Seeds for Edible Landscape Plants

Edible landscaping is the use of food-producing plants in the constructed landscape, principally the residential landscape. Edible landscapes combine fruit and nut trees, berry bushes, vegetables, herbs, edible flowers and ornamental plants into aesthetically pleasing designs.

There are many reasons to incorporate edible plants into the residential landscape. These include:
To enjoy the freshness and flavor of home-grown, fully ripened fruits and vegetables.
To control the quantity and kind of pesticides and herbicides used on the foods you consume.
To increase the food security of your household.
To save on grocery bills.
To grow unusual varieties not available in stores.
To get outside, interact with the natural world, and have fun.

Edible landscaping is as old as gardening itself and has undergone a recent revival. Ancient Persian gardens combined both edible and ornamental plants. Medieval monastic gardens included fruits, vegetables, flowers, and medicinal herbs. Plans for 19th century English suburban yards, which modeled themselves after country estates, often included edible fruits and berries. The edible components of residential landscapes were largely lost in this country to the now familiar shade trees, lawns, and foundation plantings.

LET055 Baby Orange

Winner of the fleuroselect 2020, this variety is truly beautiful. This variety is a real breakthrough in nasturtiums, creating a ball-like habit which is covered in flowers, rather than an untidy mess. Small, dark green leaves contrast beautifully against the tangerine orange flowers.
Perfect to grow in the corners of your flower beds as they won't take over or swamp your garden or grow in containers. Leaves and petals can be added to salads, seedpods can be pickled and used as you would capers. Baby Orange grows to a height of about 12–16 inches and spread about 8–12 inches. An extra bonus is that both the leaves and flowers are edible!

AW83 Baby Rose

2019 AAS Flower Winner. Exciting news! The last nasturtium AAS Winner was back in the early days, in the 1930’s. Now it’s time to introduce a wonderful rose colored nasturtium perfect for today’s gardens. Baby Rose is a petite-flowered, mounding variety with healthy, dark foliage ideal for containers and small space gardens. AAS’ expert judges praised the uniformly compact plants that sported flowers with consistent coloration. Their compact habit means less "flower flopping" with their blooms remaining upright throughout the season. The rose color is uncommon in nasturtiums and contrasts beautifully with the dark-green foliage. Bonus: both the leaves and flowers are edible!

MON018 Baby Gold

2025 AAS Ornamental Winner. Oh Baby! A new color in the popular Baby series of nasturtiums! If you love Baby Rose, then Baby Gold is a “must-add” for your garden. The Baby series is known for being a petite-flowered, mounding variety with healthy, dark foliage ideal for containers and small space gardens. AAS' expert judges praised the uniformly compact plants that produced intense gold-colored flowers that did not fade. Their compact habit means less "flower flopping" with their blooms remaining upright throughout the season. The golden yellow color contrasts beautifully with the dark green foliage. Bonus: both the leaves and flowers are edible! This variety is also the recipient of the Fleuroselect award for performance in European trials.
Perfect to grow in the corners of your flower beds as they won't take over or swamp your garden or grow in containers. Leaves and petals can be added to salads, seedpods can be pickled and used as you would capers. Baby Gold grows to a height of about 12–16 inches and spread about 8–12 inches. An extra bonus is that both the leaves and flowers are edible!

MON019 Baby Yellow

2025 AAS Ornamental Winner Oh Baby! A new color in the popular Baby series of nasturtiums! If you love Baby Rose then Baby Yellow should also be considered. The Baby series is known for being a floriferous, petite, mounding variety with healthy, dark foliage ideal for containers and small space gardens. AAS’ expert judges praised the uniformly compact plants that produced soft yellow flowers. Their compact habit means less “flower flopping” with their blooms remaining upright throughout the season. The soft yellow color provides a nice contrast against the dark-green foliage. This variety is also the recipient of the Fleuroselect award for performance in European trials.
Perfect to grow in the corners of your flower beds as they won't take over or swamp your garden or grow in containers. Leaves and petals can be added to salads, seedpods can be pickled and used as you would capers. Baby Yellow grows to a height of about 12–16 inches and spread about 8–12 inches. An extra bonus is that both the leaves and flowers are edible!

