{"title":"New Arrivals - 2025 Harvest","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"semences-anemone-de-virginie-anemone-virginiana","title":"Seeds - Tall Anemone","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\" style=\"color: #2b00ff; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\" style=\"color: #2b00ff; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eTall anemone (\u003cem\u003eAnemone virginiana\u003c\/em\u003e) is a robust perennial, typically reaching between 60 and 100 cm in height. Its upright stems, often lightly hairy, support deeply lobed, compound leaves that bring interesting texture to the garden. Blooming in summer, its delicate, cup-shaped white flowers span up to 5 cm across and are arranged in small clusters, drawing in a variety of pollinators, including bees and butterflies. Tall anemone thrives in well-drained, organically rich soil and does best in full sun to partial shade. Naturally found in meadows, forest edges, and grassy areas, it is an attractive choice for natural gardens in Quebec.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and Culinary Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe root and seeds are astringent, emetic and expectorant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological Role\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eTall anemone plays a critical role in Quebec’s ecosystems by offering nectar to pollinators. Its flowers are particularly attractive to bees and butterflies, thus supporting broader plant pollination. Additionally, the plant contributes to soil stability and nutrient cycling through leaf decomposition. Tall anemone is a valuable addition to any garden or restoration project, enriching biodiversity and strengthening ecosystem health.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eTall anemone seeds require \u003ca title=\"Stratification\" href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46691588178171,"sku":"","price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g","offer_id":48762437009659,"sku":null,"price":15.65,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5g","offer_id":48762437042427,"sku":null,"price":39.1,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10g","offer_id":48762437075195,"sku":null,"price":62.55,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25g","offer_id":48762437107963,"sku":null,"price":125.05,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/anemone-virginiana-anemone-de-virginie-2.jpg?v=1733779400"},{"product_id":"semences-lobelie-bleue-lobelia-siphilitica","title":"Seeds - Great Blue Lobelia","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #2b00ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: #2b00ff; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003eGreat blue lobelia (\u003cem\u003eLobelia siphilitica\u003c\/em\u003e), also know as blue cardinal flower, is a native perennial plant found in wetland environments, growing up to 1 meter in height. It produces bright blue, trumpet-shaped flowers arranged along upright stems, blooming in July and August. Its leaves are serrated, dark green, and slightly hairy. Adapted to moist soils, great blue lobelia thrives along streams, in marshes, and wet meadows, attracting a variety of pollinators, including bees and hummingbirds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 2 \u003c\/strong\u003e→ Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological Roles\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eGreat blue lobelia is valuable to wetland ecosystems, where it attracts a wide range of pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Its trumpet-shaped flowers provide an important nectar source late in the season. It also contributes to the stability of wet soils, helping to prevent erosion along streambanks and waterways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e Great blue lobelia seeds require \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46691589128443,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g","offer_id":48765386948859,"sku":null,"price":20.85,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5g","offer_id":48765386981627,"sku":null,"price":52.1,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/lobelia-siphilitica-lobelie-bleue-6.jpg?v=1764341602"},{"product_id":"semences-myosotis-laxiflore-myosotis-laxa","title":"Seeds - Small Forget-me-not","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\" style=\"color: #2b00ff; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\" style=\"color: #2b00ff; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Calibri, Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003eSmall forget-me-not (\u003cem\u003eMyosotis laxa\u003c\/em\u003e) is a native perennial plant that thrives along streams, ponds, and other wetland areas. This small plant, reaching 15 to 50 cm in height, is characterized by its delicate pale blue flowers with a yellow center, blooming from June to August. Its soft green foliage and fine stems covered in tiny hairs make it an ideal groundcover for water gardens or shorelines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Calibri, Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 2 to 3 \u003c\/strong\u003e→ Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological Roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmall forget-me-not attracts various pollinators, especially bees, thanks to its small blue flowers. As a native plant from wetland areas, it contributes to shoreline stabilization and erosion prevention, playing an important ecological role. When cultivated along streams or in water gardens, it helps maintain ecological balance by providing habitat for insects and small aquatic wildlife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46691589357819,"sku":"","price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/myosotis-2.jpg?v=1731607822"},{"product_id":"semences-gingembre-sauvage-asarum-canadense","title":"Stratified Seeds - Canada Wild Ginger","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanada wild ginger (\u003cem\u003eAsarum canadense\u003c\/em\u003e) is a perennial understory plant. It forms a dense carpet of heart-shaped leaves that are thick, fuzzy, and deep green. These leaves are borne on creeping stems emerging from an underground aromatic rhizome, which emits a scent reminiscent of ginger when cut.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn spring, just before or during leaf emergence, Canada wild ginger produces a single, inconspicuous flower close to the ground. Bell- or urn-shaped, this three-lobed flower ranges in colour from reddish-brown to purple and is typically hidden beneath the foliage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis species naturally grows in moist deciduous forests, ravines, sugar maple stands, and shaded areas, preferring rich, loose, and well-drained soils. It is well adapted to the forest ecosystems of Quebec and eastern North America, and serves as an excellent ecological ground cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 3 \u003c\/strong\u003e→ Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe rhizome of Canada wild ginger has a warm, pungent aroma. It was traditionally used to flavour food or as a substitute for Asian ginger. However, its consumption is now discouraged in large quantities due to the presence of potentially toxic compounds (such as aristolochic acid).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCanada wild ginger plays a key role in stabilizing forest soils through its spreading rhizomes. Its dense foliage limits the growth of invasive plants. Though inconspicuous, its flowers attract certain beetles that contribute to pollination, and its seeds are dispersed by ants (myrmecochory), a highly effective dispersal method in forest environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCanada wild ginger\u0026nbsp;seeds require \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47526803407099,"sku":null,"price":6.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/asarum-canadense-2.jpg?v=1754509726"},{"product_id":"semences-amelanchier-arborescent-amelanchier-arborea","title":"Seeds - Downy Serviceberry","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDowny serviceberry (\u003cem\u003eAmelanchier arborea\u003c\/em\u003e) is a small tree or shrub of the rose family, reaching between 6 and 15 m in height. It has a slender, rounded form, with smooth greyish bark on young twigs that becomes slightly fissured with age. Its deciduous leaves, oval to elliptic and 5 to 10 cm long, are finely toothed. They appear slightly pubescent and silvery when unfolding, turn dark green in summer, and take on shades of orange-red to bright red in the fall. The spring bloom is spectacular: star-shaped white flowers appear before the foliage, grouped in drooping clusters and bringing brightness at the beginning of the season. In summer, small spherical berries of 8 to 12 mm develop, turning from red to dark purple at maturity; they are edible and sweet. Downy serviceberry grows in forest edges, clearings, and well-drained slopes, in slightly acidic to neutral soils that are fresh and well-drained. It tolerates both full sun and partial shade. In Quebec, it is common in southern woodland areas, where it is distinguished by its early blooming and the brilliance of its autumn foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eFurthermore, serviceberries (\u003cem\u003eAmelanchier\u003c\/em\u003e spp.) are recognized as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/keystone-plants-essential-pillars-of-biodiversity\" title=\"Keystone Plants: Essential Pillars of Biodiversity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekeystone plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for biodiversity in many North American ecoregions, as they support a wide variety of insects and birds that rely on their flowers, leaves, and small fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe edible fruits can be consumed raw or cooked. Juicy and sweet, they are rich in iron and copper. They are often used to prepare pies, jams, or wine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDowny serviceberry provides an early source of nectar and pollen for bees and other pollinators at the start of spring. Its ripe fruits are eaten by many bird and mammal species, contributing to seed dispersal. It also serves as a host plant for the caterpillars of many species of moths and butterflies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eDowny serviceberry seeds require scarification and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47526634651899,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1g","offer_id":47747173384443,"sku":null,"price":30.3,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5g","offer_id":48762430816507,"sku":null,"price":75.7,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/amelanchier-arborea-amelanchier-arborescent-15.jpg?v=1758295946"},{"product_id":"semences-aralie-hispide-aralia-hispida","title":"Seeds - Bristly Sarsaparilla","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBristly sarsaparilla (\u003cem\u003eAralia hispida\u003c\/em\u003e) is a perennial subshrub in the Araliaceae family. It typically grows to a height of 30 to 90 cm. Its erect stems, often tinged with red, are covered in stiff bristles. The leaves are alternate and compound, with toothed leaflets. Flowering occurs from June to September, producing umbels of small white flowers. The fruits are spherical drupes, initially green and turning dark purple at maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis species is adapted to poor, dry, and well-drained soils, often sandy or rocky. It is commonly found in clearings, forest edges, and disturbed grounds. It is drought-tolerant and prefers sunny locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 3 to 4 \u003c\/strong\u003e→ Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTraditionally, the roots of bristly sarsaparilla have been used to prepare infusions or decoctions with diuretic, tonic, and sudorific properties. They have also been used to flavour fermented beverages such as root beer. However, due to the presence of potentially toxic compounds, their use should be approached with caution and under supervision.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBristly sarsaparilla helps stabilize soil with its spreading root system. Its flowers attract a variety of pollinators, including bees, hoverflies, and certain beetles. It plays a role in supporting biodiversity in open and disturbed habitats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBristly sarsaparilla seeds require scarification and\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47526643630331,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/aralia-hispida-1.jpg?v=1757957761"},{"product_id":"semences-cornouiller-a-feuilles-alternes-cornus-alternifolia","title":"Seeds - Alternate-leaved Dogwood","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlternate-leaved dogwood (\u003cem\u003eCornus alternifolia\u003c\/em\u003e) is a large shrub or small tree in the dogwood family, generally reaching 4 to 6 m in height. It is distinguished by its layered form: its branches spread horizontally, forming superimposed tiers that give it an elegant appearance. The simple, oval leaves have arched veins and are arranged alternately, unlike most other dogwoods. They turn beautiful golden yellow shades in the fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn spring, around late May or early June, the plant produces broad, flat corymbs of small, creamy white, fragrant, and nectar-bearing flowers. These flowers are followed in late summer by clusters of dark blue, almost black berries, borne on reddish stalks that create an ornamental contrast. The bark, greyish brown, becomes slightly ridged with age.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlternate-leaved dogwood grows in open forests, edges, ravines, and shores, preferring moist to fresh soils, rich in organic matter and well-drained. It tolerates partial shade and full sun, but flowering is more abundant in sunny locations. In Quebec, it is found in the southern and central parts of the province, where it plays an important ornamental and ecological role.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurthermore, native dogwoods (\u003cem\u003eCornus\u003c\/em\u003e spp.) are recognized as \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/keystone-plants-essential-pillars-of-biodiversity\" title=\"Keystone Plants: Essential Pillars of Biodiversity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekeystone plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for biodiversity in many North American ecoregions, as they support a wide variety of insects and birds that rely on their flowers, leaves, and fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlternate-leaved dogwood provides nectar and pollen to many pollinators, including bees, hoverflies, and butterflies, in early summer. Its fruits are an important food source for several bird species, such as robins, thrushes, and waxwings, which contribute to seed dispersal. The plant also serves as shelter for small wildlife and stabilizes soils along streams or on gentle slopes.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAlternate-leaved dogwood seeds require \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003escarification and \u003ca title=\"Stratification\" href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47526693994747,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10g","offer_id":47550900895995,"sku":null,"price":12.