{"title":"New Arrivals","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLooking for something new in the garden? Explore our latest seeds and unique varieties. The perfect opportunity to test, innovate, and evolve your permaculture vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"6-graines-de-letchi-de-chine","title":"6 Chinese Lychee Seeds (Litchi chinensis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLitchi chinensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLychee, litchi, Chinese cherry, Chinese quenette: cultivated in southern China for over two thousand years, it was so highly prized at the imperial court that relay riders transported the fresh fruit hundreds of kilometres. Beneath its red, scaly skin lies translucent white flesh with an incomparable floral fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrant fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e small, round berries with red, scaly skin and sweet, floral, translucent white flesh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e glossy green compound leaves, decorative all year round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge tree:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 to 20 metres in tropical climates, much more modest when grown in a container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeautiful houseplant:\u003c\/strong\u003e even without producing fruit, its glossy foliage makes it an attractive potted plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant — sow upon receipt:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLychee seeds are considered \u003cstrong\u003erecalcitrant\u003c\/strong\u003e: they do not tolerate drying out and lose their germination capacity within just a few days. This is the most important characteristic of this species — \u003cstrong\u003esow them as soon as you receive them\u003c\/strong\u003e, without waiting for the warmer season. A lychee seed cannot be stored.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA strictly tropical plant: it cannot tolerate any frost. In our climates, it must be grown in a pot, conservatory or heated greenhouse, with the option of placing it outdoors in summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA plant grown from seed takes many years to produce fruit, and fruiting remains exceptional outside the tropics: grow it first for its curiosity value and foliage.\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 bright light, with warmth and high atmospheric humidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, humus-rich, \u003cstrong\u003eacidic\u003c\/strong\u003e and well drained. It dislikes lime, both in the soil and in irrigation water: rainwater is preferable. A mixture of ericaceous compost, potting soil and sand works well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e no stratification — this is a tropical species. Sow the seed flat, 2 cm deep, in a consistently warm and moist growing medium, between \u003cstrong\u003e25 and 30 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e. A mini greenhouse or plastic film is very helpful. Germination in 2 to 4 weeks. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepot gradually into increasingly larger pots, never allowing the roots to become cramped or sit in water. Good drainage at the bottom of the pot is essential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts fine foliage and branched growth habit make it well suited to being trained as an indoor bonsai — see our guide \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/creer-un-bonsai-a-partir-d-une-graine-guide\"\u003ecreating a bonsai from a seed\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 with non-calcareous water, without overwatering: lychee is just as sensitive to drying out as it is to stagnant water, which causes its roots to rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMist the foliage, especially in winter in a heated room. Overwinter it in warmth and light, never below 15 °C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn its native range, its small yellowish flowers, grouped in panicles, are extremely attractive to bees: lychee honey is renowned in Asia and on Réunion Island.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrown in a pot without any treatments, it fits perfectly into a permaculture-managed conservatory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit eaten fresh, in fruit salads, sorbets or exotic desserts. In our climates, it is above all a beautiful ornamental plant with evergreen foliage and a botanical curiosity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn China, lychee symbolises love, beauty and prosperity. It is associated with Yang Guifei, an imperial concubine of the eighth century whose passion for this fruit sent riders racing throughout the empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRemove the shiny stone from a fully ripe fruit, clean it thoroughly of all flesh and \u003cstrong\u003esow it immediately\u003c\/strong\u003e: as a reminder, lychee seeds can only be kept for a few days. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose 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 sow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA seed to sow without delay, and tropical foliage all year round.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50195991691597,"sku":"3760335362651","price":4.94,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/litchi-chinensis-cluster-fond-blanc-photo-realiste.png?v=1728208567"},{"product_id":"6-graines-de-lotus-sacre-nelumbo-nucifera","title":"6 Sacred Lotus Seeds (Nelumbo nucifera)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNelumbo nucifera\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriental lotus, Indian lotus, lotus flower: this aquatic plant fascinates with a unique characteristic in the plant world. Its seeds are among the longest-lived ever observed, with some germinating after more than a millennium buried in Asian sediments. Venerated since antiquity, it deserves a prime place in any garden pond.\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 large, fragrant flowers with cup-shaped petals in shades of pink, white, or red, from July to September.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemarkable foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e its large, round leaves rise above the water and are so water-repellent that droplets roll across them like pearls — a phenomenon scientists have named the “lotus effect.”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e its rhizome survives the winter if it remains frost-free, beneath a sufficient depth of water.\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, at least 6 hours a day — this is the key to successful flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e heavy clay-based soil, without peat or lightweight compost that would rise to the surface. Avoid overly fibrous commercial potting mixes: clay-rich garden soil is perfectly suitable. Submerge the container under 10 to 40 cm of water, depending on the plant’s vigor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e the seed coat is extremely hard: scarify it (make a small notch with a file, without touching the pale kernel), then soak it in lukewarm water, replacing the water every day. The seeds swell and then germinate within one to three weeks. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant young plants into an aquatic basket filled with clay-rich soil, covered with a layer of gravel to prevent the soil from clouding the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove yellowing leaves as they appear. In cold regions, lower the basket to the deepest part of the pond to protect the rhizome from frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the same pond, it grows well alongside the \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-nenuphar-blanc-nymphaea-pubescens\"\u003ewhite water lily\u003c\/a\u003e, which occupies the floating layer while the lotus rises above the water — a combination that diversifies the vegetation layers.\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 leaves shade the water’s surface, limiting algae growth and regulating the pond’s temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts submerged stems provide shelter for dragonfly larvae, young fish, and other small pond inhabitants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts flowers attract many pollinators, especially beetles, the lotus’s historical pollinators. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/bases-permaculture\"\u003ethe basics of permaculture\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe seeds, young leaves, and rhizomes are edible and used in many traditional Asian dishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sacred Lotus is one of the most emblematic symbols of Buddhism and Hinduism, associated with purity and spiritual awakening: the flower emerges intact and immaculate from the mud without ever becoming soiled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter flowering, leave the watering-can-shaped seed pods to dry on the plant until they turn brown and tip toward the water. Then collect the black seeds they contain: once thoroughly dried, they can be stored for an exceptionally long time. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rates, 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":50196006175053,"sku":"3760335362644","price":8.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/Captured_ecran2024-10-02a10.54.42.png?v=1727859316"},{"product_id":"20-graines-de-citrouille-koshare","title":"20 Koshare Pumpkin Seeds (Cucurbita maxima)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucurbita maxima\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKoshare pumpkin, Koshare winter squash: it belongs to the species \u003cem\u003eCucurbita maxima\u003c\/em\u003e, known for its thick-fleshed, sweet winter squash — much better for cooking than classic Halloween pumpkins, which are often watery and bland. A fruit that is both spectacular on an autumn table and truly delicious on the plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge fruits:\u003c\/strong\u003e large size, thick skin, and bright orange, dense, sweet flesh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-purpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e as decorative in autumn as it is delicious in the kitchen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e thanks to its thick skin, it keeps for several months in a dry place.\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, with plenty of warmth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e deep, loose, moist, and above all \u003cstrong\u003every rich\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is the decisive factor. Squash are extremely hungry feeders: plant them on a pile of mature compost or add plenty of organic matter. However, they do not tolerate stagnant water around the crown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in pots under cover from April onward (20–25 °C), 2–3 cm deep, placing the seed on its edge to prevent it from rotting. Transplant after the last frosts. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant with generous spacing, 1.5 to 2 metres apart: the stems spread a long way. Apply a thick mulch to retain moisture and keep the fruits clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly and generously at the base, without wetting the foliage (risk of powdery mildew).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTip: limit each plant to 2 or 3 fruits and pinch out the stem after the last one, to produce much larger, better-ripened squash.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace a tile or board beneath each fruit to isolate it from the damp soil.\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 before the first frosts, when the stem is thoroughly corky and dry. Cut the fruit while leaving 5 cm of stem: without it, the squash rots quickly. Leave it to dry in the sun for about ten days before storing it in a dry place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTogether with corn and beans, it forms the Native American “Three Sisters” trio: the corn provides support, the beans fix nitrogen, and the squash covers the soil and suppresses weeds. Nearby \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/15-graines-de-capucine-naine-fleurs-jardins-amie-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003edwarf nasturtiums\u003c\/a\u003e divert aphids. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts immense yellow flowers, which open early in the morning, provide an abundant resource for bees and bumblebees during the warmer months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts spreading foliage covers the soil, protects it from drying out, and shelters beneficial soil organisms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoups, gratins, purées, pies, and preserves; its seeds can be roasted. As a decoration, it is perfect for autumn and Halloween displays.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaving your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTake the seeds from a fully ripe fruit, rinse them to remove the pulp, and dry them flat for several days. Please note: \u003cem\u003eCucurbita maxima\u003c\/em\u003e cross-pollinate easily with one another — isolate your seed plant if you grow other winter squash of the same species. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save 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 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 sow, 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":50196026294605,"sku":"3760335362637","price":4.84,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/Captured_ecran2024-10-02a11.02.58.png?v=1727859797"},{"product_id":"35-graines-de-tournesol-mexicain","title":"35 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 relative, 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 1.50 to 2 meters in a single season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy and easy to grow:\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 for 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 much produces lush 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 outdoors after the last frosts. Cover the seeds lightly. Do not soak or stratify. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant after the frosts, spacing plants 50 to 60 cm apart: the plant becomes quite 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; 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 pairs well with \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/150-graines-de-rose-mystique-zinnia-fleurs-semences-paysannes\"\u003ezinnia\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/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=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-au-potager\"\u003ecombining flowers in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is one of the best butterfly plants available: 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 resistance to heat makes it a good candidate for \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-resistantes-secheresse-graines\"\u003ewater-wise gardens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack of a flower bed, temporary summer hedge, vegetable garden border, or cut flower: cut the stems at the end of the day; they keep well in a vase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollecting 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 shell them by hand: the elongated, angular seeds come away easily. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSales reserved for home 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\/Capture_d_ecran_2024-10-02_a_10.09.30.png?v=1727856598"},{"product_id":"250-graines-dalpiste-des-canaries","title":"250 Canary Grass Seeds (Phalaris canariensis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhalaris canariensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanary grass, canary grass herb, phalaris: native to the Canary Islands and the Mediterranean Basin, this annual grass has been cultivated for centuries for its seeds, historically a staple food for caged birds. In the garden, its pale green, dense and compact ovoid spikes also have genuine ornamental value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact spikes:\u003c\/strong\u003e pale green ovoid inflorescences turning straw-blond at maturity, with a highly graphic appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNutrient-rich seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e small, oval and rich, they are the standard food for birds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRapid growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e an easy annual grass, forming dense cover within a few weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, well-drained, ordinary soil. Undemanding, it tolerates poor soils but appreciates soil that remains cool while the seeds are developing. No special fertilization required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e no stratification. Sow in spring, directly in the ground or in a pot, broadcast or in rows, covering lightly. Water regularly until germination. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly to maintain soil moisture during growth. No other care is required.\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 spikes when they have turned blond and the seeds come loose when rubbed. Cut the stems, dry them in bunches in a sheltered place, then remove the seeds by hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor dried bouquets, cut the spikes while they are still green, before full maturity.\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 combines well with other ornamental grasses such as \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/200-graines-de-lagure-ovale-queue-de-lievre-lagurus-ovatus\"\u003ehare's-tail grass\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-grande-brize-herbe-graminee-plante-jardin-ancien-semences-paysannes\"\u003egreater quaking grass\u003c\/a\u003e, in a meadow or dried bouquet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs a temporary cover crop, it occupies the soil and limits weeds — see \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/engrais-verts-comment-quand-pourquoi\"\u003egreen manures\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeft standing, it directly feeds wild seed-eating birds in the garden — goldfinches, greenfinches and sparrows — without the need for a bird feeder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts dense cover shelters soil-dwelling microfauna and 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\u003eSeed production for birds, temporary ground cover, ornamental meadow and dried bouquets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNothing could be simpler: the harvest is all it takes. Keep some of your seeds to sow again the following year — a self-sustaining cycle that saves you from buying birdseed mixes. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduce your own bird food, season after season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50196256522573,"sku":"3760335362613","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/petit-champ-alpiste-des-canaries-photo-realiste.png?v=1727863874"},{"product_id":"20-graines-de-mais-ornemental-amero","title":"20 Ornamental Corn Seeds Amero (Zea mays)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eZea mays\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmero ornamental corn, decorative corn, jewel corn: each cob is a surprise. Since pollen from one plant fertilizes the silks of another, a single cob bears kernels in different colors—red, yellow, purple, sometimes pearlescent or marbled. No two are quite alike, and that is what gives them their decorative charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulticolored cobs:\u003c\/strong\u003e red, yellow, and purple kernels on the same cob, with shades that are always different.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraphic growth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e tall stalks that structure a flower bed or create a summer plant screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-lasting storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e once dried, the cobs retain their colors for years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun, with plenty of warmth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, loose, moist, and well drained. Corn is a very nitrogen-hungry plant, so a generous addition of compost is genuinely beneficial. Wait until the soil has warmed to at least 15 °C; sowing in cold soil will cause the seeds to rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e no stratification. Sow directly in the ground after the last frosts, at a depth of 3 cm. Important: sow \u003cstrong\u003ein a block of several closely spaced rows\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than in a single line—corn is wind-pollinated, and an isolated row produces cobs that are half empty. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly, especially during flowering and cob formation, when a lack of water directly results in missing kernels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarth up the base of the plants to stabilize them: their adventitious roots will anchor themselves in the soil.\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 late, when the husks are thoroughly dry and papery and the kernels are hard. Peel back the leaves to form a pretty collar, then hang the cobs to dry 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\u003eIt forms the pillar of the Native American “three sisters” combination with squash and beans: it serves as a living trellis, the beans fix the nitrogen it needs so much, and the squash covers the soil. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/20-graines-de-citrouille-koshare\"\u003eKoshare pumpkin\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts tall stalks create shelter and shade appreciated by beneficial insects in the vegetable garden during the height of summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts kernels, left on the stalks or put outside in winter, feed 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\u003eAutumn decorations, arrangements, wreaths, and dried bouquets. Whole cobs can be hung up or placed in a basket as a seasonal table decoration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaving your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShell a thoroughly dry cob by hand. Caution: corn crosses very easily with all other corn varieties within several hundred meters, as it is wind-pollinated. To keep the variety pure, isolate your seed plants or stagger the flowering dates. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the 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 restore gardeners’ ability to resow, year after year, 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":50205437395277,"sku":"3760335362606","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/Captured_ecran2024-10-02a10.11.25.png?v=1727856767"},{"product_id":"15-graines-de-pois-de-senteur-cupid-pink","title":"15 Cupid Pink Sweet Pea Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLathyrus odoratus\u003c\/em\u003e “Cupid Pink”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweet pea, sweet pea, musky pea: this flower owes its popularity to a 17th-century Sicilian monk, Francesco Cupani, who sent the first seeds across Europe. The “Cupid Pink” selection offers a dwarf, compact version with the same fragrance but no need for support—ideal for balconies.\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 soft pink flowers with a sweet, gentle fragrance, one of the most sought-after scents in the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDwarf variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e compact growth requiring no staking, perfect for pots, window boxes, or borders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent as a cut flower:\u003c\/strong\u003e the more you pick, the more it reblooms.\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\u003eSweet pea seeds are not edible\u003c\/strong\u003e: despite their striking resemblance to garden peas, they are toxic if ingested. Never confuse them with vegetable peas, clearly label your seed packets, and keep them out of reach of children.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny, with cool conditions around the base—it enjoys sunshine but suffers in heatwaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, deep, moist, and well-drained, preferably alkaline. As a legume, it does not need nitrogen, but it benefits from deeply worked soil for its taproot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e soak the seeds in lukewarm water for 12 to 24 hours before sowing, as their seed coat is hard. Sow in deep pots from February to March, or directly in the ground after the last frosts. Pinch out young plants after 3 pairs of leaves to encourage branching. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly, especially when grown in pots: sweet peas dislike drying out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut the flowers regularly and remove developing pods: as soon as the plant sets seed, it stops flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs a legume, it fixes nitrogen and enriches the soil in its window box or flower bed. It pairs well with \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/500-graines-dalysse-odorante-rosie-oday-lobularia-maritima\"\u003esweet alyssum\u003c\/a\u003e in a fragrant balcony arrangement.\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 especially popular with bumblebees, which are powerful enough to open their closed, “boat-shaped” corolla.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike all legumes, it naturally enriches the soil through its root nodules.\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: balconies, window boxes, borders, and especially bouquets, where its fragrance works wonders indoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSweet peas symbolize delicate pleasures and tender farewells. In the Victorian language of flowers, they were given to say, “Thank you for a pleasant time.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few pods to form at the end of the season and turn completely brown on the plant, then harvest them before they burst open. Clearly label the packet: these seeds are not for consumption. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Commitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for 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":50205456826701,"sku":"3760335362590","price":4.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/Capture_d_ecran_2024-10-02_a_10.59.37.png?v=1727859609"},{"product_id":"100-graines-de-pied-dalouette-nain","title":"100 Dwarf Larkspur Seeds (Consolida ajacis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eConsolida ajacis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGarden larkspur, rocket larkspur, delphinium: its botanical name comes from the Greek \u003cem\u003edelphis\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning dolphin, because the flower bud resembles its silhouette before opening. Its French name comes from the slender spur at the back of each flower, which evokes a lark’s claw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColorful spikes:\u003c\/strong\u003e blue, pink, or white flowers grouped on upright spikes in summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDwarf variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e compact growth ideal for borders and small spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnnual:\u003c\/strong\u003e not to be confused with perennial delphiniums, it completes its life cycle in a single season and self-seeds.\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, which contain alkaloids. Do not consume them under any circumstances, and keep them out of reach of children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash your hands after handling, as the sap may irritate sensitive skin.\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 abundant flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e ordinary, light, cool, and well-drained, preferably alkaline. It dislikes heavy soil and stagnant moisture. Soil that is too rich produces weak stems that flop: do not overfertilize.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in place in autumn (for earlier and more vigorous flowering) or in spring, lightly covering the seeds: they germinate better in darkness and cool conditions. Its taproot does not tolerate transplanting well: avoid sowing in pots. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin to 20 cm apart. Water moderately. Remove faded flower spikes to prolong flowering, or leave a few to produce seeds.\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 upright form pairs well with meadow flowers such as \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-bleuet-fleurs-plante-mellifere-jardin-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecornflower\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/250-graines-de-coquelicot-sauvage-jardin-fleur-semences-paysannes\"\u003ewild poppy\u003c\/a\u003e, which share the same flowering period. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-au-potager\"\u003ecombining flowers in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts long, nectar-bearing spurred flowers are suited to long-tongued insects: bumblebees and butterflies are its main visitors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is part of the traditional community of cornfield flowers, now in sharp decline in the countryside.\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, and small spaces. An excellent cut flower, both fresh and dried: its spikes retain their color remarkably well in dried bouquets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few spikes to form their small follicles, then harvest them as soon as they turn brown and before they open. Handle the seeds carefully and label them clearly, given their toxicity. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, 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":50205463839053,"sku":"3760335362583","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/pied-d-alouette-nain-a-fleurs-doubles.jpg?v=1747309676"},{"product_id":"250-graines-de-paquerette","title":"250 Daisy Seeds (Bellis perennis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBellis perennis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerennial daisy, common daisy, Easter flower: its French name comes from its flowering period, which coincides with Easter, while its Latin name, \u003cem\u003eperennis\u003c\/em\u003e, reflects its remarkable longevity. It is the quintessential lawn flower, the one used by children to weave flower crowns, and is often pulled out even though it deserves to be left to establish itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery early flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e white flower heads with yellow centers from the end of winter, often as early as February–March, and into autumn in cool conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpreading perennial:\u003c\/strong\u003e it quickly spreads through rosettes to form attractive flowering carpets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e it tolerates foot traffic and mowing, making it ideal for a flowering lawn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e ordinary, moist, fairly rich, and well-drained. It appreciates soil that does not dry out completely in summer and tolerates somewhat heavy soils well—which is precisely why it thrives in compacted lawns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in place in spring or autumn, on the surface, as the seeds need light to germinate: do not cover them; simply press them down. No soaking or stratification. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractically none. In a lawn, simply raise the mowing height and mow less frequently in spring to let it flower.\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 very early flowering makes it a valuable resource for the first pollinators emerging from hibernation, at a time of year when almost nothing else is in bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaving daisies in a lawn transforms a sterile space into a refuge for wild bees and hoverflies—see \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/bases-permaculture\"\u003ethe basics of permaculture\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe flowers are edible and make a pretty addition to salads, with a slight nutty flavor. See our \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-comestibles-semis-recolte-utilisation\"\u003eedible flowers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn borders, flowering lawns, or meadows, it pairs well with other low-growing perennials.\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 dry on the plant, then rub them between your fingers over a container: the seeds are tiny. The daisy reseeds itself very generously and also spreads through its rosettes. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our 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 home gardeners seeking quality and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50205465968973,"sku":"3760335362576","price":4.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/paquerette-fleur-fond-blanc.png?v=1727085828"},{"product_id":"100-graines-de-lin-bright-eyes","title":"100 Bright Eyes Flax Seeds (Linum grandiflorum)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLinum grandiflorum\u003c\/em\u003e “Bright Eyes”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Bright Eyes” flax with large flowers: this selection plays on a striking contrast, with very pale pinkish-white petals centered by a dark red, almost black eye—hence its English name, “Bright Eyes.” Like all ornamental flax, each flower lasts only one morning, but flowering renews continuously throughout the summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-tone flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e pinkish-white with a dark red center, creating a very clean graphic effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAiry habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e slender stems and narrow foliage give borders a light, gently moving texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy and undemanding:\u003c\/strong\u003e a hardy annual that needs very little.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis species is strictly ornamental: unlike cultivated flax (\u003cem\u003eLinum usitatissimum\u003c\/em\u003e), its seeds are not intended for food consumption.\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—its flowers remain closed in cloudy weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, sandy, poor, and well drained. It dislikes heavy soils and stagnant moisture. Do not fertilize: in rich soil, the stems become elongated and flop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow directly in place in spring, barely covering the seeds. Its fragile root does not tolerate transplanting well: avoid sowing in pots. Stagger sowings every three weeks to extend flowering. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlmost none. Thin to 20 cm apart and water only during periods of severe drought.\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 light colors contrast beautifully with the vivid red of \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/150-graines-de-lin-a-grandes-fleurs-rouge-semences-paysannes\"\u003ered large-flowered flax\u003c\/a\u003e, and it creates lovely meadows with \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-bleuet-fleurs-plante-mellifere-jardin-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecornflower\u003c\/a\u003e. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-au-potager\"\u003ecombining flowers in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts flowers, which open each morning, provide nectar and pollen for bees and hoverflies throughout the warm season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds, left standing in autumn, feed small 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\u003eBorders, rock gardens, edging, and flower meadows. Its stems are also suitable for country-style bouquets when picked in bud.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllow the small round capsules to turn brown and dry completely on the plant, then gently crush them between your fingers over a container. Ornamental flax also readily self-seeds from one season to the next. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/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 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 sow, year after year, 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":50205467410765,"sku":"3760335362569","price":4.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/11zon_lin-bright-eyes-petales-blanc-bordeaux.webp?v=1727085856"},{"product_id":"150-graines-de-lotier-cornicule-lotus-corniculatus","title":"150 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, Our 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 grassland 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 dense, long-lasting ground cover.\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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e truly all types, including poor, dry, stony, or chalky soils — it is one of the most undemanding plants there is, capable of colonizing the most inhospitable embankments and roadsides. No fertilization needed: 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 raked soil, then firm it down. No soaking or stratification is necessary. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNone. It tolerates trampling, mowing, and drought without flinching, and returns 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\u003eIn a meadow mix with \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/1000-graines-de-trefle-blanc-plante-tres-mellifere-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ewhite clover\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/1500-graines-de-luzerne-plante-mellifere-engrais-vert-semences-paysannes\"\u003ealfalfa\u003c\/a\u003e, it forms a highly complete legume cover that durably enriches the soil. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/engrais-verts-comment-quand-pourquoi\"\u003egreen manures\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\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 particularly visited by bumblebees, which are strong enough to open its closed corolla.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts dense root system effectively stabilizes embankments and eroded soils — see \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/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 embankment 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 propel the seeds some distance away. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur commitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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\/11zon_lotier-cornicule-photo-fond-blanc.webp?v=1727085882"},{"product_id":"100-graines-dhysope-anisee","title":"100 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 crushed foliage releases a surprisingly intense scent of anise and licorice, while 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 spikes:\u003c\/strong\u003e long, upright flower stalks 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 because the seeds need light, in pots and then transplant. A short period of cold improves the evenness of germination but is not essential. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant into a flower 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 spikes go to seed: it will self-seed and establish itself permanently.\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 combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt has the same requirements as \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003etrue lavender\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/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=\"\/fi-intl\/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 spikes literally buzz from morning to evening throughout its two-month flowering period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds feed goldfinches in autumn if the flower stalks are left in place.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts drought tolerance makes it a good candidate for \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-resistantes-secheresse-graines\"\u003ewater-wise gardens\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts leaves flavor salads, desserts, drinks, and infusions; its edible flowers make a lovely garnish for plates. See our \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-comestibles-semis-recolte-utilisation\"\u003eedible flowers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA plant traditionally used for a long time by the peoples of the Great Plains. See our \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet a few spikes turn brown and dry completely on the plant, then rub them over a container: the tiny black seeds will come loose from the calyces. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Commitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for 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\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\/11zon_hysope-anisee-photo-fond-blanc.webp?v=1727085918"},{"product_id":"100-graines-dadonis-dete","title":"100 Summer Adonis Seeds (Adonis aestivalis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAdonis aestivalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSummer pheasant's eye, blood-drop flower, partridge's eye, quail rose: mythology tells that these scarlet flowers sprang from the blood of Adonis, mortally wounded by a boar—hence its name and that of “blood-drop flower.” Once a cornfield flower and now rare in our countryside, it deserves a place in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrilliant red:\u003c\/strong\u003e small scarlet flowers with black centers, creating a striking contrast in summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinely divided foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e airy and almost feathery, it highlights the flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e an annual that tolerates poor soils and dry summers.\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: adonis contains cardiac glycosides, like its relative hellebore. Do not consume it in any form, and keep the seeds out of reach of children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid planting it in pasture: it is also toxic to livestock.\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 abundant flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, well-drained, ordinary to poor, preferably alkaline—it is a cornfield plant accustomed to cultivated soils. No fertilization: it performs best in lean soil and dislikes standing moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e preferably sow in place in autumn, allowing winter cold to break dormancy—this is the key to good germination. Otherwise, apply \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e before spring sowing. Cover lightly: the seeds germinate better in darkness.\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 and let a few plants go to seed for self-sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt creates an authentic cornfield-flower meadow with \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/250-graines-de-coquelicot-sauvage-jardin-fleur-semences-paysannes\"\u003ewild poppy\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-bleuet-fleurs-plante-mellifere-jardin-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecornflower\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/70-graines-de-nigelle-de-damas-nigella-damascena\"\u003eLove-in-a-mist\u003c\/a\u003e. See our \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/graines-sol-pauvre-sec\"\u003eseeds for poor, dry soil\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt belongs to the group of cornfield flowers that have declined sharply since the widespread use of herbicides: sowing it directly contributes to their preservation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts open flowers provide accessible pollen for bees and hoverflies in midsummer.\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: borders, beds, wildflower gardens, and flowering meadows. Its flowers last well in bouquets; handle them with hands washed afterward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBorn from the blood of Adonis according to Greek mythology, it symbolizes the painful remembrance and fleeting beauty of youth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet a few flowers develop their bristly seed heads, then harvest them once they are brown and dry. Sow them promptly: their germination capacity declines quickly. Clearly label the packet because of their toxicity. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, 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\u003eSow a once-common cornfield flower that has become rare, glowing red in midsummer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50205483368781,"sku":"3760335362538","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/graines-adonis-semisauvage-permaculture.jpg?v=1732106701"},{"product_id":"600-graines-de-canche-des-champs-deschampsia-cespitosa","title":"600 Tufts of Field Canche Grass (Deschampsia cespitosa)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDeschampsia cespitosa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTufted hairgrass, also known as common hairgrass or tussock hairgrass: this native grass forms dense clumps from which immense panicles emerge in summer, so light that they seem to float above the foliage. Backlit, a mass of hairgrass resembles a suspended golden cloud — one of the most beautiful effects you can create in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAiry panicles:\u003c\/strong\u003e immense, delicate inflorescences that are silvery green before turning golden blond, from June to September.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen clump:\u003c\/strong\u003e fine, dense, dark green foliage that remains in place all winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImpressive height:\u003c\/strong\u003e the clump grows 30 to 40 cm tall, while the flowering stems reach up to 1 metre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative grass:\u003c\/strong\u003e naturally found in our damp meadows and open woodlands.\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 full sun — it is one of the few ornamental grasses that truly thrives in light shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e cool to moist, preferably heavy and acidic. This is crucial, and unlike most grasses: it appreciates clay soils that retain water and struggles in dry, sandy soils. No fertiliser is necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in spring or autumn, on the surface without covering, as the very fine seeds need light to germinate. Keep moist until emergence. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant with 50 cm spacing. For a cloud-like effect, plant it in groups rather than as a solitary specimen, preferably facing the morning or evening light.\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: this is its only real requirement. Mulching helps maintain moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not cut it back in autumn: its dry panicles and evergreen foliage structure the winter garden and protect the crown. Simply comb through the clump by hand at the end of winter to remove dead leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor dried bouquets, cut the stems in full bloom, when the panicles are fully open but before they turn completely blond, then hang them upside down in the shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts preference for cool soil and partial shade makes it a natural companion to \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/1000-graines-de-digitale-pourpre-fleurs-ornementale-semences-paysannes\"\u003efoxglove\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/150-graines-de-guimauve-officinale-fleurs-plante-medicinale-semences-paysannes\"\u003emarshmallow\u003c\/a\u003e, in a woodland bed or beside a pond. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/types-de-sol-comment-les-ameliorer\"\u003ehow to identify your soil type\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\u003eAs a native species, it is a host plant for the caterpillars of several meadow butterflies, particularly satyrids — an ecological role that no exotic grass can fulfil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts dense, evergreen clump provides excellent winter shelter for beneficial insects and small wildlife, when everything else has been cut back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds feed small seed-eating birds at the end of the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts dense root system effectively stabilises banks and moist soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrass borders, naturalistic gardens, pond edges, open woodlands and damp meadows. Its panicles make beautiful bouquets, both fresh and dried.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few panicles to turn completely blond on the plant, then shake them over a container in a place sheltered from the wind: the seeds are extremely fine. It also readily self-seeds in cool soil. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur commitment to quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for germination rates, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief is that gardeners should regain the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate a golden cloud in the cool areas of your garden, where few grasses are willing to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50205486055757,"sku":"3760335362521","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/canche-des-champs-sans-fleurs-photo-realiste-fond-blanc.png?v=1727861512"},{"product_id":"250-graines-de-ceraiste-oreille-de-souris-cerastium-biebersteinii","title":"250 Mouse-ear Chickweed Seeds (Cerastium biebersteinii)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCerastium biebersteinii\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMouse-ear chickweed, snow-in-summer, silver basket: these last two names perfectly describe the effect it creates in the garden. In spring, its carpet of silvery foliage literally disappears beneath a blanket of white flowers, like a flow of snow covering the rock garden. Its soft, downy leaves are what give it the name mouse-ear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen silvery foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e downy and luminous, it remains decorative all year round, even outside the flowering period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpectacular flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e a blanket of small star-shaped white flowers in spring and early summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast ground cover:\u003c\/strong\u003e this spreading perennial quickly extends and suppresses weeds.\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 preferably, or light partial shade — its foliage develops its most beautiful silvery glow in the sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e poor, dry, sandy or stony, and must be well drained. Crucial point: its silvery felt-like foliage rots in wet soil, especially in winter. Never amend the soil and avoid overhead watering on the foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in spring, on the surface without covering: the very fine seeds need light to germinate. Simply firm them down and keep them slightly moist until emergence. Neither waterlogged conditions nor stratification is needed. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater very sparingly, only during the first year: it is then highly drought-resistant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut back after flowering to keep the carpet dense and compact, and divide the clump every 3 years to 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\u003eIts silvery foliage beautifully highlights the colorful blooms of a dry rock garden, alongside \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003etrue lavender\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/500-graines-de-fetuque-bleue-festuca-glauca\"\u003eblue fescue\u003c\/a\u003e. See our \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/graines-sol-pauvre-sec\"\u003eseeds for poor, dry soil\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBiodiversity benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts abundant, early flowering provides a plentiful resource for small pollinators in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts evergreen carpet offers shelter close to the ground for beneficial insects and protects the soil from erosion on banks.\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, borders, banks, low walls and gravel gardens. Excellent for quickly covering a dry slope that is difficult to maintain — see our \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-resistantes-secheresse-graines\"\u003edrought-resistant plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few faded flowers to form their small capsules, then harvest them once they are brown and dry, before they open. The seeds are tiny: work over a sheet of paper, sheltered from the wind. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to restore gardeners' 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":50205490839885,"sku":"3760335362514","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/11zon_ceraiste-oreille-de-souris-photo-fond-blanc.webp?v=1727086046"},{"product_id":"35-graines-de-dahlia-pompon-mixte","title":"35 Mixed Pompon Dahlia Seeds (Dahlia pinnata)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDahlia pinnata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePompon dahlia, ball dahlia: these perfectly spherical flowers, with petals rolled into cones and arranged in a spiral, are among the most geometric forms in the plant world. Native to Mexico, where the Aztecs were already cultivating it, the dahlia is now the national flower of this country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlobe-shaped flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e perfectly round and dense, in a palette of bright colors, from summer until the first frosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVigorous and prolific:\u003c\/strong\u003e the more you cut it, the more buds it produces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTubers to store:\u003c\/strong\u003e grown from seed, they can be dug up in autumn and replanted the following year.\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 abundant flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, deep, moist and well drained. Unlike many annual flowers, it is a hungry plant: adding compost when planting genuinely benefits it. However, it does not tolerate stagnant moisture, which causes the tubers to rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow indoors in pots from March (18–20 °C), covering lightly, then transplant outdoors after the last frosts. Do not soak or stratify. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant after the frosts, spacing plants 40 to 50 cm apart. Protect young plants from slugs, which are very fond of their tender shoots.\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 and generously in summer. Remove faded flowers to encourage further flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn cold regions, dig up the tubers after the first frosts and store them in a dry, frost-free place until the following spring.\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\u003eDouble-flowered varieties such as pompons are less accessible to pollinators than single dahlias. To help pollinators, combine them with open-centered flowers such as \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-cosmos-blanc-rose-et-rouge-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecosmos\u003c\/a\u003e. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-au-potager\"\u003ecombining flowers in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlower beds, borders and especially bouquets: cut flowers last a long time in a vase, and should be picked in the morning when the bud has just opened.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe national flower of Mexico, the dahlia was cultivated by the Aztecs under the name \u003cem\u003eacocoxochitl\u003c\/em\u003e. In Europe, it was first introduced in the 18th century as a vegetable plant for its tubers, before its beauty established it as an ornamental plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few faded flowers to dry completely on the plant until the flower head turns brown, then open it to collect the elongated seeds. Note that dahlias cross-pollinate very easily: seedlings often produce surprises in color and form. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save 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 Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them without any chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to 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":50205500637517,"sku":"3760335362507","price":4.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/11zon_dahlia-pompon-mixte-fleurs-fond-blanc.webp?v=1727086072"},{"product_id":"350-graines-damarante-queue-de-renard","title":"350 Amaranth Fox Tail Seeds (Amaranthus caudatus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAmaranthus caudatus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLove-lies-bleeding, tassel flower, jealousy, \u003cem\u003ekiwicha\u003c\/em\u003e: its long, bright-red clusters droop in flexible pendulous strands, giving rise to its monastic nickname, “discipline.” A sacred grain of the Incas, amaranth was banned by the conquistadors because of its ritual role—it is now being rediscovered for its nourishing seeds as much as for its beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpectacular clusters:\u003c\/strong\u003e long, drooping spikes in intense red, all summer until the first frosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenerous habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 to 1.5 metres tall, with abundant foliage that gives structure to flower beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-purpose plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e an outstanding ornamental and a source of edible, protein-rich 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, with plenty of warmth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, well drained and fairly rich. It appreciates nourishing soil, but tolerates ordinary soil and drought well once established. Important: wait until the soil has warmed up, as it dislikes the cold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e no stratification required. Sow directly outdoors in spring after the last frosts, barely covering the tiny seeds, or sow in pots under cover from April onwards. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin to 40 cm apart. Water moderately. Staking may be useful in windy locations, as the heavily laden flower stems can be heavy.\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 the seeds, wait until the spikes have dried and begin to release seeds when rubbed, then cut them and shake them over a cloth. Expect several thousand seeds per plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor dried bouquets, cut the clusters when they are fully coloured and hang them upside down in the shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts height and warm colours contrast with \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-cosmos-blanc-rose-et-rouge-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecosmos\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/150-graines-de-rose-mystique-zinnia-fleurs-semences-paysannes\"\u003ezinnia\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/40-graines-de-tournesol-fleurs-jardins-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003esunflower\u003c\/a\u003e in a generous summer flower bed. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-au-potager\"\u003ecombining flowers in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts countless small flowers, grouped in spikes, attract bees and hoverflies all summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds provide abundant food for seed-eating birds in autumn: leave a few flower stems standing, as goldfinches and greenfinches feast on them.\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, the back of borders and bouquets, both fresh and dried, where its clusters retain their colour for a long time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts gluten-free, protein-rich seeds can be cooked like quinoa or popped in a pan. The young leaves can be eaten like spinach. See our \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-vivaces-comestibles\"\u003eedible plants worth rediscovering\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts name comes from the Greek \u003cem\u003eamarantos\u003c\/em\u003e, “that which does not wither”: since antiquity, amaranth has symbolised immortality and eternal love. A sacred grain of the Incas and Aztecs, it held a central place in their rituals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few flower stems to ripen fully on the plant, then rub them between your hands over a container and gently winnow them to separate the seeds from the chaff. A single plant will provide enough seed to sow again for years. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatments. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA spectacular plant in the garden and a nourishing one on the plate: sow love-lies-bleeding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50205520200013,"sku":"3760335362491","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/11zon_amarante-queue-de-renard-photo-fond-blanc.webp?v=1727086106"},{"product_id":"500-graines-de-fetuque-bleue-festuca-glauca","title":"500 Blue Fescue Seeds (Festuca glauca)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFestuca glauca\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue fescue, glauca fescue: this distinctive silvery blue is not a pigment but a fine layer of wax covering the leaves—a protection against evaporation, inherited from its rocky origins. The poorer the soil and the brighter the exposure, the more intense the color: this is a plant that neglect makes more beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e fine silvery-blue needle-like leaves forming regular rounded clumps, decorative all year round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighly resilient:\u003c\/strong\u003e it withstands drought without flinching and is perfectly happy in poor soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 to 30 cm, ideal for adding structure without taking up too much space.\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— in shade, the foliage turns green and loses all its ornamental appeal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e poor, dry, sandy or stony, and above all very well drained. Key point: rich or damp soil is fatal to it and causes its blue color to disappear. Never amend the soil, and in heavy soil, plant on a mound or incorporate gravel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow in spring or autumn, directly in the ground, barely covering the seeds. No soaking or stratification. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComb through the clumps by hand in spring to remove dry leaves, rather than cutting them back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDivide the clumps every 3 years: they tend to become bare in the center as they age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo watering once established—this is the ultimate \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-resistantes-secheresse-graines\"\u003ewater-wise garden\u003c\/a\u003e plant.\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 silvery blue color highlights warm-colored blooms and other dry rock-garden plants such as \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003etrue lavender\u003c\/a\u003e. Also see our \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/graines-sol-pauvre-sec\"\u003eseeds for poor, dry soil\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts dense, evergreen clumps provide valued winter shelter for beneficial insects and small soil-dwelling wildlife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds feed small seed-eating birds if the flower heads are left in place 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\u003eRock gardens, borders, ground cover, containers or gravel gardens: it adds a graphic, contemporary touch to garden designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollecting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet the flower heads turn golden and dry on the plant at the end of summer, then rub them between your fingers over a container to release the seeds. Blue fescue sometimes self-seeds among gravel, too. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatments. 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 home gardeners seeking quality and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50205527638349,"sku":"3760335362484","price":3.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/11zon_fetuque-bleue-photo-fond-blanc.webp?v=1727086131"},{"product_id":"250-graines-de-basilic-sacre-tulsi","title":"250 Holy Basil Tulsi Seeds (Ocimum tenuiflorum)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOcimum tenuiflorum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoly basil, tulsi, tulasi, sacred basil: in India, it is not merely an aromatic herb but a revered plant. It is traditionally grown in a dedicated planter at the center of courtyards, and many Hindu households worship it daily. Not to be confused with Thai basil: its fragrance is more peppery, with an almost clove-like note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnique peppery fragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e notes of clove and pepper, very different from common basil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrant foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e green to purple depending on the variety, slightly downy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall mauve flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e grouped in spikes, making it as decorative as it is useful.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for growing in pots:\u003c\/strong\u003e ideal for a balcony or an herb garden.\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 and tropical in origin: it is grown as an annual in our climates, or in a pot brought indoors for winter in a warm, bright place.\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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, rich in organic matter, and well drained. Like all basil varieties, it appreciates fertile soil that does not dry out completely, but it is sensitive to stagnant water.\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 20–25 °C, then transplant after the last frosts. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant 30 cm apart, in the ground in full sun or in a pot at least 20 cm deep.\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, at the base of the plant and in the morning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe key step:\u003c\/strong\u003e pinch out the stems regularly just above a pair of leaves. The plant branches out, becomes fuller, and produces for much longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick the leaves as needed. Unlike common basil, tulsi dries very well and retains most of its fragrance — this is, in fact, the form in which it is traditionally used as an infusion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike other basil varieties, it grows well alongside tomatoes and \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/60-graines-daubergine-black-beauty-legume-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eeggplants\u003c\/a\u003e, whose certain pests it helps deter. Also see \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/200-graines-de-basilic-thai-ocimum-basilicum-var-thyrsiflora\"\u003eThai basil\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts mauve flower spikes are highly visited by bees and bumblebees — let a few plants flower at the end of the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts powerful fragrance disrupts several unwanted insects affecting neighboring crops. See our \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-repulsives-anti-moustiques-pucerons\"\u003erepellent plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs an infusion, fresh or dried — this is its primary use. In cooking, its leaves enhance Indian and Asian dishes when added off the heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA major medicinal plant in Ayurvedic medicine, used in India for millennia. See our \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConsidered the earthly manifestation of the goddess Tulsi in Hinduism, the plant is symbolically married during the \u003cem\u003eTulsi Vivah\u003c\/em\u003e ceremony, which marks the beginning of the wedding season in India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet a few flower spikes dry completely on the plant, then rub them over a container to release the small brown seeds. Be aware that \u003cem\u003eOcimum\u003c\/em\u003e species cross-pollinate easily: isolate your seed plants if you grow several types of basil. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, test them for germination rates, and carefully sort and package them without any chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to reseed, year after year, with seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndia's holy basil, with its clove and pepper fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50205531308365,"sku":"3760335362668","price":8.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/11zon_basilic-sacre-tulsi-photo-fond-blanc.webp?v=1727086162"},{"product_id":"35-graines-de-piment-kashmiri","title":"35 Kashmiri Chili Seeds (Capsicum annuum)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCapsicum annuum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKashmiri pepper, \u003cem\u003eKashmiri mirch\u003c\/em\u003e: in Indian cuisine, it holds a special place. It is not used to burn but to dye—it is what gives tandoori chicken and rogan josh their deep red color without making the dish inedible. A mild variety whose entire value lies in its color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntense red:\u003c\/strong\u003e its richness in pigments makes it an outstanding natural coloring agent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMild:\u003c\/strong\u003e only 1,000 to 2,000 Scoville units—a light heat, accessible to everyone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThin, wrinkled fruits:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 to 8 cm, with relatively thin skin that dries easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePowder variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e it is when dried and ground that it truly comes into its own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlthough mild, it contains capsaicin: avoid touching your eyes after handling it and wash your hands with soap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen grinding the dried fruits, protect yourself: chili dust irritates the eyes and respiratory tract.\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 location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, loose, and well-drained, enriched with compost. It does not tolerate stagnant water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow from \u003cstrong\u003eFebruary to April under cover\u003c\/strong\u003e or indoors, at \u003cstrong\u003e20-25 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e—below 18 °C, the seeds will not germinate. Allow 2 to 3 weeks for germination. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant into the ground when nighttime temperatures stay above 12 °C, spacing plants 50 cm apart. Unlike tomatoes, \u003cstrong\u003edo not bury the stem\u003c\/strong\u003e: a buried crown will rot.\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 at the base, without overwatering. Mulch to maintain soil moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBring the pot indoors before frost: the pepper is perennial and will grow again the following spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeave the fruits to turn completely red on the plant: with this variety, full ripeness is \u003cstrong\u003ecrucial for the intensity of the color\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is its main appeal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry them strung into a garland in a dry, well-ventilated place, away from direct light—the sun fades the pigments. Grind them once they are brittle.\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 forms an Indian garden bed with \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/300-graines-de-coriandre-plantes-aromatique-jardins-fleurs-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecoriander\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/250-graines-de-basilic-sacre-tulsi\"\u003eholy basil tulsi\u003c\/a\u003e. Avoid growing it after tomatoes or eggplants. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable garden companion planting\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts white flowers are visited by bees and bumblebees all summer long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA little-distributed, reproducible variety in Europe, its cultivation broadens the diversity of the vegetable garden. See our \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/graines-rares-insolites-a-cultiver\"\u003erare and unusual seeds\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\u003eDried and ground in curries, tandooris, marinades, and sauces. It produces a beautiful red color without the heat—very useful for cooking spicy dishes without the burn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOpen a fully red fruit, remove the seeds, rinse them, and dry them flat. Beware: peppers cross-pollinate easily. Isolate your seed plant if you are also growing hot varieties, otherwise their heat may appear in your offspring. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the 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\u003eThe color of Indian curries, without the burn.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50205558407501,"sku":"3760335362675","price":6.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/11zon_piment-kashmiri-photo-realiste-fond-blanc.webp?v=1727086205"},{"product_id":"5-graines-de-theier","title":"5 Tea Tree Seeds (Camellia sinensis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCamellia sinensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTea plant, tea tree, tea camellia: green tea, black tea, white tea, oolong — they all come from this one and the same species. It is not the plant that changes, but the way the leaves are processed after picking: the degree of oxidation makes all the difference. Growing your own tea plant therefore means being able to produce any of these teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen shrub:\u003c\/strong\u003e glossy, leathery, dark green leaves that are decorative all year round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne species, every type of tea:\u003c\/strong\u003e the type of tea depends solely on the processing after harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e small, fragrant white flowers with yellow centers, like a miniature camellia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan be grown in a pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e it can easily be kept to 1 or 1.5 m tall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt does not tolerate lime, either in the soil or in irrigation water: use rainwater or demineralized water, otherwise its foliage may turn yellow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy to approximately -10 °C once well established, but young plants are fragile: protect them from severe frost during the first few 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 bright partial shade or gentle sunlight, protected from scorching sun and drying winds. It prefers mild, humid climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eacidic\u003c\/strong\u003e (ericaceous soil), humus-rich, light, and well drained. This is the key point: it declines in calcareous soil. In a pot, a mixture of ericaceous soil and compost works well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e these seeds \u003cstrong\u003edo not require cold stratification\u003c\/strong\u003e, unlike many temperate species. Soak them for 24 to 48 hours in lukewarm water — the ones that sink are the most viable — then sow them 2 cm deep in a substrate kept warm and moist (20-25 °C). Germination is slow and irregular: allow 1 to 3 months. Sow them fresh, as their germination capacity declines quickly. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant into a pot of at least 30 cm, or plant in the ground in mild regions and acidic soil. Growing in an unheated greenhouse works very well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly with lime-free water, maintaining high ambient humidity. Mulch around the base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune lightly each spring to keep it compact and encourage the production of young shoots — these are what you harvest.\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 only the \u003cstrong\u003eterminal bud and the next two young leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is the universal rule in tea gardens, and the one that produces the finest teas. Older leaves are bitter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor green tea, steam or pan-fry the leaves immediately to stop oxidation, then dry them. For black tea, let them wilt, roll them between your hands, and leave them to oxidize for a few hours before drying. Allow 3 to 4 years before the first worthwhile harvest.\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 shares the acidic-soil requirements of other ericaceous plants, such as \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-bruyere-massif-fleurs-plante-mellifere-jardin-semences-paysannes\"\u003eheather\u003c\/a\u003e, with which it creates a harmonious planting bed.\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, fragrant autumn flowering provides nectar and pollen for the last pollinators of the season — a scarce resource at this time of year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts evergreen foliage shelters insects in winter, like that of other camellias.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaves can be processed and dried to produce your own green, white, or black tea, depending on the method. It is also a beautiful ornamental plant for pots or ericaceous beds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter flowering, the shrub produces woody capsules that split open when ripe, revealing one to three large, round seeds. Harvest them as soon as they open and sow them quickly: they keep for only a few months. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur commitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the 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\u003eGrowing your own tea: an adventure in patience, and a beautiful plant to enjoy in the meantime.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50205574922573,"sku":"3760335362682","price":8.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/theier-camellia-sinensis-fleurs-photo-realiste-fond-blanc.png?v=1727862596"},{"product_id":"8-graines-de-magnolia-champaca","title":"8 Magnolia Champaca Seeds (Magnolia champaca)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMagnolia champaca\u003c\/em\u003e (syn. \u003cem\u003eMichelia champaca\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChampaca, champak, golden magnolia, perfume tree: considered sacred in India, its yellow-orange flowers are traditionally offered in temples and woven into women's hair. Their fragrance, one of the most sought-after in fine perfumery, is released mainly at dusk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighly fragrant flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e yellow-orange, they release an intense, sweet fragrance used in perfumery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e large, glossy leaves make it a beautiful ornamental tree all year round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlow growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e it reaches 10 to 15 meters in tropical climates, and much less when grown in a container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA tropical tree, it cannot tolerate frost: in mainland France, it should be grown in a pot, conservatory, or heated greenhouse, with the option of placing it outdoors in summer. Only the sheltered far south offers a chance of growing it in the ground.\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, in a warm, humid atmosphere.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, humus-bearing, moist, and well drained, preferably acidic to neutral—it dislikes lime. A mixture of potting soil and sand works well in a container. Maintain consistent moisture without allowing excess stagnant water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e unlike magnolias from temperate climates, this tropical species requires \u003cstrong\u003eno cold stratification\u003c\/strong\u003e. Soak the seeds for 24 hours in lukewarm water, then sow them 1 cm deep in a substrate kept moist at 25-28 °C. Its seeds quickly lose their germination capacity: sow them as soon as you receive them. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly with lime-free water; mist the foliage in dry conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverwinter in warmth and light, never below 12-15 °C, while reducing watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn its native range, its flowers are pollinated by beetles—magnolias are among the oldest flowering plants, appearing before bees, which explains this archaic form of pollination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrnamental tree for a greenhouse or tropical garden. Its cut flowers provide a long-lasting fragrance in a room when placed in a bowl of water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSacred in Hinduism and Buddhism, champaca is associated with the goddess Lakshmi and spiritual purity. In India, its flowers are offered in temples and used during wedding ceremonies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fruits, grouped in spikes, open when mature to release orange-red seeds. Collect them, clean off their fleshy aril, and sow them immediately: they cannot be stored. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to restore gardeners' 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":50205577445709,"sku":"3760335362699","price":6.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/magnolia-champaca-photo-realiste-fleurs-feuilles-fond-naturel.png?v=1727863375"},{"product_id":"15-graines-de-bambou-geant","title":"15 Giant Bamboo Seeds (Dendrocalamus giganteus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDendrocalamus giganteus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiant bamboo, dragon bamboo: it is simply the largest bamboo species in the world, capable of reaching 30 metres in height, with culms up to 20 cm in diameter. Its growth is among the fastest in the plant kingdom: during the peak growing season and in a favourable climate, a shoot can grow several dozen centimetres per day. Good news for gardeners: it is a \u003cstrong\u003eclump-forming\u003c\/strong\u003e, non-running species that forms dense clumps and does not invade the surrounding area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-running:\u003c\/strong\u003e unlike bamboos with running rhizomes, it grows in a compact clump and stays where it is planted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpectacular growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e ideal for quickly creating hedges, windbreaks or decorative structures in large gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUseful culms:\u003c\/strong\u003e its strong canes are used in construction and crafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTropical species: it cannot tolerate frost and cannot be grown outdoors in the ground in mainland France, except with permanent protection in a heated shelter. Plan to grow it in a large container that can be overwintered in a greenhouse or conservatory, where it will remain much smaller than in its native habitat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow for its mature size if planting it in a suitable climate: this is a giant, not a balcony bamboo.\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 plenty of light and warmth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, deep, cool to moist and well drained. This plant has a very high demand for water and nutrients: compost-enriched soil and high ambient humidity are essential. It does not tolerate dry, poor soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e no cold stratification — this tropical seed needs constant warmth. Soak it for 12 to 24 hours in lukewarm water, then sow 1 cm deep in a substrate kept moist at 25–30 °C. Bamboo seeds quickly lose their germination capacity, so sow them promptly. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly and generously, especially when grown in a pot. Mist the foliage in dry conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding compost in spring supports its rapid growth.\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\u003eBamboo groves provide dense habitats greatly appreciated by birds, which find shelter and nesting sites there.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt is one of the plants that sequesters carbon most rapidly, thanks to its exceptional growth rate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHedges, windbreaks, plant screens and shade in large gardens in warm climates. Its canes are used to make furniture, trellises, stakes and structures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn Asia, bamboo symbolises integrity and resilience: it bends in the storm but does not break. It is one of the “Four Gentlemen” of traditional Chinese painting, alongside the orchid, plum blossom and chrysanthemum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe flowering of giant bamboos is an extremely rare event: some species flower only once every forty years or more, simultaneously all over the world, before dying. This is what makes their seeds so uncommon. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, without any chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to sow, 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":50205581508941,"sku":"3760335362705","price":8.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/bambou-geant-photo-naturelle-fond-blanc.png?v=1727701526"},{"product_id":"15-graines-de-flamboyant-bleu-jacaranda-mimosifolia","title":"15 Blue Flamboyant Seeds (Jacaranda mimosifolia)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eJacaranda mimosifolia\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue flamboyant, jacaranda, oyster tree: when it blooms, this tree first loses all its leaves, keeping only its clusters of blue-violet flowers — a colorful cloud suspended in midair. In Pretoria and Buenos Aires, jacaranda blooming is an annual event that transforms entire avenues into mauve tunnels.\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 large clusters of blue-violet flowers in spring and summer, often before the leaves appear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFern-like foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e finely divided bipinnate leaves, which explain its epithet \u003cem\u003emimosifolia\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge tree:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 to 15 meters in warm climates, with a spreading, graceful habit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA subtropical tree, it cannot withstand prolonged frost: in mainland France, it is grown in a pot and overwintered frost-free, except on the French Riviera, where it can survive outdoors in a sheltered location.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowering in a pot is rare and requires several years of patience: in our climates, it is primarily grown for its ornamental foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun, in an area sheltered from strong winds that can damage its delicate foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, sandy, and well drained. It tolerates poor soils but absolutely cannot tolerate stagnant water around its roots. In a pot, a potting soil and sand mix works well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e no cold stratification — this subtropical species requires warmth. Soak the winged seeds for 24 hours in lukewarm water, then sow them on the surface or barely covered, in a substrate kept moist at 22–25 °C. Germination is generally quick and reliable. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant in a deep pot to be brought indoors as soon as temperatures begin to drop, in a bright room above 10 °C. Plant outdoors only in a sheltered Mediterranean climate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts fine foliage and rapidly thickening trunk make it an excellent bonsai subject — see our guide \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/creer-un-bonsai-a-partir-d-une-graine-guide\"\u003ecreating a bonsai from a seed\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 the growing season, without excess, and reduce watering considerably in winter during dormancy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn its native range, its nectar-rich tubular flowers are pollinated by bees and hummingbirds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts light foliage allows sunlight through and makes it possible to grow plants at its base, unlike trees with dense canopies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrnamental tree for large gardens and avenues in warm climates; grown in pots or as a bonsai in our latitudes. Its dried flowers are suitable for floral arrangements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn South America and southern Africa, jacaranda blooming heralds the end of the academic year: students say that a flower falling on your head brings good luck in exams. It symbolizes renewal and wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts fruits are flat, round, highly decorative woody capsules that split into two valves when mature, releasing winged, papery seeds. Harvest the dry capsules from the tree. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, 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":50205583671629,"sku":"3760335362712","price":8.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/flamboyant-bleu-photo-realiste-fond-blanc.png?v=1727860733"},{"product_id":"5-graines-de-margousier-neem","title":"5 Margousier Seeds - Neem (Azadirachta indica)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAzadirachta indica\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeem, margosa, Indian lilac, bead tree: in India, it is sometimes called “the village pharmacy,” since every part of it has found a use over the centuries. Its branches were traditionally used as chew sticks, and its dense shade still shelters the squares of many villages across the subcontinent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEvergreen foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e glossy green compound leaves, providing dense shade all year round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge tree:\u003c\/strong\u003e it reaches up to 20 meters in tropical climates, with rapid growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrought-resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e once established, it tolerates dry, hot climates remarkably well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA strictly tropical tree, it cannot tolerate frost: in mainland France, it must be grown in a pot, conservatory, or heated greenhouse, with the option of placing it outdoors in summer. It requires a minimum temperature of 10–15 °C at all times.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not consume any part of the plant: its traditional uses involve specific preparations and should not be improvised.\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, with plenty of heat and light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, sandy, or stony, and above all very well drained. It tolerates poor and even slightly saline soils, but absolutely cannot tolerate standing water, which causes its roots to rot. In a pot, use a mixture of potting soil, sand, and gravel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e no cold stratification — this tropical seed requires constant warmth instead. It quickly loses its ability to germinate: sow it as soon as you receive it, after soaking it for 24 hours in lukewarm water, 1 cm deep, in a substrate kept moist at 25–30 °C. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly during the first few years, then much less frequently: the tree becomes highly drought-tolerant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverwinter in a warm, bright location, significantly reducing watering.\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, fragrant white flowers are highly attractive to bees and produce prized honey in its native range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn arid regions, it is widely planted to combat desertification, stabilize soil, and create shaded areas where other crops can be grown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrown ornamentally in pots or conservatories in our climates; used as a windbreak and shade tree in warm regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA major plant in traditional Indian medicine, used for thousands of years in Ayurveda. See our \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds produce neem oil, used in natural cosmetics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn India, neem is associated with the goddess Shitala and regarded as a protective tree: its leaves are hung on doors during certain ceremonies, and it is traditionally planted near homes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts fruits, resembling small yellow olives when ripe, each contain one seed. Carefully remove the pulp, rinse, and sow without delay: neem seeds keep for only a few weeks. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment 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\u003eSales reserved for home gardeners seeking quality and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50205595173197,"sku":"3760335362729","price":6.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/margousier-neem-photo-realiste-fruits-fond-blanc.png?v=1727854821"},{"product_id":"15-graines-de-robinier-faux-acacia","title":"15 Seeds of Black Locust - False Acacia (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 Square René-Viviani — 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, the source of 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 rot 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 exotic species:\u003c\/strong\u003e black locust spreads very vigorously through root suckers and rapidly colonises open habitats. It appears on the lists of species to monitor in several French regions. Do not plant it near natural areas, meadows or wild edges, and plan to install a rhizome barrier or regularly monitor root suckers if you plant 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 swallowed. Only the flowers are edible (in fritters). Keep the seeds out of the reach of children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts branches bear sharp thorns: gloves are essential when 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\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun, for rapid growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e virtually all types, 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 (not boiling) water for 12 to 24 hours: the seeds that swell are ready to sow; repeat the process for the others. \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003eCold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e can complement 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 permanent location carefully, taking into account its mature spread and root suckering: keep it 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 root suckers every year: this is the key to keeping it in its 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 there is: a single day of nectar flow can provide 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=\"\/fi-intl\/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 habitats: reserve it for land 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, decking and garden furniture — a local alternative to exotic woods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBeekeeping:\u003c\/strong\u003e a benchmark 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 eaten in fritters, a traditional countryside recipe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSymbolising 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 give them a shelf life of several years. Clearly label the packet, as these seeds are toxic. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living organisms as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, sorted and carefully packaged, without any chemical treatment. Our conviction: to restore gardeners’ ability to sow again, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSales reserved for knowledgeable amateur gardeners capable of planting 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-photo-realiste-fond-blanc.png?v=1727853889"},{"product_id":"40-graines-de-tomate-banana-legs","title":"40 Banana Legs Tomato Seeds (Solanum lycopersicum)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSolanum lycopersicum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBanana Legs Tomato: its bright yellow fruits, long and tapered like small bananas, grow in clusters at the ends of the branches. This is a yellow sauce tomato—a rare thing—with flesh that is not very juicy and very low in acidity, producing sauces with an unexpected color and surprisingly mild flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElongated shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright yellow fruits measuring 8 to 10 cm, tapered, with smooth skin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow acidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e mild, slightly sweet flavor, very different from red tomatoes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirm, low-juice flesh:\u003c\/strong\u003e ideal for sauces or drying, with little excess water to evaporate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeterminate variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e it stops growing on its own at around 1.20 m, making it easier to manage.\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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, loose and well-drained, enriched with well-rotted compost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow from February to April under cover or indoors, at \u003cstrong\u003ea minimum of 20 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e—below this temperature, the seeds will not germinate. Cover with 5 mm of soil. Transplant into pots at the two-true-leaf stage. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant outdoors after the last frosts, spacing plants 60 cm apart. \u003cstrong\u003eBury the stem up to the first leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e: the tomato produces roots along the entire buried section, resulting in a more vigorous plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs a \u003cstrong\u003edeterminate\u003c\/strong\u003e variety, it only needs light support. Its foliage is naturally sparse: this is a characteristic of the variety, not a sign of deficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlways water at the base, never over the foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e, preferably in the morning: water on the leaves provides an entry point for blight. Apply a thick mulch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBecause its light foliage provides little protection for the fruit, watch for sunscald on fruits exposed to the midday sun in the hottest regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not remove the suckers: on a determinate variety, they bear a significant part of the harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotate crops every three to four years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest when the yellow is clear and the fruit is slightly soft. Warning: with a yellow variety, a pale fruit is still green, not ripe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore at room temperature, never in the refrigerator.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/500-graines-de-basilic-plante-aromatique-legumes-jardin-semences-paysannes\"\u003eBasil\u003c\/a\u003e is its classic companion. \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/150-graines-d-oeillets-dinde-fleurs-amis-jardins-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003eMarigolds\u003c\/a\u003e help limit nematodes. Avoid planting it near potatoes. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associer-tomates-basilic\"\u003ecompanion planting tomatoes and basil\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 pollinated by vibration: only bumblebees make full use of them. Welcoming bumblebees directly improves your harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs an uncommon, seed-saving variety, its cultivation expands the diversity of colors and shapes in the vegetable garden. See our \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/graines-rares-insolites-a-cultiver\"\u003erare and unusual seeds\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 yellow sauces and coulis, dried, or raw in salads, where its elongated shape looks attractive cut into rounds. Its low acidity is well suited to palates that find red tomatoes too sharp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSaving your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTake the pulp from a fully ripe fruit and let it ferment for two to three days in a little water—this step breaks down the gelatinous coating that inhibits germination—then rinse: the healthy seeds sink to the bottom. Dry them flat. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to save your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living organisms 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\u003eA mild, easy-to-manage yellow sauce tomato.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50205634330957,"sku":"3760335362743","price":4.