AW56 Trailing Nasturtium Mix ( Tropaeolum majus )

Brilliant blossoms contrast with abundant green foliage.
Flowers in red, rose, orange, and yellow. Perfect for hanging baskets and containers, or even as a ground cover. Use the leaves, pods, and flowers in salads or as garnishes, or stuff the flowers with soft cheese. The flowers can be minced and added to butters and the immature seed heads can be pickled. Nasturtiums are a popular choice for adding color to salad mix. Will "climb" if tied to upright supports. Also known as garden nasturtium and Indian cress

LET818 Everleaf Thai Tower ( Ocimum basilicum )

Everleaf Emerald Tower Basil is a beautiful herb that is known for its striking appearance and delicious flavor. This basil variety has a sweet, slightly spicy taste that is similar to traditional Genovese basil. It is commonly used in Italian cuisine, particularly in pesto sauces and other herb-heavy dishes.
Named for its unique growth habit which features tall, upright stems, the leaves of the plant are a vibrant shade of green and have a glossy, slightly ruffled texture. It is beautiful in pots, and this boldly flavored basil is slow to bolt. 65 days.

JB178 Balls Improved Orange Calendula

These stunning 3" double blooms are a deep orange hue with the classic Calendula aroma, which acts as a natural mosquito repellent. This easy-to-grow annual is lovely as a cut flower or as a garnish. Grows to a height of about 24 inches. From seeds to flower in about 7 weeks.

3596 Florist Blue Boy ( Centaurea cyanus )

Classic cornflowers with many uses. Also known as cornflower, garden cornflower, and bachelor's buttons.
This is an easy-to-grow annual heirloom cut-flower. The double flowers have a light fragrance. They are a mysterious color that appears purple or blue at different times during the day. The plants are carefree and drought tolerant.
Upright plants produce abundant 1-1½" blooms and grows about 24 to 36 inches tall.
Prefers cool temperatures. Edible Flowers: Use the petals of this great edible flower for decorating desserts. Centaurea is also a popular choice for brightening up salad mix. Flavor is bland and mildly floral.

D2285 Strawberry Tree ( Arbutus )

Strawberry Tree is a beautiful evergreen shrub or small tree admired for its glossy foliage, ornamental bark, fragrant flowers, and unique strawberry-like fruits. Native to the Mediterranean region and parts of western Europe, this attractive plant provides year-round interest and is one of the most decorative edible landscape plants available to gardeners.

One of the Strawberry Tree's most fascinating characteristics is that flowers and ripening fruit often appear on the plant at the same time. Delicate clusters of white bell-shaped flowers bloom while colorful fruits mature from yellow to orange and finally brilliant red, creating a stunning display that lasts for months.

Its attractive form, drought tolerance, and exceptional ornamental value make it an outstanding choice for gardens, landscapes, and wildlife plantings.

Uses

Excellent ornamental evergreen tree or large shrub.
Produces attractive strawberry-like edible fruits.
Flowers attract bees and other beneficial pollinators.
Fruits attract birds and wildlife.
Ideal specimen tree for Mediterranean and drought-tolerant landscapes.
Provides year-round interest with flowers, fruit, bark, and foliage.

Garden Growing

Strawberry Tree performs best when planted directly in the landscape where it has room to develop into a handsome evergreen specimen. Choose a location with well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade.

Once established, plants are remarkably drought tolerant and require relatively little maintenance. They adapt well to a variety of soil types provided drainage is adequate.

The attractive reddish-brown bark becomes increasingly ornamental with age, adding winter interest even when flowers and fruit are absent.

Germination Instructions

Sow seeds in a moist, well-draining seed-starting mix.
Cold stratification for 30–60 days may improve germination.
Cover seeds lightly with soil.
Maintain temperatures of 65–75°F (18–24°C).
Keep soil evenly moist but not saturated.
Germination may occur in 30–90 days.
Provide bright light once seedlings emerge.