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25g","offer_id":47727084634363,"sku":null,"price":25.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/cornus-alternifolia-cornouiller-a-feuilles-alternes-12.jpg?v=1758295892"},{"product_id":"semences-stratifiees-trille-rouge-trillium-erectum","title":"Stratified Seeds - Red Trillium","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed trillium (\u003cem\u003eTrillium erectum\u003c\/em\u003e) is an understory herbaceous perennial, recognizable by its three large green leaves arranged in a whorl and its solitary flower borne above them, with petals that are usually dark red, sometimes purplish, greenish, or even white. The flower often emits a strong odour that attracts carrion-pollinating insects. The plant reaches 20 to 40 cm in height. It grows in mixed or deciduous forests of Quebec, in humus-rich, fresh, and slightly acidic soils. Its growth is slow, and it takes several years before reaching maturity and flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;→ Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRed trillium is a spring understory plant that flowers early in the season, providing a source of nectar and pollen for the first pollinators, including flies and certain beetles. Its fleshy fruits, containing seeds equipped with an elaiosome, are dispersed by ants (myrmecochory), which contributes to their spread in Quebec forests. The plant is an indicator of mature forests and plays an important role in forest understory diversity.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRed trillium\u0026nbsp;seeds require \u003ca title=\"Stratification\" href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. 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Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47526736134395,"sku":null,"price":6.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1g","offer_id":48768018841851,"sku":null,"price":19.3,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5g","offer_id":48768018874619,"sku":null,"price":48.3,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10g","offer_id":48768018907387,"sku":null,"price":77.3,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/trillium_erectum1.jpg?v=1757962371"},{"product_id":"semences-arnica-de-chamisso-arnica-chamissonis","title":"Seeds - Chamisso Arnica","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChamisso arnica (\u003cem\u003eArnica chamissonis\u003c\/em\u003e) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the aster family, generally reaching 40 to 50 cm in height. It has upright stems, simple or slightly branched, covered with fine hairs. The leaves, opposite at the base and then alternate along the stem, are lanceolate to oval, whole or slightly toothed, and bright green. Flowering occurs from early to mid-summer, with solitary or clustered flower heads, their bright yellow ray florets surrounding a golden yellow central disc. The flowers resemble those of \u003cem\u003eArnica montana\u003c\/em\u003e, but this species is North American and better adapted to growing conditions in Quebec.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fruits are elongated akenes topped with a silky pappus, which aids wind dispersal. Chamisso arnica grows naturally in humid meadows, along riverbanks, in clearings, and in subalpine moist areas. It prefers loose, well-drained soils that can also retain some moisture, and it adapts to full sun or light partial shade. In Quebec, it can be cultivated in massifs, garden beds, or medicinal gardens, offering both ornamental and utilitarian value.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe flowers of Chamisso arnica are known for their medicinal properties similar to those of \u003cem\u003eArnica montana\u003c\/em\u003e. Used externally, they are applied as infused oil, ointment, or tincture to relieve bruises, contusions, sprains, and muscle pain. They possess anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and circulation-stimulating properties. Internal use is discouraged due to the potential toxicity of active compounds, particularly sesquiterpene lactones.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChamisso arnica attracts a variety of pollinators, including bees, bumblebees, and some butterflies, which visit to collect nectar and pollen. It contributes to the floral biodiversity of humid meadows and clearings, and its fibrous root system can help stabilize soil. In natural habitats, it integrates into herbaceous plant communities, providing vivid flowering in the middle of summer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eChamisso arnica\u0026nbsp;seeds require \u003ca title=\"Stratification\" href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. 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Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47526753992955,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/arnica-1.jpg?v=1758833763"},{"product_id":"semences-cerisier-tardif-prunus-serotina","title":"Seeds - Black Cherry","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack cherry (\u003cem\u003ePrunus serotina\u003c\/em\u003e) is a medium to large tree of the rose family, reaching 15 to 20 m in height. It has a slender form, with a rounded to oval crown. The bark of young trees is smooth and reddish brown, while with age it becomes dark, nearly black, and scaly, releasing a characteristic bitter odour when crushed. The leaves are alternate, simple, lance-shaped, with finely toothed margins, dark green above and paler beneath. In spring, it produces long, drooping clusters of small fragrant white flowers. The fruits are small globular drupes, first red and then black when mature, edible but very astringent when raw. The species is common in open forests, hedgerows, and edges in Quebec, on fresh, well-drained, and slightly acidic soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurthermore, native plums and cherries (\u003cem\u003ePrunus\u003c\/em\u003e spp.) are recognized as \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/keystone-plants-essential-pillars-of-biodiversity\" title=\"Keystone Plants: Essential Pillars of Biodiversity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekeystone plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for biodiversity in many North American ecoreorgions, as they support a wide variety of insects and birds that rely on their flowers, leaves, and fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fruits can be consumed in processed form, notably in syrups, jellies, and wines, although they are not much appreciated raw due to their bitterness. Caution: the pits are toxic, and their ingestion can cause serious digestive or respiratory problems. They must be avoided. The bark has been used for its medicinal properties as a sedative, antitussive, and tonic, particularly in the treatment of coughs and pulmonary conditions. Bark preparations were also employed as an astringent and febrifuge.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA keystone plant for biodiversity, black cherry is an important species for wildlife. Its nectar-bearing flowers attract bees, hoverflies, and butterflies, while its fruits feed many birds (thrushes, blackbirds, waxwings, wild turkeys) as well as small mammals. Its leaves provide food for the caterpillars of several butterflies and moths. The tree contributes to the structural diversity of forests and hedgerows, and offers shelter for various insects and nesting birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBlack cherry seeds require \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003escarification and \u003ca title=\"Stratification\" href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47526759923963,"sku":null,"price":6.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25g","offer_id":48762837172475,"sku":null,"price":8.7,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"50g","offer_id":48762837205243,"sku":null,"price":13.9,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/prunus-serotina-2.jpg?v=1758833676"},{"product_id":"semences-foin-dodeur-anthoxanthum-nitens","title":"Seeds - Sweetgrass","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweetgrass (\u003cem\u003eAnthoxanthum nitens\u003c\/em\u003e, syn. \u003cem\u003eHierochloe odorata\u003c\/em\u003e) is a perennial plant in the Poaceae family, recognizable by its long, fine, and glossy leaves, ranging from light to medium green. It forms dense clumps of ribbon-like foliage, releasing a soft, sweet, vanilla-like scent when crushed or dried. This distinctive fragrance is due to the presence of coumarin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eValued for its delicate aesthetic, sweetgrass adds texture and movement to landscape designs. When planted in masses, it creates a soft, undulating carpet that is pleasing to the eye and touch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis grass is typically found in wet areas: marshes, streams, bogs, ditches, and riverbanks. It prefers soils that are rich in organic matter and consistently moist. It grows well in full sun or partial shade and can adapt to garden cultivation as long as soil moisture is maintained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 3 \u003c\/strong\u003e→ Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSweetgrass holds an important place in many cultures of First Nations across Eastern North America. It is frequently used in ceremonies and smudging rituals—similar to the use of sage—thanks to its pleasant scent, which is considered purifying and calming.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRobin Wall Kimmerer, a botanist, member of the Potawatomi Nation, and author of \u003cem\u003eBraiding Sweetgrass\u003c\/em\u003e, highlights the cultural and spiritual importance of sweetgrass in Indigenous traditions. She emphasizes the need for respectful and reciprocal relationships with this plant, in alignment with the Indigenous worldview that sees plants as living beings with whom we share the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlthough less common, sweetgrass can also be used in cooking to flavour certain dishes, particularly desserts and beverages, due to its sweet and herbal aroma.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSweetgrass contributes to the biodiversity of wetland habitats. Its dense growth helps stabilize the soil in riparian and marsh ecosystems. It provides useful vegetative cover for small animals and enriches the soil with organic matter. While it is primarily wind-pollinated (anemophilous), its flowering can attract certain pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndigenous names and territorial acknowledgement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSweetgrass (\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnthoxanthum nitens\u003c\/em\u003e, syn. \u003cem\u003eHierochloe odorata\u003c\/em\u003e) is a sacred plant for several Indigenous peoples of Eastern Canada. It is known in particular by the names weljemajgewe’l (Mi’kmaw), Wli Msikois (W8banaki\/Abenaki), welimahaskil (Wolastoqey-Peskotomuhkati), wiingashk \/ wiingaashk (Anishinaabe\/Ojibwe), and wîhkask (Cree). Spellings and usage may vary depending on communities and dialects; here we use forms attested in public linguistic and cultural sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAkène acknowledges and thanks the unceded ancestral territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe Nation, associated with the Weskarini people (Oueskarini \/ Petite Nation), on which these seeds were grown and harvested in Montcalm, in the Laurentians. Historically, the Weskarinis frequented the watersheds of the Rouge River, the Lièvre River, and the Petite Nation River, extending into the Upper Laurentians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eUpon receipt, it is recommended to place the envelope containing the seeds in the refrigerator until you are ready to begin the germination process. This cold period helps preserve seed viability and promotes more uniform and successful germination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSweetgrass seeds require \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47526783320315,"sku":null,"price":6.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/anthoxanthum-nitens-hierochloe-odorante-6_6964e94d-eb84-4cee-bf98-f777cbf1c4e7.jpg?v=1759021957"},{"product_id":"semences-bleuet-fausse-myrtille-vaccinium-myrtilloides","title":"Seeds - Canada Blueberry","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCanada blueberry (\u003cem\u003eVaccinium myrtilloides\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as velvet-leaved blueberry, sourtop blueberry, or velvetleaf huckleberry, is a low, spreading shrub of the heath family, usually 20 to 60 cm tall. Its slender branches bear alternate leaves, oval to lance-shaped, pale green to bluish, and finely toothed. The flowers are urn-shaped, whitish to pinkish, clustered in the leaf axils, and appear in spring. The fruits are small bluish-black berries covered with a waxy bloom, ripening in summer. The species often forms colonies in poor, sandy, acidic, and well-drained soils, such as pine forests and clearings in Quebec. It also tolerates rocky soils and open habitats exposed to natural disturbances such as forest fires, making it a pioneer species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurthermore, native \u003cem\u003eVaccinium\u003c\/em\u003e species (\u003cem\u003eVaccinium\u003c\/em\u003e spp.) are recognized as \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/keystone-plants-essential-pillars-of-biodiversity\" title=\"Keystone Plants: Essential Pillars of Biodiversity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekeystone plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for biodiversity in many North American ecoregions, as they support a wide variety of insects and birds that rely on their flowers, leaves, and fruits\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 3\u003c\/strong\u003e → Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fruits are edible and highly valued, eaten fresh, dried, or used in the preparation of jams, pies, syrups, and jellies. They are rich in vitamins and antioxidants.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCanada blueberry plays an important role in Quebec's northern ecosystems. Its nectar-bearing flowers provide food for bees, bumblebees, butterflies, and hoverflies in spring. The berries are an essential food resource for birds, small mammals, and black bears. The plant also contributes to the stabilization of poor soils and to the regeneration of open habitats after fire, quickly colonizing them through its spreading rhizomes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCanada blueberry seeds require \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003escarification and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47526793543931,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g","offer_id":47824353886459,"sku":null,"price":69.55,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5g","offer_id":48762573193467,"sku":null,"price":173.9,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/bleuetfaussemyrtille1.jpg?v=1757965785"},{"product_id":"semences-sanguinaire-du-canada-sanguinaria-canadensis","title":"Stratified Seeds - Bloodroot","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eBloodroot (\u003cem\u003eSanguinaria canadensis\u003c\/em\u003e) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows 20 to 40 cm tall. It is distinguished by its early spring flowering: solitary white flowers, composed of delicate petals, appear at the very beginning of spring, often before the foliage has fully unfolded. After flowering, the plant develops colonies through its thick rhizomes, red-orange in colour, which release a characteristic latex.