{"title":"Honey plants","description":"\u003cp\u003eAttract bees, butterflies, and pollinators to your garden with our selection of honey plant seeds: nectar-rich flowers, herbs, and green manures. Reproducible heirloom seeds, non-hybrid, and untreated with chemicals.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"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\/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\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003etrue lavender\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\/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\/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\/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-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\/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\/products\/100-graines-dechinacee-pourpre-echinacea-purpurea\"\u003epurple coneflower\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\/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\/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":"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\/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\/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\/products\/100-graines-de-bleuet-fleurs-plante-mellifere-jardin-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecornflower\u003c\/a\u003e. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\/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\/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\/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-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\/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\/products\/300-graines-de-thym-plante-aromatique-medicinale-semences-paysannes\"\u003ethyme\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/40-graines-de-sauge-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003esage\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\/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\/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\/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\/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\/products\/300-graines-de-thym-plante-aromatique-medicinale-semences-paysannes\"\u003ethyme\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003elavender\u003c\/a\u003e. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\/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\/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\/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":"50-graines-de-bourrache-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes","title":"Common borage seeds (Borago officinalis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBorago officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon borage, cucumber herb, ox-tongue: its rough leaves and iodine-like flavor reminiscent of cucumber have earned it these vivid nicknames. Its bright blue, star-shaped flowers change color as they age, shifting from pink to blue—a signal for pollinators, which can tell which flowers still contain nectar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlue star-shaped flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e highly decorative and abundant, they bloom successively from May until the first frosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery easy:\u003c\/strong\u003e an annual that self-seeds so readily that it produces two to three generations in the same year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile:\u003c\/strong\u003e vegetable, culinary herb, ornamental and nectar-rich all at once.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe leaves are covered with rough hairs that may irritate sensitive skin: wear gloves when harvesting if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is traditionally consumed occasionally and in moderation, as an accompaniment rather than as part of prolonged daily use.\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, essential for abundant flowering; it tolerates light partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep, fresh, humus-rich and light. It thrives in cultivated soil rich in organic matter, unlike many annual flowers—a supply of compost benefits it. Avoid compact, waterlogged soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in place from April to June, burying the seeds about 1 cm deep: they germinate better in darkness. Its taproot does not tolerate transplanting well, so avoid sowing in pots. Thin to 40 cm apart, as the plant becomes large. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 periods. Stake or pinch back the plant if its brittle stems collapse under their own weight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be grown in pots, containers or deep planters on balconies and terraces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA classic companion for strawberries, squash and tomatoes, it helps them by massively attracting pollinators when they flower. It pairs well with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/1000-graines-de-phacelie-plante-engrais-vert-mellifere-semences-paysannes\"\u003ephacelia\u003c\/a\u003e in a flower strip. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-au-potager\"\u003ecombining flowers with your 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 most nectar-rich plants there is: its flowers replenish their nectar within just a few minutes after each visit, making them a tireless food source for bees and bumblebees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts long flowering period, from May until the first frosts, 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 flowers, with a fresh, slightly sweet flavor, decorate salads, drinks and desserts—they are especially attractive when frozen in ice cubes. The young leaves, with a cucumber flavor, are eaten cooked. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eThe black seeds fall very quickly once ripe: keep an eye on the faded flowers and shake the stems over a bag, or simply let nature take its course, as borage generously self-seeds from one season to the next. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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, 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\u003eEnrich your garden with the beauty and versatility of common borage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865924022605,"sku":"3760335360374","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/bourrache-rameau-fleurs-bleues-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788219837"},{"product_id":"60-graines-de-viperine-commune-fleurs-mellifere-semences-paysannes","title":"Common viper's bugloss seeds (Echium vulgare)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEchium vulgare\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon viper's bugloss, viper's herb, bird's tongue, viper's bugloss: its seeds resemble tiny snake heads, and its protruding stamens evoke a forked tongue—hence its name and the old belief that it protected against bites. In the garden, its flower spikes changing from pink to intense blue are an unmatched magnet for pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpectacular flower spikes:\u003c\/strong\u003e upright stems covered with flowers that turn from bud pink to bright blue as they open.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e a rosette in the first year, spectacular flowering in the second, then it self-seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery undemanding:\u003c\/strong\u003e it thrives in poor soil and warm locations, 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\u003eIts leaves and stems are covered with stiff, prickly hairs that irritate the skin: wear gloves and long sleeves when handling or pulling it out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInedible plant: like other wild plants in the borage family, it contains alkaloids and must not be consumed, either as an infusion or in a salad.\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—it is a plant of dry banks and stony wasteland.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e poor, dry, sandy or stony, well-drained, preferably alkaline. Crucial point: do not amend it. In rich soil, it produces abundant foliage and flowers poorly. It dislikes stagnant moisture in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in spring or autumn, directly in place, covering lightly. Its deep taproot does not tolerate transplanting well: avoid pots. Neither soaking nor stratification is necessary. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eNone. Thin to 40 cm apart and leave a few flower spikes to go to seed: it self-seeds and establishes itself permanently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a pot, planter, cold greenhouse or conservatory, it performs very well provided it has excellent drainage.\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 poor-soil requirements of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/200-graines-de-marrube-blanc-marrubium-vulgare\"\u003ewhite horehound\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003etrue lavender\u003c\/a\u003e, in rock gardens or on dry banks. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eIt is one of Europe's most nectar-rich plants: each flower produces nectar continuously throughout the day and replenishes it within minutes after each visit, making it an exceptional resource for bees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe change from pink to blue is a signal intended for foraging insects: it tells them which flowers still contain nectar, preventing unnecessary visits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is a host plant for several butterflies and shelters specialized wild bees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRock gardens, banks, planters, dry beds and nectar-rich meadows. Strictly ornamental and nectar-producing, not edible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLong believed to protect against viper bites—through the doctrine of signatures, as its seeds resemble snake heads—it symbolizes protection and beneficial wariness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet the flower spikes dry completely on the plant, then shake them over a container—with gloves, as the stems are prickly. The small gray seeds detach from the calyces. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 sow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive your bees one of Europe's most nectar-rich plants.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865924743501,"sku":"3760335360138","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/viperine-commune-pied-fond-blanc-detoure-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788273836"},{"product_id":"750-graines-de-colza-plante-legume-engrais-vert-semences-paysannes","title":"Rapeseed seeds (Brassica napus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBrassica napus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinter rapeseed, turnip rape, oilseed cabbage: this plant is not a wild species but the result of an ancient natural cross between cabbage and turnip rape, which occurred a few thousand years ago. Its bright yellow fields in spring are part of the French landscape, but in the garden, it is above all an exceptionally effective green manure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowerful roots:\u003c\/strong\u003e its deep taproot loosens compacted soil and brings up minerals from deeper layers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter ground cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e ideal for protecting bare soil during the cold season and preventing weeds from taking hold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBright yellow flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e highly attractive to bees in spring.\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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep and cool, preferably clay-loam, without excessive stagnant moisture. It is particularly beneficial in somewhat heavy soils, which it helps to structure. No fertilization needed: it will return nutrients to the soil as it decomposes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e broadcast sow directly in place, ideally in late summer or early autumn for winter cover, or in spring. Rake lightly to bury the seeds 1 to 2 cm deep. No pots and no soaking. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eNone. Mow before it goes to seed and leave it in place as mulch, or incorporate it shallowly 3 to 4 weeks before the next crop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotate it with green manures from other plant families, such as \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/1000-graines-de-phacelie-plante-engrais-vert-mellifere-semences-paysannes\"\u003ephacelia\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/1000-graines-de-trefle-blanc-plante-tres-mellifere-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ewhite clover\u003c\/a\u003e. Caution: as a brassica like \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/500-graines-de-moutarde-blanche-plantes-aromatique-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ewhite mustard\u003c\/a\u003e, it should neither precede nor follow a cabbage crop, as they share diseases and pests. Our guide: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 early and abundant flowering provides one of the year's first major sources of nectar and pollen for bees emerging from hibernation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts winter cover shelters soil fauna and protects microorganisms from frost and leaching — see \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eThe young leaves can be eaten cooked like spinach, within 3 days of harvesting (washed and rolled in a damp towel in the refrigerator, or blanched and frozen).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe flowers are best enjoyed fresh within a few hours of picking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few plants to go to seed: the pods turn brown and dry on the plant, and can then simply be emptied over a container. Caution: rapeseed readily cross-pollinates with other brassicas in the garden. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 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\u003eEnrich your soil and support pollinators with these rapeseed seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865924940109,"sku":"3760335360657","price":3.84,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/colza-pied-entier-fond-blanc-detoure-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788277182"},{"product_id":"500-graines-de-moutarde-blanche-plantes-aromatique-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"White Mustard Seeds (Sinapis alba)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSinapis alba\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite mustard, yellow mustard: this plant was long considered a mere roadside weed before gardeners rediscovered its talents as green manure. Fast-growing, hardy, and generous, it deserves far better than its reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e an annual plant that can exceed 1.20 m in just a few weeks, with leaves measuring 15 to 40 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproves the soil:\u003c\/strong\u003e used as green manure, it cleanses the soil, structures the earth through its roots, and naturally suppresses weeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCulinary use:\u003c\/strong\u003e its seeds, yellow despite its name, have been used as a condiment since antiquity.\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 grows quickly in full light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e all types of soil, including poor, clay, or chalky soils—it adapts remarkably well. No fertilization is necessary; it is the plant that will enrich the soil. It simply appreciates moist soil when emerging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in place by broadcasting, from spring to the end of summer, on raked soil. No pots or pre-soaking required: germination is very fast, often in less than a week. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eNone. Mow before it goes to seed if you do not want it to self-seed, then leave it as mulch or shallowly incorporate it into the soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn rotation with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/1000-graines-de-trefle-blanc-plante-tres-mellifere-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ewhite clover\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/1000-graines-de-phacelie-plante-engrais-vert-mellifere-semences-paysannes\"\u003ephacelia\u003c\/a\u003e, it diversifies the green manures in the vegetable garden. However, be careful not to grow it before or after cabbages: as members of the same family, they share the same diseases. Everything is explained in our article on \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eIts yellow flowers, when it is allowed to bloom before being incorporated into the soil, are heavily visited by bees and other pollinators at a time when food sources are becoming scarce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts dense root system nourishes soil life as it decomposes—see \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eIts seeds are widely used as a condiment, particularly in the production of mustard. The young leaves can also be eaten in salads, with their characteristic peppery flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet the siliques (thin pods) turn brown and dry on the plant, then shell them by hand or rub them between your palms over a container. Be careful, as it self-seeds very easily: allow only as many plants as you need to go to seed. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eAdd white mustard to your garden for living soil protected from weeds!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865925038413,"sku":"3760335361074","price":3.94,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/moutarde-blanche-tige-fleurie-fond-blanc-detoure-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788268647"},{"product_id":"500-graines-de-lin-plantes-jardins-fleurs-semences-paysannes","title":"Flax Seeds (Linum usitatissimum)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLinum usitatissimum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTextile flax, cultivated flax, oilseed flax: its species name, \u003cem\u003eusitatissimum\u003c\/em\u003e, literally means “the most useful of all.” A deserved superlative for one of humanity’s oldest domesticated plants, cultivated for millennia as much for its fibers as for its seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight, airy silhouette:\u003c\/strong\u003e slender, fibrous stems measuring 60 cm to 1 m, with narrow, glaucous blue-green leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShimmering bloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e light blue, funnel-shaped flowers, 2 to 3 cm across, dancing in the slightest breeze all summer long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEphemeral and continuously renewed:\u003c\/strong\u003e each flower lasts only one morning, but the blooms follow one another without interruption.\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, with a preference for gentle light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, deep, cool and well-drained, preferably loamy. It dislikes heavy, compacted soil and stagnant water. Soil that is too rich in nitrogen causes the stems to flop: do not over-fertilize.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in place or in pots from April to July, lightly covering the seeds. No soaking or stratification is necessary; germination is simple and fast. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 seedlings with 4 to 5 leaves, spacing them 10 cm apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect young plants from frost before winter, then plant them in their final position the following spring, spacing them 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\u003eWater moderately during dry periods. No staking is necessary if the soil is not too rich.\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 airy silhouette pairs well with other meadow flowers such as \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/100-graines-de-bleuet-fleurs-plante-mellifere-jardin-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecornflower\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/250-graines-de-coquelicot-sauvage-jardin-fleur-semences-paysannes\"\u003ewild poppy\u003c\/a\u003e, creating a blue-and-red country scene. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eA nectar-rich plant, flax attracts bees every morning throughout its long summer flowering period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds, left standing in autumn, feed seed-eating garden birds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistorically, its fibers have been used to make linen textiles and its seeds to produce oil—two traditional uses that remain relevant today. Normandy is still one of the world’s largest producing regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave the small round capsules to turn brown and dry completely on the plant, then gently crush them between your fingers over a container to release the shiny seeds. Once established, flax naturally self-seeds from one year to the next. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 belief: to give gardeners back the ability to sow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd these flax seeds to your garden for a touch of delicate movement all summer long.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865927233869,"sku":"3760335360985","price":3.94,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/lin-pied-fleuri-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788264336"},{"product_id":"40-graines-de-tournesol-fleurs-jardins-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Sunflower Seeds (Helianthus annuus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHelianthus annuus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunflower, common sunflower, giant sunflower, helianthemum: celebrated by Van Gogh and cultivated around the world, it owes its name to the heliotropism of its young buds, which follow the sun’s path from east to west. Once open, the flower permanently faces east — an orientation that warms its flower head early in the morning and attracts more pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonumental silhouette:\u003c\/strong\u003e its large yellow daisies tower over the garden and attract everyone’s attention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdaptable:\u003c\/strong\u003e it grows in a variety of soils, including poor, sandy, or rocky soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRapid growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e spectacular to grow with children, as its progress is so visible from week to week.\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 compromise, preferably sheltered from strong winds that could flatten the tall stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e tolerates poor, stony soils as long as they are well drained, but cool, rich, loose soil produces noticeably larger flowers. It is a hungry plant: adding compost is a real advantage here.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in place from late April to mid-June, after all risk of frost has passed, planting the seeds 2 to 3 cm deep. Stagger sowings to extend flowering. Protect young shoots from slugs and birds, which are very fond of seedlings. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eKeep the soil slightly moist, especially during dry periods, without excess water that could cause the roots to rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStake the tallest varieties, whose seed-filled flower heads become very heavy at the end of the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo harvest the seeds, wait until the back of the flower head changes from green to yellowish brown and the petals have fallen. Cut off the head and let it dry upside down in a well-ventilated place, protected from birds by a net or paper bag.\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 acts as a living support for light climbing plants and creates welcome shade for crops that tolerate it. However, be careful: its roots release substances that hinder the growth of certain vegetables, particularly potatoes and pole beans. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable pairings in 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 enormous flower head is a true landing strip: bees, bumblebees, hoverflies, and butterflies flock to it all summer long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeft standing through winter, it becomes a natural feeder for tits, goldfinches, and finches — one of the best ways to help birds during the cold 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 seeds can be eaten roasted, in salads, or in bread, and are used to produce oil. The petals are also edible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA symbol of admiration and loyalty because of its devotion to the sun, the sunflower has also become an emblem of joy and optimism — popularized by Van Gogh’s paintings, in which it became his signature subject in Arles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse the same process as for food harvesting: let the flower head dry completely, then rub it by hand to detach the seeds. Keep the largest and best-formed seeds for the next sowing. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eAdd these sunflower seeds to your garden for their luminous beauty and the feast they will offer birds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48865931166029,"sku":"3760335360176","price":3.84,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/tournesol-capitule-tige-feuillee-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788208653"},{"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\/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\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eEnglish lavender\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\/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\/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\/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\/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":"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\/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\/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":"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\/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\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003etrue lavender\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\/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\/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\/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\/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\/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-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\/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\/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\/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\/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\/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\/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\/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":"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\/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\/products\/1000-graines-de-phacelie-plante-engrais-vert-mellifere-semences-paysannes\"\u003ephacelia\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\/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\/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\/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":"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\/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\/products\/1000-graines-de-trefle-blanc-plante-tres-mellifere-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ewhite clover\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\/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\/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\/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\/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":"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. Give it a defined space, grow it in a container, or cut the flower stalks before they set seed if you do not want it to 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\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun or partial shade — partial shade suits it very well in hot regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e moist, fertile, light and slightly clayey, although it adapts to most soils. Soil that stays moist produces larger, more tender leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in spring, \u003cstrong\u003eon the surface without covering\u003c\/strong\u003e: its tiny seeds need light to germinate. Simply firm them down and keep them moist. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 40 cm apart, in a border, herb garden or pot. In a pot, divide the clump regularly to prevent it from smothering its neighbours.\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. 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\/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. It also adds excellent flavour to homemade syrup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA major traditional medicinal plant, listed in the French Pharmacopoeia and grown in herb gardens since the Middle Ages. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 stalks to dry completely on the plant, then crush them over a container: the seeds are extremely fine. In practice, lemon balm reseeds so readily on its own that harvesting is rarely necessary. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bees’ plant, with a lemon fragrance close at hand all summer long.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866939109709,"sku":"3760335361463","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/melisse-officinale-pied-entier-fond-blanc-detoure-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788271850"},{"product_id":"1000-graines-darbre-aux-papillons-buddleja-arbuste-jardin-semences-paysannes","title":"Butterfly Bush Seeds (Buddleja davidii)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBuddleja davidii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eButterfly bush, buddleia, summer lilac, butterfly tree: its name is well deserved. Its long panicles produce such abundant, fragrant nectar that a single flowering shrub can host dozens of butterflies at once — peacock butterflies, red admirals, painted ladies. Few plants offer such a lively spectacle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePanicle flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e long, cone-shaped clusters ranging from white to red, including pink and purple, throughout the summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighly fragrant nectar:\u003c\/strong\u003e one of the most attractive shrubs for butterflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery rapid growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e it reaches 2 to 3 metres in just a few seasons and flowers from the first year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions — read before planting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInvasive exotic species:\u003c\/strong\u003e buddleia produces tens of thousands of lightweight seeds dispersed by the wind, which rapidly colonise wastelands, embankments, railway verges and riverbeds. It appears on the invasive species lists of many French regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe action that makes all the difference:\u003c\/strong\u003e systematically cut off the panicles as soon as they fade, before seeds form. You will extend flowering and prevent dispersal. Do not plant it near natural areas, wastelands or waterways.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt massively attracts adult butterflies, but is not a host plant for any of their caterpillars: pair it with native food plants for a genuine benefit.\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, essential for abundant flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep and well drained, although it tolerates poor, alkaline or chalky soils perfectly well. Important point: do not enrich the soil. Soil that is too fertile encourages stems and leaves at the expense of flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e improves germination. Sow from spring to summer, on the surface without covering: the tiny seeds 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 into a bed, as a standalone plant or in a hedge, in a garden where you can monitor its self-sowing.