Growing Information

Botanical Name: Arbutus unedo
Common Name: Strawberry Tree
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub or Small Tree
Height: 10–25 feet
Spread: 10–20 feet
Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Requirements: Low to Moderate
Soil: Well-draining soil
USDA Zones: 7–10
Growth Rate: Moderate

Flowers and Fruit

In autumn and early winter, Strawberry Tree produces clusters of charming white or pale pink bell-shaped flowers. These are followed by round ornamental fruits that gradually ripen from yellow and orange to bright red over many months.

The colorful fruits resemble small strawberries in appearance and often remain on the tree while a new crop of flowers develops, creating a uniquely attractive display.

Why Grow Strawberry Tree?

Few landscape plants offer as much year-round beauty as the Strawberry Tree. Its glossy evergreen foliage, ornamental bark, fragrant flowers, colorful fruits, wildlife value, and drought tolerance make it a true four-season performer. Whether grown as a specimen tree, patio focal point, or wildlife-friendly landscape plant, Strawberry Tree brings exceptional beauty and character to the garden.

2121 Oregon Grape ( Mahonia aquifolium )

Oregon Grape is a handsome evergreen shrub prized for its glossy holly-like foliage, brilliant yellow spring flowers, and clusters of attractive blue-purple berries. Native to western North America, this durable plant is the state flower of Oregon and has long been valued for its ornamental beauty, wildlife benefits, and adaptability to a wide range of garden conditions.

Throughout the year, Oregon Grape provides exceptional landscape interest. In spring, fragrant yellow flower spikes brighten the garden and attract pollinators. By summer, the flowers mature into clusters of dusty blue berries that are highly attractive to birds. During autumn and winter, the evergreen foliage often develops beautiful shades of bronze, burgundy, and purple.

Its combination of year-round beauty and toughness makes Oregon Grape one of the finest native shrubs for landscape use.

Uses

Outstanding evergreen ornamental shrub for landscapes and woodland gardens.
Produces bright yellow flowers that attract bees and pollinators.
Blue berries provide food for birds and wildlife.
Excellent for naturalized plantings and native gardens.
Useful as a hedge, foundation planting, or specimen shrub.
Provides year-round color and texture in the landscape.

Garden Growing

Oregon Grape performs best when planted directly in the landscape where it can develop into a dense, attractive shrub. It adapts well to both full sun and partial shade, although plants often appreciate afternoon shade in hotter climates.

Once established, Oregon Grape is remarkably drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance. It grows well in a variety of soils provided drainage is adequate.

Its ability to thrive in woodland conditions makes it especially valuable beneath trees and in partially shaded gardens.

Germination Instructions

Cold stratify seeds for 60–90 days before sowing.
Sow seeds approximately 1/4 inch deep in moist seed-starting mix.
Maintain temperatures of 60–70°F (15–21°C).
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Germination may require several weeks to several months.
Provide bright indirect light after emergence.

Growing Information

Botanical Name: Mahonia aquifolium
Common Name: Oregon Grape
Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
Height: 3–6 feet
Spread: 3–5 feet
Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Requirements: Low to Moderate
Soil: Well-draining soil
USDA Zones: 5–8
Growth Rate: Moderate

Flowers and Berries

In early to mid-spring, Oregon Grape produces striking clusters of bright yellow flowers that create a vivid contrast against the dark evergreen foliage. These fragrant blooms are followed by ornamental blue-purple berries that often appear in abundance during summer.

The berries are highly attractive to birds and contribute significantly to the plant's wildlife value.

Why Grow Oregon Grape?

Oregon Grape offers gardeners a rare combination of evergreen beauty, seasonal flowers, colorful berries, wildlife value, and exceptional toughness. Its ability to thrive in sun or shade, tolerate drought once established, and provide year-round interest makes it one of the most versatile shrubs for the home landscape. Whether used in native plant gardens, woodland settings, or ornamental borders, Oregon Grape delivers beauty in every season.

Features: The bright yellow flowers are beautiful against the lustrous blue green leaves. The bright blue berries on dark red stems are even more striking. The grape like berries can be made into jelly.
Oregon Grape Jelly Recipe.