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBloodroot grows in rich, cool woodlands, in well-drained soils, often calcareous. In Quebec, it colours the forest floor in spring in certain deciduous woodlands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 1 to 2 \u003c\/strong\u003e→ Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTraditionally, bloodroot has been used in herbal medicine for its expectorant, stimulant, and antiseptic properties. The rhizome, rich in alkaloids (including sanguinarine), was employed in decoctions or tinctures to treat respiratory ailments, stimulate circulation, and as a topical antiseptic. Externally, it was also used to prepare ointments or poultices for the treatment of warts and certain skin conditions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHowever, it is important to note that the plant is toxic and may cause serious adverse effects (nausea, vomiting, irritation) if consumed in excess. It is therefore not used in cooking.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBloodroot contributes to the spring biodiversity of deciduous forests. Its early flowering provides nectar and pollen resources for solitary bees, hoverflies, and certain beetles emerging after winter. Its seeds are dispersed by ants (myrmecochory) thanks to their elaiosome, which favours their spread in the woodland. By forming dense colonies, the plant helps stabilize forest soils and supports the resilience of spring understory plant communities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBloodroot seeds require \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47561640378619,"sku":null,"price":7.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/sanguinaria-canadensis-sanguinaire-du-canada-3.jpg?v=1759184443"},{"product_id":"semences-uvulaire-a-grandes-fleurs-uvularia-grandiflora","title":"Stratified Seeds - Large-flowered Bellwort","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eLarge-flowered bellwort (\u003cem\u003eUvularia grandiflora\u003c\/em\u003e) is a perennial herbaceous plant in the Colchicaceae family, growing between 30 and 60 cm tall. It is distinguished by its gracefully arching stems and alternate leaves, oval to lanceolate, with a soft green colour. Its pendulous, solitary flowers appear in spring, usually in April or May. They are bright yellow, bell-shaped, elongated and slightly twisted, giving a delicate and elegant appearance. The fruits are small capsules that release brownish seeds in summer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLarge-flowered bellwort grows naturally in deciduous forests and rich, moist woodlands, often on shaded slopes. It prefers cool, well-drained soils rich in organic matter and thrives in partial to full shade. In Quebec, it is cultivated as an ornamental plant in woodland gardens for its decorative foliage and its spectacular spring flowering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 1 to 2\u003c\/strong\u003e → Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTraditionally, large-flowered bellwort has been used in folk medicine for its astringent and expectorant properties. Certain root-based preparations were employed to relieve sore throats and mucous membrane irritations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLarge-flowered bellwort contributes to the spring biodiversity of woodlands. Its nectar-bearing flowers attract various pollinating insects, including wild bees and hoverflies. By covering the ground early in the season, it also helps limit the spread of invasive plants in forest habitats and provides protective cover for soil microfauna.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eLarge-flowered bellwort seeds require \u003ca title=\"Stratification\" href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47561647653115,"sku":null,"price":6.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/uvularia-grandiflora-uvulaire-7.jpg?v=1764337460"},{"product_id":"semences-aralie-a-tige-nue-aralia-nudicaulis","title":"Seeds - Wild Sarsaparilla","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eWild sarsaparilla (\u003cem\u003eAralia nudicaulis\u003c\/em\u003e) is a perennial herbaceous plant commonly found in mixed and deciduous forests of Quebec. It is characterized by a large compound leaf borne on a long, bare stalk, while the flowers appear in whitish umbels that are usually less noticeable than the plant itself, even though it is widespread in many woodlands. The fruits are round, dark purple in colour, slightly sweet and spicy. Abundant in cool, shaded undergrowth, it forms a discreet but ever-present ground cover in forest stands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 4 \u003c\/strong\u003e→ Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fruits of wild sarsaparilla are edible and have a flavour reminiscent of juniper. The rhizome was traditionally used in the artisanal preparation of root beer and is still employed today in herbalism to make stimulating infusions from the dried root.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMedicinally, the root acts as an alterative, a diaphoretic, a diuretic, a pectoral, and a stimulant. It has sometimes been used as a sudorific to promote the elimination of toxins through perspiration, as part of blood purification practices. However, excessive consumption can cause vomiting. Used externally, a poultice made from the crushed fresh rhizome was traditionally applied to reduce swelling and treat various skin conditions such as wounds, burns, eczema, and ulcers. The roots are harvested in late summer or autumn, then dried for later use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWild sarsaparilla plays an important role in forest ecosystems in Quebec. Its nectar-bearing flowers attract various pollinating insects during the short summer flowering period. The fruits produced in late summer are consumed by several species of birds and small mammals, which contribute to seed dispersal. Through its spreading rhizome system, it helps stabilize forest soils and supports the resilience of shaded undergrowth while enriching plant diversity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWild sarsaparilla seeds require scarification and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47577814171899,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g","offer_id":48762448380155,"sku":null,"price":24.45,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":48762448412923,"sku":null,"price":61.05,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/aralia-nudicaulis-aralie-a-tige-nue-2.jpg?v=1759498129"},{"product_id":"miel-urbain-polliflora","title":"Urban Honey - Polliflora","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"57\"\u003eWe are delighted to introduce Polliflora’s urban honey!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"359\"\u003ePolliflora is a non-profit solidarity cooperative whose mission is to educate the public about the importance of pollinators, create habitats that support biodiversity, and promote responsible beekeeping practices in urban environments. Their activities extend throughout the Greater Montreal area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"359\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"361\" data-end=\"451\"\u003eDid you know that it takes 8,700,000 flowers to produce just 500 g of honey? Impressive!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"547\"\u003eGet your natural, unpasteurized Polliflora honey today, made entirely by our winged friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"453\" data-end=\"547\"\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"593\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"591\"\u003eCrystallization and honey preservation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"682\"\u003eCrystallization is a natural phenomenon and a sign of quality in unpasteurized honey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"684\" data-end=\"727\"\u003eCrystallized honey is always safe to eat!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"729\" data-end=\"905\"\u003eIf you wish to liquefy your honey, warm it for a few minutes in a hot water bath with simmering, not boiling, water, stirring constantly. Do not exceed 40–45 °C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"1028\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eCaution! If you use a microwave, some vitamins—and therefore some of the beneficial properties of your honey—may be lost.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"310g","offer_id":47586795782395,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"630g","offer_id":47586795815163,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/fe653e80-10aa-409d-b67b-d49273aee13e.jpg?v=1759870015"},{"product_id":"semences-ail-du-canada-allium-canadense","title":"Bulbils - Canada Garlic","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eCanada garlic (\u003cem\u003eAllium\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003ecanadense\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as Canada wild onion, wild garlic, meadow garlic, and meadow onion, is a herbaceous perennial native to eastern and central North America. It grows from an underground bulb covered in a brownish fibrous sheath. Its two to six leaves are linear and flat, emerging directly from the base. In summer, a leafless flowering stalk bears a dense umbel of star-shaped white or pinkish flowers. The entire plant releases a strong onion-like scent when crushed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis species typically grows in prairies, open woodlands, slopes, ditches, and disturbed areas, often on well-drained but moist soils. It is hardy and tolerant of a range of conditions but prefers full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 2\u003c\/strong\u003e → Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bulbs and leaves of Canada garlic are edible and have a mild onion flavour. They can be eaten raw or cooked, and are used in salads, soups, and other dishes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bulb is antiseptic, diuretic, expectorant, and stimulant. It is also known for its carminative, digestive, and vermifuge properties. The leaves share some of these benefits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCanada garlic provides food and habitat for native wildlife. It supports pollinators such as mason bees, masked bees, sand bees, and carpenter bees. It also attracts certain butterflies and other nectar-feeding insects, contributing to the overall health of the ecosystem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCanada garlic seeds require \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47633375592699,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/allium-canadense-ail-du-canada-4.jpg?v=1764721317"},{"product_id":"semences-noyer-noir-juglans-nigra","title":"Stratified Seeds - Black Walnut","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eBlack walnut (\u003cem\u003eJuglans\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003enigra\u003c\/em\u003e) is a native deciduous tree of eastern North America, typically reaching 30 metres in height. Its trunk is straight, with dark bark that is deeply furrowed. Its compound leaves, 30 to 60 cm long, are composed of 15 to 23 lance-shaped, toothed leaflets. Spring flowering produces pendulous male catkins and inconspicuous female flowers. The fruits are round nuts with hard shells, enclosed in a green husk that darkens as it ripens.This species is well known for its high-quality wood, used in cabinetry and woodworking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eFurthermore, black walnut is recognized as a \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/keystone-plants-essential-pillars-of-biodiversity\" title=\"Keystone Plants: Essential Pillars of Biodiversity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekeystone plant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for biodiversity in many North American ecoregions, as it supports a wide variety of insects and birds that rely on its ecological resources.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe nuts of black walnut are edible and appreciated for their rich flavour. They can be eaten raw or used in various culinary preparations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlack walnut provides a food source for wildlife, particularly squirrels and some birds that consume its nuts. Its dense foliage offers shelter for various species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eUpon receipt, it is recommended to place the envelope containing the seeds in the refrigerator until you are ready to begin the germination process. This cold period helps preserve seed viability and promotes more uniform and successful germination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBlack walnut seeds require\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47633394434299,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":47845606883579,"sku":null,"price":18.9,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"250g","offer_id":47845572804859,"sku":null,"price":37.8,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":47845606064379,"sku":null,"price":49.15,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/Juglans-nigra-2.jpg?v=1761146102"},{"product_id":"semences-chene-rouge-quercus-rubra","title":"Stratified Seeds - Red Oak","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eRed oak (\u003cem\u003eQuercus\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003erubra\u003c\/em\u003e) is a large, majestic deciduous tree that typically reaches about 20 metres in height, with a rounded crown and a straight trunk covered in dark grey bark marked with longitudinal fissures. Its alternate, deeply lobed leaves measure 12 to 25 cm long and turn a vivid red in the fall. The acorns, borne on short stalks, are oval and about 2 cm long, partially enclosed in a shallow cupule.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis species grows in deciduous forests, on well-drained slopes, and in soils that range from slightly acidic to neutral. It tolerates a variety of soil textures but prefers deep sandy-loam substrates. Its deep taproot provides excellent resistance to wind and drought.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eFurthermore, native oaks (\u003cem\u003eQuercus\u003c\/em\u003e spp.) are recognized as \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/keystone-plants-essential-pillars-of-biodiversity\" title=\"Keystone Plants: Essential Pillars of Biodiversity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekeystone plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for biodiversity in many North American ecoregions, as they support an immense diversity of insects and birds that rely on their leaves, acorns, and the complex habitats they create.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe inner bark of red oak is astringent and tonic, used in decoctions or external applications to treat throat inflammations, diarrhoea, haemorrhoids, and skin conditions. It contains strong tannins that account for its medicinal properties.\u003cbr\u003eThe acorns, once the tannins have been removed by soaking or boiling, are edible. They can be dried and ground into a nutritious flour or roasted for consumption.