{"title":"Holi Collection - Celebrate Color","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCelebrate the Festival of Colors with our vibrant Holi Collection — a joyful lineup of bright, bold, and beautifully hued fruits that bring the spirit of the season to life. 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The leaves are rich in essential oils and antioxidants, which contribute to their medicinal properties. \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTulsi's flavor is cooling and mellow, and bearing scents of peppermint, cloves, licorice and lemon. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e The plant produces small purple or white flowers arranged in spikes, adding beauty to the garden while attracting pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tulsi 'Rama' is a fast-growing, perennial herb in tropical climates, but it is often grown as an annual in cooler regions. It typically grows up to 2-4 feet tall and wide, forming a bushy, aromatic plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCulinary and Medicinal Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTulsi 'Rama' is highly valued for its medicinal benefits. It is widely used in Ayurvedic medicine to promote relaxation, support the immune system, and improve respiratory function. The leaves are often brewed into herbal teas, tinctures, or taken as supplements to relieve stress, reduce inflammation, and boost overall wellness. Tulsi is also used in cooking, particularly in soups, teas, and curries, though its primary value is as a medicinal herb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHoly Basil works wonders for you in your garden as an excellent companion plant! It's strong aromatic oils including Eugenol, Oleanoic Acid, Ursolic Acid, Rosmarinic Acid, and Linalool help make it a natural pest repellent. 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Unlike taller plantain varieties, the Dwarf Puerto Rican Plantain reaches only about 6-8 feet in height, making it ideal for smaller gardens or container growing. The plant produces medium-sized bunches of plantains that are perfect for cooking, whether fried, boiled, or baked. This variety is popular in the Caribbean, especially in Puerto Rico, for its versatility in traditional dishes like tostones and mofongo. Its compact size, hardiness, and productivity make it a favorite for home gardeners and small farms alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDistinctive Features, Uses, and Nutritional Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dwarf Puerto Rican Plantain produces medium-sized, green-skinned fruits that can be used at any stage of ripeness. The plantains are starchy when green, making them ideal for frying or boiling, and become sweeter as they ripen. Rich in potassium, fiber, and vitamins A and C, plantains are a nutritious staple in many tropical cuisines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The plant has large, broad, green leaves typical of banana and plantain plants. The leaves can also be used for wrapping and steaming food in traditional dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e The plant reaches a compact height of 6-8 feet, making it easier to manage and harvest than taller plantain varieties. Its smaller size makes it suitable for growing in containers or small spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCulinary and Ornamental Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dwarf Puerto Rican Plantain is highly valued for its culinary versatility. The plantains can be used green for savory dishes like tostones (fried plantains) or ripe for sweet plantain dishes. 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The Pakistan Mulberry stands out among these traditional varieties for its unusually large fruit and exceptional eating quality, preserving a rich horticultural heritage while delighting modern growers with its impressive harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Grow Pakistan Mulberry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Produces massive 3–5 inch berries nearly twice the size of standard black mulberries\u003cbr\u003e• Sweet, juicy fruit with rich flavor perfect for fresh eating and preserves\u003cbr\u003e• Fast-growing tree with a reputation as an excellent performer in warm climates\u003cbr\u003e• Heavy producer that can deliver abundant harvests year after year\u003cbr\u003e• Beautiful addition to edible landscapes, orchards, and food forests\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Also known as: Pakistan Mulberry, Pakistani Mulberry, Himalayan Mulberry, Long Mulberry)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePakistan Mulberry thrives in full sun and develops its best fruit production with at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily. 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The outer part of the Jackfruit is hard and textured. The fruit has an outer rind composed of composite pieces that attach to fleshy yellow fruit pulp that have a pulled-pork like texture.  When ripe and unopened, Jackfruit can smell slightly unpleasant, but when opened it smells and tastes like pineapple bubble gum! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn average, a Jackfruit weighs about 35 pounds but in it's native climate have reportedly been found to weigh over 100 pounds!  Not only does Jackfruit have an incredibly unique look and flavor, but it is also a rich source of vitamin, minerals, phytonutrients, carbohydrate, electrolytes, fiber, fat and protein. It contains calories but no cholesterol or saturated fats. Due to it's texture it is often used as a vegan replacement for pulled pork sandwiches.  Extra fruit can be frozen for healthy smoothies or made into a variety of products, sauces, or even chips!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtocarpus heterophyllus is the scientific name for the Jackfruit, a member of the fig family of plants and a relative to the Mulberry.  It is native to the southwest portion of the Indian subcontinent and is the national fruit of Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.  Jackfruit grows primarily in tropical lowland climates and can bear upwards of 100-200 fruit a year at maturity!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrafted \u0026amp; Ready to Produce!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sow Exotic","offers":[{"title":"X-Large Burlap Pot","offer_id":31756582060132,"sku":"C2b-JAC-BG-XL","price":119.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2858\/6430\/products\/0155d9_ef53a13014bf46009db44b977d302d1c_mv2_d_3648_5472_s_4_2.jpg?v=1759441295"},{"product_id":"siberian-motherwort-leonurus-sibiricus","title":"Siberian Motherwort (Leonurus sibiricus)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSiberian Motherwort, also known as Marihuanilla or Honeyweed, is a perennial or annual medicinal herb.  It grows tall, erect, and full of vibrant purple flower spikes. The flowers produced in whorls around the upper half of the stems\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand it's toothed foliage are highly ornamental and unique. It makes a showstopping hedge and is beloved by pollinators. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSiberian Motherwort grows wild along the coastal regions of Brazil and Mexico, but is native to China, Mongolia, and (surprise!) Siberia. Medicinally, this plant was traditionally used in Chinese medicine to help alleviate some symptoms of menstruation or for ritual smoking purposes. It's purported effects are comparable to cannabis in that they provide a mellow and relaxed sensation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plant does not tolerate frost and can be overwintered indoors.  Siberian Motherwort is of the \u003cspan\u003eLeonurus (mint)\u003c\/span\u003e family of plants and very closely related to two other Sow Exotic favorites; \u003ca href=\"www.sowexotic.com\/products\/klip-dagga-leonotis-nepetifolia\" title=\"Klip Dagga\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKlip Dagga\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"sowexotic.com\/products\/wild-dagga-leonotis-leonurus\" title=\"Wild Dagga\"\u003eWild Dagga\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"Sow Exotic","offers":[{"title":"Medium Coconut Coir Pot","offer_id":31757636567140,"sku":"A1-SBN-M","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2858\/6430\/products\/IMG_1280.JPEG?v=1762457051"},{"product_id":"patchouli-pogostemon-cablin","title":"Patchouli (Pogostemon cablin)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePatchouli is a fast-growing perennial herb best known for it's earthy and calming fragrance. The leaves are non-edible, however simply rub, steam, or dry fresh leaves to release the essential oils. Patchouli originated in Southeast Asia, namely Malaysia, but is loved and cultivated throughout the world for it's richly aromatic foliage. It grows in the form of a small bush and is from the lavender, mint, and oregano family of plants; Lamiaceae. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe essential oils extracted from Patchouli's leaves and flowers are popularly used is perfumes, soaps, and aromatherapy, however they also contain anti-bacterial properties. 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