\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 it back severely at the end of winter, to 30 cm above the ground: it flowers on new wood, and this radical pruning produces the finest panicles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove faded flowers throughout the summer: this both prolongs flowering and prevents dispersal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair it with caterpillar host plants to complete the butterflies’ life cycle: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/150-graines-de-lotier-cornicule-lotus-corniculatus\"\u003ebird’s-foot trefoil\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/50-graines-de-mauve-royale-fleurs-vivace-plante-mellifere-jardin-semences-paysannes\"\u003eroyal mallow\u003c\/a\u003e feed the caterpillars it cannot host.\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 abundant nectar makes it a major resource for adult butterflies, bees and bumblebees in the heart of summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts tubular flowers are also suitable for hawk moths that feed at dusk.\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, standalone specimens, flowering hedges and plant screens. Its panicles make beautiful fragrant bouquets — and cutting them helps limit its dispersal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you wish to harvest some, leave a few panicles to turn brown and dry, then shake them over a sheet of paper, sheltered from the wind. A single flower spike contains thousands of seeds: never allow the others to go to seed. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment whatsoever. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSale reserved for informed amateur gardeners capable of planting this shrub in a controlled setting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866940715341,"sku":"3760335361548","price":7.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/arbre-aux-papillons-buddleja-davidii-rameau-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787410170"},{"product_id":"100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"True Lavender Seeds (Lavandula angustifolia)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLavandula angustifolia\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnglish lavender, fine lavender, true lavender: whatever name you give it, this shrub remains inseparable from the image of Provence. Its purple fields streaking the plateaus of Haute-Provence have made the perfume industry of Grasse world-famous for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrant shrub:\u003c\/strong\u003e bushy, upright branches and evergreen, ash-green foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong flowering period:\u003c\/strong\u003e white, pink, blue, or mauve flower spikes with a sweet, penetrating fragrance, from April to September depending on the region.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong lifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e when well cared for, lavender can live for around ten years in the garden.\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 is essential, ideally in a warm, well-ventilated position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, poor, stony, chalky, and above all very well drained — this is the critical point. 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\/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\/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\/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\/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\/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":"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\/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\/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\/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":"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\/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\/products\/100-graines-dechinacee-pourpre-echinacea-purpurea\"\u003epurple coneflower\u003c\/a\u003e, with which it shares the same requirements. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\/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\/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\/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":"1000-graines-de-digitale-pourpre-fleurs-ornementale-semences-paysannes","title":"Foxglove Seeds (Digitalis purpurea)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDigitalis purpurea\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoxglove, Our Lady’s glove, Virgin’s finger, and “gantelée”: all these names come from the shape of its flowers, those elongated bells into which a finger fits perfectly — \u003cem\u003edigitalis\u003c\/em\u003e comes from the Latin \u003cem\u003edigitus\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning finger. Its flower spikes, which can reach 2 metres, make it one of the most spectacular vertical plants for a shade garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMajestic flower spikes:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 2 metres tall, covered with purple bell-shaped flowers speckled inside, from May to July.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShade plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e one of the few plants to flower so generously in shady conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e a rosette in the first year, flowering in the second, then it self-seeds abundantly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions — please read carefully:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll parts of the plant are highly toxic if ingested\u003c\/strong\u003e — leaves, flowers, stems, roots, and seeds. Foxglove contains powerful cardiac glycosides: ingestion, even in small quantities, can be serious.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not plant it in a garden frequented by young children\u003c\/strong\u003e, or within reach of pets or livestock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRisk of confusion when foraging:\u003c\/strong\u003e its first-year rosettes resemble those of comfrey, with which it has already been mistaken for culinary purposes. Never consume an unidentified rosette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear gloves when handling it and wash your hands afterwards. Clearly label your seed packets.\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 to light shade — this is a plant of woodland edges and clearings, and it suffers in intense, scorching sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e cool, humus-rich, light, and rather acidic, with good drainage. It appreciates woodland soils rich in organic matter and dislikes pronounced alkalinity as well as waterlogged conditions in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow from September to April on the surface without covering, as the tiny seeds need light to germinate. Autumn sowing allows the winter cold to break dormancy naturally; alternatively, apply \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\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 back of a shaded border, spacing plants 40 cm apart, away from pathways and play areas.\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 with mulch. Leave a few flower spikes to set seed: foxglove self-seeds and establishes itself permanently in colonies.\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 shade and moisture requirements of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/25-graines-de-monnaie-du-pape-fleurs-plante-jardin-ancien-semences-paysannes\"\u003ehonesty\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/500-graines-de-myosotis-royal-bleu-plantes-fleurs-semences-paysannes\"\u003eforget-me-nots\u003c\/a\u003e, creating a beautiful woodland 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 tubular flowers are custom-designed for bumblebees: the dark markings inside the corolla are genuine guide marks leading to the nectar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is one of the few plants to provide an abundant nectar resource in shady conditions, where pollinators find little food.\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\u003eStrictly ornamental: the back of shaded borders, woodland edges, and woodland gardens. It also makes magnificent bouquets, which should be handled with gloves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBalancing beauty and danger, foxglove has always been associated with the world of fairies in Celtic traditions — its bells were said to serve as their hats or thimbles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave the faded flower spikes to form their capsules, then harvest them once they are brown and dry — wearing gloves — and shake them over a container: the seeds are extremely fine and numerous. Clearly label the packet. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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, 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\u003eSale reserved for knowledgeable amateur gardeners seeking quality and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866947170637,"sku":"3760335361951","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/digitale-pourpre-digitalis-purpurea-plante-entiere-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787414560"},{"product_id":"1000-graines-de-phacelie-plante-engrais-vert-mellifere-semences-paysannes","title":"Lacy Phacelia Seeds (Phacelia tanacetifolia)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhacelia tanacetifolia\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso known as tansy-leaved phacelia, this annual native to California has earned a prime place in European organic vegetable gardens. Sow it and, in just a few weeks, it transforms into a dense carpet topped with blue-mauve flower spikes literally buzzing with bees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightning-fast growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e from sowing to flowering in just a few weeks, making it a highly responsive green manure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuppresses weeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e its rapid, dense growth naturally limits their development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnrelated:\u003c\/strong\u003e belonging to none of the major vegetable families, it fits into all crop rotations without any risk of sharing diseases with neighboring crops.\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 thrives in full light for abundant flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e all types of soil suit it, even poor, stony, or calcareous soils — this is one of its major advantages. It requires no fertilization and tolerates drought well once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in place by broadcasting, in spring or September, then rake lightly to cover the seeds: they germinate better in darkness. No pots and no pre-soaking. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 special care is required. Mow and leave in place or lightly dig under before the plants set seed if using it as green manure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSown along the edge of a vegetable garden or orchard, it attracts pollinators to neighboring crops when they are flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt combines well with leguminous green manures such as \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/1000-graines-de-trefle-blanc-plante-tres-mellifere-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ewhite clover\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/500-graines-de-moutarde-blanche-plantes-aromatique-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ewhite mustard\u003c\/a\u003e. Our complete guide: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 blue flowers are among the most attractive to bees, which produce a renowned and highly aromatic honey from them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt also attracts hoverflies, whose larvae are formidable predators of aphids, as well as small beneficial wasps. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable combinations in the garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet the browned flower spikes dry on the plant, then rub them or shake them over a bag to release the seeds. Phacelia readily self-seeds if allowed to set seed. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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, 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 vegetable garden while promoting biodiversity with these phacelia seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866957164877,"sku":"3760335361234","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/phacelie-phacelia-tanacetifolia-plante-entiere-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787416392"},{"product_id":"200-graines-dherbe-a-chat-cataire-nepeta-cataria-semences-paysannes","title":"Catnip Seeds (Cataria) (Nepeta cataria)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNepeta cataria\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCatnip, catmint, catswort, catmint herb: the molecule responsible for feline euphoria, nepetalactone, affects only some cats — sensitivity is hereditary and affects around two-thirds of them. An additional curiosity: this same molecule is a powerful repellent for many insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery hardy perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e it forms a light, spreading clump that returns every year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilvery foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e oval, toothed, downy leaves ranging from greyish to silvery green.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong, bee-friendly flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e spikes of small, two-lipped tubular flowers, white with purple markings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwofold use:\u003c\/strong\u003e irresistible to cats, repellent to many insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeighbouring cats may roll around in it and flatten the clump. Protect young plants with wire mesh during the first year, while they become 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 to partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e ordinary, light, and above all well drained. Like most aromatic plants in the mint family, it prefers poor soil to rich soil — there is no need to fertilise, as this dilutes its aroma. It is much more sensitive to winter moisture than to cold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in spring, on the surface or barely covered: the seeds need light to germinate. Sow in pots at 18–20 °C, or directly in the ground after the last frosts. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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. It grows very well in pots or planters on a balcony — a good solution if you want to keep it for your own cat.\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. Water only during prolonged drought.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut back the clump after flowering: it will regrow and often flower a second time during the season.\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 flowering tops in dry weather, late in the morning, when the concentration of essential oils is at its highest. Dry them in the shade, upside down, in a well-ventilated 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\u003eIts repellent oil keeps aphids and various insects away from neighbouring crops. It pairs well with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/40-graines-de-sauge-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003esage\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/200-graines-dhysope-officinale-hyssopus-officinalis\"\u003ehyssop\u003c\/a\u003e in a herb garden with well-drained soil. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 long, staggered flowering period makes it an excellent bee-friendly plant, frequently visited by solitary bees and bumblebees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt also attracts hoverflies, whose larvae devour aphids — its effect in the vegetable garden therefore combines repellent properties with beneficial insects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDried leaves to fill cat toys and cushions. In cooking, its young mint-flavoured leaves subtly season salads and infusions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA traditional medicinal plant, used in European herbal medicine since the Middle Ages. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eBefore tea arrived in Europe, catnip was one of the most common herbal infusions in English households — it was routinely grown in the physic garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few flower spikes to dry completely on the plant, then rub them over a container to release the small brown seeds. Catnip also readily self-seeds. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 belief: to give gardeners back the ability to sow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHappiness for your cat, and a natural repellent for the vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866960146765,"sku":"3760335360886","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/herbe-a-chat-cataire-tige-fleurie-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787515470"},{"product_id":"250-graines-de-marjolaine-officinale-plante-aromatique-jardin-semences-paysannes","title":"Sweet Marjoram Seeds (Origanum majorana)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOriganum majorana\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweet marjoram, knotted marjoram, greater oregano: not to be confused with oregano, its close relative. Marjoram is distinctly milder, more delicate, and sweeter—and above all, much more sensitive to cold. Its flower buds, grouped into small “shells” before opening, earned it its second name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDelicate fragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e milder and sweeter than oregano, with a slightly camphoraceous note.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePretty clump:\u003c\/strong\u003e downy gray-green leaves topped with small pinkish-white flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrost-tender in our climates:\u003c\/strong\u003e perennial in its native Mediterranean region, it is grown as an annual in France, or in a pot overwintered frost-free.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent in pots:\u003c\/strong\u003e which makes it possible to keep it from one year to the next.\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 and warmth, in a sheltered position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, rather poor, calcareous, and above all well drained. Like most Mediterranean herbs, it concentrates its fragrance in poor soil—do not enrich it. It is sensitive to stagnant moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in spring in pots under cover at 20 °C, on the surface or barely covered: the tiny seeds need light. Transplant only after the last frosts, as it cannot tolerate any cold. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 25 cm apart, in a herb garden, border, or pot. A pot remains the best option: it allows you to bring it indoors before the frosts and keep it for several years.\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 dry conditions to excess water. No fertilizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinch the stems regularly to make the clump denser and delay flowering.\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 tips \u003cstrong\u003ejust before the flowers open\u003c\/strong\u003e, at the “shell” stage: this is when the fragrance is at its peak. It dries very well in bunches hung 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\u003eIt forms a Mediterranean herb garden with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/300-graines-de-thym-plante-aromatique-medicinale-semences-paysannes\"\u003ethyme\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/500-graines-dorigan-plante-aromatique-jardin-semences-paysannes\"\u003eoregano\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/40-graines-de-sauge-officinale-plante-aromatique-jardin-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecommon sage\u003c\/a\u003e. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 small pinkish-white flowers are frequently visited by bees and butterflies in midsummer—let part of the clump flower.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike oregano, it attracts many small short-tongued pollinators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts mildness makes it suited to more delicate dishes than oregano: sauces, stuffings, vegetables, eggs, white meats, and Mediterranean dishes. Add it toward the end of cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA traditional medicinal plant, used in herbalism and infusions since antiquity. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 Aphrodite by the Greeks, marjoram was woven into wreaths for newlyweds. Its name may derive from \u003cem\u003emajor\u003c\/em\u003e, “greater,” referring to the long life it was believed to bring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet a few flower spikes bloom and dry completely on the plant, then rub them over a container: the seeds are extremely fine. Be careful, as it can cross-pollinate with oregano: isolate your seed plant. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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, 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\u003eOregano’s gentle cousin, best kept in a pot from one year to the next.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866960638285,"sku":"3760335361029","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/marjolaine-officinale-touffe-fleurie-fond-clair-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787593662"},{"product_id":"100-graines-de-cosmos-fleurs-melange-jaune-et-orange-semences-paysannes","title":"Yellow and Orange Cosmos Seeds (Cosmos sulphureus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCosmos sulphureus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSulfur cosmos, yellow cosmos, orange cosmos: smaller and more compact than its cousin, bipinnate cosmos, it makes up for it with an incomparable intensity of color, spanning the full range of yellows, oranges, and coppery reds. Native to Mexico, where it grows spontaneously along roadsides, it has retained the exceptional hardiness of its origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarm colors:\u003c\/strong\u003e a blend of bright yellow and orange on foliage that is more finely divided and delicate than that of pink cosmos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e stockier than \u003cem\u003eCosmos bipinnatus\u003c\/em\u003e, it stands better without staking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong flowering period:\u003c\/strong\u003e from summer until the first frosts, without interruption.\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, essential for the intensity of the colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e ordinary, even poor and dry, but above all well-drained. Beware of a common misconception: soil that is too rich or heavily fertilized produces exuberant foliage and few flowers. Do not fertilize; it performs best in poor soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in place from April in mild climates, and after the frosts elsewhere, covering lightly. No soaking or stratification. Thin to 30 cm. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 moderately; once established, it tolerates drought well. Remove faded flowers to extend flowering until the frosts.\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 warm tones contrast beautifully with the pinkish shades of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/100-graines-de-cosmos-blanc-rose-et-rouge-semences-paysannes\"\u003ewhite, pink, and red cosmos\u003c\/a\u003e, and it pairs well with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/150-graines-de-rose-mystique-zinnia-fleurs-semences-paysannes\"\u003ezinnia\u003c\/a\u003e in a vibrant summer bed. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 flat, wide-open flower heads are accessible to all pollinators, including small short-tongued species often overlooked by complex flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts late flowering, continuing until the first frosts, makes it one of the season’s last food sources.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds, left on the plant, feed goldfinches in late autumn.\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, borders, rock gardens, planters, and bouquets. Its cut flowers last well in a vase when picked at the stage of a well-colored bud.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few faded flowers to form their elongated, black needle-shaped seeds, then harvest them once they are dry. Cosmos also readily self-seeds from one year to the next. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eBring an explosion of warm colors to your garden with these yellow and orange cosmos seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866962932045,"sku":"3760335361494","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/cosmos-sulphureus-jaune-orange-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787392046"},{"product_id":"100-graines-de-cosmos-blanc-rose-et-rouge-semences-paysannes","title":"White, Pink and Red Cosmos Seeds (Cosmos bipinnatus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCosmos bipinnatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCosmos, Mexican aster: this flower from the Mexican highlands owes its name to the Greek \u003cem\u003ekosmos\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning the order and harmony of the world—a tribute to the perfectly regular arrangement of its petals. It is also one of the most generous and easiest annuals to grow, even for first-time gardeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnfailing flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e from summer until the first frosts, in white, pink, and red, on delicate, finely cut foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile:\u003c\/strong\u003e flower bed, border, rock garden, planter, or cut flower, it adapts anywhere.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarefree:\u003c\/strong\u003e one of the most tolerant annuals, ideal for beginners.\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 to lightly shaded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e ordinary, even poor and dry, but especially well drained. This is the counterintuitive point: soil that is too rich or over-fertilized produces huge, leafy plants with few flowers, which flop during the first storm. Do not fertilize.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in place from April in mild climates, and after the frosts elsewhere, covering the seeds lightly. No soaking or stratification. Thin to 30–40 cm apart. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 but not excessively. Pinch out young stems to encourage branching, and remove faded flowers to extend flowering until the frosts.\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 pairs perfectly with other wild-style summer flowers such as \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/100-graines-de-bleuet-fleurs-plante-mellifere-jardin-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecornflower\u003c\/a\u003e, to create a cottage-style flower bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSown along the edge of the vegetable garden, it attracts pollinators to the crops—see \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-au-potager\"\u003epairing flowers with vegetables\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, flat, highly accessible flowers feed bees, bumblebees, hoverflies, and butterflies for an exceptionally long period, until the first frosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds, left standing at the end of the season, are a feast for goldfinches and other seed-eating birds.\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: picked when the bud is well colored, it lasts a good week in a vase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few faded flowers to form their elongated, needle-shaped seeds, then harvest them once they are brown and dry. Cosmos readily self-seeds from one year to the next. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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, 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\u003eEnjoy a spectacular display of white, pink, and red cosmos all summer with these seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866963718477,"sku":"3760335361739","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/cosmos-bipinnatus-blanc-rose-rouge-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787391653"},{"product_id":"250-graines-de-coquelicot-sauvage-jardin-fleur-semences-paysannes","title":"Wild Poppy Seeds (Papaver rhoeas)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePapaver rhoeas\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew wildflowers have inspired artists and poets as much as the poppy. Its brilliant red color and fragility—each flower lasts only a day or two—have made it, particularly since the First World War, a universal symbol of remembrance in many countries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy annual:\u003c\/strong\u003e it quickly covers poor ground and reseeds itself year after year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShort-lived flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e each flower lasts only a day or two, but new buds appear successively from May to July.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike other poppies, the corn poppy contains small amounts of alkaloids: avoid ingestion, 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 full sun, in a dry, open location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e ordinary to poor, above all well drained, even stony or calcareous. It dislikes heavy, waterlogged soils and needs no fertilization: soil that is too rich encourages leaf growth at the expense of flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in place by broadcasting, in spring or autumn. Its taproot does not tolerate transplanting: avoid sowing in pots. Barely cover the very fine seeds and press down lightly. No soaking is necessary. See our guide: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow seeds in cotton, pots, or directly in the ground\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 watering is needed once established. Thin to 20 cm apart if the seedlings are too dense.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA natural companion to the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/100-graines-de-bleuet-fleurs-plante-mellifere-jardin-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecornflower\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/150-graines-de-pavot-de-californie-fleurs-melliferes-semences-paysannes\"\u003eCalifornia poppy\u003c\/a\u003e in flower meadows, with which it shares the same requirements for dry, well-drained soil. See also our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eA nectarless but pollen-rich plant, the corn poppy provides abundant pollen sought by bees and hoverflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt was once part of the community of flowers found in cereal fields, now increasingly rare: sowing it provides a refuge for declining wild flora. Combine it with the vegetable garden as explained in \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSince the First World War, the corn poppy has been a symbol of remembrance for soldiers who fell in combat in Commonwealth countries, worn every November 11 on Remembrance Day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave the seed capsules to turn brown and dry on the plant until they open through small slits at the top, then shake them over a bag like a salt shaker. The corn poppy reseeds itself very easily. To keep them until the next sowing: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store 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 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\u003eAdd these wild poppy seeds to your garden to evoke the fleeting beauty of the wild.