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRed oak is a keystone plant for biodiversity and plays a vital role in forest ecosystems. It supports a wide range of animal species by providing both food and shelter. Its acorns are an important food source for squirrels, deer, black bears, blue jays, and many other birds and mammals. Its leaves feed the caterpillars of numerous butterflies and moths, which in turn sustain insect-eating birds and other links in the food chain. Mature trees offer cavities suitable for nesting and hibernation for bats and birds. Its presence also promotes the growth of other plant species beneath its canopy, enhancing the structure, diversity, and resilience of mixed forests in Quebec.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRed oak seeds require\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47633453285627,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":47659369005307,"sku":null,"price":18.9,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":47659369038075,"sku":null,"price":37.8,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"500g","offer_id":47659369070843,"sku":null,"price":49.15,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1kg","offer_id":47660726616315,"sku":null,"price":73.7,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/quercus-rubra-chene-rouge-5.jpg?v=1761146108"},{"product_id":"semences-actee-rouge-actaea-rubra","title":"Stratified Seeds - Red Baneberry","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eRed baneberry (\u003cem\u003eActaea\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003erubra\u003c\/em\u003e) is a woodland perennial herb of the buttercup family, reaching about 60 to 90 cm in height. Its upright, smooth stems bear large leaves that are two to three times compound, with deeply toothed segments giving the foliage a finely divided appearance. Flowering occurs from spring to early summer, forming terminal clusters of small white flowers with long stamens, rising above the foliage. After flowering, bright red globular berries appear, standing out vividly against the woodland background. The species grows in cool and moist forests, shaded edges, ravines, stream banks, and wooded slopes. It prefers humus-rich soils that are fresh to moist, and light to dense shade. In Quebec, it is found in many temperate to cool wooded regions, where it stands out for the brilliance of its fruits and the elegance of its foliage. The berries are toxic to humans, although this does not diminish their ornamental value in natural settings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 2 to 3 \u003c\/strong\u003e→ Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn woodlands, red baneberry contributes to the structural and floristic diversity of forest communities. Its spring inflorescences, although discreet, provide nectar and pollen to various flower-visiting insects early in the season. In summer, its colourful berries serve as a resource for many birds and small mammals, which help disperse the seeds throughout the forest environment. With its preference for cool and moist habitats, the species accompanies other woodland plants and plays a part in the ecological fabric of ravines, shaded slopes, and wooded banks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRed baneberry seeds require \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47638045753595,"sku":null,"price":6.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":47747169222907,"sku":null,"price":53.15,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10g","offer_id":47747169255675,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25g","offer_id":47747169288443,"sku":null,"price":170.05,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/actaea-rubra-actee-rouge-10.jpg?v=1761244237"},{"product_id":"semences-gesse-maritime-pois-de-mer-lathyrus-japonicus","title":"Seeds - Beach Pea","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eBeach pea (\u003cem\u003eLathyrus\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003ejaponicus\u003c\/em\u003e) is a creeping perennial herbaceous plant in the Fabaceae family, found along sandy and gravelly shores in Quebec. In summer, it produces showy flowers grouped in clusters, in shades of pinkish purple to deep purple with a lighter base, typical of the pea family. These are followed by elongated pods containing several brownish to black seeds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt grows mainly in coastal habitats, including dunes and upper beaches, where it tolerates poor, sandy, or gravelly soils, as well as saline conditions and marine winds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 3 to 4\u003c\/strong\u003e → Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeach pea plays a key role in stabilizing sandy soils and coastal dunes. Through its spreading rhizomes and nitrogen-fixing ability, it enriches the soil and facilitates the establishment of other plants. Its nectar-bearing flowers attract a range of pollinating insects, including bumblebees and solitary bees, while its pods provide a food source for certain seed-eating birds. By rapidly colonizing open and exposed areas, it helps limit erosion and protect fragile coastal habitats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBeach pea seeds require \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003escarification to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47639500718331,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":48764900901115,"sku":null,"price":16.9,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10g","offer_id":48764900933883,"sku":null,"price":27.05,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25g","offer_id":48764900966651,"sku":null,"price":54.1,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/Gesse_maritime_2.jpg?v=1761253074"},{"product_id":"semences-canneberge-commune-vaccinium-oxycoccos","title":"Seeds - Small Cranberry","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eSmall cranberry (\u003cem\u003eVaccinium oxycoccos\u003c\/em\u003e), also called bog cranberry or swamp cranberry, is a low, creeping shrub in the heath family (Ericaceae), characterized by its slender, threadlike stems that root at intervals. Its small, leathery, evergreen leaves are elliptical, dark green on top, and greyish beneath. In summer, the plant produces delicate pink to rose-coloured flowers with reflexed petals, followed by spherical red berries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eIt grows naturally in acidic bogs, marshes, and spongy soils rich in organic matter, often in association with sphagnum moss. This species prefers cool, humid, and sunny conditions but also tolerates partial shade. In Quebec, it forms dense ground-hugging mats that contribute to the characteristic plant cover of bog habitats.\u0026nbsp;\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eFurthermore, native \u003cem\u003eVaccinium\u003c\/em\u003e species (\u003cem\u003eVaccinium\u003c\/em\u003e spp.) are recognized as \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/keystone-plants-essential-pillars-of-biodiversity\" title=\"Keystone Plants: Essential Pillars of Biodiversity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekeystone plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for biodiversity in many North American ecoregions, as they support a wide variety of insects and birds that rely on their flowers, leaves, and fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 2 \u003c\/strong\u003e→ Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fruits are edible, though tart, and can be eaten raw or cooked. They are used to make juices, jams, jellies, syrups, and pastries.\u003cbr\u003eMedicinally, small cranberry has astringent, diuretic, antibacterial, and antiscorbutic properties. The berries are traditionally used to prevent and treat urinary tract infections, reduce inflammation, and stimulate appetite.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmall cranberry plays an important role in bog ecosystems. Its nectar-bearing flowers attract bees and hoverflies, while its fruits provide food for birds such as thrushes and grouse. Its creeping stems help stabilize peat soils by holding the moss in place and reducing erosion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eUpon receipt, it is recommended to place the envelope containing the seeds in the refrigerator until you are ready to begin the germination process. This cold period helps preserve seed viability and promotes more uniform and successful germination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSmall Cranberry seeds require scarification and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47659134812411,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g","offer_id":47755451072763,"sku":null,"price":77.3,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/vaccinium_canneberge_commune_5.jpg?v=1761927936"},{"product_id":"semences-populage-des-marais-caltha-palustris","title":"Seeds - Marsh Marigold","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eMarsh marigold (\u003cem\u003eCaltha palustris\u003c\/em\u003e) is a perennial plant in the Ranunculaceae family. It typically grows between 20 and 60 cm tall and forms small colonies in wet environments. Its hollow, thick, and glabrous stems bear kidney- or heart-shaped leaves that are shiny and dark green. The very showy flowering occurs in early spring, often right after the snow melts. The yellow flowers, resembling small buttercups, are composed of five shiny petaloid sepals, with no true petals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarsh marigold naturally grows in marshes, ditches, wet meadows, streambanks, and the edges of floodplain forests. It prefers rich soils that are waterlogged or temporarily submerged, and grows best in full sun or partial shade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 3\u003c\/strong\u003e → Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarsh marigold plays a key role in wetland ecosystems by providing dense ground cover and helping to stabilize banks. It blooms early in the spring and serves as an early source of pollen for pollinating insects, including certain species of bees and hoverflies. It also contributes to plant biodiversity in riparian and peatland habitats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eUpon receipt, it is recommended to place the envelope containing the seeds in the refrigerator until you are ready to begin the germination process. This cold period helps preserve seed viability and promotes more uniform and successful germination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMarsh marigold seeds require scarification and\u0026nbsp;\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47659161059579,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1g","offer_id":48767754273019,"sku":null,"price":121.6,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5g","offer_id":48767754305787,"sku":null,"price":303.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/caltha-palustris-populage-des-marais-29.jpg?v=1761930068"},{"product_id":"semences-tiarelle-cordifoliee-tiarella-cordifolia","title":"Seeds - Foamflower","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eFoamflower (\u003cem\u003eTiarella cordifolia\u003c\/em\u003e), also called heart-leaved foamflower, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the shaded forests of eastern North America. It forms low groundcovers and grows in dense clumps. It typically reaches 15 to 30 cm tall and bears finely toothed, heart-shaped basal leaves. In spring, it produces upright flowering stems bearing many small, starry white to pinkish flowers, adding a bright touch to the understory and shaded gardens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 3 to 4 \u003c\/strong\u003e→ Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMedicinally, the whole plant is reported to have diuretic, hepatic, lithontriptic, stomachic, and tonic properties.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the understory, foamflower acts as a groundcover that helps retain moisture and limit erosion. Its spring bloom is a nectar source for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators; the dense colonies it forms create microhabitats for small invertebrates and enrich the diversity of the forest understory. In Quebec, its spring flowering supports bumblebee queens emerging from winter and hoverflies; the dense cover favours ground beetles and other understory invertebrates.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFoamflower seeds require \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47659278467323,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1g","offer_id":48767898779899,"sku":null,"price":69.55,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/tiarella-cordifolia-tiarelle-cordifoliee-21.jpg?v=1761933949"},{"product_id":"semences-laportea-du-canada-laportea-canadensis","title":"Seeds - Canada Wood-nettle","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eCanada wood-nettle (\u003cem\u003eLaportea canadensis\u003c\/em\u003e) is a native perennial herbaceous plant in the Urticaceae family. It typically grows 30 to 150 cm tall. Sturdy, upright stems carry large, alternate leaves that are oval to oblong with coarsely toothed margins. The foliage is dark green above and paler beneath. A defining feature is the presence of stinging hairs on both stems and leaves, which can cause irritation on contact. Small greenish flowers appear in drooping clusters in the leaf axils from July to August. The species prefers shaded to semi-shaded habitats such as riparian forests, moist ravines, and cool, shaded forest floors, and it thrives in rich, organic, moist, well-drained soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 3 to 4 \u003c\/strong\u003e→ Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCanada wood-nettle is edible after cooking: young leaves and shoots can be harvested in spring and cooked like leafy greens. They are rich in vitamins and minerals. Traditionally, the leaves were used medicinally to address various ailments. A leaf infusion was sometimes employed as a diuretic and to relieve joint pain. Handle with care, as contact can cause skin irritation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCanada wood-nettle plays an important role in moist forest ecosystems. It provides shelter and a food source for many insects, including certain butterfly species whose caterpillars feed on its leaves. Its inconspicuous flowers also attract local pollinators, including bees and hoverflies. Dense root systems help stabilize soils along streams and limit erosion. By supporting biodiversity, Canada wood-nettle contributes to the ecological resilience of forests in Quebec.