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/tomate-banana-legs-photo-texture-naturelle-fond-blanc.png?v=1727855873"},{"product_id":"5-graines-dylang-ylang-cananga-odorata","title":"5 Ylang-Ylang Seeds (Cananga odorata)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCananga odorata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYlang-ylang, perfume tree, flower of flowers: that is what its name means in Tagalog, and perfumery proves it right. Its star-shaped yellow flowers form the heart of many great perfumes, starting with Chanel N°5. It takes around fifty kilos of flowers to obtain a single litre of essential oil, which explains its value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighly fragrant flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e long and drooping, pale green before turning golden yellow at maturity, with an intense, sweet fragrance that is released mainly at night.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e in a tropical climate, it reaches 12 to 20 metres; in a pot, it remains much more compact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e large, glossy leaves that make it a beautiful houseplant, even without flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA strictly tropical tree, it cannot tolerate any frost: in mainland France, it must be grown in a pot, indoors or in a heated greenhouse, with the option of placing it outdoors during summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowering in a pot in our climates remains rare and requires plenty of patience and warmth.\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 very bright, without intense direct sunlight through a window.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, humus-rich, light and well drained. A mixture of potting soil, compost and sand works well. It appreciates high ambient humidity but dislikes standing water in the saucer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e unlike temperate species, this tropical seed requires \u003cstrong\u003eno cold stratification\u003c\/strong\u003e, which would actually be harmful. Soak it for 24 to 48 hours in lukewarm water, then sow it 1 cm deep in a substrate kept constantly warm and moist (25–30 °C). Germination is slow and irregular: allow 1 to 3 months, sometimes longer.\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 with soft water, allowing the surface to dry slightly between waterings. Mist the foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverwinter indoors, in a warm place (never below 15 °C), reducing watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn its native range, its nocturnal fragrance attracts moths and bats, which pollinate it — a strategy typical of highly fragrant white or pale flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts flowers are distilled to produce ylang-ylang essential oil, used in perfumery and soapmaking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen grown in a pot, it is primarily an ornamental houseplant with exotic foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the Philippines and Indonesia, its flowers are traditionally scattered over newlyweds' beds, making it a symbol of union and sensuality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter flowering, the tree produces small green fruits that turn black when ripe and grow in clusters. Remove the seeds from the pulp, rinse them and sow them promptly: they quickly lose their ability to germinate when they dry out. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, sorted and carefully packaged, with no chemical treatment. 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Do not amend the soil: soil that is too rich produces foliage at the expense of the root.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e these seeds \u003cstrong\u003edo not require cold stratification\u003c\/strong\u003e — native to warm regions of India, the species instead requires warmth. Sow indoors or under cover at the end of winter, at 22–25°C, barely covering the seeds, then transplant after the last frosts. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant in full sun, spacing plants 50 cm apart. 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Carefully pull it up, brush it clean, and dry it in sections.\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 warmth and drainage requirements of Mediterranean herbs such as \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/300-graines-de-thym-plante-aromatique-medicinale-semences-paysannes\"\u003ethyme\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/40-graines-de-sauge-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecommon sage\u003c\/a\u003e. 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In our climates, grow it in a pot so you can bring it indoors before the first frosts, or treat it as an annual. This is essential for keeping 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\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny and warm — stevia appreciates light and dislikes the cold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light potting soil, rich in organic matter and well drained. It likes a growing medium that remains slightly moist without ever becoming waterlogged: standing water causes its roots to rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e sow \u003cstrong\u003eon the surface without covering\u003c\/strong\u003e — the seeds are tiny and need light to germinate. Sow indoors from March at 20–25 °C, or outdoors from May onward. Germination is erratic and the naturally low germination rate is typical of this species: sow generously. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant into a pot at least 25 cm wide, or into the ground after the last frosts, spacing plants 40 cm apart. A pot remains the best option for overwintering.\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 growing medium moist without waterlogging it, watering regularly and a little at a time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe key step:\u003c\/strong\u003e pinch out the stems regularly and remove flower buds as soon as they appear. The plant branches out, produces far more leaves, and they remain noticeably sweeter — flowering causes their sweetness level to drop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverwinter indoors in a bright location above 10 °C, reducing watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick the leaves as needed once they are well developed. The main harvest takes place \u003cstrong\u003ejust before flowering\u003c\/strong\u003e, in late summer: this is when the leaves are sweetest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey can be used fresh or dried. Drying them in the shade with good air circulation preserves their sweetness very well, allowing you to enjoy them all year round.\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 warmth requirements of \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/500-graines-de-basilic-plante-aromatique-legumes-jardin-semences-paysannes\"\u003ebasil\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/250-graines-de-basilic-sacre-tulsi\"\u003eholy basil\u003c\/a\u003e, in a potted herb garden that can be brought indoors for the winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts small white flowers, if you let one plant flower at the end of the season, are visited by bees and small pollinators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSince it grows very well without any treatment, it has an important place in a pesticide-free vegetable garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh or dried leaves to flavor infusions, teas, drinks, and desserts. One whole leaf steeped in an herbal tea is generally sufficient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDried and ground into powder, they can be stored for months in an airtight jar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKnown to the Guarani people long before the arrival of Europeans, stevia remained a local plant until its botanical description in the early twentieth century. It embodies the passing down of traditional plant knowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllow a few flower spikes to dry completely on the plant, then collect the seeds with their feathery pappus. Please note: stevia seeds naturally have a low germination rate, so sow them fresh and generously. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, without any chemical treatment. Our conviction: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow your own sugar plant, a botanical curiosity to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50542758035789,"sku":"3760335362842","price":6.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/stevia-plante-feuilles-fond-blanc.png?v=1731612600"},{"product_id":"300-graines-de-pissenlit-dent-de-lion-taraxacum-officinale","title":"300 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, gold florin, dog lettuce, monk's crown: the lawn's least-loved plant is one of the most useful plants in the garden. Its taproot descends as far as one 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\u003eThree uses:\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, when almost nothing else is blooming.\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 parachute-topped seeds 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, cool, 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 period of 2 to 3 weeks of cold improves the germination rate. Germination in 10 to 20 days depending on the temperature. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater moderately; it withstands drought well once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe growers' 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. They 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 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 the autumn of the second year.\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 well with \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/2500-graines-de-camomille-matricaire-plante-aromatique-medicinale-semences-paysannes\"\u003echamomile\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/1000-graines-d-ortie-sauvage-plante-amie-potager-legumes-semences-paysannes\"\u003enettle\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/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=\"\/fi-intl\/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 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\u003eA traditional medicinal plant, listed in the French Pharmacopoeia. See our \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA symbol of freedom, perseverance and hope, the dandelion evokes wishes blown 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 simpler: pick the “clocks”, those fluffy spheres, just before they fly away, and detach the seeds from their parachutes. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Volcanoes of Auvergne, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, sorted and carefully 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\u003eThe lawn's least-loved plant, indispensable to March bees.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51653298454861,"sku":"3760335363139","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/pissenlit-fond-blanc.png?v=1751970195"},{"product_id":"150-graines-de-sureau-noir-sambucus-nigra","title":"150 Black Elderberry Seeds (Sambucus Nigra)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSambucus nigra\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack elderberry, elder, common elder, European elder: few shrubs have nourished the popular imagination so much. It was once said that one should never cut it without asking its permission, and its soft pith was used by children to make blowguns and whistles. In the garden, it is a mainstay of productive country hedges.\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 form and rapid growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighly fragrant flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e large cream-white umbels with a characteristic musky fragrance, appearing in May and June.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbundant fruiting:\u003c\/strong\u003e clusters of shiny 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, which 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. An addition of compost is beneficial.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 to 12 weeks of \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e is necessary (mix the seeds with damp sand and place them 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 umbels in dry, sunny weather, when their fragrance is at its strongest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest fully black, soft berries in whole clusters, then strip them from the stems with a fork.\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 the vegetable garden, it attracts beneficial birds that regulate pests. It pairs well with ferns, comfrey or soft fruits in a productive hedge. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable garden companion plantings\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValue 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 their migratory reserves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts large, flat umbels 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 vibrant country hedge.\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=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs a protective tree in European traditions, elder was planted near houses to ward off evil. 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 fully 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 are, incidentally, extremely effective at dispersing it on their own. 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Our belief: 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 the productive hedge 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-en-fleur-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1751965033"},{"product_id":"150-graines-damarantine-globuleuse-gomphrena-globosa","title":"150 Globe Amaranth Seeds (Gomphrena Globosa)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGomphrena globosa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlobe amaranth, gomphrena, Brazilian glory, love-lies-bleeding, globe everlasting: its small, colorful pom-poms have a remarkable property—they retain their color intact for years after drying, without fading or wilting. They are not actually true petals, but dry, papery bracts, which explains their longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColorful pom-poms:\u003c\/strong\u003e spherical pink, purple, or white flower heads from July until the first frosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrought-resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e once established, it tolerates heat and a lack of water very well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 to 60 cm tall, bushy and well-branched.\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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, well-drained, and not too rich. In overly fertile soil, it produces foliage at the expense of flowers. It is especially sensitive to stagnant moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e no stratification required. Sow from March to May, under cover or directly in the ground after the last frosts, at a depth of about 0.5 cm, at 20-24 °C. Germination in 7 to 14 days. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater moderately; it prefers drought to excess water. Pinch out young stems to encourage branching and produce more flower heads.\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 drying, cut the stems when the pom-poms are fully formed and colored, before they begin to produce seeds, then hang them upside down in a dark, 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\u003eIt pairs well with \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-cosmos-blanc-rose-et-rouge-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecosmos\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/150-graines-de-rose-mystique-zinnia-fleurs-semences-paysannes\"\u003ezinnia\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/300-graines-de-rudbeckia-gloriosa-daisy-semences-paysannes\"\u003erudbeckia\u003c\/a\u003e in a summer border. See our \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-resistantes-secheresse-graines\"\u003edrought-resistant plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts pom-poms are visited by bees and especially butterflies throughout its long summer flowering period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLittle affected by disease, it requires no treatment, benefiting all the wildlife in the garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeds, borders, pots, and dry gardens. Above all, it is one of the best flowers for drying: dried bouquets and floral wreaths retain their colors for years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAmaranth has been a symbol of immortality and eternal love since antiquity—its Greek name literally means “that which does not fade.” Its lasting bloom evokes constancy of feeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLet a few pom-poms fully ripen on the plant until they begin to crumble, then rub them over a container: the small seeds will separate from the bracts. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our conviction: 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":51653924094285,"sku":"3760335363153","price":4.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/amarantine-globuleuse-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1751965031"},{"product_id":"15-graines-de-patisson-orange-cucurbita-pepo","title":"15 Orange Pattypan Squash Seeds (Cucurbita pepo)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCucurbita pepo\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrange pattypan squash, imperial crown, elector's bonnet squash, turban pattypan, priest's bonnet: its saucer shape with scalloped edges, enhanced by a vivid orange color, makes it one of the most ornamental squashes in the vegetable garden. An heirloom variety, it is as good to cook as it is to look at.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSaucer shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e scalloped edges and vivid orange color, highly decorative.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirm, slightly sweet flesh:\u003c\/strong\u003e excellent stuffed, roasted, or mashed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo harvesting stages:\u003c\/strong\u003e young like a zucchini, or mature for storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReproducible heirloom variety\u003c\/strong\u003e, annual and not perennial.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs with all cucurbits, a fruit with a \u003cstrong\u003every bitter\u003c\/strong\u003e taste may contain cucurbitacins, which can irritate the digestive system. Always taste a small piece: if the bitterness is pronounced, discard the entire fruit.\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 rich, moist, well-drained, and enriched with compost — this is a very hungry plant. It does not tolerate standing water around the crown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e no stratification necessary. Soaking the seeds for 12 to 24 hours in lukewarm water speeds up germination. Sow from March to May in pots in a warm place (20-25 °C), or directly in the ground after the last frosts. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant when the plants have 3 to 4 leaves and the soil has warmed well, spacing them 1 meter apart. Apply a thick mulch.\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 generously at the base, without wetting the foliage, to help limit powdery mildew.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace a tile or board beneath the fruits you are leaving to mature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor tender eating:\u003c\/strong\u003e harvest very young, between 8 and 10 cm, when the skin can still be scratched with a fingernail. It can then be cooked whole, skin included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e let it mature fully, harvest with 5 cm of stem, and allow it to dry in the sun before storing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest young fruits regularly: this encourages continued production.