decorative

Common Yarrow

Common name: Common Yarrow

Scientific name: Achillea millefolium

Family: Compositae

Uses: Cosmetic, decorative, medicinal.Cosmetic uses include an astringent and for cleansing and an addition to skin lotions. Decorative use include making a yellow to olive dye and attractive flowers. Flowers dry nicely and can be used in wreaths or arrangements, or use them in fresh florals too. Yarrow is said to have some medicinal properties. Some people are allergic to yarrow.

Chive, garlic

Common name: Chive, garlic

Scientific name: Allium tuberosum

Family: Liliaceae

Uses: Culinary, decorative.Garlic chives have attractive flowers and can be used in containers. Culinary uses include salads, soups, soft cheese, herbal butters, herbal vinegars, & grilled meats. It also attracts butterflies.

History: Also known as Chinese Chives, this herb was first recorded between 4000 and 5000 years ago in China.

Chive


Common name: Chive

Scientific name: Allium schoenoprasum

Family: Amaryllidaceae

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