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCanada wood-nettle seeds require \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47659326832891,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/laportea-canadensis-laportea-du-canada-3.jpg?v=1761935298"},{"product_id":"semences-scutellaire-lateriflore-scutellaria-lateriflora","title":"Seeds - Mad-dog Skullcap","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMad-dog skullcap (\u003cem\u003eScutellaria lateriflora\u003c\/em\u003e), also called blue skullcap, is a perennial herb native to Quebec that grows in wetlands and riparian areas. It forms upright clumps reaching about 70 centimetres in height and is distinguished by its small violet-blue flowers that line one side of the flowering stems in summer. This delicate bloom attracts many pollinators and brings a light touch to landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe species favours moist but well-drained soils and locations in full sun to partial shade. Adapted to stream banks, wet meadows, and natural ditches, mad-dog skullcap integrates well into naturalised gardens and ecological restoration projects in wetland habitats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 2\u003c\/strong\u003e → Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMad-dog skullcap is best known for its medicinal properties. The dried aerial parts are used as a mild sedative and a natural nervous system relaxant. They are prepared in infusions and tinctures to ease anxiety, promote sleep, and reduce muscle spasms. The plant is also known for its antispasmodic and mildly analgesic effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMad-dog skullcap plays an important role in Quebec’s wetland ecosystems. Its flowers provide nectar and pollen for several species of bees, bumblebees, and hoverflies. Its presence supports floral biodiversity and helps stabilise stream banks through its fibrous root system. By forming dense colonies, it helps maintain soil moisture and prevents erosion in riparian habitats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMad-dog skullcap seeds require \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47659342168315,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g","offer_id":47659376738555,"sku":null,"price":23.05,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":48767844778235,"sku":null,"price":57.65,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/scutellaria-lateriflora-scutellaire-lateriflore-7.jpg?v=1761936386"},{"product_id":"semences-sumac-aromatique-rhus-aromatica","title":"Seeds - Fragrant Sumac","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eFragrant sumac (\u003cem\u003eRhus aromatica\u003c\/em\u003e) is a spreading shrub in the cashew family (Anacardiaceae) that typically reaches 1 to 2 metres in height. It is distinguished by its dense growth habit and slightly fuzzy branches. Its trifoliate leaves resemble those of clover and release a pleasant fragrance when crushed. In summer, it produces small greenish flowers in clusters, followed by dense terminal clusters of velvety red fruits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eIts foliage turns spectacular shades of red and orange in the fall, making it a highly ornamental species for natural gardens. Fragrant sumac grows well in dry, sandy, or rocky soils and tolerates de-icing salts and soil compaction. It prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade. In natural settings, it is found on slopes, dry sites, and forest edges, where it forms dense colonies through its suckering roots.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eFurthermore, fragrant sumac is recognized as a \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/keystone-plants-essential-pillars-of-biodiversity\" title=\"Keystone Plants: Essential Pillars of Biodiversity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekeystone plant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for biodiversity in many North American ecoregions, as it supports a wide variety of insects and birds that rely on its ecological resources.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fruits of fragrant sumac are edible and can be used to make tart infusions or refreshing beverages reminiscent of lemonade. The dried berries can also be used as a spice with a lemony flavour.\u003cbr\u003eMedicinally, various parts of the plant are used for their astringent, antiseptic, and stimulating properties.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFragrant sumac provides both shelter and food for many animals. Its flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hoverflies, while its fruits are eaten by birds and small mammals during the winter. Its spreading roots help stabilize slopes and eroded soils. In the fall, its brilliant foliage adds vibrant colour to the landscape and enhances the visual biodiversity of open habitats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eUpon receipt, it is recommended to place the envelope containing the seeds in the refrigerator until you are ready to begin the germination process. This cold period helps preserve seed viability and promotes more uniform and successful germination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFragrant sumac seeds require scarifitacion and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47659354325243,"sku":null,"price":6.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":47659356324091,"sku":null,"price":25.1,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10g","offer_id":47659356356859,"sku":null,"price":40.15,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25g","offer_id":47659356389627,"sku":null,"price":80.35,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/rhus-aromatica-sumac-aromatique-1.jpg?v=1761937388"},{"product_id":"semences-pin-rouge-pinus-resinosa","title":"Seeds - Red Pine","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eRed pine (\u003cem\u003ePinus resinosa\u003c\/em\u003e) is a large conifer native to North America in the Pinaceae family. It typically reaches 18 to 30 metres in height, with a straight trunk and a rounded crown in young trees, becoming more irregular with age. Needles are borne in pairs and snap cleanly when bent. Cones are ovoid and lack spines on the scales; they open naturally at maturity to release their seeds. red pine thrives in sandy, gravelly, well-drained, acidic soils in full sun. It grows in Quebec, particularly in the southern part of the province and in Estrie.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eFurthermore, native pines (\u003cem\u003ePinus\u003c\/em\u003e spp.) are recognized as \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/keystone-plants-essential-pillars-of-biodiversity\" title=\"Keystone Plants: Essential Pillars of Biodiversity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekeystone plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for biodiversity in many North American ecoregions, as they support a wide variety of insects and birds that rely on their needles, cones, and the habitats they shape.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRed pine needles can be infused to produce a tea rich in vitamin C, traditionally consumed to prevent or treat scurvy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRed pine plays an important role in stabilizing soils in poor, sandy environments. Its seeds and canopy provide food and shelter for a variety of animals, including squirrels, nuthatches, and certain woodpecker species. Although moderately tolerant of fire, red pine also contributes to forest regeneration after light disturbances.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRed pine seeds require scarification and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47667461685499,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5g","offer_id":48766244290811,"sku":null,"price":67.85,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10g","offer_id":48766244323579,"sku":null,"price":108.55,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25g","offer_id":48766244356347,"sku":null,"price":217.1,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"50g","offer_id":48766244389115,"sku":null,"price":347.4,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"100g","offer_id":48766244421883,"sku":null,"price":555.85,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/pinus-resinosa-pin-rouge-3.jpg?v=1762195798"},{"product_id":"semences-rosier-inerme-rosa-blanda","title":"Seeds - Smooth Rose","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eSmooth rose (\u003cem\u003eRosa blanda\u003c\/em\u003e) is a native shrub of Quebec that forms dense thickets reaching 0.5 to 1.5 metres in height. It is distinguished by its simple, bright pink flowers that bloom in early summer and attract numerous pollinators. Its red fruits, known as rose hips, often persist through the winter and add a decorative touch to the snowy landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis species grows naturally in prairies, forest edges, and well-drained sandy soils. Hardy and tolerant, it thrives in poor soils as well as on dry slopes. Its ability to spread by suckers makes it an ideal plant for soil stabilisation and the naturalisation of open habitats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eFurthermore, native roses (\u003cem\u003eRosa\u003c\/em\u003e spp.) are recognized as \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/keystone-plants-essential-pillars-of-biodiversity\" title=\"Keystone Plants: Essential Pillars of Biodiversity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekeystone plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for biodiversity in many North American ecoregions, as they support a wide variety of insects and birds that rely on their flowers, leaves, and hips.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe rose hips of smooth rose are rich in vitamin C and can be eaten raw or cooked. They are used to make jams, jellies, syrups, and herbal teas. The lightly scented petals can be added to salads or used to flavour desserts.\u003cbr\u003eMedicinally, the dried hips are used as a tonic and as a remedy for colds and respiratory infections. They are slightly astringent and diuretic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmooth rose provides an important nectar and pollen resource for bees, hoverflies, and bumblebees in early summer. Its simple flowers promote efficient pollination and support a wide diversity of local insects. The red fruits feed birds such as thrushes and waxwings while contributing to the natural dispersal of seeds. Thanks to its spreading root system, smooth rose helps stabilise soils and supports the regeneration of open ecosystems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSmooth rose seeds require scarification and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47667496091899,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g","offer_id":47667496124667,"sku":null,"price":13.55,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":47667496157435,"sku":null,"price":33.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10g","offer_id":47667496190203,"sku":null,"price":54.3,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/Rosa_blanda_1.jpg?v=1762198437"},{"product_id":"semences-peuplier-deltoide-populus-deltoides","title":"Seeds - Eastern Cottonwood","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eEastern cottonwood (\u003cem\u003ePopulus deltoides\u003c\/em\u003e) is a large native tree of riparian habitats, reaching up to 28 m in height. It is easily recognized by its massive trunk, its grey-brown bark that becomes deeply furrowed with age, and its broad triangular leaves, glossy green in summer and turning bright yellow in fall. It grows in full sun in floodplains, riverbanks and alluvial zones, where the soil is deep, moist or periodically flooded. This very fast-growing tree develops a powerful root system that is ideal for stabilizing eroding banks.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eFurthermore, native poplars (\u003cem\u003ePopulus\u003c\/em\u003e spp.) are recognized as \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/keystone-plants-essential-pillars-of-biodiversity\" title=\"Keystone Plants: Essential Pillars of Biodiversity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekeystone plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for biodiversity in many North American ecoregions, as they support a wide variety of insects and birds that rely on their leaves, bark, and the habitats they provide.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe buds have traditionally been used in infusions or infused oil for their antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, particularly to soothe skin or muscle irritation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEastern cottonwood is a major riparian species essential to biodiversity. Its catkins provide an early-season resource for pollinators in spring, while its branches offer habitat for birds, insects and small mammals. Its robust root system effectively stabilizes riverbanks by holding loose soils in place.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eEastern cottonwood seeds benefit from scarification to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47667638206715,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g","offer_id":47667638239483,"sku":null,"price":119.4,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5g","offer_id":47667638272251,"sku":null,"price":298.55,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10g","offer_id":48766183375099,"sku":null,"price":477.65,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/populus-deltoides-peuplier-deltoide-18.jpg?v=1762199726"},{"product_id":"semences-bois-bouton-cephalanthus-occidentalis","title":"Seeds - Eastern Buttonbush","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEastern buttonbush (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCephalanthus occidentalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a native shrub in the Rubiaceae family, measuring between 1 and 3 metres in height. It has a rounded or spreading habit, with multiple stems emerging from the base. Its leaves are opposite or sometimes arranged in whorls of three, simple, oval to elliptical, glossy green on the upper side and duller underneath.\u0026nbsp;Flowering occurs from July to August, in the form of spherical heads of small creamy white tubular flowers, rich in nectar, borne at the end of long peduncles. These globular inflorescences, which resemble pom-poms or untidy heads, attract many pollinators. The fruits, forming persistent brownish balls, are made up of capsules that contain small seeds.\u003cbr\u003eEastern buttonbush naturally grows in wet environments: marshes, bogs, riverbanks, ditches, and lakeshores. It tolerates temporary flooding and heavy soils, but requires at least some moisture to thrive. It grows in full sun or partial shade. It is mainly found in southern Quebec and eastern North America.