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Welsh Onion. (Allium fistulosum) P. Ht. 12”.  

The Welsh Onion actually comes from Siberia! Usually used as an alternative to chives but the bulblets may be pulled like a spring onion.

 

Woad ( Isatis tinctoria) Bi. Ht. 4’.

Famous throughout history as a blue dye plant although the flowers are, in fact,  yellow. The fluffy flower sprays produce large, black seeds which are popular with flower arrangers. The leaves are pulped and fermented to produce dye.

 

Woodruff, Sweet (Asperula oderata) P. Ht. 8”.

A delicate plant for a shady spot. Native in woodland. Small white flowers and unusual whorls of smooth leaves that have the scent of new mown hay when dried. Use in sachets for lien cupboards. Makes a soothing tea.

 

Wormwood (Atemisia absinthium) P. Ht. 3’.

Small shrub with large decorative grey foliage. Bitter herb with strong aroma. Good moth repellent. Used medicinally against worms.