distinct aniseed flavor, essential for béarnaise sauce and tarragon chicken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAniseed flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e light green, narrow and highly aromatic leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBushy perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e it returns every spring and flowers from July to October.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan be grown in pots:\u003c\/strong\u003e perfect for balconies and terraces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy and vigorous:\u003c\/strong\u003e tarragon grown from seed is more cold-resistant than plants sold for transplanting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to know before sowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrench tarragon, the kind sold by garden centers, is \u003cstrong\u003esterile\u003c\/strong\u003e: it never produces seeds and can only be propagated by cuttings or division. Therefore, all tarragon seeds sold commercially, here and elsewhere, produce \u003cstrong\u003eRussian tarragon\u003c\/strong\u003e, the fertile form of the same species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts advantages: considerably hardier, more vigorous, more productive, and it self-seeds. Its aniseed flavor is slightly milder than that of French tarragon, and it becomes more pronounced as the plant matures—the youngest plants are the least aromatic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTip: grow it in poor, dry soil. As with thyme, frugality concentrates its aroma, whereas rich soil dilutes it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny and warm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, rather poor and \u003cstrong\u003eperfectly drained\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is the decisive point: tarragon dies far more often from stagnant winter moisture than from cold. In heavy soil, plant it on a mound or in a pot. Do not amend the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in spring, on the surface or barely covered—the seeds are tiny and need light. Sow in pots at 18–20°C, then transplant after the frosts. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant with 40 cm spacing. In regions with a continental climate, protect the base with a thick mulch before winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater moderately; it prefers drought to excess water. No fertilizer is needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut back the dry stems at the end of winter. Divide the clump every 3 to 4 years to rejuvenate it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick the leaves as needed from May to September. They freeze well and keep very well in vinegar, but lose much of their aroma when dried.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt forms a water-saving aromatic herb bed with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/300-graines-de-thym-plante-aromatique-medicinale-semences-paysannes\"\u003ethyme\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/40-graines-de-sauge-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecommon sage\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003elavender\u003c\/a\u003e. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-resistantes-secheresse-graines\"\u003edrought-resistant plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts late flowering, from July to October, provides pollen for small pollinators at a time when resources are becoming scarce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike other wormwoods, its strong scent disrupts several pests affecting nearby crops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA staple ingredient in béarnaise sauce, tarragon chicken, flavored vinegars and pickles. It also enhances fish, eggs and creamy sauces. Add at the end of cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA traditional medicinal plant, used in herbal medicine since the Middle Ages. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnlike sterile French tarragon, this one flowers and produces seeds: leave a few flower stalks to dry completely on the plant, then rub them over a container. Dividing the clump in spring is still the fastest method. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to sow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe only tarragon that can truly be sown, and the hardiest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865915437389,"sku":"3760335360756","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/estragon-pied-entier-fond-blanc-studio-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788262609"},{"product_id":"40-graines-de-sauge-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes","title":"Common sage seeds (Salvia officinalis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSalvia officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon sage, sacred herb, tea of Provence, Saint John’s herb: its Latin name comes from the verb \u003cem\u003esalvare\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning “to save,” which says enough about the esteem in which it was held in monastic gardens. An old saying from the School of Salerno summed up this reputation: “Why should a man die who grows sage in his garden?”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grey-green, wrinkled leaves with an intense fragrance, available all year round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-lived subshrub:\u003c\/strong\u003e When properly cared for, sage lives for several years and becomes woody at the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwice as useful:\u003c\/strong\u003e A major culinary herb and a highly decorative plant for borders or rock gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, especially in northern France, where the warmth it needs is essential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light, preferably alkaline, and well drained — it thrives in poor, dry soils. Critical point: it dies in heavy, damp soil in winter, much more reliably than from cold. In clay soil, plant it on a raised mound or in a pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003eCold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e improves germination. Then sow in pots in spring (18–20°C), covering the seeds lightly, and transplant after the frosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant with 50 cm spacing: the clump spreads over the years. It is well suited to flower beds, borders, rock gardens, balconies, and terraces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune every spring without cutting into the old wood: this prevents it from becoming bare and extends its lifespan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery limited watering once established — it is a \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-resistantes-secheresse-graines\"\u003ewater-wise garden plant\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick the leaves as needed, ideally before flowering, when their fragrance is most concentrated. They dry very well in the shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts powerful fragrance disrupts several unwanted vegetable-garden insects: planted near cabbages and carrots, it deters some pests. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable-garden plant combinations\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt shares the same requirements as \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003etrue lavender\u003c\/a\u003e, with which it creates a harmonious Mediterranean border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf allowed to flower, its purple spikes are among the most sought-after by bumblebees and solitary bees — a good reason not to cut the flower stems systematically.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts evergreen foliage provides winter shelter for many beneficial small insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn cooking, its intense aroma flavors white meats, stuffings, fish, vegetables, and sauces — Italians traditionally pair it with butter to coat pasta.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA historic medicinal plant in herb gardens. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConsidered sacred by the Romans, who harvested it during a ritual ceremony, sage symbolizes wisdom and longevity — in English, the word \u003cem\u003esage\u003c\/em\u003e refers both to the plant and to a wise person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few flower stems to produce seeds, then harvest them once the calyces are brown and dry by shaking them over a container. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e At SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them without any chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to sow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a touch of intense aroma to your garden and kitchen with these common sage seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865916551501,"sku":"3760335361456","price":2.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/sauge-officinale-rameau-feuille-epi-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788207642"},{"product_id":"500-graines-dorigan-plante-aromatique-jardin-semences-paysannes","title":"Oregano seeds (Origanum vulgare)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOriganum vulgare\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOregano, wild marjoram, red tea, pennyroyal: its name comes from the Greek \u003cem\u003eoros ganos\u003c\/em\u003e, “the joy of the mountain” — it indeed carpets the dry, sunny hillsides around the Mediterranean. Unlike its cousin marjoram, which is milder and more sensitive to cold, oregano is a hardy perennial with a bold fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e upright stems, often reddish, with dark green foliage, sometimes yellow or variegated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBee-friendly flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e small white or pink flowers grouped in short spikes at the tips of the branches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcentrated fragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e the aromatic herb of Italian cuisine, even better dried than fresh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery easy:\u003c\/strong\u003e once established, it returns every year without any care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun, absolutely. In the shade, it becomes leggy and loses its fragrance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e poor, dry, rather alkaline and above all \u003cstrong\u003ewell drained\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is the decisive point: like thyme, it is far more likely to die from winter moisture than from cold. Do not amend the soil — rich soil dilutes its aroma and makes it bland.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in spring or autumn, in a nursery bed or a pot, on the surface or barely covered: its tiny seeds need light to germinate. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant with 30 cm spacing, in a rock garden, dry border, on a low wall or in a large pot. It grows very well in containers, provided that water can drain away freely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo watering once established. No fertilizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut back the clump after flowering to make it denser, and divide it every 3 to 4 years to rejuvenate it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest the flowering tops \u003cstrong\u003eright at the beginning of flowering\u003c\/strong\u003e, in dry weather and late morning: this is when the concentration of essential oils is at its highest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA rare characteristic among aromatic herbs: dried oregano is \u003cem\u003emore\u003c\/em\u003e fragrant than fresh oregano. Dry it in bunches, hanging upside down, in the shade with good ventilation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt creates a water-efficient Mediterranean planting with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/300-graines-de-thym-plante-aromatique-medicinale-semences-paysannes\"\u003ethyme\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/40-graines-de-sauge-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003esage\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003elavender\u003c\/a\u003e. Its strong scent deters several vegetable garden pests. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-resistantes-secheresse-graines\"\u003edrought-resistant plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is one of the most bee-friendly plants in the dry garden: its pink flower spikes literally buzz with bees, bumblebees and butterflies in midsummer. Let it flower rather than harvesting everything.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts summer flowering comes at a time when many spring flowers have already finished blooming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe aromatic herb of pizza, tomato sauces, grilled dishes, soups and stews. It pairs particularly well with tomatoes, olive oil and cheese.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA traditional medicinal plant, used in herbal medicine since antiquity. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet a few spikes dry completely on the plant, then rub them over a container and winnow them: the seeds are extremely fine. Oregano also readily self-seeds. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe joy of the mountain, and the indispensable aroma of Italian cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865917567309,"sku":"3760335361883","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/origan-pied-fleuri-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788262833"},{"product_id":"300-graines-de-sarriette-plante-aromatique-medicinale-semences-paysannes","title":"Winter savory seeds (Satureja montana)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSatureja montana\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinter savory, perennial savory, donkey pepper, or \u003cem\u003epèbre d'ai\u003c\/em\u003e in Provençal: this last name says everything about its peppery, powerful flavor. It is the traditional herb for legumes—broad beans, beans, and lentils—which it flavors and makes easier to digest, a use confirmed by centuries of peasant cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeppery flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e pungent and intense, it enhances meats, vegetables, and marinades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWoody perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e unlike annual savory, it returns every year and can be harvested almost year-round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBee-friendly flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e small white or lilac flowers from July to October.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrought-resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e once established, it requires very little maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun, without exception.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e poor, dry, stony, or calcareous, and above all \u003cstrong\u003ewell drained\u003c\/strong\u003e. Like thyme, it is far more likely to die from winter moisture than from cold. In heavy soil, plant it on a mound or in a pot. Do not enrich the soil: lean soil concentrates its aroma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in the ground after the last frosts, or start in a seed tray indoors a few weeks earlier. Sow on the surface or barely cover: the tiny seeds need light to germinate. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant with 30 cm spacing, in a rock garden, dry border, stone wall, or large pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater moderately, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. No fertilizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune lightly every spring without cutting into the old wood—it will not regrow. This prevents the plant from becoming bare in the center.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick the leaves throughout the season for fresh or dried use. For drying, harvest just before flowering, in dry weather, when the concentration of essential oils is at its highest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanted near \u003cstrong\u003ebeans and broad beans\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is traditionally reputed to help keep black aphids away—the classic pairing in the peasant garden, useful both in the garden and on the plate. It also forms a Mediterranean planting with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/300-graines-de-thym-plante-aromatique-medicinale-semences-paysannes\"\u003ethyme\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003elavender\u003c\/a\u003e. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable pairings for the kitchen garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts late flowering, from July to October, attracts bees and butterflies during a season when resources are becoming scarce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts semi-evergreen foliage provides winter shelter for beneficial insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts drought resistance makes it a good candidate for \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-resistantes-secheresse-graines\"\u003ewater-saving gardens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndispensable in legume dishes, it also enhances grilled meats, game, stuffings, marinades, and goat cheeses—in Provence, it is traditionally rubbed onto tommes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA traditional medicinal plant, used in herbal medicine since antiquity. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet a few flowering tops dry completely on the plant, then rub them over a container and winnow them: the seeds are extremely fine. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur commitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and sort and package them carefully, without any chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to reseed, year after year, with seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Provençals’ donkey pepper, the indispensable companion to beans.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865917927757,"sku":"3760335361432","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/sarriette-vivace-bordure-seche-muret-pierres-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787995374"},{"product_id":"500-graines-de-ciboulette-plante-aromatique-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Chive seeds (Allium schoenoprasum)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAllium schoenoprasum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChives, civet, appetits, fine herbs: this is the smallest and most discreet of the \u003cem\u003eAllium\u003c\/em\u003e, but also the one most widely used in kitchens. Its clumps of hollow stems return every spring without any effort, and its pink pom-poms also make it one of the prettiest edible borders in the vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine, hollow leaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e fragrant, with a mild onion flavor, finely chopped and used raw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdible flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e spherical pink-purple umbels, highly decorative and attractive to pollinators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e it tolerates temperatures down to -20 °C and returns every year without protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan be grown anywhere:\u003c\/strong\u003e vegetable garden, border, planter, pot, or windowsill.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun or partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e cool, loose, fertile, and substantial. Unlike bulb onions, chives appreciate soil that is well nourished and stays cool: adding compost produces fuller clumps and more tender leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in spring or late summer, 1 cm deep, in pots or directly in place. Germination is somewhat slow; allow two to three weeks. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant in clumps of several plants, spaced 20 cm apart — it makes more impact when grouped than when planted alone. Perfect along a path or vegetable garden bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly to keep the soil cool: this prevents the leaves from turning yellow and becoming tough.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUseful tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e cut the entire clump back to 5 cm after flowering. It will regrow within fifteen days with fresh, tender foliage, two to three times per season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivide the clump every 3 years in spring to rejuvenate it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut the stems with scissors 2 cm above the soil, never by pinching them halfway up: cut ends turn yellow and the clump becomes exhausted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt freezes very well when finely chopped; drying, however, causes it to lose most of its aroma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is a well-known ally of gardeners: planted at the foot of rose bushes and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/500-graines-de-carotte-nantaise-legumes-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecarrots\u003c\/a\u003e, its sulfurous scent deters aphids and carrot flies. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable pairings for the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts pink pom-poms are highly visited by bees, bumblebees, and butterflies in spring — let part of the clump flower rather than cutting it all back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts sulfur compounds naturally reduce pest pressure on neighboring crops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinely chopped raw and added at the last moment: salads, raw vegetables, soups, sauces, fresh cheeses, omelets. Cooking destroys its aroma. Its flowers can be separated into florets to decorate salads, or used to flavor vinegar, which they turn pink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few umbels to dry completely on the plant, then shake them over a container: the black seeds will fall from the capsules. Sow them quickly, as their germination rate drops after one year. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, sorted, and carefully packaged, without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA flowering, edible, and indestructible border.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865918419277,"sku":"3760335361722","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/ciboulette-touffe-fleurie-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788263935"},{"product_id":"500-graines-de-muflier-gueule-de-loup-fleurs-plante-jardin-semences-paysannes","title":"Snapdragon seeds (Antirrhinum majus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAntirrhinum majus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSnapdragon, dog flower, lion’s mouth, calf’s snout: all these names describe the same childhood game, pressing the sides of the flower to make its “mouth” open and close. This mechanism is no accident: only bumblebees, which are heavy and powerful enough, can force their way into the corolla to collect its nectar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-lipped flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e a corolla swollen at the base, resembling an open mouth, borne on upright spikes in a variety of colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTender perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e perennial in Mediterranean climates (down to -5 °C), it is most often grown as an annual elsewhere.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile:\u003c\/strong\u003e flower beds, wildflower meadows, patio or balcony containers, and an excellent cut flower.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny; it tolerates light partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e undemanding and ordinary, but must be well drained and preferably alkaline. Waterlogging in winter is fatal long before the cold. No fertilization is needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in pots under cover from February to March, on the surface without covering: the very fine seeds need light to germinate. Transplant after the frosts. Pinch out young plants to encourage branching. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly during dry weather, without excess water that could cause the roots to rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut faded flower spikes back at the base to trigger a second flush of blooms in late summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt pairs beautifully with other annuals for flower beds, such as \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-cosmos-blanc-rose-et-rouge-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecosmos\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/150-graines-de-rose-mystique-zinnia-fleurs-semences-paysannes\"\u003ezinnia\u003c\/a\u003e, adding the vertical structure they lack. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-au-potager\"\u003ecombining flowers in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts closed flower is a true biological lock: only large bumblebees can open it, making it an almost exclusive and valuable resource for them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts long flowering period, from spring until the frosts, spreads resources throughout the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn excellent cut flower with a long vase life: cut the stem when the lower third of the flowers is open.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMature seed capsules take on the surprising shape of a small skull riddled with holes: let them turn brown on the plant, then turn the stem upside down over a bag to release the seeds. Snapdragons also readily self-seed. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them, without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd the colorful vertical structure of snapdragons to your flower beds and summer bouquets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865919697229,"sku":"3760335361081","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/muflier-touffe-fond-blanc-detoure-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788268624"},{"product_id":"50-graines-dail-des-ours-culture-jardin-aromatique-ancien-semences-paysannes","title":"Wild garlic seeds (Allium ursinum)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAllium ursinum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWild garlic, ramsons, bear’s garlic, broad-leaved garlic: its name comes from an ancient belief that bears, upon emerging from hibernation, gorged themselves on it to regain their strength. In spring, it carpets cool woodland floors in vast, fragrant colonies—you can often smell it long before you see it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive garlic scent:\u003c\/strong\u003e the entire foliage smells strongly of garlic when crushed, which is its distinguishing feature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEntirely edible:\u003c\/strong\u003e the leaves, buds, flowers, and bulbs can all be eaten.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade-loving plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e one of the few edible plants to thrive in cool, shaded woodland.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNaturalizes readily:\u003c\/strong\u003e over time, it forms vast colonies and can become invasive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions — must be read:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRisk of fatal confusion.\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild garlic leaves resemble those of \u003cstrong\u003eautumn crocus\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003elily of the valley\u003c\/strong\u003e, two highly toxic plants that sometimes grow in the same places. These mix-ups cause serious poisonings in France every year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe lifesaving test:\u003c\/strong\u003e always crush a leaf between your fingers before picking it. Wild garlic gives off a strong, immediate garlic smell. Autumn crocus and lily of the valley have no smell at all. If in doubt, do not pick it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnother difference: each wild garlic leaf emerges directly from the ground on its own petiole, whereas lily of the valley has two sheathed leaves growing from the same stem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen grown in a dedicated garden bed, the risk disappears: this is the great advantage of sowing it yourself rather than gathering it in the wild.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e shade or partial shade, beneath deciduous trees that let light through in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e cool, humus-rich, deep soil enriched with leaf mold or compost. Recreate woodland conditions: it should never dry out in summer or become waterlogged in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in July, very thinly, covering with one centimeter of potting soil and watering with a fine rose. The seeds require \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e: summer sowing lets winter do the work naturally. Be patient; germination may take two winters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNone. Keep the soil cool and let it naturalize. However, be aware that it can become invasive—limit its growing area if necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick the leaves in spring, before flowering, when they are at their most tender and aromatic. Take only part of each clump so the colony can become stronger.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe flower buds can be pickled like capers, and the flowers add decoration to salads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt shares the cool woodland conditions favored by \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/25-graines-de-monnaie-du-pape-fleurs-plante-jardin-ancien-semences-paysannes\"\u003ehonesty\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/1000-graines-de-digitale-pourpre-fleurs-ornementale-semences-paysannes\"\u003efoxglove\u003c\/a\u003e. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-vivaces-comestibles\"\u003eedible perennial plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts early white flowers feed the first pollinators of spring, at a time when resources are scarce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds bear an elaiosome, a small fatty reserve coveted by ants: they are responsible for dispersing the seeds through the woodland.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts spring carpet protects the soil and shelters the woodland’s microfauna.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh leaves in pesto, soups, salads, or compound butter. They are best eaten raw or just warmed through, as cooking destroys their aroma. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few flower heads to form capsules, then harvest the black, shiny seeds as soon as they appear, before the ants carry them away. Sow them quickly: their germination capacity declines rapidly. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow your own wild garlic: the best way to enjoy it with no risk of confusion.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865922580813,"sku":"3760335361753","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/ail-des-ours-pied-feuilles-ombelle-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788215462"},{"product_id":"35-graines-de-rose-tremiere-fleurs-jardins-ornement-semences-paysannes","title":"Hollyhock seeds (Alcea rosea)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlcea rosea\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as hollyhock, rose mallow, or garden mallow, the hollyhock is a familiar sight in country gardens, where it readily climbs along walls and fences. Rural tradition often planted it near exterior doors, so in some regions it has remained the emblematic flower of old-fashioned farm gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVertical silhouette:\u003c\/strong\u003e its tall, hairy stems, which can exceed 2 metres, make it ideal for dressing up an unsightly wall or fence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenerous flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e its large single or double flowers, 5 to 10 cm across, appear successively from June to September in a variety of colours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e it survives the winter without difficulty in most regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun to partial shade, ideally planted against a wall that protects it from the wind and reflects heat back to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e ordinary, deep and well-drained. It tolerates chalky and poor soils, but dislikes stagnant moisture in winter, which can cause the crown to rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e the seeds require cold stratification to germinate well — see our guide to \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e. Then sow directly outdoors in spring, as its long taproot does not tolerate transplanting well. Pre-soaking is not necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly during dry periods, without excess to prevent the soil from becoming waterlogged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight staking may be useful for the tallest stems, which are exposed to the wind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut back the stems after flowering, or leave a few to set seed for natural reseeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts flowers, rich in nectar and pollen, attract abundant numbers of bees and bumblebees throughout the summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike other mallows, it is a host plant for certain butterfly caterpillars, notably painted ladies, which lay their eggs and feed there. See our article on \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-au-potager\"\u003eflowers in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHollyhock flowers are edible, enjoyed raw in salads or dried to flavour an infusion. See our ideas for \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-comestibles-semis-recolte-utilisation\"\u003eedible flowers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave the small, millstone-shaped brown capsules to dry on the stem, then remove the seeds by hand: each capsule contains numerous flat seeds arranged in a circle. Hollyhocks readily self-seed from one season to the next. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds from one year to the next\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, without any chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to sow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a touch of country charm to your garden with these hollyhock seeds, available now.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865922810189,"sku":"3760335361418","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/rose-tremiere-hampes-fleuries-mur-pierre-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788021257"},{"product_id":"50-graines-de-framboise-sauvage-fruit-rouge-jardin-semences-paysannes","title":"Wild raspberry seeds (Rubus idaeus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRubus idaeus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWild raspberry, Ida bramble, woodland raspberry: its species name comes from Mount Ida in Crete, where legend held that it grew in abundance. Much smaller than cultivated raspberries, the wild raspberry far surpasses them in fragrance — it tastes of mountain edges and clearings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighly fragrant fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e smaller than those of horticultural varieties, but distinctly more aromatic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuckering subshrub:\u003c\/strong\u003e it gradually forms a dense clump through its suckers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e as a mountain plant, it withstands harsh winters without protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUndemanding:\u003c\/strong\u003e it tolerates most soils, provided they remain moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to know:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe raspberry plant suckers vigorously and expands its clump year after year. Plan for an edging or annual removal of suckers if you wish to contain it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSowing requires patience: allow two to three years before the first harvests, whereas a purchased plant produces from the first year. In return, you get plants perfectly adapted to your soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny or lightly shaded, sheltered from the wind. In hot regions, partial shade suits it better: it is a high-altitude plant that suffers in heatwaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, light, humus-rich and above all \u003cstrong\u003emoist\u003c\/strong\u003e, preferably slightly acidic. It dislikes heavy clay soils and limestone, which causes the foliage to turn yellow. Avoid lawns, where grasses compete fiercely with it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e for 4 to 6 weeks is necessary to break dormancy. Then sow in pots in spring, covering the seeds only very lightly. Germination is slow and irregular: do not discard your pots too soon. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant along the edge of the vegetable garden or at the woodland edge, spacing plants 60 to 80 cm apart. Mulch generously as soon as you plant: its roots are shallow and vulnerable to drying out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil moist without waterlogging it, especially during hot weather. Here, mulching is more than a convenience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e wild raspberry bears fruit on \u003cstrong\u003esecond-year\u003c\/strong\u003e canes. Cut the canes that have borne fruit down to ground level at the end of the season, and keep the young green shoots of the current year for the following harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding compost around the base each autumn maintains its vigor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe raspberry separates from its receptacle on its own when ripe — if it resists, wait. Pick in the morning, after the dew has evaporated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt keeps for very little time: eat, process or freeze it the same day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt makes a fruiting hedge with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/150-graines-de-sureau-noir-sambucus-nigra\"\u003eblack elderberry\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/50-graines-deglantier-sauvage-rosa-canina\"\u003ewild rose\u003c\/a\u003e. Avoid planting it where nightshades (tomatoes, potatoes) have grown, as they share certain diseases with it. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/bases-permaculture\"\u003ethe basics of permaculture\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts discreet white flowers are among the most visited by bees: raspberry honey is highly regarded by mountain beekeepers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts dense clump provides nesting shelter appreciated by songbirds, and its fruit feeds blackbirds and thrushes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreshly picked, in jam, coulis, syrup or frozen. Its intense fragrance means that a small amount goes a long way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe leaves dry well for herbal tea, a traditional countryside use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrush very ripe raspberries in a little water, rinse several times to separate the seeds from the pulp, then dry them flat before winter stratification. Raspberry plants can also be propagated very simply by removing their suckers. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fragrance of mountain clearings, brought right into the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865922908493,"sku":"3760335361524","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/framboise-sauvage-rameau-fructifie-packshot-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788255999"},{"product_id":"300-graines-de-thym-plante-aromatique-medicinale-semences-paysannes","title":"Thyme seeds (Thymus vulgaris)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThymus vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon thyme, farigoule, frigoule, pote: it is the very aroma of the garrigue. This woody subshrub of the dry Mediterranean hills concentrates even more fragrance the harsher its conditions — poor, stony, dry soil suits it far better than good garden soil. It is one of the rare plants you need to resist fussing over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive fragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e tiny gray-green leaves that are highly aromatic, with a characteristic, slightly spicy flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWoody perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e it forms a small evergreen bush that can be harvested year-round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtremely hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e tough and virtually indestructible, it grows wherever the soil is well drained.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBee-friendly flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e small white to pink flowers in spring, covered with bees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun, absolutely essential. In shade, it becomes spindly, loses its fragrance, and eventually withers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e poor, dry, stony, or calcareous, and above all \u003cstrong\u003eperfectly drained\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is the decisive point: thyme almost never dies from cold, but very often from stagnant winter moisture. In heavy soil, plant it on a mound or in a rock garden. Do not enrich the soil: rich soil dilutes its aroma and shortens its life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in April–May or September–October, on the surface or barely covered — its tiny seeds need light to germinate. Sow in pots at 18–20°C, or directly in place. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant with 30 cm spacing, in a rock garden, dry border, wall, or large pot. It grows very well in containers, provided the water can drain freely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo watering once established. No fertilizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe essential step:\u003c\/strong\u003e lightly prune each spring, after flowering, never cutting into the old wood — it will not regrow. This pruning prevents it from becoming bare in the center and extends its lifespan by several years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest the shoot tips as needed throughout the year, since it is evergreen. For drying, harvest just before flowering, in dry weather and late morning: this is when its essential-oil concentration is at its highest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt creates a water-efficient Mediterranean bed with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003etrue lavender\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/40-graines-de-sauge-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecommon sage\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/200-graines-dhysope-officinale-hyssopus-officinalis\"\u003ehyssop\u003c\/a\u003e. In the vegetable garden, its strong scent deters cabbage white butterflies. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-resistantes-secheresse-graines\"\u003edrought-resistant plants\u003c\/a\u003e and our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable garden companion plantings\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts spring flowering is among the most visited of all: thyme honey from the garrigue is testament to this. Domestic and wild bees flock to it in large numbers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is also the host plant of several butterflies, including the Chequered Blue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs ground cover in a rock garden, it shelters lizards and insects in a hot, dry environment where few species take hold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEssential in Provençal cuisine: grilled meat and fish, court-bouillons, marinades, stuffings, and summer vegetables. It is part of the classic bouquet garni and flavors oils and vinegars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA traditional medicinal plant, listed in the French Pharmacopoeia and used in herbal medicine since Antiquity. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Greeks burned thyme in temples, while the Romans scented their baths with it: its name is said to come from the Greek \u003cem\u003ethumos\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning courage. Knights were given an embroidered sprig before leaving for battle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few flowering shoot tips to dry completely on the plant, then crumble them over a container and winnow them: the seeds are tiny. Thyme is also very easy to propagate from cuttings, a faster method for reproducing a particularly fragrant plant. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, sorted and carefully packaged, with no chemical treatment whatsoever. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to sow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aroma of the garrigue, in the driest corner of your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865924481357,"sku":"3760335360435","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/thym-garrigue-floraison-rose-lilas-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788005194"},{"product_id":"500-graines-de-grande-marguerite-fleurs-plante-vivace-jardin-semences-paysannes","title":"Oxeye daisy seeds (Leucanthemum vulgare)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLeucanthemum vulgare\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOxeye daisy, common daisy, ox-eye, meadow daisy: this is the quintessential flower of hay meadows, the one whose petals people have been plucking forever while reciting “he loves me, a little, a lot…”. Its name comes from the Greek \u003cem\u003eleukos anthemon\u003c\/em\u003e, “white flower,” and its luminous silhouette remains one of the most universal symbols of the countryside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenerous perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e it returns every year and forms increasingly dense clumps, flowering from May to July.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e it withstands temperatures down to -20 °C and can be grown in all regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent cut flower:\u003c\/strong\u003e long-lasting in a vase, it creates incomparable country bouquets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny; it tolerates light partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e undemanding, it accepts all ordinary soils, even poor and chalky ones, provided they are well drained. However, it dislikes excess water around the roots, especially in winter. Fertilizing is unnecessary: in soil that is too rich, the stems become elongated and flop over.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e improves germination. Then sow in spring, directly in the ground or in pots, barely covering the seeds. When sown in spring, it generally flowers from the second year onward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove faded flowers to extend flowering, and cut back the clump after the first flush to sometimes encourage a second one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivide the clumps every 3 years to rejuvenate them and prevent them from becoming bare in the center.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt creates the classic wildflower meadow with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-bleuet-fleurs-plante-mellifere-jardin-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecornflower\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/250-graines-de-coquelicot-sauvage-jardin-fleur-semences-paysannes\"\u003ewild poppy\u003c\/a\u003e, and pairs well with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/1000-graines-dachillee-millefeuille-fleurs-medicinale-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003eyarrow\u003c\/a\u003e in perennial beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts broad, flat flower head is a genuine landing strip, accessible to a wide variety of insects: solitary bees, hoverflies, beetles, and butterflies can easily find pollen and nectar there.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is part of the plant community of hay meadows, habitats in sharp decline: sowing it helps recreate these rich ecosystems. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-au-potager\"\u003ecombining flowers with the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeds, borders, wildflower meadows, and bouquets. Its young leaves and buds can also be eaten raw in salads or pickled like capers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA symbol of innocence and simplicity, the daisy is inseparable from the romantic petal-plucking game, documented in France since the 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few faded flower heads to turn completely brown on the plant, then rub them between your fingers over a container. The oxeye daisy also readily self-seeds in a meadow. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a touch of wild meadow to your garden with these oxeye daisy seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865924612429,"sku":"3760335360848","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/grande-marguerite-pied-fleuri-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788264286"},{"product_id":"600-graines-de-tanaisie-fleurs-plante-amie-pour-traitement-semences-paysannes","title":"Tansy Seeds (Tanacetum vulgare)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTanacetum vulgare\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBitter herb, worm herb, sweet-smelling herb in some regions: tansy lives up to its nicknames, as its powerful fragrance leaves no one indifferent. Long planted near homes and pantries to keep insects at bay, it remains a valuable ally in the vegetable garden today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVigorous perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e upright stems growing up to 1.50 m tall, forming a dense clump that spreads rapidly through its creeping rhizomes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAromatic foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e finely divided, it releases a characteristic camphor-like scent when crushed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGolden-button flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e flat umbels of yellow flower heads, from July to September.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTansy is toxic if ingested, especially in concentrated form: do not consume it, and keep it out of reach of children and pets. Its use is limited to decorative and repellent purposes in the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts creeping rhizomes can make it invasive: restrict it to a defined area, a contained border, or a large pot if you are concerned about its spread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun to partial shade; it is not demanding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e ordinary soil, even poor, dry, or stony soil—it grows spontaneously on banks and along paths. No fertilization is necessary; it only dislikes permanently waterlogged soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow on the surface in spring, directly in place or in a pot for later transplanting, barely covering the seeds. No soaking is necessary. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut the stems back at the end of winter. Divide the clump every 2–3 years to contain it and rejuvenate it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companion planting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanted along the edge of the vegetable garden, it protects neighboring crops with its powerful scent. It pairs well with other repellent plants in the garden—see our article on \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-repulsives-anti-moustiques-pucerons\"\u003erepellent plants\u003c\/a\u003e and on \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable garden companion planting\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts flat umbels are particularly accessible to short-tongued insects: hoverflies, beetles, and small beneficial wasps readily find food there.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt naturally repels several unwanted insects while welcoming beneficial species—a valuable dual role in permaculture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA natural repellent and fungicide, tansy can be used dried in sachets or bouquets, or as a maceration, infusion, liquid fertilizer, or decoction to deter stink bugs, moths, fleas, and ants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet a few yellow umbels turn brown and dry completely on the plant, then shake out the seeds over a container: they are tiny. Tansy also spreads very effectively through its rhizomes, without even needing to be sown. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose tansy for your garden for natural protection against unwanted insects.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865927627085,"sku":"3760335360459","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/tanaisie-pied-fond-blanc-detoure-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788274802"},{"product_id":"100-graines-de-nenuphar-blanc-nymphaea-pubescens","title":"White Water Lily Seeds (Nymphaea pubescens)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNymphaea pubescens\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite water lily, water nymph, night lotus, water lily: unlike most water lilies, which open in the sunlight, this tropical species unfurls its large white blossoms at dusk and keeps them open all night—hence its nickname, night lotus. A rare spectacle for anyone with a pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge white flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 15 cm in diameter, immaculate white, from June to September.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFloating foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e broad, round leaves that cover the surface and shade the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual use:\u003c\/strong\u003e garden pond or large aquarium, where it adds elegance and vitality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTropical species: young plants must be protected from frost during their first winter. In an outdoor pond in a cold climate, frost-free overwintering is necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e a bright location, preferably in full sun—without light, there will be no flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e heavy, finely sifted garden soil, without potting soil or compost, which would cloud the water and cause it to turn green. Cover with a thin layer of gravel to keep the substrate in place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in deep pots, then immerse them in a pond or container with the pots only 1 or 2 cm below the surface, at 20–25 °C. Cold aquatic stratification (keeping the seeds in cool water) improves germination. Gradually lower the pots as the leaves develop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant as soon as the first floating leaves appear, into slotted baskets, lowering them in stages until they reach their final depth of 30–50 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove yellowing leaves to prevent them from polluting the pond water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace it away from any waterfall or water jet: water lilies dislike agitated water on their foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt the edge of a pond, it pairs well with waterside plants such as \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/150-graines-de-guimauve-officinale-fleurs-plante-medicinale-semences-paysannes\"\u003emarshmallow\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/25-graines-dhibiscus-des-marais-fleurs-plantes-semences-paysannes\"\u003emarsh hibiscus\u003c\/a\u003e, which share its preference for moisture. Also see our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/6-graines-de-lotus-sacre-nelumbo-nucifera\"\u003esacred lotus\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts floating leaves shade the water, limit algae growth, and maintain a cooler temperature: they directly contribute to the balance of the pond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey provide dragonflies with a resting platform and offer shelter to amphibians and fry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts nocturnal flowers attract specific pollinators, particularly beetles that spend the night enclosed within the corolla.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarden ponds, ornamental pools, and large heated aquariums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLike all water lilies, it symbolizes purity and elevation: rooted in the mud, it opens at the surface in perfect whiteness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter flowering, the fruit ripens underwater and then releases seeds surrounded by an air-filled coating that makes them float before they sink. Collect them from the surface and store them in water, never dry: they lose their germination capacity when they dry out. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them without any chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to reseed, year after year, with seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate a peaceful aquatic haven and enjoy flowers that open as night falls.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866929967437,"sku":"3760335362439","price":7.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/nenuphar-blanc-nymphaea-pubescens-plante-entiere-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787403692"},{"product_id":"200-graines-dhysope-officinale-hyssopus-officinalis","title":"Common Hyssop Seeds (Hyssopus officinalis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHyssopus officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHyssop, sacred herb, herb of joy: cultivated in monastery gardens since the Middle Ages, it is one of the plants listed by Charlemagne in his capitulary De Villis. Its intense blue-violet flower spikes and narrow, aromatic foliage make it one of the finest decorative herbs for a dry garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep blue spikes:\u003c\/strong\u003e flowering from July to September, with upright spikes in a bright blue-violet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine, aromatic foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e semi-evergreen, releasing a camphoraceous, slightly bitter fragrance when crushed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact subshrub:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 50 cm tall, forming a dense clump that becomes woody at the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun, in a warm location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e poor, dry, alkaline and, above all, very well drained — this is a plant of Mediterranean scrubland. It fears stagnant winter moisture far more than the cold. Do not amend the soil: poor soil concentrates its aromas and strengthens its compact habit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e improves germination. Then sow in spring, on the surface because the seeds need light, in pots and then transplant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant into a rock garden, flower bed, border or herb garden, spacing plants 40 cm apart. Excellent as a low clipped border, in the style of medieval physic gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune lightly each spring without cutting into the old wood: this prevents it from becoming sparse and extends its lifespan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlmost no watering once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest the flowering tops at the beginning of flowering, in the morning after the dew has evaporated, when the fragrance is at its strongest. Dry in bunches hung in the shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companion planting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt shares the requirements of \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eEnglish lavender\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/40-graines-de-sauge-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecommon sage\u003c\/a\u003e, creating a harmonious Mediterranean herb garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanted near cabbages, its powerful fragrance deters certain pests. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable companion planting guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is one of the most nectar-rich plants there is: its spikes literally buzz with bees and butterflies all summer, and it produces highly regarded honey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts semi-evergreen foliage provides winter shelter for beneficial insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts drought tolerance makes it an excellent choice for \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-resistantes-secheresse-graines\"\u003ewater-wise gardens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn cooking, its strongly flavored, slightly bitter leaves should be used sparingly in stuffings, stews and legume soups. Its flowers make an attractive garnish for salads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA historic medicinal plant of monastery gardens. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMentioned in the Bible as a purification plant, hyssop symbolizes cleanliness and spiritual renewal. It was cultivated in all medieval physic gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few spikes to brown and dry completely on the plant, then shake them over a container: the small black seeds settle at the bottom of the calyces. Hyssop also readily self-seeds. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatments. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant a little history and tradition in your garden with these hyssop seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866930164045,"sku":"3760335362422","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/hysope-officinale-rameau-fleuri-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787516008"},{"product_id":"1000-graines-de-menthe-pouliot-mentha-pulegium","title":"Pennyroyal Seeds (Mentha pulegium)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMentha pulegium\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePennyroyal, fleabane, Virginia dittany: its nickname, fleabane, comes from a very old use—its leaves were used to fill bedding to repel parasites. This creeping mint has a powerful aroma, sharper and more penetrating than that of culinary mints, and forms a fragrant carpet wherever the soil stays cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCreeping habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e it carpets the ground with trailing stems that root as they spread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowerful aroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e distinctly stronger and more camphoraceous than spearmint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers in clustered whorls:\u003c\/strong\u003e small lilac flowers arranged in tiers along the stems, highly attractive to bees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e it regrows every spring and spreads on its own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions — read carefully:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThis is not a culinary mint.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pennyroyal is rich in \u003cstrong\u003epulegone\u003c\/strong\u003e, a compound that clearly distinguishes it from edible mints. It should not be consumed as an infusion or herbal tea like spearmint or peppermint, and its essential oil must be completely avoided for domestic use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbsolutely not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women\u003c\/strong\u003e, or for children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrow it as an ornamental, ground-cover, and repellent plant, not as a culinary herb. If you are looking for a mint for cooking, choose spearmint or peppermint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike all mints, it is \u003cstrong\u003espreading and invasive\u003c\/strong\u003e: its runners quickly colonize an area. Grow it in a container, or delimit its area with an underground barrier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich in organic matter and, above all, \u003cstrong\u003ecool to moist\u003c\/strong\u003e—this is the decisive factor. In the wild, it grows beside ponds and in depressions that remain damp. Soil that dries out completely in summer will not suit it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e significantly improves germination. Then sow on the surface without covering: these tiny seeds need light. Keep them moist until germination. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant 30 cm apart, or plant directly in a deep container. It is well suited to the edges of a pond or a damp area of the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly; it does not tolerate prolonged drought. Mulch around the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut back the clump after flowering to make it denser, and monitor its spread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts powerful scent makes it a traditional repellent plant against several insects. Planted along an edge or in a container near a patio, it serves this purpose without invading crops. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-repulsives-anti-moustiques-pucerons\"\u003erepellent plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts late-summer flowering is extremely attractive to bees and arrives at a time when resources are becoming scarce: bees, bumblebees, and butterflies flock to it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts dense carpet shelters soil microfauna and protects cool areas from drying out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is a species of wetland habitats in decline in France; growing it contributes to its conservation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrant ground cover, pond edging, and a repellent plant for containers. Its dried flowering tops have traditionally been used to fill sachets placed in wardrobes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional medicinal plant, reserved for professional use. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few flower clusters to dry completely on the plant, then crush them over a container: the seeds are extremely fine. However, division of the clump or propagation from runners is simplest, as mint multiplies readily on its own. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, sorted, and carefully packaged, without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to sow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fragrant carpet for the cool corners of the garden, and a pollinator magnet at the end of summer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866930360653,"sku":"3760335362378","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/menthe-pouliot-mentha-pulegium-plante-entiere-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787415069"},{"product_id":"100-graines-de-sauge-rouge-ecarlate-salvia-coccinea-scarlet","title":"Scarlet Sage Seeds (Salvia coccinea scarlet)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSalvia coccinea\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScarlet sage, Texas sage, blood sage: its intensely red tubular flowers owe nothing to chance. This color and shape are the universal signal of hummingbird flowers in its native Americas—under our latitudes, butterflies and long-tongued bumblebees are the ones to benefit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong flowering period:\u003c\/strong\u003e spikes of bright red tubular flowers, from spring until frost, without interruption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAromatic foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e decorative and fragrant when crushed, it extends the plant’s appeal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTender perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e hardy only down to -4 to -5 °C, it is most often grown as an annual in our climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny; it appreciates warmth and tolerates light partial shade in very hot climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e ordinary, light, and well drained. It is particularly sensitive to stagnant winter moisture, which causes it to rot well before the cold itself. No fertiliser is needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in pots under cover from February–March (18–20 °C), on the surface because the seeds need light to germinate, then transplant after the frosts. No soaking or stratification. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant into beds, borders, flowerbeds, pots, or planters, spacing plants 30 to 40 cm apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn cold regions, grow it in a pot so you can bring it under cover for the winter and keep it from one year to the next.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove faded flower spikes to encourage further flowering. Water moderately; once established, it tolerates dry periods well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts tubular flowers are full of nectar and particularly sought after by butterflies and long-tongued bumblebees, which can reach the bottom of the corolla.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts uninterrupted flowering until frost makes it one of the season’s last nectar sources.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few faded flower spikes to dry on the plant: the small brown seeds settle at the bottom of the calyces and fall easily when you shake the stem over a container. Scarlet sage also readily self-seeds in mild climates. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment whatsoever. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn explosion of red and life in your garden, from spring until the first frosts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866930491725,"sku":"3760335362354","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/sauge-rouge-ecarlate-salvia-coccinea-plante-entiere-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787406011"},{"product_id":"1500-graines-de-millepertuis-androseme-hypericum-androsaemum","title":"St. John's Wort Seeds (Hypericum androsaemum)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHypericum androsaemum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAndrosema St. John's wort, officinal androsema, all-heal, blood herb: not to be confused with perforate St. John's wort, its herbaceous cousin. This one is a spreading shrub whose main appeal comes in autumn — its berries successively turn from green to bright red and then glossy black, often displaying all the colors at once on the same branch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual seasonal interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e long-lasting bright yellow flowering from June to September, followed by decorative red fruits turning black.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpreading shrub:\u003c\/strong\u003e about 1 m tall, it effectively fills difficult spots in the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery easy to grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e it adapts to any type of soil, in full sun or partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBranches for bouquets:\u003c\/strong\u003e its fruit-laden stems make a striking impression in autumn arrangements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts decorative berries \u003cstrong\u003emust not be eaten\u003c\/strong\u003e: reserve them for bouquets. Keep them out of the reach of young children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun or partial shade — it readily tolerates light shade, which is rare and valuable for a flowering shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e any type of soil, including poor or chalky soil, provided it remains somewhat moist. This is one of its great qualities: it grows where you no longer know what to plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in spring, on the surface or barely covered — the seeds are tiny and need light to germinate. A period of cold improves the evenness of germination. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant with 60 cm spacing, in borders, on slopes, in light woodland, or as ground cover at the base of taller shrubs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater during the first two years; afterward it becomes self-sufficient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut the clump back at the end of winter, to 20 cm above the ground: it regrows vigorously and flowers on the current year's wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut the fruiting branches at the end of summer, when the berries still show a mixture of green, red, and black: this is when they are most decorative in bouquets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts tolerance of light shade makes it a good woodland companion, alongside \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/1000-graines-de-digitale-pourpre-fleurs-ornementale-semences-paysannes\"\u003efoxglove\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/25-graines-de-monnaie-du-pape-fleurs-plante-jardin-ancien-semences-paysannes\"\u003ehonesty\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts yellow flowers with long stamens are very rich in pollen and attract bees and hoverflies throughout four months of flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts berries feed birds in autumn, which then help spread its seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts spreading habit protects the soil and provides shelter for small wildlife, including in shady corners of the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBorders, slopes, ground cover for difficult spots, and especially autumn bouquets for its fruiting branches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional medicinal plant — its nickname “all-heal” is a reminder of this. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few berries to turn completely black on the shrub, then crush them in a little water and rinse to separate the seeds from the pulp. Dry them before storing. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, sorted and carefully packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to restore gardeners' ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA shrub that flowers all summer and produces fruiting branches for autumn bouquets.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866930721101,"sku":"3760335362385","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/millepertuis-androseme-rameau-fleurs-et-baies-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787509353"},{"product_id":"150-graines-de-campanules-a-grandes-fleurs-platycodon-grandiflorus-azul","title":"Large-Flowered Bellflower Seeds (Platycodon grandiflorus azul)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlatycodon grandiflorus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlatycodon, balloon flower, Chinese bellflower, large-flowered bellflower: its nickname, “balloon flower,” comes from a phenomenon that fascinates young and old alike — before opening, each bud fills with air like a blue hot-air balloon, then suddenly bursts open into a broad five-pointed star. A plant to place where you pass often, so you don't miss a moment of the spectacle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalloon buds:\u003c\/strong\u003e they swell before opening, then burst into broad, deep-blue stars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColorful foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e dark bluish-green, toothed oval leaves that are highly decorative.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-lived perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e once established, it returns faithfully for many years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun to light partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, deep, moist and well drained, preferably neutral to slightly acidic. Key point: its fleshy root rots in heavy, waterlogged soil in winter — this is the main cause of failure. In clay soil, plant it on a mound or in a pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in spring, on the surface or barely covered, as the seeds need light, at 15–20 °C. A short period of cold improves even germination. Be patient: flowering often occurs in the second year. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant while young to its final location, spacing plants 30 cm apart: its fleshy taproot is very sensitive to disturbance afterward. It also grows very well in pots or planters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater moderately. Cut the plant back in autumn to about 10 cm from the base to encourage abundant flowering the following year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMark its location: it starts growing again very late in spring, and people often think they have lost it before accidentally digging it up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts deep blue pairs well with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/600-graines-de-campanule-carillon-campanula-medium\"\u003eCanterbury bells\u003c\/a\u003e, its cousin, or contrasts with the warm tones of \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-gaillarde-fleurs-plantes-vivace-semences-paysannes\"\u003eblanket flower\u003c\/a\u003e in a perennial border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts broad open corollas provide highly accessible pollen for bees and bumblebees over a long summer period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts late flowering extends the garden's resources at the end of the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerennial borders, edging, rock gardens, pots and planters. Its flowers hold up well in bouquets, provided the cut stem is cauterized.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts root, called \u003cem\u003edoraji\u003c\/em\u003e, is a traditional Korean vegetable, and the plant has been used for centuries in East Asia. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllow a few flowers to form their upright seed capsules, then harvest them once they are brown and dry, before they open at the top. Turn them upside down over a container. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTreat yourself to the spectacle of balloon buds bursting into blue stars.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866930983245,"sku":"3760335362361","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/campanule-grandes-fleurs-platycodon-grandiflorus-tige-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787495908"},{"product_id":"300-graines-de-liveche-levisticum-officinale-celeri-perpetuel","title":"Lovage Seeds (Levisticum officinale), perennial celery","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLevisticum officinale\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLovage, mountain celery, perennial celery, Maggi herb: that last nickname says it all. A single crushed leaf releases an aroma so close to that of the famous liquid seasoning that you recognize it immediately—even though the brand has never contained any. A powerful, hardy and virtually indestructible herb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery powerful aroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e similar to celery but much more intense, so use sparingly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 2 metres tall in full bloom, it returns every spring for many years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvery part is edible:\u003c\/strong\u003e leaves, stems, seeds and even the roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReadily self-seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e once established, it perpetuates itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun to partial shade; partial shade suits it well in hot regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep, rich, moist and well drained. This is a hungry plant that appreciates added compost and soil that does not dry out in summer. As its root grows deep, work the soil thoroughly before sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e its seeds quickly lose their viability, so sow them fresh. Sow in spring or late summer, on the surface or barely covered: they need light. A period of cold improves the uniformity of germination. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow plenty of space: a mature plant easily occupies 1 metre in diameter and exceeds 1.50 metres when in flower. Plant it at the back of an herb bed, where it will not shade smaller plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater during dry periods and mulch. Cut back the dry stems at the end of winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTip: cut off the flower stalks as soon as they appear if you want to encourage the production of tender leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest the young leaves as needed, from spring to autumn. They freeze very well and can also be dried while retaining most of their aroma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt shares the moisture requirements of \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/30-graines-dangelique-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003egarden angelica\u003c\/a\u003e, its umbelliferous relative, at the back of a herb bed. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts broad yellow umbels are genuine landing platforms for hoverflies, beneficial insects whose larvae devour aphids—allowing a lovage plant to flower creates a refuelling station for them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike all umbellifers, it is a host plant for swallowtail caterpillars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaves and stems in soups, stocks, stews and salads; seeds as a seasoning; root as a vegetable. As its aroma is very powerful, start with small quantities. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-vivaces-comestibles\"\u003eedible perennial plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllow an umbel to ripen fully and harvest the seeds as soon as they turn brown. Sow them promptly, as their viability barely lasts beyond one season. Lovage also readily self-seeds. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living organisms as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA single plant to flavour all your stocks for years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866931147085,"sku":"3760335362279","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/liveche-tige-feuillage-luisant-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787910156"},{"product_id":"200-graines-de-marrube-blanc-marrubium-vulgare","title":"White Horehound Seeds (Marrubium vulgare)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMarrubium vulgare\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite horehound, common horehound, virgin herb, bonhomme: this small perennial with crinkled, woolly, almost silvery foliage was once found in every country garden before falling out of use. Its growth habit resembles mint, while its fragrance evokes thyme: an understated plant that deserves to make a comeback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWoolly foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e crinkled leaves covered with a whitish down, highly decorative and silvery in appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e excellent resistance to both cold and drought, ideal for difficult gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBee-friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e its whorls of small white flowers are highly attractive to bees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun; it appreciates heat and light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e poor, dry, stony, and well-drained — this is a plant of wasteland and waysides, thriving where little else will grow. Above all, it dislikes stagnant moisture. Do not amend the soil: lean soil concentrates its aromas and enhances its silvery foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in spring, on the surface since the seeds need light to germinate, in pots or directly in the ground. No soaking or stratification is necessary. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant along borders, in rock gardens, or in herb beds, spacing plants 40 cm apart. It also grows very well in pots, making it a good option for small spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlmost none. Cut back the clump at the end of winter to keep it compact. No watering is needed once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt shares the dry-soil requirements of \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003etrue lavender\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/40-graines-de-sauge-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecommon sage\u003c\/a\u003e, making a harmonious herb border. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/graines-sol-pauvre-sec\"\u003eseeds for poor, dry soil\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts fermented plant extract has traditionally been used in the vegetable garden against caterpillars — see our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable garden companion plantings\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly valued by bees, it produces abundant nectar throughout a long summer flowering period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts evergreen, woolly foliage provides winter shelter for small beneficial insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts drought resistance makes it a good candidate for \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-resistantes-secheresse-graines\"\u003ewater-wise gardens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts highly bitter aromatic leaves are used sparingly in infusions. A traditional medicinal plant of the European countryside. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs a fermented plant extract, for the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave the whorls to dry completely on the plant until they turn brown, then shake the stems over a container: the small seeds settle at the bottom of the prickly calyces. Handle with gloves, as the calyces are sharp. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRediscover a forgotten herb of country gardens with these white horehound seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866931245389,"sku":"3760335362323","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/marrube-blanc-tige-fleurie-verticilles-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787520741"},{"product_id":"100-graines-de-lanterne-chinoise-physalis-alkekengi-franchetii","title":"Chinese Lantern Seeds (Physalis alkekengi franchetii)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhysalis alkekengi\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003efranchetii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChinese lantern, bladder cherry, alkekengi, winter cherry: do not confuse it with the Cape gooseberry, which is grown for its sweet fruit. Here, the star is the calyx: as it ripens, it swells and turns bright orange, forming those translucent lanterns that light up the garden in autumn and make the most beautiful dried bouquets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpectacular lanterns:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright orange, lantern-shaped calyces, highly decorative from September until the first frosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e deciduous, it regrows each spring from its rootstock and spreads by rhizomes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery easy to grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e it adapts to almost all soil types and thrives even in pots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOnly the perfectly ripe, orange, fleshy fruit is edible.\u003c\/strong\u003e Unripe green fruit, leaves, and stems contain alkaloids and must not be eaten. Keep the plant out of reach of young children, who may be attracted by the colorful lanterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts spreading rhizomes can make it invasive: confine it to a defined area, an enclosed border, or a large pot if you are concerned about its spread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e ordinary, moist, and well-drained. It is truly undemanding and tolerates both chalky and poor soils. Soil that is too rich only increases its spreading habit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 to 6 weeks of \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e significantly improves germination for this temperate-climate species. Then sow in spring, in pots or directly in the ground, lightly covering the seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlmost none. Cut back the dry stems at the end of winter, and limit the spread of the rhizomes with an underground barrier if necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor dried bouquets, cut the stems when the lanterns are fully orange but still firm, then hang them upside down in the shade. They will keep for years without fading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts inconspicuous flowers are visited by bees in summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts lanterns, left in place, add structure to the winter garden and shelter small insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrimarily ornamental: flower beds, contained borders, container planting, and especially dried bouquets, where it is indispensable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts fully ripe fruit, which is very acidic, is considerably less tasty than that of the \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-physalis-jardins-potager-fruits-semences-paysannes\"\u003eCape gooseberry\u003c\/a\u003e, which is preferable if you are looking for fruit to eat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrush a few fully ripe fruits in a little water, leave them to ferment for two days, then rinse them: the healthy seeds will sink to the bottom. Dry them before storing. The plant also spreads very effectively on its own through its rhizomes. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrighten up your autumn and dried bouquets with these Chinese lantern seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866931802445,"sku":"3760335362309","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/lanterne-chinoise-physalis-alkekengi-rameau-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787398203"},{"product_id":"100-graines-dechinacee-pourpre-echinacea-purpurea","title":"Purple Coneflower Seeds (Echinacea purpurea)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEchinacea purpurea\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple coneflower: its name comes from the Greek \u003cem\u003eechinos\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning hedgehog, referring to its raised, spiky center that remains upright long after the petals have fallen. Native to the prairies of North America, it has retained a remarkable hardiness from its origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e remarkably resistant to cold and disease, it requires very little care once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended summer flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e large pink-purple daisy-like flowers with drooping petals surrounding a raised orange center.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e its dried centers persist throughout the winter, creating lovely frosted silhouettes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny; it tolerates light partial shade but flowers less abundantly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e ordinary, deep, and above all well drained, even stony or somewhat alkaline. Important: it tolerates heavy, waterlogged winter soils very poorly, where its crown rots—this is the main cause of failure. In clay soil, plant it on a slight mound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e the seeds require 4 to 6 weeks of \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to germinate properly. Then sow in spring, directly in the ground or in pots, barely covering the seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater only during the first year, while it establishes its roots. After that, it takes care of itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not cut back the stems in autumn: leave the dried centers standing for wildlife and winter structure, and prune at the end of winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt creates superb prairie-style beds with other full-sun perennials and pairs well with ornamental grasses. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-au-potager\"\u003ecombining flowers with the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is one of the best butterfly plants for the garden: its broad, flat center serves as an ideal landing pad, and bees, bumblebees, and hoverflies flock to it all summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts centers, left in place over winter, feed goldfinches and tits, which come to collect the seeds—a further reason not to prune too early.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditionally used by the peoples of the North American plains, it remains one of the most widely cultivated medicinal plants in the world today. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn excellent cut flower with a long vase life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave the centers to turn brown and dry completely on the plant, then crumble them over a container while wearing gloves: the scales are prickly. Separate the seeds from the debris. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for the living world as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSales reserved for amateur gardeners seeking quality and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866931999053,"sku":"3760335362415","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/echinacee-pourpre-echinacea-purpurea-pied-fleuri-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787321594"},{"product_id":"150-graines-de-chardon-des-champs-cirsium-arvense","title":"Canada Thistle Seeds (Cirsium arvense)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCirsium arvense\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eField thistle, creeping thistle: despite its name, it is not a true thistle but a plume thistle, recognizable by its softly scented lilac flowers and silky tufts that float away in the wind. Long considered a mere weed, it is now recognized by naturalists as one of the most nourishing plants for wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpreading perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e horizontal rhizomes and deep vertical roots allow it to colonize an area quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e fragrant lilac flower heads, from July to September.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery easy:\u003c\/strong\u003e it adapts to practically all soil types and requires no care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotentially invasive plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e its spreading rhizomes and self-seeding allow it to spread quickly and become difficult to contain. Reserve it for a defined area of the garden dedicated to biodiversity, away from the vegetable garden, and mow before the seeds disperse if you wish to control its spread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts leaves and stems bear spines: handle it with gloves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e truly all types, even poor, clay or compacted soils — it is one of the least demanding plants there is. No fertilization or soil amendment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow on the surface in spring or autumn, barely covering the seeds, in the area you have set aside for it. No soaking or stratification is necessary. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo maintenance necessary — only monitor its spread. An underground barrier can contain its rhizomes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is the host plant of the Painted Lady caterpillar, the migratory butterfly that crosses the Mediterranean every year, as well as a multitude of beetles, including ladybirds and leaf beetles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts tufted seeds are a major food reserve for seed-eating birds: the European goldfinch, which owes its name to this plant, depends heavily on it, as do linnets and siskins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts flowers are highly sought after by bees, bumblebees and butterflies, which find abundant pollen and nectar there during a key season. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/bases-permaculture\"\u003ethe basics of permaculture\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReserve it for wild areas, flower-rich fallows, informal hedges and biodiversity corners, where it fully serves as a pantry for wildlife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe seeds, topped with a feathery tuft, take flight as soon as they mature: cut the flower heads as soon as they begin to open and leave them to dry in a paper bag, which will collect everything. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to sow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffer butterflies and birds a true pantry with these field thistle seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866932097357,"sku":"3760335362392","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/chardon-des-champs-cirsium-arvense-tige-fleurie-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787497337"},{"product_id":"150-graines-de-cassis-geant-de-boskoop-ribes-nigrum","title":"Giant Boskoop Blackcurrant Seeds (Ribes nigrum)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRibes nigrum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiant Boskoop Blackcurrant, blackcurrant bush: selected in the Netherlands in the nursery town of Boskoop, this variety produces longer clusters and larger berries than the common blackcurrant. Its fragrance, however, remains incomparable — it is the one that made Burgundy’s blackcurrant creams and jellies famous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge berries:\u003c\/strong\u003e larger than average, with tender skin, borne in long clusters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarly harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e from the beginning of July.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighly aromatic foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e when crushed, its leaves release the characteristic scent of blackcurrant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBushy shrub:\u003c\/strong\u003e it can be grown in the ground or in a container on a balcony.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny but not scorching, or partial shade in hot regions. Blackcurrants are plants of cool climates; heat waves cause them to suffer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e cool, deep, rich in humus and well-drained, preferably neutral to slightly acidic. Its shallow roots are as susceptible to drying out as they are to stagnant water — mulching is highly beneficial.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 to 12 weeks of \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e are necessary to break dormancy. Then sow in spring in pots, covering lightly. Germination is slow and staggered. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant with 1.50 metres of spacing. In containers, choose a wide, deep pot and mulch the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood to know: blackcurrants are partially self-fertile, but having \u003cstrong\u003etwo plants\u003c\/strong\u003e significantly improves fruit set and berry size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil cool in summer, without excess moisture. Applying compost around the base each autumn is enough to maintain it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e unlike redcurrants, blackcurrants fruit mainly on \u003cstrong\u003eone-year-old wood\u003c\/strong\u003e. Prune more severely: each winter, remove one third of the oldest branches at ground level to encourage new shoots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWithout this pruning, production declines sharply after a few years — this is the most common mistake with blackcurrant bushes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest the entire cluster when all the berries are black and slightly soft. Picked too early, they remain astringent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe tender-skinned berries of this variety bruise easily: handle them gently and process them quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt thrives beneath fruit trees, alongside \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/1000-graines-dachillee-millefeuille-fleurs-medicinale-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003eyarrow\u003c\/a\u003e, which attracts beneficial insects. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/bases-permaculture\"\u003ethe basics of permaculture\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts early flowering, from April onwards, provides food for bees and bumblebees at a time when resources are still scarce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts black berries are highly sought after by blackbirds and warblers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor jellies, jam, syrup, coulis and sorbet. The berries freeze very well and retain all their fragrance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts leaves can be dried for herbal tea, a traditional countryside use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrush fully ripe berries in a little water, rinse to separate the seeds from the pulp, then dry them flat before winter stratification. Blackcurrants are also very easy to propagate from hardwood cuttings in winter. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to sow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge berries from July onwards, and a fragrance nothing can replace.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866932359501,"sku":"3760335362408","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/cassis-geant-de-boskoop-ribes-nigrum-rameau-grappes-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787496357"},{"product_id":"100-graines-de-rue-officinale-ruta-graveolens","title":"Common Rue Seeds (Ruta graveolens)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRuta graveolens\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStinking rue, herb-of-grace, witches’ herb: few plants carry such a loaded reputation. In the Middle Ages, it was hung by doors to ward off evil spirits as well as insects, and its bluish leaves, with their powerful fragrance, were used to flavor salads and sauces. Today, it is above all a magnificent rock-garden perennial, with highly graphic evergreen foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemarkable foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e finely divided, with a very distinctive glaucous blue-green color, evergreen all year round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e it adapts to all soils and is remarkably drought-resistant once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYellow flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e small greenish-yellow flowers in corymbs, in summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandling:\u003c\/strong\u003e the sap of common rue is highly photosensitizing. On contact with the skin followed by exposure to sunlight, it can cause severe burns and blisters (phytophotodermatitis), sometimes several hours later. You must wear gloves and long sleeves when pruning or harvesting it, preferably in overcast weather, and wash your hands thoroughly afterward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIngestion:\u003c\/strong\u003e all parts of the plant are toxic in uncontrolled doses. Its historical culinary use involved only minute quantities. Do not consume it, and keep it out of reach of children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid planting it along paths or walkways where it could be brushed against in sunny weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun, in a warm, open location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e poor, dry, stony, or calcareous, and above all very well drained. It thrives where few plants can survive and is particularly sensitive to stagnant winter moisture. Do not enrich the soil: poor soil strengthens its compact habit and fragrance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e the seeds require \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to germinate well. Then sow them in pots under cover in spring, on the surface because they need light to germinate, and transplant them afterward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant into a rock garden, bank, or dry border, spacing plants 40 cm apart. Excellent in pots for controlling its location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo watering once established. Prune lightly at the end of winter to maintain a compact habit — wearing gloves and in overcast weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt shares the requirements of other dry rock-garden plants such as \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003etrue lavender\u003c\/a\u003e, with which it creates a water-efficient Mediterranean bed. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-resistantes-secheresse-graines\"\u003edrought-resistant plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts powerful scent makes it a traditional repellent plant for the garden — see our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-repulsives-anti-moustiques-pucerons\"\u003erepellent plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is the host plant of the Old World swallowtail, one of our largest and most beautiful butterflies: its green-and-black striped caterpillars feed exclusively on it, along with a few other umbellifers. Sowing it provides a nursery for this emblematic species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts summer yellow flowers attract small bees and hoverflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnown as “herb-of-grace,” rue was a symbol of repentance and protection in the Middle Ages and was used in blessing rituals. Shakespeare mentions it in Hamlet as the herb of remembrance and regret.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet the capsules turn brown and split open in a star shape on the plant, then shake them over a container — wearing gloves. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them without any chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA distinctive plant with unique bluish foliage, best planted in a dry, sunny corner of the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866932490573,"sku":"3760335362330","price":4.84,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/rue-officinale-ruta-graveolens-plante-entiere-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787405632"},{"product_id":"1000-graines-de-trefle-rouge-plante-medicinale-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Red Clover Seeds (Trifolium rubens)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTrifolium rubens\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple clover, rubens clover, wild crimson clover: not to be confused with meadow clover or \u003cem\u003eTrifolium incarnatum\u003c\/em\u003e, this species stands out for its upright pink-purple, feathery spikes resembling small plumes. A perennial that is both striking and ecologically valuable, yet still too rare in gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemarkable inflorescences:\u003c\/strong\u003e dense, feathery pink-purple spikes that are highly decorative and bring a wild, graphic touch to flower beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e resistant down to -20 °C, it forms long-lasting clumps and sometimes reseeds itself spontaneously.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrogen-fixing:\u003c\/strong\u003e like all legumes, it naturally enriches the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun or partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e moist to slightly dry, well drained, poor to moderately fertile — it clearly prefers lean, calcareous soils to rich ones. No fertilization is necessary: as a nitrogen-fixing plant, it produces its own fertilizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in the ground in spring (March to May) or at the end of summer (August to September). No pots or prior soaking. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo particular care is required. Cut off faded flowers to extend flowering, or let them go to seed for spontaneous reseeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith nitrogen-hungry vegetables (squash, tomatoes) after incorporation into the soil, and with grasses in wildflower meadow mixes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlongside other bee-friendly plants such as \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/1000-graines-de-phacelie-plante-engrais-vert-mellifere-semences-paysannes\"\u003ephacelia\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/1000-graines-de-trefle-blanc-plante-tres-mellifere-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ewhite clover\u003c\/a\u003e. See our guide to \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/engrais-verts-comment-quand-pourquoi\"\u003egreen manures\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly attractive to bees, it draws a wide variety of pollinators: honeybees and wild bees, long-tongued bumblebees, and butterflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBy fixing atmospheric nitrogen through its root nodules, it improves soil structure and fertility — see \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/sol-vivant-bacteries-champignons\"\u003ethe basics of living soil\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn ornamental beds, wildflower meadows, as an improving ground cover, or as forage appreciated by herbivores in extensive grazing systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLike all clovers, it is associated with luck and harmony with nature, as well as fertility and cooperation: its symbiosis with soil bacteria makes it a subtle emblem of mutual aid between species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few spikes to turn brown and dry completely on the plant, then thresh them by hand over a container. The plant may also reseed itself in the garden. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSales reserved for amateur gardeners seeking quality and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866934718797,"sku":"3760335360152","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/trefle-rouge-trifolium-rubens-plante-entiere-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787432646"},{"product_id":"250-graines-de-ciboulette-a-feuilles-larges-aromatique-semence-paysanne","title":"Broadleaf Chives Seeds (Allium schoenoprasum)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAllium schoenoprasum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBroad-leaved chives, giant chives, civet: they are the same species as common chives, but selected for their noticeably thicker stems. The advantage is very practical in the kitchen: more to chop in the same harvesting time, and a more pronounced presence in dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThicker stems:\u003c\/strong\u003e easier to harvest and chop than classic chives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdible flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e spherical pink-purple flower heads, highly decorative and attractive to pollinators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e withstands temperatures down to -20 °C and returns every year without protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual purpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e aromatic in the vegetable garden, ornamental in borders, flower beds or along paths.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e cool, loose, fertile, substantial and well drained. Unlike bulb onions, it appreciates nutrient-rich soil that stays cool: adding compost produces fuller clumps and thicker stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow from spring to early summer, 1 cm deep, in pots or directly in the ground. Germination is a little slow; allow two to three weeks. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant in clumps of several plants, spaced 20 cm apart — it makes much more impact when grouped than when planted alone. Perfect along paths, in flower beds or on a windowsill.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly to keep the soil cool: this prevents the leaves from turning yellow and becoming tough.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUseful tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e cut the entire clump back to 5 cm after flowering. It regrows within fifteen days with fresh, tender foliage, two to three times per season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivide the clump every 3 years in spring to rejuvenate it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut the stems with scissors 2 cm above the soil, never by pinching them halfway up: cut ends turn yellow and the clump becomes depleted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt freezes very well when chopped; drying, on the other hand, causes it to lose most of its aroma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanted at the foot of roses and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/500-graines-de-carotte-nantaise-legumes-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecarrots\u003c\/a\u003e, its sulfurous scent deters aphids and carrot flies. Also see \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/500-graines-de-ciboulette-plante-aromatique-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecommon chives\u003c\/a\u003e and our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable garden companion planting guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts pink pom-poms are heavily visited by bees, bumblebees and butterflies in spring — let part of the clump flower rather than cutting it all back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts sulfur compounds naturally reduce pest pressure on neighboring crops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChopped raw and added at the last moment: salads, raw vegetables, soups, sauces, fresh cheeses and omelets. Cooking destroys its aroma. Its flowers can be separated into florets to decorate salads, or used to flavor vinegar, which they turn pink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few flower heads to dry completely on the plant, then shake them over a container: the black seeds will come free from the capsules. Sow them quickly, as their germination capacity drops after one year. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatments. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to sow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll the flavor of chives, with more to harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866935701837,"sku":"3760335362088","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/ciboulette-feuilles-larges-touffe-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787587028"},{"product_id":"1500-graines-de-luzerne-plante-mellifere-engrais-vert-semences-paysannes","title":"Alfalfa Seeds (Medicago sativa)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMedicago sativa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlfalfa, cultivated lucerne, Burgundy hay: cultivated for more than two thousand years, alfalfa is nicknamed the “queen of forage plants.” Its roots can reach more than 3 meters deep, a record that explains both its legendary drought resistance and its extraordinary ability to restructure soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrogen-fixing:\u003c\/strong\u003e its root nodules capture nitrogen from the air and accumulate it in the soil, benefiting subsequent crops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional rooting:\u003c\/strong\u003e its deep taproot loosens the lower soil layers and brings up minerals inaccessible to other plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-lasting perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e once established, it occupies the land for several consecutive years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep, healthy, and above all well-drained, with a clear preference for calcareous soils. Crucial point: it dislikes acidic soils and wet or compacted ground, where it quickly declines. No nitrogen fertilizer is needed; it produces its own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e broadcast-sow directly in place in spring, on finely prepared soil, then roll or firm it down to ensure contact with the soil. No pots or pre-soaking. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlmost none once established: its taproot seeks water deep underground. As green manure, mow before flowering and leave it in place or lightly incorporate it into the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn excellent preceding crop before nitrogen-hungry vegetables. Mixed with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/1000-graines-de-trefle-blanc-plante-tres-mellifere-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ewhite clover\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/1000-graines-de-trefle-rouge-plante-medicinale-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ered clover\u003c\/a\u003e, it forms a highly complete legume cover crop. Our guide: \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/engrais-verts-comment-quand-pourquoi\"\u003esowing green manures\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts purple flowers are highly attractive to pollinators and particularly prized by bumblebees, the only insects powerful enough to trigger their opening mechanism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn alfalfa plot left to flower provides an outstanding refuge for beneficial insects and soil fauna — see \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/sol-vivant-bacteries-champignons\"\u003ethe basics of living soil\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts drought resistance makes it an ally of \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-resistantes-secheresse-graines\"\u003ewater-wise gardens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few plants to flower and then form their characteristic pods, coiled into spirals. Harvest them once they are brown and dry, then shell them. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, sorted and carefully packaged, without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnrich your soil sustainably with these alfalfa seeds, one of the gardener’s best allies.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866936422733,"sku":"3760335362040","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/luzerne-tige-fleurie-violette-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787508818"},{"product_id":"100-graines-de-houblon-grimpant-humulus-lupulus-biere-semences-paysannes","title":"Climbing Hop Seeds (Humulus lupulus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHumulus lupulus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorthern vine, bindweed, devil's wood: hops have collected as many nicknames as they have uses. This perennial vine can climb more than 6 meters in a single season, one of the most spectacular growth rates in the temperate plant kingdom—enough to cover a pergola in a few weeks, long before you even think about beer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVigorous climber:\u003c\/strong\u003e its twining stems wind themselves around their support, with explosive growth in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerennial with a long-lived rootstock:\u003c\/strong\u003e the above-ground growth dies back in winter, but the rootstock comes back even more vigorously each spring, for decades.