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEastern buttonbush is a very important species for wetland habitats. Its nectar-rich flowers attract a wide variety of pollinators: bees, hoverflies, hummingbirds, and many butterflies. It also serves as shelter and a perch for various birds. Its fruits are eaten by aquatic birds such as ducks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts developed root system helps stabilize banks and prevent erosion in wetland areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Envelope","offer_id":47667720847611,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":47667720913147,"sku":null,"price":14.1,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10g","offer_id":47667720945915,"sku":null,"price":22.6,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25g","offer_id":48762587021563,"sku":null,"price":45.15,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/cephalanthusoccidentalis-bois-bouton-5.jpg?v=1764721526"},{"product_id":"semences-quenouille-a-feuilles-larges-typha-latifolia","title":"Seeds - Broadleaf Cattail","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eBroadleaf cattail (\u003cem\u003eTypha latifolia\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as common cattail, is a perennial wetland plant that forms large, dense colonies through a thick, spreading rhizome. Its upright stems can reach up to 2 metres. The leaves are long, flattened, ribbon-like and straight, about 1 to 2 cm wide. The inflorescence is divided into two distinct parts: a short-lived yellow male spike above a compact dark brown female spike, which persists through winter. It grows in full sun, in shallow water or saturated, nutrient-rich soils, in marshes, ponds and drainage ditches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 5 \u003c\/strong\u003e→ Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe young underground shoots can be eaten raw or cooked as a vegetable. The immature male flower spike, harvested before releasing pollen, can be cooked and has a flavour similar to corn on the cob. The rhizomes, rich in starch, can be dried and ground into flour to thicken food preparations. The pollen is used as a thickener or as an ingredient in baking. The rhizome is astringent and antiseptic, used to treat diarrhea and promote wound healing. The roots and leaves are also employed for their diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis species actively filters excess nutrients from water, helping reduce eutrophication. Its root system stabilizes shorelines and limits erosion. The persistent female spikes provide nesting material for birds and small mammals. The plant shelters aquatic insects and larvae and serves as a spring food source for various aquatic organisms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47667792675067,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5g","offer_id":48767759745275,"sku":null,"price":47.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1g","offer_id":47667792707835,"sku":null,"price":76.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/typha-latifolia-quenouille-9.jpg?v=1764722938"},{"product_id":"semences-campanules-a-feuilles-rondes-campanula-rotundifolia","title":"Seeds - Harebell","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eHarebell (\u003cem\u003eCampanula\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003erotundifolia\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as bluebell, is a perennial plant of the bellflower family, generally 15 to 45 cm tall. Its slender, flexible stems bear bell-shaped, violet-blue flowers that bloom from June to July. The basal leaves are rounded or heart-shaped, while those along the stem are narrow and elongated. The flowers, solitary or arranged in small clusters, have five spreading lobes at the tip, giving the corolla a delicate and airy appearance. The fruits are small capsules that release very fine brownish seeds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis species is widespread in meadows, clearings, rocky outcrops, dunes, roadsides, and pastures. It thrives in poor to moderately fertile soils, dry to slightly moist, provided they are well-drained. Very hardy, it grows best in full sun but also tolerates partial shade. In Quebec, it is most often found in open environments, frequently in dry or rocky sites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 2 \u003c\/strong\u003e→ Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarebell is a nectar-bearing plant that attracts many pollinators, including bees, bumblebees, and butterflies. Bumblebees are particularly adept at entering the flowers to reach the nectar. In natural habitats, it contributes to floral diversity and supports certain specialized insects that depend on its summer flowering. Its ability to grow in poor soils also makes it a useful plant for stabilizing slopes and disturbed areas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHarebell seeds require \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47673331024123,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/campanula-rotundifolia-campanule-a-feuilles-rondes-16.jpg?v=1762285809"},{"product_id":"semences-gainier-rouge-cercis-canadensis","title":"Seeds - Eastern Redbud","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEastern redbud (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCercis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ecanadensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a slow-growing, small ornamental tree, generally reaching about 5 m in height. It is distinguished by its spectacular flowering in early spring: before the leaves appear, its branches are covered with small magenta-pink flowers that emerge directly from the wood, even on the trunk. Its heart-shaped foliage, light green in spring, becomes medium green in summer and golden yellow in fall. Its shape is often rounded or spreading, with gracefully arched branches.\u003cbr\u003eIn Quebec, eastern redbud grows mainly in the warmest areas of the southern part of the province, particularly in sheltered locations. It prefers rich, deep, well-drained soils but tolerates a wide range of substrates, including calcareous or slightly clay soils, provided they are not waterlogged.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe flowers of eastern redbud are edible; they have a slightly tangy flavour and can be added to salads or used as decorative garnishes. The young tender pods are also edible, raw or cooked, although they are rarely used.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEastern redbud provides notable ecological value in open habitats and forest edges. Its early flowering offers an important source of nectar for bees and the first pollinators of spring. Its pods, produced at the end of summer, serve as food for certain birds and small mammals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eEastern redbud seeds require scarification and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47673393447163,"sku":null,"price":6.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/cercis-canadensis-gainier-rouge-5_cd7753fa-0bcb-43b6-b962-d241c39f5527.jpg?v=1764721576"},{"product_id":"semences-aster-poilu-symphyotrichum-pilosum","title":"Seeds - Frost Aster","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eFrost aster (\u003cem\u003eSymphyotrichum\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003epilosum\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as old field aster, is a perennial plant of open, well-drained habitats, forming airy clumps reaching up to 150 cm in height. Its stems are slender, upright and slightly hairy to the touch. The leaves are narrow, simple and elongated. The abundant white flowering occurs late in the season, from late summer into fall. The species grows in full sun in dry prairies, old fields, gravelly soils and well-drained roadsides, where it readily establishes and self-seeds.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFurthermore, asters (\u003cem\u003eSymphyotrichum\u003c\/em\u003e spp.) are recognized as \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/keystone-plants-essential-pillars-of-biodiversity\" title=\"Keystone Plants: Essential Pillars of Biodiversity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekeystone plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for biodiversity in many North American ecoregions, as they support a wide variety of beneficial insects, caterpillars, and birds that rely on their flowers and seeds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 4\u003c\/strong\u003e → Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrost aster is a major nectar source in late season, particularly important for overwintering bumblebee queens, solitary bees and hoverflies. It is also visited by several butterfly species seeking late nectar. Its late flowering fills a critical gap in fall floral availability. Its root system contributes to light soil stabilization in open and disturbed habitats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFrost aster seeds require \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47673438699771,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g","offer_id":48762464600315,"sku":null,"price":12.2,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":48762464633083,"sku":null,"price":30.55,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10g","offer_id":48762464665851,"sku":null,"price":48.85,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/symphyotrichum-pilosum-aster-poilu-5.jpg?v=1762287698"},{"product_id":"semences-tilleul-damerique-tilia-americana","title":"Seeds - American Basswood","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eAmerican basswood (\u003cem\u003eTilia\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eamericana\u003c\/em\u003e), also called American linden, is a deciduous tree native to eastern North America, including Quebec. It can reach 25 metres in height and a trunk diameter of up to 1 metre. Its habit is broad and rounded, with a rounded crown in young trees that becomes more irregular with age. The leaves are heart‑shaped and measure 10 to 25 cm long. They are dark green above and paler beneath, turning yellow in fall. In early summer, it bears fragrant, pale yellow flowers in drooping clusters that are especially attractive to bees. The fruit is a small, hard nutlet attached to a characteristic leaf‑like bract that aids wind dispersal. American basswood prefers rich, moist, well‑drained soils and is often found in mixed forests and along streams in Quebec.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eFurthermore, native lindens (\u003cem\u003eTilia\u003c\/em\u003e spp.) are recognized as \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/keystone-plants-essential-pillars-of-biodiversity\" title=\"Keystone Plants: Essential Pillars of Biodiversity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekeystone plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;for biodiversity in many North American ecoregions, as they support a wide variety of pollinating insects and birds that rely on their flowers, leaves, and seeds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYoung leaves can be eaten raw or cooked; they have a mild flavour and a tender, slightly mucilaginous texture, ideal for salads. The sap can be used as a refreshing drink or concentrated into syrup as a sweetener. The flowers, mild and fragrant, can be eaten raw in salads or brewed as an infusion. American basswood also has medicinal properties. A flower infusion is antispasmodic, diaphoretic, and sedative. It is used for hypertension, arteriosclerosis, anxiety‑related digestive disorders, colds, respiratory catarrh, and migraines. A tea or tincture of the leaves, flowers, and buds is traditionally employed for nervous headaches, restlessness, and painful digestion. \u003cstrong\u003eCaution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frequent consumption of flower tea may damage the heart. Always consult a professional before using any plant for medicinal purposes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAmerican basswood plays an essential role in its ecosystem. Its flowers are an important nectar source for bees, contributing to high‑quality honey production. The tree provides habitat and food for many animals, including birds and small mammals. In addition, its leaves feed the caterpillars of certain Lepidoptera, thereby supporting local biodiversity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAmerican basswood seeds require \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47673492242683,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10g","offer_id":47747207758075,"sku":null,"price":15.2,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25g","offer_id":47747207790843,"sku":null,"price":30.4,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"50g","offer_id":47747207823611,"sku":null,"price":48.65,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"100g","offer_id":47747207856379,"sku":null,"price":77.8,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/tilia-americana-tilleul-d-amerique-7.jpg?v=1762288374"},{"product_id":"semences-spiree-tomenteuse-spiraea-tomentosa","title":"Seeds - Steeplebush","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteeplebush (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpiraea tomentosa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a native shrub of wet habitats, generally 1 to 2 m tall, with an upright form, often forming small colonies at the edge of marshes or natural ditches. Its leaves are oval, slightly fuzzy on the underside, medium green in summer and turning yellow in fall. The highly ornamental flowering occurs in summer as long conical spikes of small bright pink flowers. The species grows in full sun in bogs, wet meadows and poorly drained banks, tolerating acidic and constantly moist soils.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteeplebush produces an abundance of nectar highly valued by bees, bumblebees and butterflies in midsummer. Its dense colonies also provide shelter for beneficial insects and certain small birds of riparian habitats. Its ability to establish in wet and unstable soils makes it useful for the light stabilization of wetland environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSteeplebush seeds require scarification and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47673534939387,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g","offer_id":47747192553723,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5g","offer_id":48767868141819,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/spiraea-tomentosa-3.jpg?v=1762289723"},{"product_id":"semences-thuya-occidental-cedre-thuja-occidentalis","title":"Seeds - Eastern White Cedar","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEastern white cedar (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eThuja occidentalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a conifer native to eastern Canada and the United States. It can reach 15 to 20 m in height under normal conditions, and even higher in favourable environments. Young trees are typically narrow and conical, becoming broader with age. Its leaves are small, scale-like, and closely pressed against flattened branchlets, with a glossy dark green colour. The reddish-brown bark peels away in long strips. Eastern white cedar thrives both in moist forests and on shallow calcareous soils where few other species can establish themselves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEastern white cedar has antiseptic, antiviral, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, expectorant, and diuretic properties. Its leaves can be used in infusions, which are rich in vitamin C and other active beneficial compounds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn cooking, its resin-scented foliage adds a distinctive boreal flavour. Used sparingly, it can season both savoury and sweet dishes and is also used to make syrups and jellies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because it contains thujone—a compound that can be toxic in large amounts—its use should remain occasional and moderate. Regular consumption is not recommended without medical supervision, and cedar should be avoided by pregnant or breastfeeding women, children, and individuals with neurological, liver, kidney, or autoimmune disorders.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEastern white cedar plays an important ecological role in wetland and calcareous environments. It helps stabilize soils and protect stream banks from erosion. Its dense branches provide shelter for many birds and small mammals, while its evergreen foliage serves as a winter food source for deer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eEastern white cedar seeds require scarification and \u003ca title=\"Stratification\" href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47673601425659,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g","offer_id":47673601458427,"sku":null,"price":7.85,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":47673601491195,"sku":null,"price":19.7,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10g","offer_id":47673601523963,"sku":null,"price":31.