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866966241613,"sku":"3760335361654","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/coquelicot-sauvage-tige-fleurie-fond-clair-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787589894"},{"product_id":"1000-graines-de-trefle-blanc-plante-tres-mellifere-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"White Clover Seeds (Trifolium repens)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTrifolium repens\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreeping clover, meadow clover, or simply white clover: this small ground-covering plant found everywhere in meadows hides many talents. A symbol of Ireland, it is now making a strong comeback in ecological gardens for its many uses, from ground cover to green manure, not to mention its irresistible appeal to bees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil improver:\u003c\/strong\u003e like all legumes, white clover fixes atmospheric nitrogen in the soil through bacteria in its roots, naturally enriching it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerant of foot traffic:\u003c\/strong\u003e it can be used alongside a lawn, or even partially replace it, without fearing repeated passage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpreading perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e it spreads on its own through stolons and self-seeds, forming a dense, long-lasting carpet.\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 tolerates light shade well, making it a versatile ground cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e all types, even poor soils, as long as they remain moist. No fertilization is needed: as a nitrogen-fixing plant, it requires no additional nutrients and thrives where other plants struggle. It does not tolerate very dry, scorching soils in summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in place by broadcasting in March–April or September, on raked soil that has then been rolled or firmed. No pots or pre-soaking are needed for these small seeds. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eVirtually none once established: it spreads on its own through stolons. A high mowing is enough to contain it if it spreads too far.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed or rotated with other green manures such as \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/1000-graines-de-trefle-rouge-plante-medicinale-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ered clover\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/1500-graines-de-luzerne-plante-mellifere-engrais-vert-semences-paysannes\"\u003ealfalfa\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/500-graines-de-moutarde-blanche-plantes-aromatique-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ewhite mustard\u003c\/a\u003e, to diversify soil improvement. Everything is explained in our article on \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eAn outstanding nectar plant, white clover feeds honeybees, bumblebees, and many wild pollinators over a long flowering period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBy fixing atmospheric nitrogen through its root nodules, it indirectly nourishes the entire microbial life of the soil — a mechanism explained in \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eAs ground cover, in a flowering lawn, or as green manure before a nitrogen-hungry crop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe flowers and young leaves can be eaten raw in salads, cooked, or made into an infusion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e​​The clover is the national symbol of Ireland: according to tradition, Saint Patrick used it to illustrate the Holy Trinity to the Irish. Finding a four-leaf clover is traditionally said to bring good luck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few browned flower heads to dry on the plant, then rub them by hand to collect the small seeds. White clover self-seeds spontaneously from one year to the next, in addition to spreading through its stolons. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd these white clover seeds to your garden to create a lush, vibrant space while supporting biodiversity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866966798669,"sku":"3760335361777","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/trefle-blanc-trifolium-repens-plante-entiere-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787416852"},{"product_id":"250-graines-daneth-plante-aromatique-legumes-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes","title":"Dill Seeds (Anethum graveolens)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnethum graveolens\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDill, bastard fennel, false anise, fragrant dill: its subtle aroma combines anise, wild fennel, and a hint of mint. It is the essential herb for salmon and Scandinavian marinades, and one of the few herbs whose feathery foliage and seeds are both used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo harvests:\u003c\/strong\u003e fresh foliage all summer, followed by aromatic seeds in autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeathery foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e very finely divided, bluish, and decorative in flowerbeds as well as in the vegetable garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHoney-producing flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e large, highly fragrant yellow umbels that fill the garden with their scent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e first harvest six to eight weeks after sowing.\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 and warmth, sheltered from strong winds — its hollow stems break easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, well-drained, and rather dry. It needs no particular amendments; soil that is too rich produces soft stems that flop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow \u003cstrong\u003edirectly in place\u003c\/strong\u003e from April to July — its taproot does not tolerate transplanting well, which is the most common cause of failure. Sow 1 cm deep, staggering sowings every three weeks to spread out the harvest. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eThin to 20 cm apart. Water moderately: it prefers dry conditions to excess water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStake the tallest plants in windy locations.\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 foliage as needed, before flowering. It freezes well but does not dry well: its delicate aroma almost entirely disappears when dried.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor the seeds, cut the umbels when they turn brown, before the seeds fall, and finish drying them in a sheltered place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial plant pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt grows well alongside cabbages, cucumbers, and lettuces. \u003cstrong\u003eWarning\u003c\/strong\u003e: keep it well away from \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/300-graines-de-fenouil-plantes-jardins-legumes-fleurs-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003efennel\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/300-graines-de-coriandre-plantes-aromatique-jardins-fleurs-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecoriander\u003c\/a\u003e, with which it cross-pollinates and loses its aroma. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable garden plant pairings\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 yellow umbels are real landing platforms for hoverflies and beneficial parasitoid wasps, whose larvae devour aphids. Deliberately leave a few plants to flower.\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\u003eFresh foliage with fish, shellfish, fresh cheeses, salads, soups, and sauces — Scandinavian gravlax owes it everything. The seeds are used in marinades, pickled gherkins, breads, and vinegars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA traditional medicinal plant, cultivated since ancient Egypt. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eThis is the harvest itself: let a few umbels ripen fully and dry them upside down in a paper bag. Dill readily self-seeds from one year to the next. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring 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 carefully sort and package them 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\u003eOne plant, two harvests, and a magnet for beneficial insects in the vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866968600909,"sku":"3760335360077","price":3.84,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/aneth-ombelle-feuillage-bleute-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787567817"},{"product_id":"2500-graines-de-camomille-matricaire-plante-aromatique-medicinale-semences-paysannes","title":"German Chamomile Seeds (Matricaria chamomilla)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMatricaria chamomilla\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGerman chamomile, wild chamomile, and mayweed: this small daisy-like flower has been cultivated since Ancient Egypt, where it was dedicated to the sun god Ra because of its golden center. It can be distinguished from other chamomiles by its hollow, domed receptacle, which can easily be checked by cutting it in half.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbundant flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e from May to October, with small white flower heads and domed yellow centers, above finely divided, airy foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive fragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e its crushed flowers give off a sweet, fruity scent, more mellow than that of Roman chamomile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery easy to grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e an undemanding annual that settles into almost any corner of the garden.\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 needs light to flower abundantly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e ordinary, even poor, light, and well-drained. It grows spontaneously in wastelands and along field edges, proof of its frugality: there is no need to fertilize, as soil that is too rich produces weak plants with few flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in place in autumn or spring (late April outdoors), on the surface without covering: its tiny seeds need light to germinate. Simply firm the soil. Neither waterlogged conditions nor stratification is needed. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 if the seedlings are dense, and water only in the event of marked drought.\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 the morning after the dew has evaporated, when the white petals are still horizontal. Dry them flat, in the shade, in a well-ventilated place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSown along the edge of the vegetable garden, it attracts pollinators and beneficial insects to the crops. It pairs well with other flower-bed flowers such as \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/150-graines-de-soucis-fleurs-amis-jardins-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecalendula\u003c\/a\u003e. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 flat, open flower heads are highly accessible to small short-tongued pollinators: hoverflies, small solitary bees, and beneficial micro-hymenopterans can easily find nectar and pollen there.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong flowering period from May to October, valuable for extending 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\u003eTraditionally used in infusions and cosmetics since Antiquity, it remains one of the most widely cultivated plants in the world for these purposes. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 faded flower heads to turn completely brown on the plant, then rub them between your fingers over a container: the seeds are extremely fine. Chamomile also readily self-seeds from one year to the next. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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, 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\u003eAdd these mayweed chamomile seeds to your garden for their delicate beauty and distinctive fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866985181517,"sku":"3760335360497","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/camomille-matricaire-rameau-fleuri-fond-clair-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787857378"},{"product_id":"100-graines-de-gaillarde-fleurs-plantes-vivace-semences-paysannes","title":"Blanket Flower Seeds (Gaillardia aristata)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGaillardia aristata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerennial blanketflower, blanketflower, blanket flower: this last name, translated from the English \u003cem\u003eblanketflower\u003c\/em\u003e, comes from the woven blankets of the Native American peoples of the Great Plains, whose concentric red and yellow patterns exactly evoke its flower heads. A dry-prairie perennial of remarkable abundance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptionally long flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e from June until the first frosts, without interruption if spent flowers are removed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarm colours:\u003c\/strong\u003e large flower heads in shades of red, orange and yellow, often arranged in concentric circles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy and robust:\u003c\/strong\u003e undemanding, it thrives in difficult 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, essential for optimal flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e ordinary to poor, sandy or stony, and above all \u003cstrong\u003every well drained in winter\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is the critical point: blanketflower dies far more often from winter moisture than from cold. In heavy soil, plant it on a mound. No fertilisation required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in spring, on the surface without covering, as the seeds need light to germinate. Sow in pots under cover from March, or directly in the ground after the last frosts. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eRegularly remove spent flowers: this is what prolongs flowering until the first frosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivide the clump every 2–3 years to rejuvenate it: this is a short-lived perennial that becomes exhausted if allowed to flower continuously.\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 creates superb dry-prairie beds with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/100-graines-dechinacee-pourpre-echinacea-purpurea\"\u003epurple coneflower\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/300-graines-de-rudbeckia-gloriosa-daisy-semences-paysannes\"\u003erudbeckia\u003c\/a\u003e, its American compatriots, or with grasses. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 broad, flat flower heads are ideal platforms for pollinators: bees, hoverflies and butterflies flock to them over an exceptionally long period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds feed goldfinches if a few flower heads are left to mature 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\u003eBeds, borders, rock gardens and flower meadows. An excellent cut flower with good vase life.\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 brown and dry completely on the plant until they form a bristly ball, then crumble them over a container: the tufted seeds detach easily. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eBring warm colours to your garden all summer long with these blanketflower seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866989703501,"sku":"3760335360794","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/gaillarde-gaillardia-aristata-fleurs-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787395008"},{"product_id":"100-graines-de-bleuet-fleurs-plante-mellifere-jardin-semences-paysannes","title":"Cornflower Seeds (Centaurea cyanus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCentaurea cyanus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes called cornflower, bluebottle, or boutonniere flower, the cornflower goes by several names depending on the region, but has just one unmistakable blue—a color that long brightened French grain fields before herbicides caused it to nearly disappear from cultivated fields. Today, it is blooming again in gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpectacular flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Branched stems reaching up to 1 metre tall, bearing deep violet-blue flowers from June to September.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy annual:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vigorous and undemanding, it self-seeds from one year to the next.