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrant cones:\u003c\/strong\u003e only female plants produce the aromatic cones used in brewing, in summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun to partial shade, with the base in the shade and the top in the sun, as with clematis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, deep, moist and well-drained. This is a hungry and thirsty plant: adding compost at planting time and ensuring the soil does not dry out completely are essential. It does not tolerate very poor or scorching soils well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e the seeds require 1 to 2 months of \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to break dormancy. Then sow them in pots under cover, for transplanting the following spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant at the base of a tall, sturdy support (pergola, taut wire, trellis): stems laden with cones are heavy at the end of the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNote that sowing produces male or female plants at random: only the latter will produce cones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly in summer and apply a thick mulch. Cut the dry stems back to ground level at the end of winter: the rootstock will regrow on its own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest the cones at the end of summer, when they become papery and slightly sticky to the touch, then dry them quickly in the shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts dense foliage provides shelter and a favored nesting site for birds, as well as refuge for many insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is the host plant of several butterfly caterpillars, including the Comma and Red Admiral, which lay their eggs on it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn brewing, the cones provide beer's characteristic bitterness and aromas. Young spring shoots, known as hop shoots, can also be eaten like asparagus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few cones to fully ripen on the plant until they turn brown, then crumble them to release the small, round seeds. Please note: growing from seed produces varied plants, whereas brewers generally propagate their varieties by rhizome cuttings. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to restore gardeners' ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a touch of hardiness and authenticity to your garden with these climbing hop seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866936717645,"sku":"3760335362057","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/houblon-humulus-lupulus-rameau-cones-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787397491"},{"product_id":"200-graines-de-melisse-officinale-plante-aromatique-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Lemon Balm Seeds (Melissa officinalis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMelissa officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemon balm, citronella, bee balm, lemon herb: its name comes from the Greek \u003cem\u003emelissa\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning bee — beekeepers in antiquity rubbed it inside hives to encourage swarms to settle there. Crush a leaf and you will understand its other nickname: it gives off a remarkably fresh lemon scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLemon fragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e highly aromatic, quilted leaves with an immediate freshness when crushed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemarkably hardy perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e it returns every spring for years without any care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighly attractive to bees:\u003c\/strong\u003e its small white flowers attract large numbers of bees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdaptable:\u003c\/strong\u003e it tolerates full sun as well as partial shade and a range of soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is \u003cstrong\u003espreading and reseeds abundantly\u003c\/strong\u003e: left unchecked, it can colonize an entire flower bed in two or three seasons. 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Cut the clump back after flowering: it will produce fresh foliage that is much more fragrant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivide every 3 to 4 years to rejuvenate it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick the leaves \u003cstrong\u003ebefore flowering\u003c\/strong\u003e, in dry weather: this is when their lemon fragrance is most intense. It fades considerably after flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt freezes better than it dries, as drying causes it to lose much of its aroma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts lemon fragrance is reputed to repel mosquitoes: plant it near areas where you eat outdoors in summer, or make bouquets for the table. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-repulsives-anti-moustiques-pucerons\"\u003erepellent plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is one of the most attractive plants for bees — its Latin name says it all. Let it flower in a corner of the garden rather than cutting everything back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts long flowering period, from June to September, makes it a reliable resource for much of the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh leaves in infusions, fruit salads, summer drinks, desserts and with fish. 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It dies in heavy, clayey, or waterlogged soil in winter. Never fertilize: poor soil produces a more intense fragrance and a more compact plant. In heavy soil, plant on a mound or incorporate gravel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e the seeds require cold stratification to germinate properly — see our guide to \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e. Then sow in pots under cover at the end of winter, on the surface because they need light to germinate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant in spring after the last frosts (or in autumn in southern regions), spacing plants 40 to 50 cm apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is perfectly suited to rock gardens, slopes, borders, or large pots. It is generally hardy between -12 °C and -15 °C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune lightly each year after flowering, never cutting into the old wood: this is what determines its longevity and rounded shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlmost no watering is needed once established — it is the quintessential \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-resistantes-secheresse-graines\"\u003edrought-resistant garden plant\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick the flower spikes at the beginning of flowering, in the morning after the dew has dried, when the fragrance is at its strongest. Dry them in hanging bunches upside down, in the shade and in a dry place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial associations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt has the same requirements as other Mediterranean plants such as the \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/35-graines-de-caprier-vivace-sans-epine-semences-reproductibles\"\u003ethornless perennial caper plant\u003c\/a\u003e, with which it creates a harmonious dry rock garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanted near roses or the vegetable garden, its scent disrupts certain unwanted insects — see \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-repulsives-anti-moustiques-pucerons\"\u003erepellent plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn iconic nectar-producing plant, it is one of the most visited by both domestic and wild bees, as well as butterflies, throughout its long summer flowering period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dried flowers scent laundry, are used in Herbes de Provence, and are traditionally used in herbal infusions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLavender is inseparable from Provençal identity, to the point of becoming the floral emblem of an entire region and a historic pillar of the French perfume industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few flower spikes to turn brown and dry completely on the plant after flowering, then rub them over a container to release the seeds. Note that lavenders cross-pollinate easily: harvested seeds may produce plants that differ slightly from the parent plant. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to restore gardeners' ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd these lavender seeds to your garden to enjoy their iconic beauty and fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866940977485,"sku":"3760335360978","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/lavande-vraie-lavandula-angustifolia-plante-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787314514"},{"product_id":"100-graines-de-fraise-des-bois-fruit-rouge-jardin-semences-paysannes","title":"Wild Strawberry Seeds (Fragaria vesca)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFragaria vesca\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWild strawberry, woodland strawberry, alpine strawberry, capron: tiny and incomparable. This is the strawberry once gathered at the edge of the forest, the one whose single fruit perfumes an entire mouthful — and which the larger, more productive modern varieties have never managed to equal in flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall, highly fragrant fruits:\u003c\/strong\u003e the taste of strawberry at its most concentrated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEverbearing:\u003c\/strong\u003e it produces in successive waves from June until the first frosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e it tolerates -15 to -20 °C, but starts growing again early and is vulnerable to late frosts on its flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent ground cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e along borders, in light woodland, in containers, or even on a windowsill.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e partial shade — it is a woodland plant; scorching full sun causes it to suffer and dries out its shallow roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich in humus, slightly acidic to neutral, moist and well drained. Avoid calcareous soils, which cause its foliage to turn yellow, and waterlogged ground. Clay slopes that are steep enough not to retain water suit it very well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 to 4 weeks of \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e significantly improves germination. Then sow in a seed tray in spring and \u003cstrong\u003edo not cover the seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e: they need light to germinate. Simply press them against the growing medium and keep it moist. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant at the 3–4 leaf stage, spacing plants 25 to 30 cm apart. \u003cstrong\u003eNever bury the crown of the plant\u003c\/strong\u003e — the central bud from which the leaves emerge: if buried, it rots, and this is the most common cause of failure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch as soon as you plant: its roots are shallow, and mulch keeps the fruits clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil moist without waterlogging it, especially in summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnlike cultivated strawberries, wild strawberries produce few or no runners: they spread mainly by self-seeding around themselves, making them a natural and long-lasting ground cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivide the clumps every 3 to 4 years to rejuvenate them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick the fruits when they are deep red and soft, preferably in the morning, by pinching the stem rather than pulling on the fruit, which will be crushed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey keep hardly at all: that is the price of their delicacy, so consume them the same day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial associations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt thrives in light woodland, at the foot of fruit shrubs, where it occupies the lower layer. A \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/1000-graines-d-ortie-sauvage-plante-amie-potager-legumes-semences-paysannes\"\u003eborder of nettles\u003c\/a\u003e at a distance attracts beneficial insects. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-vivaces-comestibles\"\u003eour edible perennials\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts small white flowers, produced over a very long period, provide a regular food source for solitary bees and hoverflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts dense carpet shelters ground beetles and other beneficial organisms close to the soil, while its fruits feed blackbirds and small mammals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh, on a tart, as jam, or as a coulis. A few wild strawberries are enough to perfume an entire preparation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts leaves dry well for herbal tea, a traditional use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrush a few very ripe fruits onto a paper towel, let them dry completely, then rub them to detach the achenes — the small yellow grains on the surface of the fruit, which are the actual seeds. Store in a cool, dry place until stratification. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living organisms as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, sorted and carefully packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our conviction: to restore gardeners' ability to sow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTiny and incomparable: the strawberry whose single fruit perfumes everything.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866942124365,"sku":"3760335361531","price":6.84,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/fraise-des-bois-fragaria-vesca-pied-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787394688"},{"product_id":"150-graines-de-valeriane-officinale-plante-medicinale-semences-paysannes","title":"Common Valerian Seeds (Valeriana officinalis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eValeriana officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon valerian, cat’s herb, Saint George’s herb, cure-all: the wealth of its common names reflects the place it has held in physic gardens since the Middle Ages. Its nickname, cat’s herb, is well deserved: the scent of its roots fascinates felines in much the same way as catnip, to the point that young plants sometimes need to be protected from their attacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTall, slender perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e it reaches 1 to 1.5 m and bears umbels of small white-to-pink flowers in June and July.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e it withstands cold well and requires little maintenance once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWild appearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e its natural habit adds a country feel to beds and pond edges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e preferably partial shade, or full sun if the soil remains constantly moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e cool to moist, deep, and rich in organic matter — this is a plant of riverbanks and damp meadows, and it does not tolerate drought. Adding compost and applying a thick mulch benefit it, unlike most perennials in this catalogue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e the seeds require \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e and quickly lose their germination capacity: sow them fresh, in spring, on the surface, as they need light to germinate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant it at the back of a bed or along the edge of a pond, spacing plants 50 cm apart: the clump becomes large.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect young plants with wire mesh if cats visit the garden: they readily roll on them and can destroy them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil moist with regular watering in summer and a good layer of mulch. Cut back the stems after flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValue for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts broad white umbels are frequently visited by butterflies, hoverflies, and many small short-tongued pollinators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt also attracts neighborhood cats, which come to roll in its foliage — a well-known use among cat owners, who sometimes grow it for their pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA major medicinal plant in European herbal medicine, traditionally used since antiquity. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts dried roots are also used to make toys and cushions for cats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe seeds, topped with a feathery tuft, are carried away by the wind as soon as they mature: watch the faded umbels and cut them as soon as they turn brown, before the seeds disperse, then leave them to dry in a paper bag. Sow them promptly, as their shelf life is short. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd a wild, country touch to your garden with these common valerian seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866942484813,"sku":"3760335361517","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/valeriane-officinale-tige-fleurie-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787507787"},{"product_id":"150-graines-de-raifort-plante-aromatique-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Wild Horseradish Seeds (Raphanus sativus var. campestris)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRaphanus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003ecampestris\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eField horseradish, Ardèche horseradish, winter radish with a purple shoulder: despite its name, this is not true horseradish (\u003cem\u003eArmoracia rusticana\u003c\/em\u003e), a sterile perennial propagated only by root cuttings and which almost never produces seeds. Field horseradish is an old-bred \u003cstrong\u003ebiennial radish\u003c\/strong\u003e, cultivated for over a century, that develops a long white root topped with a broad purple shoulder. When grated, it releases a distinctly mustardy heat that rises to the nose—shorter-lasting and rounder than that of true horseradish, but definitely present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong white root with a purple shoulder:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 to 30 cm, clearly marked purple shoulder, white, dense and crisp flesh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMustardy heat:\u003c\/strong\u003e the pungency develops only when grated, never beforehand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenerous rosette:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 50 cm, with the lyrate, rough leaves typical of radishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e the root grows in the first year, flowering and seed production take place in the second.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUndemanding:\u003c\/strong\u003e it emerges quickly, grows on its own and tolerates cold very well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFreshly grated root releases vapors that irritate the eyes and respiratory tract, stronger than those from onions: grate it in a well-ventilated area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree plants not to be confused: field horseradish (\u003cem\u003eRaphanus sativus\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003ecampestris\u003c\/em\u003e), true horseradish (\u003cem\u003eArmoracia rusticana\u003c\/em\u003e) and Japanese wasabi (\u003cem\u003eEutrema japonicum\u003c\/em\u003e) are entirely different species.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you want to produce your own seeds, isolate it from other radishes: it crosses freely with them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep, loose and cool. Important point: the root grows straight down and deep, so work the soil thoroughly. Rocky or compacted soil produces forked roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in place in July-August for an autumn and winter root harvest. It can also be sown from March to June, and in September-October as green manure. Do not transplant it: like all radishes, it does not like its root to be disturbed. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin to 15 or 20 cm apart in the row as soon as the first true leaves appear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly: steady growth produces tender roots, while a dry spell makes them hollow and fibrous. Hoe occasionally, and nothing more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest the roots from autumn through midwinter, starting after the first frosts, which refine their pungency. Dig them up to remove them whole; they grow deep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore them in sand, somewhere cool and dark: they keep throughout the winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTip: the pungency develops only when the root is grated. Grate it at the last moment and add a splash of vinegar to preserve the aroma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial associations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSown along the edge of a potato or eggplant plot, its sulfurous smell is reputed to disrupt Colorado potato beetles. Its rapid growth and taproot also make it an excellent autumn green manure that loosens and cleanses the soil. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn its second year, its large white flowers veined with purple, borne up to one metre high, are heavily visited by bees and hoverflies in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike all brassicas, it is a host plant for cabbage white caterpillars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts broad rosettes cover the soil and shelter ground beetles and beneficial insects close to the ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrated root used as a condiment, alone or mixed with cream, with boiled meats, smoked fish and cured meats. The young spring leaves can be finely chopped into salads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe roots and tops are also highly valued by livestock and rabbits: its use as fodder is what earned it the name field radish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is biennial: leave a few plants in the ground over winter, and they will flower the following spring. Harvest the swollen, bead-like pods, ending in a long beak, when they have turned brown and hardened, then shell them. Isolate them from other radishes to keep the variety pure. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pungent root and an undemanding plant, to sow in midsummer for enjoyment all winter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866942976333,"sku":"3760335361388","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/raifort-champetre-pied-entier-racine-blanche-collet-violet-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787504904"},{"product_id":"25-graines-de-pimprenelle-officinale-vivace-aromatique-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Small Burnet Seeds (Sanguisorba minor)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSanguisorba minor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall burnet, salad burnet, lesser burnet: its genus name comes from the Latin \u003cem\u003esanguis sorbere\u003c\/em\u003e, “to absorb blood,” referring to its traditional uses. In the garden, it is above all an unfairly forgotten herb, whose young leaves bring a fresh cucumber and green-walnut note to salads—and whose finely divided foliage stays green all winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e very finely divided into toothed leaflets, it forms graceful rosettes and remains evergreen in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e somewhere between cucumber and green walnut, with a hint of bitterness and astringency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e virtually indestructible, it provides fresh leaves all year round, including during the cold season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sun or light shade; it adapts to both.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e sandy, deep, dry and rather alkaline—it grows naturally in poor grasslands and on dry slopes. It dislikes stagnant moisture and needs no amendments: in soil that is too rich, its leaves lose flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in spring, directly in place or in pots, lightly covering the seeds. No soaking or stratification is necessary. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant it along the edge of the ornamental garden, in the vegetable garden, in a herb bed or in a pot at least 40 cm in diameter, spacing plants 30 cm apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut off the flower stalks as soon as they appear to focus the plant’s energy on producing young, tender leaves, which are the most flavorful.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut the clump back at the end of winter to encourage new growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways pick the young leaves from the center, as they are the most tender. Eat them fresh: drying completely destroys their delicate flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt shares the dry, alkaline soil requirements of \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003etrue lavender\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/40-graines-de-sauge-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecommon sage\u003c\/a\u003e, making them a coherent herb bed. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/graines-sol-pauvre-sec\"\u003eseeds for poor, dry soil\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf allowed to flower, its curious reddish flower heads are pollinated by the wind but visited by small insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts evergreen foliage provides shelter close to the ground throughout winter, when most perennials have disappeared.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh leaves in salads, cold sauces, fromage blanc or drinks, where they provide their cucumber note. Traditional medicinal plant. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet a few flower stalks grow and form their angular fruits, then harvest them once they are brown and dry. Burnet readily self-seeds in the garden. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to sow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRediscover a forgotten herb, available fresh even in the depths of winter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866943729997,"sku":"3760335361272","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/sanguisorba-minor-petite-pimprenelle-fond-blanc-feuilles-et-capitule-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787533592"},{"product_id":"1000-graines-dachillee-millefeuille-fleurs-medicinale-aromatique-semences-paysannes","title":"Yarrow Seeds (Achillea millefolium)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAchillea millefolium\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYarrow, carpenter's herb, turkey herb, nosebleed plant, milfoil: the wealth of its common names says enough about the place it has held in the countryside. Its Latin name refers to Achilles, who, according to legend, used it to treat his soldiers before Troy — and its epithet \u003cem\u003emillefolium\u003c\/em\u003e to its finely divided foliage, which seems to consist of a thousand leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong flowering period:\u003c\/strong\u003e flat-topped white to pink flower heads, from June to October, borne on upright stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinely divided foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e very airy, it forms a dense carpet at ground level and remains decorative outside the flowering period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery hardy perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e virtually indestructible, it adapts to almost any conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun or partial shade; it adapts to both.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e ordinary soil, even poor, dry and stony, as long as it is well drained — it grows spontaneously on embankments and along paths. Above all, do not fertilize: in rich soil, its stems grow long, become weak and flop over.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in the ground from May to July, on the surface without covering: the very fine seeds need light to germinate. Simply firm the soil. No soaking or stratification. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVery little maintenance is required. Cut it back after the first flowering to encourage a second flush, and divide the clump every 3 years to rejuvenate it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick the flower heads when in full bloom in dry weather, and dry them upside down in small bunches, in the shade and in a well-ventilated place — they are also excellent for decorative dried bouquets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRenowned for stimulating the vigor of neighboring plants, it belongs both along the edge of the vegetable garden and in perennial beds, alongside \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-dechinacee-pourpre-echinacea-purpurea\"\u003epurple coneflower\u003c\/a\u003e, with which it shares the same requirements. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-au-potager\"\u003ecombining flowers in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts leaves are traditionally added to compost, which they help activate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts flat-topped flower heads form genuine landing platforms for short-tongued insects: hoverflies, ladybirds, lacewings and beneficial micro-wasps flock to them — many of them aphid predators attracted to the garden. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable combinations for the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts very long flowering period, from June to October, makes it a reliable resource for almost the entire season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe young leaves, with a slightly bitter, aniseed flavor, add flavor to salads and sauces. The dried flowers are traditionally prepared as an infusion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of the medicinal plants used for the longest time in Europe. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAssociated with the hero Achilles in Greek mythology, yarrow was also used in ancient China for divination: the 50 dried stalks were used to cast the hexagrams of the I Ching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few flower heads to turn brown and dry completely on the plant, then rub them over a container: the seeds are tiny. Yarrow also readily self-seeds and spreads through its rhizomes. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA generous, virtually indestructible perennial, a precious ally for gardeners and beneficial insects.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866945859917,"sku":"3760335361968","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/achillee-millefeuille-achillea-millefolium-plante-entiere-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787408520"},{"product_id":"150-graines-de-saponaire-de-montpellier-fleurs-annuelle-semences-paysannes","title":"Montpellier Soapwort Seeds (Vaccaria hispanica)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eVaccaria hispanica\u003c\/em\u003e (syn. \u003cem\u003eSaponaria vaccaria\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMontpellier soapwort, cow soapwort, cow soapwort, soapwort: not to be confused with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/60-graines-de-saponaire-officinale-saponaria-officinalis\"\u003ecommon soapwort\u003c\/a\u003e, its perennial cousin and true soap plant. This is an annual cornfield flower, once a companion of cereal fields, whose bright pink flowers on fine branching stems now work wonders in bouquets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenerous pink flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e a cloud of small bright pink to pale pink flowers, from June to September.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAiry habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e fine, branching stems about 60 cm tall, with glaucous foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy annual:\u003c\/strong\u003e it grows quickly and readily self-seeds from one year to the next.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent cut flower:\u003c\/strong\u003e it lasts very well in a vase and lightens country-style bouquets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds contain saponins and are not edible. This species is purely ornamental.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, well-drained, ordinary to poor, preferably calcareous—it is a cornfield flower accustomed to cultivated soils. It dislikes stagnant moisture and needs no fertilization: in soil that is too rich, its fine stems flop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e no stratification is necessary, contrary to what is often believed. Sow directly in place in spring after the frosts, or in autumn in mild climates for earlier flowering. Cover lightly. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlmost none. Thin to 20 cm apart and stagger sowings every three weeks to extend flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave a few plants to go to seed for natural reseeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor bouquets, cut the stems when the first flowers in the cluster open: the remaining flowers will bloom in the vase, extending their vase life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt combines beautifully with \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-bleuet-fleurs-plante-mellifere-jardin-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecornflower\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/250-graines-de-coquelicot-sauvage-jardin-fleur-semences-paysannes\"\u003ewild poppy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/products\/70-graines-de-nigelle-de-damas-nigella-damascena\"\u003elove-in-a-mist\u003c\/a\u003e, its historic companions in the cornfields. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/graines-sol-pauvre-sec\"\u003eseeds for poor, dry soil\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly attractive to pollinators, it draws bees and butterflies over a long summer period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt belongs to the group of cornfield flowers, which have greatly declined in our countryside: sowing it helps preserve them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds feed small seed-eating birds in autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry-style beds, borders, banks, rock gardens and flowering meadows. Above all, it is an excellent cut flower, highly sought after by florists for lightening arrangements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLike all cornfield flowers, cow soapwort evokes the simplicity of fields from days gone by and the understated beauty of things that grow without being sown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few capsules to turn brown and dry completely on the plant, then turn them upside down over a container: the black, round seeds fall out easily. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow a forgotten cornfield flower, as beautiful in the garden as it is in a bouquet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866948317517,"sku":"3760335361982","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/saponaire-de-montpellier-tige-fleurie-rose-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787506063"},{"product_id":"200-graines-doseille-legume-plante-aromatique-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Sorrel Seeds (Rumex acetosa)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRumex acetosa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon sorrel, garden sorrel, sour dock, vinette: its pronounced acidity comes from oxalic acid, the same compound found in rhubarb. It is one of the few garden plants cultivated specifically for its acidity — it makes sorrel sauce for shad and salmon, and transforms a simple potato soup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctly tangy flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e unique in the vegetable garden, it livens up fish, eggs, soups, and vegetables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e once established, it produces for years with no maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery early harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e one of the first leafy vegetables of spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan be grown anywhere:\u003c\/strong\u003e in a pot, container, planter, on a windowsill, in a flower bed, rock garden, or vegetable garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike rhubarb and spinach, its leaves are rich in \u003cstrong\u003eoxalates\u003c\/strong\u003e. Consume it occasionally and in moderation rather than in large daily quantities, and prefer young leaves, which are less concentrated. Cooking and pairing it with a dairy product — cream or butter — lessen its effect, something traditional cuisine understood long before chemistry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid cast-iron or aluminum containers, as its acidity attacks them and gives the dish a metallic taste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e partial shade or light sun — full summer sun makes it bolt and toughens its leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e heavy, clay-rich, very humus-rich, and moist, preferably neutral to acidic. It does not tolerate limestone well. It is one of the few plants in this catalog that appreciates heavy soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow from March to May or in September, directly in the ground or in a pot, at a depth of 1 cm. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant with 30 cm spacing. One clump is more than enough for a household, as it produces continuously.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly to keep the soil moist: this is what prevents it from bolting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe essential step:\u003c\/strong\u003e cut off the flower stalks as soon as they appear. Otherwise, the plant becomes exhausted, its leaves toughen, and harvesting stops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivide the clump every 3 to 4 years to rejuvenate it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick the \u003cstrong\u003eouter leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e one by one, leaving the center intact: the plant keeps regrowing continuously from spring through autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest young leaves: older leaves are more acidic and tougher.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts preference for partial shade and heavy soils makes it a good occupant of cool corners of the garden, where most culinary herbs fail. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-vivaces-comestibles\"\u003eedible perennial plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is the host plant of the caterpillars of the common copper, a small bright-orange butterfly of wet meadows — letting one clump flower means providing it with a nursery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds feed small seed-eating birds in autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a creamy sauce with fish — salmon with sorrel is a classic —, in soup, in an omelet, or with a few finely chopped raw leaves in a salad. Its color turns olive green when cooked; this is normal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional medicinal plant. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet one flower stalk grow and turn completely brown, then shake the seeds over a container: the reddish-brown seeds are abundant. Sorrel also readily self-seeds. See \u003ca href=\"\/en-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, sorted and carefully packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe only acidity cultivated in the vegetable garden, available from the first fine days of spring.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866955297101,"sku":"3760335361173","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/oseille-rumex-acetosa-feuilles-sagittees-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787517009"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/collections\/plantes-vivaces-lavande-thym-artichaut-rhubarbe-graines.webp?v=1784633150","url":"https:\/\/semisauvage.com\/en-intl\/collections\/perennial-plants\/semis-ete.oembed","provider":"SemiSauvage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}