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/thuja-occidentalis-thuya-occidental-30.jpg?v=1762290594"},{"product_id":"semences-verge-dor-rugueuse-solidago-rugosa","title":"Seeds - Rough-stemmed Goldenrod","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eRough-stemmed goldenrod (\u003cem\u003eSolidago rugosa\u003c\/em\u003e) is a perennial native to Canada, common in damp meadows, ditches, and forest edges. It typically grows 60 cm to 1.5 metres tall and forms dense clumps from a short rhizome. Its sturdy stems are often reddish at the base and covered with fine hairs. The foliage, rough to the touch, is medium to dark green. In late summer, it becomes covered with hundreds of small golden-yellow flowers arranged in branching, arching panicles, creating a bright, dense display from late August to October. Hardy and tolerant, it grows in moist to wet but well-drained soils and also adapts to medium soils in sunny garden settings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFurthermore, goldenrods (\u003cem\u003eSolidago\u003c\/em\u003e spp.) are recognized as \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/keystone-plants-essential-pillars-of-biodiversity\" title=\"Keystone Plants: Essential Pillars of Biodiversity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekeystone plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for biodiversity in many North American ecoregions, as they support a wide variety of pollinating insects and birds that rely on their flowers and seeds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 4 \u003c\/strong\u003e→ Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe aerial parts of rough-stemmed goldenrod have been used in infusions for their diuretic, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic properties. Dried flowers can also be used to flavour light infusions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRough-stemmed goldenrod is an essential late-season food source for a wide diversity of pollinators, including bees, bumblebees, hoverflies, and several butterfly species. It also attracts many beneficial predatory and parasitic insects. Its dry stems provide winter shelter for small invertebrates, while its seeds feed some seed-eating birds. In both natural habitats and urban plantings, this species contributes to soil stabilization and supports biodiversity late in the season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eRough-stemmed goldenrod seeds require \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47673676660987,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":47673676726523,"sku":null,"price":42.35,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10g","offer_id":47673676693755,"sku":null,"price":67.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/solidago-rugosa-verge-dor-rugueuse-1.jpg?v=1762291487"},{"product_id":"semences-verge-dor-du-canada-solidago-canadensis","title":"Seeds - Canada Goldenrod","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eCanada goldenrod (\u003cem\u003eSolidago canadensis\u003c\/em\u003e) is a tall, vigorous perennial that can grow up to 1.8 m high. It forms dense clumps from underground rhizomes and often spreads to create large colonies. Its upright stems are slightly hairy and bear numerous narrow, toothed leaves arranged alternately. In late summer and fall, it becomes covered with a profusion of small, bright yellow flowers clustered in gracefully arching panicles. This abundant bloom makes it a valuable late-season source of nectar and pollen when few other flowers remain. The species naturally grows in meadows, ditches, fallow fields, and sunny edges, on well-drained to moderately moist soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eFurthermore, goldenrods (\u003cem\u003eSolidago\u003c\/em\u003e spp.) are recognized as \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/keystone-plants-essential-pillars-of-biodiversity\" title=\"Keystone Plants: Essential Pillars of Biodiversity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekeystone plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u0026nbsp;for biodiversity in many North American ecoregions, as they support a wide variety of pollinating insects and birds that rely on their flowers and seeds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe leaves and flowers of Canada goldenrod can be used in infusions for their diuretic, anti-inflammatory, and astringent properties.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCanada goldenrod plays a major ecological role in open habitats. Its late bloom attracts a wide diversity of pollinators, including bees, bumblebees, butterflies, and hoverflies. Its seeds feed several bird species at the end of the season. Thanks to its dense root system, it stabilizes soils and helps prevent erosion on slopes and in meadows.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRecent research (Bielecka \u0026amp; Królak, 2019a, 2019b)¹ has shown that Canada goldenrod has promising potential for soil decontamination. With its extensive root system and its ability to tolerate and accumulate certain heavy metals such as lead, zinc, copper, and manganese, it is being studied as a phytoremediation plant—a natural method of soil detoxification. Although this use remains largely experimental, it suggests an additional ecological role for this species in the restoration of disturbed and urban environments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e¹Bielecka, A., \u0026amp; Królak, E. (2019a). Solidago canadensis as a bio-accumulator and phytoremediator of Pb and Zn. Environmental Science and Pollution Research. Available online: \u003ca class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s11356-019-06690-x\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s11356-019-06690-x\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBielecka, A., \u0026amp; Królak, E. (2019b). The accumulation of Mn and Cu in the morphological parts of Solidago canadensis under different soil conditions. PeerJ, 7:e8175. Available online: \u003ca class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/peerj.com\/articles\/8175\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/peerj.com\/articles\/8175\/\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCanada goldenrod seeds require \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47673732399355,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":47673732464891,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10g","offer_id":47673732432123,"sku":null,"price":48.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/solidago-canadensis-verge-d-or-du-canada-5.jpg?v=1762292836"},{"product_id":"semences-stratifiees-pacanier-du-nord-carya-illinoinensis","title":"Stratified Seeds - Northern Pecan","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed packets from \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e'Snap' and 'Carlson' cultivars, both known for their early maturity and reliable production in short-season climates. Trees are grown in Montreal.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorthern pecan (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eCarya illinoinensis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a large and impressive tree in the walnut family, valued for its graceful shape and its ability to produce pecans. It forms a straight and sturdy trunk, a rounded crown at maturity, and long, slender leaves that turn golden yellow in fall. It grows relatively quickly for a tree of its kind. The flowers appear in spring as small wind-borne structures that will develop into pecans in fall. The fruits ripen inside a green husk that splits open at the end of the season to release an elongated nut. In cooler regions such as Quebec, choosing early-ripening cultivars is essential to obtain a good harvest before the first frosts.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePecans are edible and can be eaten raw or roasted. They are also used in pastries, desserts, salads, simmered dishes, and energy-rich preparations. The nuts can be processed into culinary oils and nut butters.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNorthern pecan plays an important role in riverbank habitats and open woodlands. Its spring flowers provide pollen for insects active early in the season. Its nuts are a sought-after food source for squirrels, chipmunks, and several bird species. 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It typically reaches between 15 and 25 metres in height. It is distinguished by its thin, white bark that peels off in large papery strips, and by its oval, toothed leaves, medium green on top and paler underneath.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFlowering occurs in spring, either before or at the same time as the leaves emerge. Male and female flowers are borne on separate catkins—the former elongated and pendulous, the latter upright. The fruits are small samaras grouped in cylindrical catkins that fall when mature.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper birch is a pioneer species that quickly colonizes disturbed sites: burned lands, clearings, and roadsides. It grows in a wide variety of soils, but prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soils. It tolerates cold, relative drought, and grows well in both full sun and diffuse light. 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The inner cambium, rich in starch, could be eaten in times of need. The bark was also used as a container or material for cooking or preserving food. The wood, for its part, has long been used to make tools, objects, furniture, and paper.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe sap is also edible and can be reduced into syrup, although its sugar content is lower than that of maple sap.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaper birch plays a fundamental role in natural forest succession. As a pioneer species, it prepares the ground for more demanding trees. Its light seeds are dispersed by the wind over great distances. Its leaves, which decompose quickly, enrich the soil with organic matter. It provides food for hares, deer, and many bird species, and shelters numerous insects.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003ePaper birch seeds require \u003ca title=\"Stratification\" href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47699174064379,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g","offer_id":47699174097147,"sku":null,"price":27.15,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5g","offer_id":47699174129915,"sku":null,"price":67.85,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10g","offer_id":48762597540091,"sku":null,"price":108.55,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/betula-papyrifera-bouleau-papier-1.jpg?v=1763056303"},{"product_id":"semences-stratifiees-viorne-cassinoide-viburnum-cassinoides","title":"Stratified Seeds - Wild Raisin","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eWild raisin (\u003cem\u003eViburnum \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003ecassinoides\u003c\/em\u003e, syn. \u003cem\u003eViburnum nudum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e)\u003c\/em\u003e, also known as witherod vibunum, is a native shrub of wet habitats, typically reaching about 1.5 m in height, with a rounded and compact form. Its opposite oval leaves are medium green in summer and turn spectacular shades of red to purple in fall. Flowering occurs in early summer as flat-topped clusters of small creamy white flowers. The fruits, first green then red, mature to a blue-black colour and may persist into winter. The species grows in full sun or partial shade in moist to wet organic or mineral soils, acidic or slightly peaty, commonly found in bogs, marsh edges and natural drainage areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eFurthermore, native viburnums (\u003cem\u003eViburnum\u003c\/em\u003e spp.) are recognized as \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/keystone-plants-essential-pillars-of-biodiversity\" title=\"Keystone Plants: Essential Pillars of Biodiversity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekeystone plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for biodiversity in many North American ecoregions, as they support a wide variety of insects and birds that rely on their flowers, leaves, and fruits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fruits are theoretically edible when fully ripe, but their taste is bitter and mealy, which limits their culinary use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWild raisin is an important resource for wildlife. Its nectar-rich flowers attract wild bees and hoverflies in early summer. Its fruits are consumed by several bird species later in the season, especially when they persist into early winter. Its root system contributes to the stabilization of wet soils, and the shrub provides excellent cover for small wildlife in riparian habitats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWild raisin seeds require \u003ca title=\"Stratification\" href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. 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Its glossy green foliage in summer turns orange to red in fall, giving it strong ornamental appeal. Fragrant white flowers appear in late spring, followed by decorative red fruits that are favoured by birds and often persist late into the season. The species shows excellent tolerance to pollution and harsh growing conditions. It is particularly recommended for stabilizing slopes and erosion-prone soils, and can adapt to both temporarily waterlogged and dry soils once well established. It grows in full sun in open prairies, woodland edges and dry to moderately fresh, well-drained soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurthermore, cockspur hawthorn is recognized as a \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/keystone-plants-essential-pillars-of-biodiversity\" title=\"Keystone Plants: Essential Pillars of Biodiversity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekeystone plant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for biodiversity in many North American ecoregions, as it supports a wide variety of insects and birds that rely on its flowers, leaves, or fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fruits, known as haws, are edible when fully ripe. Their flavour is mild but bland, and they are primarily used to make jelly due to their naturally high pectin content, often combined with other more flavourful fruits to enhance the taste. The leaves can also be used in infusions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCockspur hawthorn is highly beneficial to wildlife. Its spring flowers provide nectar and pollen for pollinators, while its fruits feed birds and small mammals in fall. Its dense structure offers refuge and nesting habitat, especially valued by birds. It actively contributes to soil stabilization in open environments and is valuable in ecological restoration plantings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCockspur hawthorn seeds require \u003ca title=\"Stratification\" href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47710141219067,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1g","offer_id":47710141251835,"sku":null,"price":5.8,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5g","offer_id":47710141284603,"sku":null,"price":20.35,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/crataegus-crus-galli-aubepine-ergot-de-coq-9.jpg?v=1763407797"},{"product_id":"semences-acore-damerique-acorus-americanus","title":"Seeds - American Sweetflag","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eAmerican sweetflag (\u003cem\u003eAcorus americanus\u003c\/em\u003e) is a perennial wetland plant with long, bright green, ribbon-like leaves that stand upright and can reach 60 cm to 1 metre tall. When crushed, the foliage releases an aromatic scent reminiscent of ginger and mandarin. Its discreet flower structure is a greenish yellow cylindrical spadix that sits along one side of a flattened stem. In summer, it produces many tiny clustered flowers followed by very small, inconspicuous fruits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eThis species grows naturally in marshes, bogs, and along pond edges, forming dense colonies through its thick, aromatic rhizomes. It thrives in organic soils that stay consistently humid to waterlogged and tolerates standing water. American sweetflag is native to Canada and occurs in most provinces, including Quebec, especially in low, humid landscapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 4 \u003c\/strong\u003e→ Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe rhizomes are edible once cooked and have a flavour that is both bitter and aromatic. They can be used to flavour beverages, confections, and liqueurs. When dried and ground, they can also be used as a spice reminiscent of cinnamon and ginger.