\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 dense flowering and sturdy stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ordinary, preferably light and well-drained, even alkaline or poor. It dislikes heavy, waterlogged soil in winter. No fertilisation: excess nitrogen produces soft stems that flop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow directly in place by broadcasting in spring, or in autumn in mild regions for earlier flowering. No pots or pre-soaking are necessary. Thin to 20–25 cm apart. Our complete guide: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 only during prolonged drought and weed around the young plants while they become established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight staking can help the tallest plants exposed to wind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe classic wildflower meadow trio: cornflower, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/250-graines-de-coquelicot-sauvage-jardin-fleur-semences-paysannes\"\u003ewild poppy\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/150-graines-de-pavot-de-californie-fleurs-melliferes-semences-paysannes\"\u003eCalifornia poppy\u003c\/a\u003e, which share the same need for well-drained soil and plenty of sunlight.\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\u003eA highly valuable nectar plant, frequently visited by bees, bumblebees, and butterflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe cornflower is one of the traditional arable wildflowers now under threat: growing it helps preserve them. See also \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eCornflower petals are edible and used as a colourful garnish for salads or pastries. Find more ideas in our article on \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn France, the cornflower symbolises remembrance of soldiers who died for their country: the “Bleuet de France” is sold every 11 November and 8 May in tribute to veterans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave the faded flower heads to dry on the plant until they open, then rub out the seeds by hand over a container. Cornflowers readily self-seed. Detailed storage information here: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring 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 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\u003eSale reserved for home gardeners seeking quality and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48866990424397,"sku":"3760335360350","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/bleuet-centaurea-cyanus-pied-fleuri-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787326828"},{"product_id":"35-graines-de-tournesol-mexicain","title":"Mexican Sunflower Seeds (Tithonia rotundifolia)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTithonia rotundifolia\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMexican sunflower, tithonia, Mexican sun: despite its name, it is not a true sunflower but an even more flamboyant cousin, with bright orange flowers that are almost fluorescent. Native to Central America, it has become one of the favorite plants of gardeners who want to attract butterflies: few flowers exert such a strong attraction on them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlamboyant flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e large orange flower heads with yellow centers, from summer until the first frosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImpressive growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e a bushy and vigorous plant, often reaching 1.5 to 2 meters in a single season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy and easy:\u003c\/strong\u003e it tolerates heat and drought better than most annual bedding plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrost-tender plant: perennial in its native range, it is grown as an \u003cstrong\u003eannual\u003c\/strong\u003e in our climates, as the first frosts destroy it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds are intended for sowing, not consumption: unlike common sunflower seeds, tithonia seeds are not edible.\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 — this is a tropical-climate plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e ordinary soil, even poor and stony, provided it is well drained. Important point: soil that is too rich or watered too heavily produces exuberant foliage and few flowers, with stems that flop. Do not fertilize.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in pots under cover from March to April (20 °C), or directly in the ground after the last frosts. Cover the seeds lightly. Do not soak or stratify. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 after the frosts, spacing plants 50 to 60 cm apart: the plant becomes large. Provide a stake or a spot sheltered from the wind, as the hollow stems are brittle.\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 sparingly only; it tolerates drought very well. Remove faded flowers to encourage flowering until the frosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt the back of a flower bed, it towers nicely over \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/150-graines-de-rose-mystique-zinnia-fleurs-semences-paysannes\"\u003ezinnia\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/100-graines-de-cosmos-blanc-rose-et-rouge-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecosmos\u003c\/a\u003e, which share its preference for sun and well-drained soil. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eIt is one of the best butterfly plants: its large, flat flower heads and abundant nectar make it a magnet for swallowtails, red admirals, and painted ladies all summer long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds, left standing in autumn, feed seed-eating birds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts heat resistance makes it a good candidate for \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eBack of a flower bed, temporary summer hedge, vegetable garden border, or cut flower: cut the stems at the end of the day; they last well in a vase.\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 until they turn brown and crumble, then rub them by hand to release the seeds: the elongated, angular seeds detach easily. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 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":50196237058381,"sku":"3760335362620","price":4.84,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/tournesol-mexicain-massif-orange-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788110678"},{"product_id":"150-graines-de-lotier-cornicule-lotus-corniculatus","title":"Bird’s-foot Trefoil Seeds (Lotus corniculatus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLotus corniculatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBird’s-foot trefoil, also known as eggs-and-bacon, Lady’s slipper, or horned clover: its nickname “bird’s-foot” comes from its pods, grouped in threes or fours at the top of the stem and spread out like the toes of a bird’s foot. A small native legume, discreet but vital to meadow biodiversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYellow flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e small, bright yellow pea-like flowers, often tinged with orange, from May to September.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpreading perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e a spreading habit that forms a dense, long-lasting ground cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrogen fixer:\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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e truly all types, even poor, dry, stony, or calcareous soils — it is one of the most frugal plants there is, capable of colonizing even the most inhospitable banks and roadsides. No fertilization: it produces its own nitrogen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in the ground in spring or autumn, broadcasting over scratched soil, then firm it down. No soaking or stratification is necessary. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eMaintenance advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNone. It tolerates trampling, mowing, and drought without flinching, and comes back every year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed in a meadow with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/1000-graines-de-trefle-blanc-plante-tres-mellifere-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ewhite clover\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/1500-graines-de-luzerne-plante-mellifere-engrais-vert-semences-paysannes\"\u003ealfalfa\u003c\/a\u003e, it creates a highly complete legume cover that enriches the soil sustainably. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eIt is one of the most important host plants in our meadows: the caterpillars of several dozen butterfly species feed on it, including the Common Blue and many other blues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts flowers are highly attractive to pollinators and are especially visited by bumblebees, which are powerful enough to open its closed corolla.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts dense root system effectively stabilizes banks and eroded soils — see \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/graines-sol-pauvre-sec\"\u003eour seeds for poor, dry 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\u003eFlower meadows, ground cover, green spaces, pathsides, and bank stabilization. It is also an excellent forage plant, valued in extensive grazing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet a few pods turn brown and dry on the plant, but harvest them before they open: when ripe, they suddenly twist and project the seeds some distance away. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive your meadow a butterfly nursery with these bird’s-foot trefoil seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50205469999437,"sku":"3760335362552","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/lotier-cornicule-lotus-corniculatus-brin-fleurs-gousses-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787501884"},{"product_id":"100-graines-dhysope-anisee","title":"Anise Hyssop Seeds (Agastache foeniculum)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAgastache foeniculum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnise hyssop, fennel-leaved agastache, anise mint, blue giant hyssop: not to be confused with true hyssop, with which it is not even closely related. Native to the prairies of North America, its crinkled foliage gives off a surprisingly intense anise and licorice scent, and its blue-violet flower spikes are a magnet for bees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowerful anise fragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e highly aromatic foliage, somewhere between anise and licorice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlue-violet flower spikes:\u003c\/strong\u003e long, upright flowering stems from July to September, reaching approximately 80 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e it returns every year and readily self-seeds.\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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e ordinary, light, and well-drained. It tolerates poor soil and drought once established, but strongly dislikes stagnant moisture in winter, its main cause of loss. No fertilization needed.\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, in pots, then transplant. A short period of cold improves the uniformity of germination but is not essential. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 a bed, border, or herb garden, spacing plants 40 cm apart. In heavy soil, plant on a slight mound.\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, avoiding excess moisture. Cut back the clump at the end of winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet a few flower spikes go to seed: it self-seeds and establishes itself for the long term.\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 before flowering, when their aroma is at its strongest. Harvest the flowers as they open; they dry very well.\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 \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003etrue lavender\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/40-graines-de-sauge-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecommon sage\u003c\/a\u003e in an herb garden. Its upright form pairs well with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/100-graines-dechinacee-pourpre-echinacea-purpurea\"\u003epurple coneflower\u003c\/a\u003e, its fellow native of the American prairies.\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 and bumblebees in the entire summer garden: its flower spikes literally buzz from morning to evening throughout two months of flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds feed goldfinches in autumn if the flower stems are left in place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts drought tolerance makes it a good candidate for \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eIts leaves flavor salads, desserts, drinks, and infusions; its edible flowers make a lovely garnish for plates. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-comestibles-semis-recolte-utilisation\"\u003eedible flowers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA plant traditionally used for a long time by the peoples of the Great Plains. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 spikes turn brown and dry completely on the plant, then rub them over a container: the tiny black seeds will come loose from the calyxes. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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, 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\u003eGive your bees one of their favorite plants with these anise hyssop seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50205473866061,"sku":"3760335362545","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/hysope-anisee-agastache-foeniculum-pied-fleuri-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787323026"},{"product_id":"15-graines-de-robinier-faux-acacia","title":"Black Locust Seeds (Robinia pseudoacacia)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRobinia pseudoacacia\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack locust, false acacia, acacia (incorrectly), carob tree, bastard locust: imported from North America at the beginning of the 17th century by Jean Robin, gardener to Henry IV, it gave its name to the genus. One of the trees he planted in Paris is still alive in René-Viviani Square — it is the oldest tree in the capital. It is also the tree behind the famous “acacia honey,” which therefore has nothing to do with true acacias.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMajor nectar-producing bloom:\u003c\/strong\u003e long, highly fragrant white clusters in May–June, which produce acacia honey.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery rapid growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e it reaches 20 to 30 metres and produces usable wood in just a few years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRot-resistant wood:\u003c\/strong\u003e naturally resistant to decay without any treatment, it is the European alternative to exotic woods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrogen fixer:\u003c\/strong\u003e as a legume, it enriches the poor soils where it becomes established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions — read before planting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInvasive non-native species:\u003c\/strong\u003e black locust spreads very vigorously through root suckers and quickly colonises open habitats. It appears on the lists of species requiring monitoring in several French regions. Do not plant it near natural areas, meadows or wild woodland edges, and plan to install a rhizome barrier or regularly monitor suckers if you grow it in the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e the bark, leaves, roots and seeds are toxic if ingested. Only the flowers are edible (as fritters). Keep the seeds out of reach of children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts branches bear sharp thorns: gloves are essential for pruning.