3588 Red Spike ( Amaranthus cruentus )

Outstanding dark red cut flower material. Ideal color and form for late summer and fall arrangements. We found Red Spike to be more useful in arrangements than other amaranth varieties because of its gracefully arched, feathery plumes. When plants are young and leaves are tender, the foliage makes a nice edible green.
An annual plant growing 48-60 inches tall.

Image: By Daniel Capilla [CC BY-SA 4.0], from Wikimedia Commons

D2267 Pomegranate ( Punica )

A very decorative ornamental that has a pleasant tasting fruit. It has vermilion red flowers and small glossy leaves.
Pomegranates are adaptable to many soil types, though they grow best in loamy soil with good drainage. The ideal climate is zones 7 to 12, with short, mild winters and low humidity. They may be grown in containers in colder places, and kept indoors or in a greenhouse over winter.
It is not necessary to prune your pomegranate trees, but it can help with ease of harvest, better fruit, and for a shapelier tree. Pomegranates naturally grow in bush-form, and produce lots of suckers. This is ideal for hedges or living walls, but not for most other situations.

Image: Georg Slickers Wikimedia

D2220 Honey Locusts ( Gleditsia )

This tree is cultivated for its golden fern-like foliage. The small, greenish-yellow flowers bloom in May and June and are fragrant. The fruit are actually 7" to 18" long, twisted, flattened pods, approximately 1" wide and strap-like, color changes from green to dark brown. The pulp is sweet and thus the name. The pods are often fermented to make beer or to feed to livestock. Beware, lots of thorns! Hardy to zone 4.

HR175 Oregano ( Origanum vulgare )

Best suited for zones 4-8. This is an herb that is grown almost exclusively for culinary use. A rhizomatous, sprawling plant which typically grows to 18" tall with a similar spread. Features pungently aromatic, flavorful, oval, dark green leaves (to 1" long) which are commonly used in cooking as a seasoning. Leaves may be clipped fresh as needed or dried for year-round use. Best leaf flavor usually occurs just prior to flowering, but the quality of flavor can vary considerably from plant to plant. Tiny, white to rosy pink flowers appear in loose, terminal or axillary spikes throughout the summer.

Image: Meggar at Wikimedia

E3102 Juneberry, Saskatoon Serviceberry ( Amelanchier alnifolia )

Low water requirements, grows as high as 10,000 feet. A deciduous shrub that seldom exceeds 15 feet in height and occasionally suckering to form a slowly spreading clump. An easily grown plant, it prefers a rich loamy soil and thrives in any soil that is not too dry or water-logged. The largest yields, and best quality fruits, are produced when the plant is grown in a sunny position, though it should also do reasonably well in semi-shade. The plants are fairly lime tolerant and they will also grow well in heavy clay soils. They are very cold-hardy and will tolerate temperatures down to at least -20°c and probably much lower. Flowers in Early Spring, these white flowers are produced before the plants come into leaf, and are usually produced so abundantly that the whole plant turns white. They look particularly beautiful at this time. By late June, or more commonly early to mid July, the plants will usually be carrying large crops of fruits. These fruits are about 15mm in diameter, they are soft, sweet and juicy with a taste that reminds us of apples. Small enough to be eaten without problems, though they can add a slightly bitter almond-like flavour to the fruit if they are crushed whilst eating. The fruit can also be cooked in pies etc., when dried it is quite sweet and can be used in the same ways as raisins.

Image: By Thayne Tuason [CC BY-SA 4.0], from Wikimedia Commons

D2219 Russian Olive ( Elaegnus Angustifolia )

Zone 6-9. A very fragrant plant when in bloom, with a rich honey like fragrance. Russian-olives are non-native, deciduous shrubs or small trees that grow to 20 feet tall. It has yellow flowers and dry yellow mealy fruits. Silver scales occur on the underside of the leaves. The twigs of Russian-olive are typically covered with thorns. These shrubs begin to flower and fruit annually after 3 years. An individual plant can produce 8 pounds of fruit each year. The leaves are covered with small scales which give the foliage a distinctive silvery appearance. The fruit is berry-like, and is silvery when first formed but turns brown at maturity.
Although its fruits are used in drinks and to make preserves, it is more sought after for its white shoots and silver undersides of leaves which give them an ornamental appeal.

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