\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 grows well with \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/20-graines-de-mais-ornemental-amero\"\u003ecorn\u003c\/a\u003e and beans, the “Three Sisters” method, as well as \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/15-graines-de-capucine-naine-fleurs-jardins-amie-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003enasturtium\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/50-graines-de-bourrache-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003eborage\u003c\/a\u003e. Avoid planting it near other \u003cem\u003eCucurbita pepo\u003c\/em\u003e to limit cross-pollination. Also see \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/15-graines-de-patisson-blanc-legumes-courges-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003ewhite pattypan squash\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003evegetable garden companion planting\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts large yellow flowers, which open early in the morning, provide abundant pollen and nectar for bees and bumblebees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts broad foliage covers the soil, protects it from drying out, and shelters beneficial microfauna.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStuffed and baked, in gratins, mashed, or simply roasted. When harvested young, it can also be eaten raw, grated, like a zucchini. Its shape makes it a natural container for stuffed dishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith its star-like shape and warm color, the pattypan squash evokes prosperity and protection of the home. It often appears in traditional autumn decorations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a fruit to mature fully until the skin hardens, then remove the seeds, rinse them, and dry them flat. Be careful: \u003cem\u003eCucurbita pepo\u003c\/em\u003e cross-pollinate very easily with one another — isolate your seed plant. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose 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\u003eAn orange saucer in the vegetable garden, as decorative as it is delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51653980225869,"sku":"3760335363160","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/patisson-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1751965031"},{"product_id":"80-graines-de-murier-noir-morus-nigra","title":"80 Black Mulberry Seeds (Morus Nigra)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMorus nigra\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack mulberry, Oriental mulberry, mulberry with black fruit: not to be confused with the white mulberry, the one associated with silkworms. Cultivated since Antiquity for its juicy, slightly tart fruit, it has a reputation for being the wisest of trees: it only breaks dormancy once all risk of frost has passed, which earned it the nickname of the most cautious tree among the Romans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional longevity:\u003c\/strong\u003e it can live for more than a hundred years and develops a very picturesque, twisted form with age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedium size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 to 10 metres depending on conditions, with a spreading habit and dense foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer fruiting:\u003c\/strong\u003e purplish-black mulberries in July–August, following discreet spring flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts fruit permanently stains clothing and paving: avoid planting it above a light-coloured terrace or walkway.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatience is required: a mulberry grown from seed generally takes several years before fruiting.\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, sheltered from cold winds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich, cool, deep, slightly calcareous to neutral, and well drained. It does not tolerate acidic soils or stagnant moisture well. Adding compost at planting supports its growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 to 8 weeks of \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e is recommended. Then sow 1 cm deep in a moist, well-drained growing medium, kept between 18 and 22 °C. Allow 4 to 8 weeks for germination.\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 position, allowing room for its spreading crown. It does not tolerate late transplantation well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly during the first year; afterward, the tree becomes highly drought-resistant. Hardy down to -20 °C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune as little as possible, and only in late summer: the mulberry bleeds heavily if pruned in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe mulberries ripen gradually and detach at the slightest touch: spread a sheet on the ground and gently shake the branches, the most effective traditional method.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial companion plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt pairs well with herbs such as \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-lavande-fleurs-plante-jardin-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003etrue lavender\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/40-graines-de-sauge-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecommon sage\u003c\/a\u003e, which attract pollinators to its base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts shade protects leafy vegetables from the summer sun. However, keep it away from walnut trees, whose roots inhibit the growth of nearby plants. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/associations-legumes-potager\"\u003ecompanion planting in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts fruit is a feast for birds in midsummer: blackbirds, thrushes, and warblers flock to it, making it an excellent “diversion” tree for protecting your other small fruits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts dense crown provides shelter and nesting sites, while its leaf litter nourishes soil life — see \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/sol-vivant-bacteries-champignons\"\u003ethe basics of living soil\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelicious fresh fruit, or used in jam, syrup, wine, or dried. An excellent food-producing tree for a permaculture orchard, with genuine ornamental value as an added benefit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe black mulberry symbolises wisdom, patience, and abundance. Planted in many monasteries and royal gardens throughout Europe, it also embodies the ancient memory of these places.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrush very ripe mulberries in a little water, leave them to macerate for a few days, then rinse thoroughly: the tiny seeds will separate from the pulp. Dry them before winter stratification. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment whatsoever. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to sow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSales reserved for amateur gardeners seeking quality and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51677319823693,"sku":"3760335363177","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/murier-noir-morus-nigra-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1751965032"},{"product_id":"30-graines-de-grande-mauve-malva-sylvestris","title":"30 Seeds of Great Mallow (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 that is beautiful, edible, and attractive to 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 mauve-purple flowers veined with dark markings, from June to September and sometimes beyond if the climate remains mild.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenerous growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 1.20 m depending on conditions, with a natural, country-garden appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible life cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e perennial by nature, 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, even chalky or poor. It flowers better in lean soil than in rich soil, where it mainly produces foliage and becomes more susceptible to rust. No fertilization is 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 shelter from February onward. As its taproot does not tolerate late transplanting well, sowing in place is preferable. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires little care. Keep the plants well ventilated to limit rust, its 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\u003eHarvest the young leaves in spring, before flowering, when they are at their most tender. Pick 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 colorful, pollinator-friendly garden alongside \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/150-graines-de-soucis-fleurs-amis-jardins-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003emarigolds\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-bleuet-fleurs-plante-mellifere-jardin-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecornflowers\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/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=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-au-potager\"\u003ecombining flowers in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly attractive to pollinators, it feeds bees and bumblebees throughout a long summer period, often into autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike all plants in the mallow family, it is a host plant for butterfly caterpillars, especially the Painted Lady, a migratory butterfly that crosses the Mediterranean every year.\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\u003eThe flowers and young leaves are edible: the leaves can be prepared like spinach or used to naturally thicken soups, while the colorful petals decorate salads and desserts. See our \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-comestibles-semis-recolte-utilisation\"\u003eedible flowers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA plant traditionally used in infusions since Antiquity. See our \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMallow symbolizes gentleness and protection. It was once planted near homes to ease tensions within the household, and its color 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, wheel-shaped round 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 each year. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, 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\u003eAn all-purpose plant, beautiful in the garden and valuable in the kitchen, to sow 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\/malva-sylvestris-fleur-5-petales-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1751965031"},{"product_id":"50-graines-de-bugrane-epineuse-ononis-spinosa","title":"50 Seeds of Spiny Restharrow (Ononis Spinosa)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOnonis spinosa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpiny restharrow, ox-stopper, ox-stop: 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 the ploughing oxen to a halt. A small, inconspicuous perennial, but with 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 streaked with purple, from June to September.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpiny growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e stems armed with spines, forming a low clump 30 to 60 cm tall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional root system:\u003c\/strong\u003e its roots grow very deep, making it virtually 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 spines: 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 amendments. 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=\"\/fi-intl\/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. Patience: 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 combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt pairs well with dry-soil perennials such as \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/40-graines-de-sauge-officinale-plante-aromatique-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecommon sage\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/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=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/graines-sol-pauvre-sec\"\u003eseeds for poor, dry soil\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts flowers are visited by bees and especially bumblebees, which are strong enough to force open its 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 requiring stabilization, and borders of medicinal plant gardens. A traditional medicinal plant. See our \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA symbol of resilience and protection, because of its defensive spines and tenacious roots that stopped ploughs—a plant that does not give way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllow a few flowers to form their small pods, then harvest them when brown and dry—with gloves—before they open. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to resow, year after year, seeds that truly belong to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1751965031"},{"product_id":"600-graines-de-julienne-des-dames-hesperis-matronalis","title":"600 Seeds of Dame's Rocket (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 violet: its genus name comes from the Greek \u003cem\u003ehesperos\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning evening—and for good reason. Discreetly fragrant during the day, it releases a sweet fragrance reminiscent of lilac at dusk, filling an entire garden with its scent. Plant it 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 spontaneously 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 cool, humus-rich and well-drained, preferably neutral to alkaline. It appreciates 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 \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e for 2 to 4 weeks 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 pathway 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 prolong flowering, while leaving a few flower spikes for spontaneous self-seeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt combines well with \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/1000-graines-de-digitale-pourpre-fleurs-ornementale-semences-paysannes\"\u003efoxglove\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/600-graines-de-campanule-carillon-campanula-medium\"\u003eCanterbury bells\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/70-graines-de-nigelle-de-damas-nigella-damascena\"\u003elove-in-a-mist\u003c\/a\u003e in a cottage garden. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-au-potager\"\u003ecombining flowers with the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts nocturnal fragrance is not merely decorative: it specifically attracts moths and hawk moths, valuable wildlife that is rarely fed in gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring the day, its flowers are heavily visited by bees and 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 garnish for salads. See our \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-comestibles-semis-recolte-utilisation\"\u003eedible flowers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\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 the name “dame's rocket.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few flower spikes to form their long siliques, then harvest them once they are brown and dry, before they open. It also readily self-seeds. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003esaving your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical 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 yourself a garden filled 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-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1751965033"},{"product_id":"200-graines-de-nigelle-despagne-nigella-hispanica-papillosa","title":"200 Seeds of Spanish Nigella (Nigella hispanica papillosa)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNigella hispanica\u003c\/em\u003e “Papillosa”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpanish nigella, papillosa nigella, Spanish Venus’s hair: even more spectacular than its cousin, love-in-a-mist, it bears large deep-blue flowers whose prominent black stamens form an almost graphic crown at the heart of the corolla. Then comes a second spectacle: its swollen, lantern-shaped fruits, which are a delight in dried bouquets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStriking flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e intense blue to violet, with highly visible black stamens, from June to August.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative fruits:\u003c\/strong\u003e swollen lantern-like capsules, as ornamental as the flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAiry foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e finely divided, it surrounds the flower with a wispy ruff. Up to 60 cm tall.\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, well-drained, preferably alkaline and not too rich. Like many Mediterranean plants, it performs best in poor soil and dislikes stagnant moisture. No fertilization required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e no stratification necessary. Sow in pots from March, or directly in the ground from April onward, barely covering the seeds with a few millimeters of soil: light aids germination. Ideal temperature: 15–20 °C. As its root system does not tolerate transplanting well, direct sowing in place is preferable. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlmost none. Stagger sowings every three weeks to extend flowering, and leave a few capsules to form for dried bouquets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor dried bouquets, cut the stems when the capsules are fully swollen and beginning to change color, before they open, then dry them upside down.\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 wonderfully with \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-cosmos-blanc-rose-et-rouge-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecosmos\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-bleuet-fleurs-plante-mellifere-jardin-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecornflower\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/250-graines-de-coquelicot-sauvage-jardin-fleur-semences-paysannes\"\u003ewild poppy\u003c\/a\u003e in a flowering meadow. See our \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/graines-sol-pauvre-sec\"\u003eseeds for poor, dry soil\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts wide-open flowers and accessible pollen attract bees and bumblebees, which remain active around them throughout the summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds, left standing, 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\u003eBeds, borders, wild gardens, and flowering meadows. Highly valued in both fresh and dried bouquets for its ornamental capsules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLike all nigellas, it is associated with freedom, delicacy, and unrequited love, because of its brief flowering period and the complexity of its flowers enclosed in their ruff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few capsules to turn brown and dry completely on the plant until they open at the top, then turn them upside down over a container. Nigella also readily self-seeds from one year to the next. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Commitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for living things as our guiding principle. Based near the 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\u003eSales reserved for home gardeners seeking quality and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51678515724621,"sku":"3760335363214","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/nigelle-d-espagne-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1751965031"},{"product_id":"50-graines-dipomee-cardinal-ipomoea-quamoclit-cardinalis","title":"50 Seeds of Cardinal Ipomoea (Ipomoea quamoclit cardinalis)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIpomoea quamoclit\u003c\/em\u003e “Cardinal”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCardinal climber, cypress vine, hummingbird vine, feathered quamoclit: its foliage, so finely cut that it resembles fern lace, has earned it these poetic nicknames. Small, perfectly formed scarlet stars stand out against this airy, cloudlike vegetation—a contrast few annual climbers can match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast-growing climber:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 3 metres in a single season, ideal for covering trellises, pergolas and fences.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStar-shaped flowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright scarlet red, all summer until the first frosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLace-like foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e very finely divided, light and airy.