\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 for rapid growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e virtually any type, including poor, sandy, stony or degraded soils, provided they are well drained. As a nitrogen fixer, it needs no fertiliser and thrives where other species fail. It mainly dislikes waterlogged soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e the seed coat is extremely hard. Lightly scarify the seeds with a file, or soak them in very hot water (not boiling) for 12 to 24 hours: the seeds that swell are ready to sow; repeat the process for the others. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003eCold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e can supplement the treatment. Then sow in spring in a deep pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose the final location carefully, taking its mature size and suckering into account: away from property boundaries, pipes and natural areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt reaches its full potential in short-rotation coppice for producing stakes: cut every 5 to 10 years, it regrows vigorously from the stump.\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 during the growth phase; afterward, it tolerates drought very well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor and remove suckers every year: this is the key to keeping it in place.\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 bloom is among the most nectar-rich of all: a single day of nectar flow can yield several kilograms of honey per hive, making it a key tree for beekeepers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike all legumes, it fixes atmospheric nitrogen and restores poor or eroded soils — see \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/sol-vivant-bacteries-champignons\"\u003ethe basics of living soil\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts vigour, an advantage in controlled planting, is also what makes it problematic in natural environments: reserve it for sites where you can contain it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWood:\u003c\/strong\u003e rot-resistant without treatment, it is ideal for fence posts, outdoor structures, decks and garden furniture — a local alternative to exotic woods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeekeeping:\u003c\/strong\u003e a leading honey tree in France.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil restoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e planting on degraded land, embankments and former quarries, where it fixes nitrogen and stabilises the ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts flowers are enjoyed as fritters, a traditional recipe from the countryside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs a symbol of vigour and adaptability, black locust embodies the ability to thrive on the most barren land. The tree planted by Jean Robin in 1601 is also a living witness to four centuries of Parisian history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts flat pods turn brown in autumn and often remain on the tree throughout the winter. Harvest them when dry, open them and store the seeds in a dry place: their hard seed coats ensure they remain viable for several years. Clearly label the packet, as these seeds are toxic. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, 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\u003eSale reserved for knowledgeable amateur gardeners capable of establishing this tree in a controlled setting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50205605298509,"sku":"3760335362736","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/robinier-faux-acacia-bonsai-ecorce-crevassee-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787488778"},{"product_id":"300-graines-de-pissenlit-dent-de-lion-taraxacum-officinale","title":"Dandelion Seeds (Taraxacum officinale)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTaraxacum officinale\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDandelion, lion’s tooth, lion’s tooth plant, golden florin, dog lettuce, monk’s crown: the much-maligned lawn weed is one of the garden’s most useful plants. Its taproot descends as far as a metre and brings up minerals inaccessible to other plants — and its flowering, one of the very first of the year, literally saves pollinators as they emerge from winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndestructible perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e once established, it returns every year without any care.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTriple use:\u003c\/strong\u003e leaves in salads, flowers in syrup, and roasted roots as a coffee substitute.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery early flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e from March onwards, when almost nothing else is in bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrought-resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e its long taproot allows it to draw water from deep underground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt self-seeds very effectively, with its feathery achenes travelling far on the wind. Cut off the faded flowers before they form their “clocks” if you do not want it to spread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts taproot makes it difficult to move once established: choose its location carefully.\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 light, fresh, well-drained, even poor soil. It adapts to almost anything, but deep, loose soil produces finer roots if those are what you are aiming for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in spring or autumn, directly in place or in pots, barely covering the seeds. Stratification is not required, but a cold period of 2 to 3 weeks improves the germination rate. Emergence in 10 to 20 days depending on the temperature. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 moderately; it withstands drought well once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe market gardener’s trick:\u003c\/strong\u003e to obtain tender, much less bitter leaves, cover the clump with an opaque upturned pot for two to three weeks before harvesting. The leaves blanch and become considerably milder.\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 young leaves in spring, before flowering: this is when they are at their most tender. Afterwards, the bitterness increases noticeably.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest the flowers in full sun, when fully open. Dig up the roots in autumn of the second year.\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 combines well with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/2500-graines-de-camomille-matricaire-plante-aromatique-medicinale-semences-paysannes\"\u003echamomile\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/1000-graines-d-ortie-sauvage-plante-amie-potager-legumes-semences-paysannes\"\u003enettle\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/1000-graines-dachillee-millefeuille-fleurs-medicinale-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003eyarrow\u003c\/a\u003e to create a corner of useful, nectar-rich wild plants. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-vivaces-comestibles\"\u003eour edible 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 flowering makes it a \u003cstrong\u003evital\u003c\/strong\u003e resource for the first pollinators of spring — bees, bumblebees emerging from hibernation, and early butterflies — at a time when almost nothing else is available. This is the number one reason not to mow in March.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts deep root loosens the soil and brings minerals up from the lower layers for the benefit of neighbouring plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds feed goldfinches and other seed-eating birds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYoung leaves in salads, traditionally with bacon and a poached egg. Flowers in syrup or jelly — the famous cramaillotte, or “dandelion honey”. Roasted roots as a coffee substitute. Flower buds pickled like capers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional medicinal plant, listed in the French Pharmacopoeia. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eA symbol of freedom, perseverance and hope, the dandelion evokes the wishes we blow into the wind — a universal childhood gesture that is also, quite literally, its dispersal strategy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNothing could be easier: pick the “clocks”, those fluffy spheres, just before they blow away, and detach the achenes from their tufts. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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. 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It was once said that one should never cut it without asking its permission, and its soft pith was used by children to make blowpipes and whistles. In the garden, it is a cornerstone of productive hedgerows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenerous shrub:\u003c\/strong\u003e deciduous, it reaches 4 to 6 metres with a spreading shape and rapid growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighly fragrant flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e large creamy-white flower heads with a characteristic musky fragrance, in May and June.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbundant fruiting:\u003c\/strong\u003e clusters of glossy black berries at the end of 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\u003eRaw berries must not be eaten:\u003c\/strong\u003e they must always be cooked before use. Raw, they cause digestive problems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe leaves, bark and stems must not be eaten either. Only the flowers and cooked berries are used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not confuse black elder with dwarf elder (\u003cem\u003eSambucus ebulus\u003c\/em\u003e), a low herbaceous plant with upright berries that is genuinely toxic: black elder is a woody shrub whose clusters droop when ripe.\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 sun or partial shade; it is not demanding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, cool to moist and well drained. It particularly favours nitrogen-rich, deep soils—which is why it is often found near old farms and manure heaps. Adding compost benefits it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 to 12 weeks of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e is necessary (seeds mixed with damp sand in the refrigerator). Then sow in spring, in pots or directly in the ground.\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 the first two years; afterwards, the shrub becomes self-sufficient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune at the end of winter to rejuvenate it: it regrows very easily, even after severe pruning.\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 in dry, sunny weather, when their fragrance is at its strongest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest the berries when they are fully black and soft, in whole clusters, then strip them from the stems with a fork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlanted near the vegetable garden, it attracts beneficial birds that regulate pests. It combines well with ferns, comfrey or soft fruit in a productive hedgerow. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable combinations for the 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 most nourishing shrubs for wildlife: its berries feed more than twenty bird species at the end of summer, when they are building up their migratory reserves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts broad, flat flower heads are highly accessible to short-tongued insects: hoverflies, beetles and small solitary bees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts rapid growth makes it an ideal pioneer species for establishing a living country hedgerow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowers in syrup, sparkling lemonade or fritters; berries \u003cstrong\u003ecooked only\u003c\/strong\u003e in jellies, syrups and wines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA major traditional medicinal plant of the European countryside. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eA protective tree in European traditions, elder was planted near houses to ward off bad luck. In Scandinavian folklore, it sheltered the “Elder Mother”, whose permission had to be obtained before pruning a branch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrush the ripe berries in a little water, leave them to ferment for two days, then rinse them: the healthy seeds sink to the bottom. Dry them before winter stratification. Birds also do a remarkably effective job of spreading it on their own. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 systems 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, 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\u003ePlant a cornerstone of a productive hedgerow with these black elder seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51653714411853,"sku":"3760335363146","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/sureau-noir-rameau-fleuri-ombelle-blanche-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787507281"},{"product_id":"30-graines-de-grande-mauve-malva-sylvestris","title":"Common Mallow Seeds (Malva sylvestris)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMalva sylvestris\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon mallow, wild mallow, woodland mallow, sylvan mallow: this plant of banks and roadsides is one of the oldest cultivated plants in Europe. Pliny the Elder already recommended it, and the Romans commonly ate it as a leafy vegetable long before it became ornamental. Today, it is returning to gardens for what it truly is: an all-purpose plant—beautiful, edible, and loved by pollinators.\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 purplish-mauve flowers veined with dark markings, from June to September and sometimes beyond if the weather remains mild.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenerous habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 1.20 m depending on conditions, with a natural, countryside feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible life cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e naturally perennial, it is often grown as a biennial or annual depending on the climate, and self-seeds.\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 readily tolerates light shade, unlike many summer flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light and well drained, including chalky or poor soil. It flowers better in lean soil than in rich soil, where it mainly produces foliage and becomes more susceptible to rust. No fertilization needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e no stratification required. Sow directly in place from March to June, or in pots under cover from February onward. As its taproot does not tolerate late transplanting well, sowing in place is preferable. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLittle maintenance is required. Keep the plants well ventilated to limit rust, their only real weakness, and avoid wetting the foliage when watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow a few plants to go to seed: they will return on their own year after 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\u003ePick the young leaves in spring, before flowering, when they are at their most tender. Harvest the flowers as they open, in dry weather.\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 colourful, pollinator-friendly garden with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/150-graines-de-soucis-fleurs-amis-jardins-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003emarigold\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/100-graines-de-bleuet-fleurs-plante-mellifere-jardin-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecornflower\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/50-graines-de-bourrache-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecommon borage\u003c\/a\u003e. Sown along the edge of the vegetable garden, it attracts bees and bumblebees to the crops. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-au-potager\"\u003ecombining flowers with vegetables\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 feeds bees and bumblebees throughout the long summer season, often until autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike all plants in the mallow family, it is a host plant for butterfly caterpillars, particularly the Painted Lady, a migratory species that crosses the Mediterranean every year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds feed small granivorous 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\u003eThe flowers and young leaves are edible: the leaves can be prepared like spinach or naturally thicken soups, while the colourful petals decorate salads and desserts. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-comestibles-semis-recolte-utilisation\"\u003eedible flowers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA plant traditionally used in infusions since antiquity. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eMallow symbolises gentleness and protection. It was once planted near homes to soothe tensions within the household, and its colour eventually gave its name to an entire shade in our language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWait until the small, round wheel-shaped fruits turn brown and dry on the plant, then detach them: each one separates into segments containing a seed. Mallow also self-seeds so generously that it returns on its own every year. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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, 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\u003eAn all-purpose plant, beautiful in the garden and precious in the kitchen, worth sowing without hesitation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51677506928973,"sku":"3760335363184","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/grande-mauve-tige-fleurie-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1787865335"},{"product_id":"50-graines-de-bugrane-epineuse-ononis-spinosa","title":"Spiny Restharrow Seeds (Ononis Spinosa)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOnonis spinosa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpiny restharrow, bullock’s bane, ox-stopper: its most evocative nickname comes from the farming world of the past—its roots were so deep and tenacious that they literally blocked the plough and brought draught oxen to a halt. A small, understated perennial with remarkably formidable roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall veined pink flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e pink papilionaceous corollas striped with purple, from June to September.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpiny growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e stems armed with thorns, forming a low clump 30 to 60 cm tall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional rooting:\u003c\/strong\u003e its roots descend very deeply, making it practically indestructible and valuable for stabilizing soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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\u003eIts stems bear sharp thorns: wear gloves when handling it or weeding nearby.\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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, dry, sandy or stony, moderately calcareous and well drained. As a legume, it fixes its own nitrogen and needs no fertilizer. It thrives in dry meadows and sunny banks where few plants can survive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 to 6 weeks of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e is recommended (damp sand in the refrigerator). Then sow in a deep pot or directly in place, in spring or autumn. Be patient: germination is slow, taking 3 to 5 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\u003eTransplant it while young into its permanent position, using a deep pot: its taproot makes any later transplanting impossible.\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 once established. No watering or pruning: this is a plant that looks after itself for years.\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 combines well with dry-soil perennials such as \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/40-graines-de-sauge-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecommon sage\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003etrue lavender\u003c\/a\u003e. As a legume, it enriches the soil for neighboring plants. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eIts flowers are visited by bees and especially bumblebees, which are strong enough to force open the closed corolla.\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 remarkably stabilize light soils and sloping ground 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\u003eNatural meadows, dry rock gardens, banks to be stabilized, and borders of medicinal plant gardens. A traditional medicinal plant. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eA symbol of resilience and protection, owing to its defensive thorns and tenacious roots that stopped ploughs—a plant that does not yield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few flowers to form their small pods, then harvest them when brown and dry—with gloves—before they open. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eSow the plant that stopped ploughs, and stabilize your banks for the long term.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51677591273805,"sku":"3760335363191","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/bugrane-epineuse-rameau-fleuri-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788249958"},{"product_id":"600-graines-de-julienne-des-dames-hesperis-matronalis","title":"Dame’s Rocket Seeds (Hesperis matronalis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHesperis matronalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDame’s rocket, violet dame’s rocket, evening stock, dame’s gillyflower: its genus name comes from the Greek \u003cem\u003ehesperos\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning evening—and for good reason. Discreately scented during the day, it releases a sweet fragrance reminiscent of lilac at dusk, perfuming the entire garden. A plant to place near a window or terrace where you spend time in the evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvening fragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e a sweet scent that intensifies at dusk—its true signature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenerous flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e clusters of pale mauve to white flowers, from spring to early summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBiennial to short-lived perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e it self-seeds readily and establishes itself for the long term.\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; cool partial shade suits it particularly well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e moist, humus-rich and well drained, preferably neutral to alkaline. It thrives in woodland-edge soils that remain cool in summer and suffers from prolonged drought. An addition of compost is beneficial.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 to 4 weeks of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e improves germination. Sow from March to May, directly in place or in a nursery bed, for flowering the following year. Germination in 10 to 20 days at 15–20°C.\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 the rosettes in autumn to their final location, spacing them 40 cm apart, preferably near a passageway where their evening fragrance can be enjoyed.\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, without excess. Remove faded flowers to extend flowering, leaving a few flower stems for natural 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\u003eIt pairs well with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/1000-graines-de-digitale-pourpre-fleurs-ornementale-semences-paysannes\"\u003efoxglove\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/600-graines-de-campanule-carillon-campanula-medium\"\u003eCanterbury bells\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/70-graines-de-nigelle-de-damas-nigella-damascena\"\u003eLove-in-a-mist\u003c\/a\u003e in a cottage garden. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 nocturnal fragrance is not merely ornamental: it specifically attracts moths and hawk moths, valuable wildlife that is rarely provided for in gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring the day, its flowers are frequently visited by bees and daytime butterflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike all brassicas, it is a host plant for caterpillars, particularly those of the orange-tip butterfly.\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, flower meadows and natural gardens. Its flowers are edible in small quantities and make an attractive decoration for salads. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTraditionally associated with fidelity and understated beauty, it was once given to women as a tribute to their natural grace—hence its name, “dame’s rocket.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few flower stems to form their long seed pods, then harvest them once they are brown and dry, before they open. It also readily self-seeds. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 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\u003eGive yourself a garden that fills the air with fragrance at dusk.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51677894607181,"sku":"3760335363207","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/julienne-des-dames-pied-fond-blanc-detoure-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788274584"},{"product_id":"500-graines-dalysse-odorante-rosie-oday-lobularia-maritima","title":"Rosie O'Day Sweet Alyssum Seeds (Lobularia maritima)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLobularia maritima\u003c\/em\u003e “Rosie O'Day”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweet alyssum, seaside alyssum, sea lobularia, silver basket: this small ground-covering plant gives off such a pronounced honey fragrance that it is often detected by scent before it is seen. The “Rosie O'Day” selection offers a vivid pink version with a slight violet tint, brighter than the classic white.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHoney fragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e its sweet, delicate scent fills borders and windowsills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e a dense mat 10 to 15 cm tall, ideal for borders, rock gardens, or pots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery floriferous:\u003c\/strong\u003e it literally covers itself with flowers for months.\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, essential for abundant flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, poor to average, and especially well drained — this is a plant of shorelines and sandy soils. It tolerates dry conditions and alkaline soil, but does not tolerate stagnant moisture. No fertilization is necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in place in spring, or under cover from February onward. No stratification: germination is quick, taking 8 to 15 days at 15–20 °C. Barely cover the seeds. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 moderately. Trim back lightly after the first flush of flowers to encourage a second one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is an excellent companion plant for the vegetable garden: sown at the base of lettuces, radishes, or cabbages, it attracts hoverflies, whose larvae devour aphids. It also pairs well with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/15-graines-de-capucine-naine-fleurs-jardins-amie-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003edwarf nasturtium\u003c\/a\u003e. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 tiny clustered flowers are particularly accessible to small short-tongued pollinators: hoverflies, micro-hymenopterans, and solitary bees, which are often overlooked by large flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts very long flowering period makes it a reliable resource for almost the entire season, a real asset for beneficial garden insects.\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, windowsills, balconies, pots, and decorative ground cover. Perfect for sensory gardens thanks to its fragrance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSweet alyssum has historically been associated with gentleness and peace. Its soothing fragrance made it a favorite in old monastery gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet a few flower stems develop their small round seed pods, then harvest them once they are brown and dry, before they open. Sweet alyssum sometimes self-seeds from one year to the next. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 sort and package them with care, without any chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to save seed, year after year, from seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSales reserved for home gardeners seeking quality and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51781627117901,"sku":"3760335363474","price":5.69,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/alysse-odorante-rosie-o-day-fond-blanc-semisauvage-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1788261010"},{"product_id":"80-graines-de-coronille-bigarree-securigera-varia","title":"Crown Vetch Seeds (Securigera varia)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSecurigera varia\u003c\/em\u003e (syn. \u003cem\u003eCoronilla varia\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon crown vetch, variable crown vetch, variegated crown vetch, variegated sainfoin: its pink-and-white umbels, arranged in perfect crowns—hence the name of the genus, from the Latin \u003cem\u003ecorona\u003c\/em\u003e—cover banks and roadsides all summer long. A remarkably robust ground-covering legume, capable of greening even the most inhospitable ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-tone umbels:\u003c\/strong\u003e pale pink to bright pink flowers shaded with white, grouped in crowns, all summer long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDense ground cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 50 cm tall, it spreads generously and carpets the ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrogen fixer:\u003c\/strong\u003e as a legume, it naturally enriches poor soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e hardy down to -20 °C and remarkably drought-tolerant.\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\u003eAll parts of the plant are toxic if ingested\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially the seeds: they contain cardiotonic glycosides. It is particularly dangerous to horses. Do not plant it in pasture or near an equestrian enclosure, and keep the seeds out of children’s reach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts spreading root system makes it highly expansive: reserve it for banks, land to be revegetated, or areas where its spread is desirable.\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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e virtually any type, even poor, stony, or chalky soil, as long as it is well drained. As a nitrogen fixer, it needs no fertilizer and thrives where few plants can survive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in spring or autumn. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003eCold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e for 2 to 3 weeks improves germination. Watering is only necessary during establishment.\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 once established. Annual mowing in late summer is enough to contain its spread and rejuvenate it.\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 fits into meadow mixes with grasses and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/1000-graines-dachillee-millefeuille-fleurs-medicinale-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003eyarrow\u003c\/a\u003e, or can be used as green manure on poor soil. See \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/engrais-verts-comment-quand-pourquoi\"\u003egreen manures\u003c\/a\u003e and our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/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 very long summer period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is a host plant for the caterpillars of several butterflies, particularly blues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts dense root system effectively stabilizes banks and combats erosion, while enriching the soil 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\u003eGreen manure on poor or fallow soils, stabilization of sloping ground, wildflower meadows, and country borders. 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