1000+ WORMWOOD SEEDS PEST MOSQUITO DEER REPELLENT HERB MEDICINAL PERENNIAL USA

Description: We are proud to welcome you to The Green Grove Garden. We were active plant propagators and Nursery owners for a number of years specializing in the production of plant plugs and seedlings for our on farm use. We have learned a great deal about seedling production, proper storage, handling and identification of quality seeds to be able to offer you the finest and freshest seeds available. Here is another of our prized offerings: 1000+ WORMWOOD SEEDS PEST MOSQUITO DEER REPELLENT HERB MEDICINAL PERENNIAL USA * Wormwood, is likely, the number one deer repelling plant, and is excellent for repelling mosquitoes. It has been found that deer and other marauding creatures find the smell repulsive and will leave the area where wormwood is planted.* The smell of wormwood is strong even to insects and especially mosquitoes. In fact, poultry farmers can use the leaves of wormwood to ward of fleas, ticks and other nasty insects like the dreaded Red Mite that find the smell unappealing. Contact a Veterinarian before administering wormwood and other plants to animals.* Not only does the smell of wormwood repel insects but it is reported that it can even kill insects and parasites effectively. * If wormwood extract, made from soaked leaves, is given orally to poultry and other farm animals in measured doses, internal parasites can be killed off!* A moth, snail and slug repellent can be made by taking the crushed leaves and soaking in a water solution. This tea can then be sprayed on the plants to repel these vicious creatures!* The above ground plant parts of wormwood are also used to treat various human ailments. Wormwood has been reported to benefit those suffering from gall bladder issues, upset stomach and intestinal issues. * In Mexico, wormwood tea is made to effectively treat vomiting and diarrhea.* The famous liquor Absinthe is made from wormwood. This high alcohol content drink has been depicted in many paintings from Van Gogh to Albert Maignan!* Wormwood, with its unusual silver green hue and serrated like leaves, also looks appealing in the landscape as a decorative ornamental but keep well spaced from other plants.* It is also a very hardy plant that can withstand extreme cold being hardy to zone 4. In addition, as mentioned before, insects do not find the aroma of wormwood very appealing at all!* Wormwood is also a great container plant specimen and could even be used as a houseplant to repel insects but also purify the air! * Always seek a Physician's opinion before using herbs for medicinal purposes. Culture Notes: Sunlight -Full/Part Shade Days to Germination-~21 days at 68 Fahrenheit Life Cycle-Hardy Perennial Sowing- Indoors in well draining mix but pre-moisten mix first overnight then sow the extremely tiny seeds onto the surface of the medium, and very gently press into medium so as not to bury them because they need light to germinate. Mixing the near dust like seeds with sterilized sand is reported to help in spreading them evenly on media. Next, apply a plastic dome to the top of the seed tray and remove dome once per day to aerate seeds. Also, use a fine mist spray bottle, at this time, to "Very" lightly spray to keep media moist. Days to Maturity-variable Sowing Depth-Surface as light is needed for germination We also offer numerous other complementary herbs, vegetables and flowers for the garden. Check out our other items for additional varieties of flowers! We periodically run various specials so please look to see if we have any volume discounts available. Customer Service: Your success is our success. If you feel like you cannot leave us a 5 star rating or if you have any issues with your order, like damaged or wrong items etc...just send us a note and we'll promptly resolve the issue for you. Combined Shipping!: Seeds are packaged in a small poly bag. In an effort to keep costs low, and pass the savings onto you, we do not offer specific planting directions on seed packets. If you cannot locate planting instructions for your specific conditions, contact us and we'll do our best to instruct you on the proper methods. Be sure to check out our fantastic selection of other items and specials. Thank-you for your support!

Price: 2.89 USD

Location: Greenville, Michigan

End Time: 2024-02-11T18:47:51.000Z

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