\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\u003eMorning glory seeds are toxic if ingested\u003c\/strong\u003e: they contain alkaloids and must never be consumed. Keep them out of reach of children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrost-tender plant, destroyed by the first frosts: it is an annual in our climate.\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; it needs warmth to flower well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, well-drained, poor to moderately fertile. Important: in soil that is too rich, it produces abundant foliage at the expense of flowers. Do not fertilise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e no stratification is necessary, but soak the seeds in lukewarm water for 12 to 24 hours before sowing to soften their hard seed coat and significantly improve germination. Sow indoors from March or directly in the ground after the last frosts (April–May), at a depth of 0.5–1 cm. Germination in 10 to 20 days at 20–25 °C. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace it at the base of a support when planting: the plant climbs by twining its stems and quickly seeks something to cling to.\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 moderately. Guide the young stems onto their support during the first few weeks.\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 combines well with other annual climbers such as \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/15-graines-de-capucine-naine-fleurs-jardins-amie-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003enasturtiums\u003c\/a\u003e, and can provide light shade for plants that are sensitive to direct 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\u003eIts red tubular flowers are designed for long-tongued pollinators: in our climate, butterflies and hawkmoths benefit from them, particularly the hummingbird hawkmoth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts dense foliage on a support provides shelter appreciated by beneficial insects. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-au-potager\"\u003ecombining flowers with the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor adorning fences, wire fencing, trellises and arbors; ideal in a cottage garden or in a pot on a balcony with a support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe cardinal climber symbolises vivid passion and fleeting beauty: each flower lasts only one day, but new ones appear continuously throughout the summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few flowers to form their small seed capsules, then harvest them once they are brown and dry, before they open. Clearly label the packet, given the toxicity of the seeds. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to restore gardeners’ 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":51678924046669,"sku":"3760335363221","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/ipomee-cardinal-climber-feuilles-filiformes-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1751965031"},{"product_id":"200-graines-de-celosie-crete-de-coq-celosia-argentea-cristata-nana","title":"200 Seeds of Cockscomb Celosia (Celosia argentea cristata nana)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCelosia argentea\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003ecristata\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Nana’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCockscomb celosia, cockscomb amaranth, velvet flower, cockscomb: its velvety, undulating, densely fasciated inflorescences closely resemble a rooster’s comb. This curious botanical phenomenon—a fasciation stabilized through selection—produces one of the most astonishing textures in the plant world, almost mineral to the touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVelvety inflorescences:\u003c\/strong\u003e undulating crests in flamboyant colors—red, pink, orange, and yellow—from July to October.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDwarf variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e compact growth ideal for flower beds, borders, and especially container growing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent for drying:\u003c\/strong\u003e its colors remain vivid for years in dried bouquets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA tropical plant, it is frost-sensitive: destroyed by the first frosts, it is 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\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun and warmth are essential for intense colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, well-drained, and enriched with mature compost. Unlike many annuals in this catalog, celosia appreciates fertile soil. However, it dislikes stagnant moisture and cold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e no stratification required. Sow in pots from February to April under heated cover (20–22 °C), or directly in the ground from May onward, after the last frosts. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant into the ground in May, spacing plants 25 to 30 cm apart. Handle young plants carefully: celosia does not tolerate being disturbed well, so individual pots are preferable.\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 but regularly at the base, without wetting the foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor dried bouquets, cut the crests at full color, before they begin to set seed, and hang them upside down in a dark, well-ventilated place: darkness preserves the intensity of the colors.\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 very well with \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/150-graines-de-rose-mystique-zinnia-fleurs-semences-paysannes\"\u003ezinnia\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/150-graines-d-oeillets-dinde-fleurs-amis-jardins-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003emarigold\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-cosmos-blanc-rose-et-rouge-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecosmos\u003c\/a\u003e for dazzling summer displays. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-au-potager\"\u003ecombining flowers in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts inflorescences attract pollinators without competing with other flowering species in the bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts seeds, left standing in autumn, feed small 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\u003eOrnamental in flower beds, borders, and planters; highly valued as a cut flower and in dried bouquets. Its young leaves are also eaten as a leafy vegetable in several countries in Africa and Asia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCelosia is associated with pride, flair, and originality. Its ability to retain its colors in a dried bouquet has also made it a symbol of immortality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few crests to ripen fully on the plant, then shake them over a sheet of paper: the tiny, shiny black seeds will fall abundantly. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Commitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for 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 conviction: 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":51679116362061,"sku":"3760335363238","price":4.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/celosie-crete-de-coq-fond-blanc.webp?v=1751969776"},{"product_id":"20-graines-de-plume-dindien-ipomoea-versicolor-quamoclit-lobata","title":"20 Seeds of Indian Feather (Ipomoea versicolor quamoclit lobata)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIpomoea lobata\u003c\/em\u003e (syn. \u003cem\u003eMina lobata\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eQuamoclit lobata\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndian plume, flame vine, fire vine, Spanish flag: its one-sided inflorescences are a living gradient. Each cluster simultaneously bears scarlet-red buds at the tip, orange flowers in the middle, and pale-yellow flowers at the base—the colors becoming lighter as each flower opens. Hence its nickname, Spanish flag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGradient inflorescences:\u003c\/strong\u003e one-sided clusters shifting from scarlet red to pale yellow, all summer until the first frosts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e vigorous climber that covers a support in a single season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-hardy annual:\u003c\/strong\u003e must be sown every year in our climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike all morning glories, its seeds are toxic if ingested: do not consume them and keep them out of the reach of children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny; it needs warmth to flower well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, well-drained, ordinary to poor. Soil that is too rich promotes foliage at the expense of flowers: do not fertilize.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e no stratification required, but soaking for 12 hours in lukewarm water significantly improves germination. Sow in pots from March onward (20–25 °C), or directly in the ground after the last frosts. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide support from the first leaves: the vine quickly seeks something to cling to and becomes tangled if left trailing on 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 but moderately. Guide the young stems onto their support during the first few weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect alongside other annual climbers such as \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/15-graines-de-capucine-naine-fleurs-jardins-amie-potager-semences-paysannes\"\u003enasturtium\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/50-graines-dipomee-cardinal-ipomoea-quamoclit-cardinalis\"\u003ecardinal climber\u003c\/a\u003e, its close relative, to create a textured living wall. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-au-potager\"\u003ecombining flowers with the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts nectar-rich tubular flowers attract butterflies and long-tongued bumblebees, as well as hawk moths at dusk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts dense foliage on a support provides shelter appreciated by 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\u003eCovering fences, pergolas, trellises, and balcony railings. Its flowering stems also make beautiful, unusual bouquets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Indian plume evokes exoticism and transformation through its changing colors within a single cluster—a botanical metaphor for transition and movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAllow a few flowers to form seed capsules, then harvest them once they are brown and dry, before they open. Clearly label the packet because the seeds are toxic. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, with no chemical treatment. Our belief: to give gardeners back the ability to sow, 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":51679923732813,"sku":"3760335363245","price":4.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/plume-d-indien-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1751965032"},{"product_id":"500-graines-de-belle-californienne-leptosiphon-linanthus-androsaceus","title":"500 Seeds of California Poppy (Leptosiphon linanthus androsaceus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLeptosiphon androsaceus\u003c\/em\u003e (syn. \u003cem\u003eLinanthus androsaceus\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalifornia belle, leptosiphon, linanthus, mountain phlox: this little annual from the hills of California produces a myriad of tiny star-shaped flowers in pastel shades — white, pink, yellow, and apricot — borne on foliage so fine that only the flowers can be seen. A spontaneous meadow effect achieved in just a few weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePastel mix:\u003c\/strong\u003e a cloud of small star-shaped flowers in white, pink, yellow, and apricot, from May to September.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight growth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 to 40 cm, with very finely divided foliage that creates an airy texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy annual:\u003c\/strong\u003e fast growth and generous flowering, with no particular 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 or light partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, well-drained, and rather poor — absolutely avoid overly rich soils, which produce exuberant foliage and few flowers. No fertilization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e no stratification required. Sow in place from March to June, or in pots from February under cover. Please note that it is sensitive to frost: do not sow too early outdoors. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/comment-semer-graines-coton-godet-terre\"\u003ehow to sow your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare advice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater moderately. Stagger sowings to extend flowering through September.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeneficial combinations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine with \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/100-graines-de-cosmos-blanc-rose-et-rouge-semences-paysannes\"\u003ecosmos\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/150-graines-de-rose-mystique-zinnia-fleurs-semences-paysannes\"\u003ezinnia\u003c\/a\u003e, or its fellow Californian, the \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/products\/150-graines-de-pavot-de-californie-fleurs-melliferes-semences-paysannes\"\u003eCalifornia poppy\u003c\/a\u003e, for a spontaneous meadow effect. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/fleurs-au-potager\"\u003ecombining flowers in the vegetable garden\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits for biodiversity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts tiny open-corolla flowers are accessible to small pollinators with short tongues, often overlooked by large flowers: hoverflies, tiny bees, and butterflies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts long flowering period, from May to September, spreads resources throughout the entire warm season.\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, rock gardens, planters, wildflower meadow mixes, and country-style borders. An excellent choice for quickly revegetating bare areas and for wildflower bouquets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe California belle evokes freshness, innocence, and wild freedom, in the spirit of the wide-open spaces of the American West.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollecting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLeave a few faded flowers to form their small capsules, then harvest them once they are brown and dry, before they open on their own. The seeds are tiny: work over a sheet of paper. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003ehow to store your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose open-pollinated, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, 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\u003eSales reserved for amateur gardeners seeking quality and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51680072106317,"sku":"3760335363252","price":4.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/belle-californienne-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1751965030"},{"product_id":"5-graines-de-ginkgo-biloba","title":"5 Ginkgo Biloba Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGinkgo biloba\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaidenhair tree, fossil tree, silver apricot, Yin Xing: a true living relic, the ginkgo is the only surviving species of an entire family that has existed on Earth for more than 270 million years—it lived alongside the dinosaurs. Its French nickname comes from an 18th-century botanist who is said to have paid forty écus to acquire a sapling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnique foliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e fan-shaped leaves unlike any other in the plant kingdom, turning a brilliant golden yellow in autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtremely hardy:\u003c\/strong\u003e it withstands temperatures down to -30 °C and tolerates urban pollution remarkably well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlow-growing:\u003c\/strong\u003e reaches 15 to 25 meters at maturity when planted in the ground, but only after several decades of patience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe ginkgo is dioecious: female trees produce fleshy fruits with a very unpleasant odor as they decompose. With a seed-grown plant, it is impossible to know its sex for many years—avoid planting it alongside a walkway if this could be an issue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe fruit pulp can irritate the skin: handle it while wearing 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 full sun or partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, deep, and well-drained. It adapts remarkably well to poor, compacted, and even urban soils, which explains its presence in so many cities. It is mainly sensitive to waterlogged conditions. No fertilization needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e moist \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/stratification-a-froid-graines\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e for 60 to 90 days is necessary. Then sow in spring, in a pot or directly in the ground, at a depth of 2–3 cm. Germination is slow: allow 1 to 2 months, sometimes longer.\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 as a standalone specimen in a large space, or grow it in a container: the ginkgo is one of the most popular species for bonsai, thanks to its distinctive foliage. See our guide \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/creer-un-bonsai-a-partir-d-une-graine-guide\"\u003ecreating a bonsai from a seed\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 the first few years; afterward, the tree becomes highly self-sufficient. No pruning is necessary when grown in the ground.\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 light shade and slow growth make it suitable for planting with shade-loving or autumn-flowering perennials at its base. It is also magnificent as a standalone specimen.\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 exceptional tolerance of pollution makes it a valuable tree for greening degraded urban environments, where few species thrive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIts foliage is attacked by virtually no pests—a resistance inherited from 270 million years of evolution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrnamental as a standalone specimen, in urban avenues, or as bonsai. A major traditional medicinal plant in Chinese herbal medicine. See our \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/plantes-medicinales-a-semer\"\u003emedicinal plants to sow\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA sacred tree in Asian tradition, the ginkgo symbolizes longevity, resilience, and inner peace. Six ginkgo trees survived the Hiroshima bombing less than two kilometers from the hypocenter and are still alive today, making the species a universal emblem of hope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting your own seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCollect fallen fruits in autumn—with gloves—carefully remove the pulp, and rinse the seed, which resembles a small beige pistachio. Store it in a cool place until stratification. See \u003ca href=\"\/fi-intl\/blogs\/le-coin-des-graines\/conserver-ses-graines\"\u003estoring your seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e at SemiSauvage - Permaculture, we grow and select our seeds with respect for all living things as our guiding principle. Based near the Auvergne Volcanoes, we choose reproducible, non-hybrid varieties, tested for their germination rate, carefully sorted and packaged, 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\u003ePlant a fragment of natural history with these ginkgo biloba seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SemiSauvage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51732003946829,"sku":"3760335363269","price":4.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/files\/ginkgo-fond-blanc-semisauvage-permaculture-graines-reproductibles.webp?v=1751965031"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1658\/2477\/collections\/collection-nouveaute-permaculture-graines-semi-sauvage.png?v=1731335297","url":"https:\/\/semisauvage.com\/fi-intl\/collections\/nouveautes.oembed","provider":"SemiSauvage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}