Thank you for your interest in herb plants from MeadowSweet Herbs & Flowers. I've closed plant order processing for 2024/5 season. Online orders for plants will open again mid August for pre-orders with plants being shipped from mid September onwards.
Seeds will become available from May.
If you are interested in my Mini Grow & Use Guides, please email me for processing at minette@tonoli.co.nz during the shop's vacation dates.
The physical nursery and gates sales table plant stand is also closed over winter and will be up and running in spring 2025 for the 2025/26 growing season.
Always happy to answer emails, and remember to follow my socials for herb inspiration throughout the year. @meadowsweetherbsnz on both Insta and Facebook.
Epilobium angustifolium, commonly known as Willow Herb, features tall spikes of pink to purple flowers and narrow leaves, thriving in moist habitats. This perennial herb is valued for its medicinal properties in treating various health issues and is also edible, with its parts used in herbal medicine and culinary practices. Additionally, Willow Herb serves as a vital nectar source for bees and butterflies, contributing to local pollinator populations and biodiversity.
Willow Herb, scientifically known as Epilobium angustifolium, is a graceful perennial herbaceous plant boasting tall spikes of vibrant pink to purple flowers. With narrow leaves and a spreading growth habit, this plant thrives in moist meadows, along riverbanks, and in open woodlands. Willow Herb is valued for its medicinal properties, with various parts of the plant used in traditional herbal medicine to treat ailments like urinary tract infections, digestive issues, and skin conditions. Additionally, its young shoots and leaves are edible, offering a slightly bitter taste that can be used in salads or cooked dishes. As a nectar source for bees and butterflies, Willow Herb plays a crucial role in supporting local pollinator populations and enhancing biodiversity in natural ecosystems.