\u003cbr\u003eMedicinally, the rhizomes are known for their carminative, stomachic, expectorant, and antispasmodic properties.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAmerican sweetflag plays an important ecological role in wetlands. Its rhizomes help stabilize shorelines, limit erosion, and filter runoff water. Dense colonies offer shelter and microhabitats for many aquatic invertebrates.\u003cbr\u003eAlthough the flowers are not showy, they provide pollen for certain flies and beetles. The thick clumps also offer refuge for amphibians and nesting areas for small marsh birds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eUpon receipt, it is recommended to place the envelope containing the seeds in the refrigerator until you are ready to begin the germination process. This cold period helps preserve seed viability and promotes more uniform and successful germination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAmerican sweetflag seeds require \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47710184538363,"sku":null,"price":6.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":48761979863291,"sku":null,"price":16.3,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10g","offer_id":48761979896059,"sku":null,"price":26.05,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25g","offer_id":48761979928827,"sku":null,"price":52.1,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50g","offer_id":48761979961595,"sku":null,"price":83.35,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/acorus-americanus-acore-damerique-1.jpg?v=1763409403"},{"product_id":"semences-elyme-de-virginie-elymus-virginicus","title":"Seeds - Virginia Wild Rye","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eVirginia wild rye (\u003cem\u003eElymus virginicus\u003c\/em\u003e) is an upright perennial grass that grows 60 to 120 cm tall, forming tight clumps. Its stiff stems bear long, narrow leaves of bright to medium green, slightly rough to the touch. In summer, it produces straight or gently arching spikes with fine awns that give the plant an elegant, graceful appearance. Virginia wild rye grows in a wide range of habitats, including wet meadows, forest edges, ditches, and stream banks. Its fast growth and dense root system make it an excellent choice for soil stabilization and erosion control, particularly along rivers and slopes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 3 to 4\u003c\/strong\u003e → Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVirginia wild rye plays an important role in preventing soil erosion through its deep, fibrous roots that stabilize banks and slopes. It also helps retain moisture and improves soil structure. Its seeds provide food for many seed-eating birds, including sparrows and wild turkeys, while its foliage offers shelter for various insects and small mammals. In natural environments, it contributes to vegetation recovery in disturbed areas and enhances plant diversity in meadows and woodland edges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"50g","offer_id":47710208557307,"sku":null,"price":8.15,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"100g","offer_id":47710208590075,"sku":null,"price":13.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/Elymus-virginicus-elyme-de-virginie-4.jpg?v=1763410712"},{"product_id":"semences-sainfoin-boreal-hedysarum-boreale","title":"Seeds - Boreal Sweetvetch","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eBoreal sweetvetch (\u003cem\u003eHedysarum boreale\u003c\/em\u003e), also called northern hedysarum, is a perennial plant in the legume family that typically grows up to 80 cm tall. It forms dense clumps of upright stems bearing numerous small, medium-green leaves arranged alternately along the stem. In summer, it is covered with clusters of pinkish-purple to deep purple flowers that are highly nectar-producing and attract bees and other pollinators. After flowering, it produces small, flat, segmented pods. Boreal sweetvetch naturally grows in dry prairies, rocky slopes, and gravelly or sandy soils across the temperate regions of Canada and the western United States. Once established, it is drought tolerant and thrives in sunny environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 2\u003c\/strong\u003e → Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoreal sweetvetch plays an important role in dry and open ecosystems. Its deep roots help stabilize the soil and prevent erosion, while its flowers are a key resource for wild bees and bumblebees. Thanks to its ability to fix atmospheric nitrogen, it improves soil fertility and supports the regeneration of other native plants. It is often used in ecological restoration projects to re-establish vegetation cover in prairies and disturbed areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47710241390843,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":48767816794363,"sku":null,"price":11.55,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10g","offer_id":48767816827131,"sku":null,"price":18.45,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25g","offer_id":48767816859899,"sku":null,"price":36.9,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50g","offer_id":48767816892667,"sku":null,"price":59.05,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/hedysarum-boreale-sainfoin-boreal-4.jpg?v=1764337298"},{"product_id":"semences-epinette-blanche-picea-glauca","title":"Seeds - White Spruce","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eWhite spruce (\u003cem\u003ePicea glauca\u003c\/em\u003e) is a native conifer found throughout Canada and is characteristic of boreal forests. It can reach up to 20 metres in height and has a straight, slender trunk with thin, greyish, scaly bark. Its crown is dense and conical when young, becoming more irregular with age. The needles are stiff and slightly curved, measuring 12 to 20 mm in length, and are arranged spirally around the twigs. They release a resinous scent when crushed, and their bluish-green colour gives the foliage a silvery appearance. The cones are cylindrical and pendant, measuring 3 to 6 cm long; they are pale at first, then turn light brown at maturity, releasing small winged seeds. This hardy and cold-tolerant species grows in a wide variety of habitats, including mixed forests, lakeshores, bogs, and gravelly or sandy soils. Its shallow root system allows it to adapt to thin soils but also makes it sensitive to strong winds and prolonged drought. \u003cbr\u003eFurthermore, white spruce is considered a keystone plant for biodiversity, supporting a great diversity of decomposer insects, pollinators, and caterpillars, while providing food and shelter for many species of birds and small mammals, including in urban environments where it supports local wildlife.\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFurthermore, native spruces (\u003cem\u003ePicea\u003c\/em\u003e spp.) are recognized as \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/keystone-plants-essential-pillars-of-biodiversity\" title=\"Keystone Plants: Essential Pillars of Biodiversity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekeystone plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for biodiversity in many North American ecoregions, as they support a wide variety of insects and birds that rely on their needles, cones, and the habitats they form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYoung white spruce shoots and needles are used to prepare vitamin-C-rich infusions that help soothe sore throats and support the body during respiratory ailments. Needle infusions also act as a tonic and a decongestant. The young shoots are used to flavour syrups and craft beers, adding a fresh, slightly lemony taste. The resin, which is antiseptic and healing, has long been used to treat wounds and burns, or applied as a poultice to relieve muscle pain. It can also be chewed like gum for its resinous taste and to help calm a cough.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhite spruce plays a vital role in boreal and northern ecosystems. Its dense foliage offers winter shelter to many birds, including the golden-crowned kinglet and the boreal chickadee. Its cones provide food for squirrels, nuthatches, and several bird species. The seeds are also eaten by sparrows and other seed-eating birds, while the branches host lichens and mosses that shelter various invertebrates. This species contributes to soil stabilization in reforested areas and plays an important role in the carbon cycle and the resilience of boreal forests in the face of natural disturbances.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhite spruce seeds require \u003ca title=\"Stratification\" href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47713216397563,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1g","offer_id":47713216430331,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"5g","offer_id":47713216463099,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10g","offer_id":47713216495867,"sku":null,"price":152.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25g","offer_id":47713216528635,"sku":null,"price":303.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"50g","offer_id":48762948190459,"sku":null,"price":486.35,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/Picea-glauca_epinette-blanche-1.jpg?v=1763478088"},{"product_id":"semences-verge-dor-faux-ptarmica-solidago-ptarmicoides","title":"Seeds - Upland White Goldenrod","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eUpland white goldenrod (\u003cem\u003eSolidago ptarmicoides\u003c\/em\u003e, syn. \u003cem\u003eOligoneuron album\u003c\/em\u003e), also called prairie goldenrod and white aster, is a perennial native to Canada, common in dry prairies, sandy ground, and sunny slopes. It is distinguished from other goldenrods by its white flowers resembling those of yarrow. It grows 30 to 90 cm tall and forms dense clumps from a short woody base. Its upright, rigid stems bear narrow, elongated, silvery-green leaves well adapted to dry conditions. From August to September, it produces an abundance of white flowers with yellow centres arranged in flat-topped clusters that are highly attractive to pollinators. Hardy and tolerant, it grows in poor, dry, well-drained soils and withstands heat and exposure to wind.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFurthermore, goldenrods (\u003cem\u003eSolidago\u003c\/em\u003e spp.) are recognized as \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/keystone-plants-essential-pillars-of-biodiversity\" title=\"Keystone Plants: Essential Pillars of Biodiversity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ekeystone plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for biodiversity in many North American ecoregions, as they support a wide variety of pollinating insects and birds that rely on their flowers and seeds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Arial;\" data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/i-the-sociability-index-of-plants-an-essential-tool-for-designing-sustainable-natural-landscapes\" title=\"Sociability index of plants\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSociability index\u003c\/a\u003e: 2 to 3 \u003c\/strong\u003e→ Indicates the plant’s behaviour in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and culinary uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe medicinal uses of upland white goldenrod are similar to those of other species in the Solidago genus. The aerial parts have been used in infusions for their diuretic, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic properties.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUpland white goldenrod plays an important role in maintaining biodiversity in open and dry habitats. Its nectar-rich flowers attract a great diversity of wild bees, wasps, and butterflies, while its stems and leaves provide shelter for numerous insects. Its prolonged late-summer flowering supports pollinators at a time when few other species are in bloom. It is also used for stabilizing dry slopes and for the ecological restoration of degraded open habitats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eUpland white goldenrod seeds require \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek advice from a professional before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, semences indigènes","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47713629208827,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5g","offer_id":48767908511995,"sku":null,"price":16.3,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10g","offer_id":48767908544763,"sku":null,"price":26.05,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9291\/4683\/files\/Solidago-ptarmicoides-verge-dor-faux-ptarmica-1.jpg?v=1763493740"},{"product_id":"semences-spiree-a-larges-feuilles-spiraea-alba-latifolia","title":"Seeds - Broad-leaved Meadowsweet","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful seedlings,\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003e see the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroad-leaved meadowsweet (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpiraea alba\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e var. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003elatifolia\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e), also called white meadowsweet, is a shrub native to eastern Canada that typically grows 60 to 150 cm tall. It forms dense clumps of upright stems, sometimes reddish at the base, bearing oval to elliptical, medium-green leaves with pale undersides and finely toothed margins. In summer, it produces conical clusters of numerous small white flowers that attract a wide variety of pollinators. In the fall, its foliage often turns yellowish or reddish. It naturally grows in ditches, wet meadows, stream banks, and open marshes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroad-leaved meadowsweet plays an important role in stabilizing wet soils and stream banks with its dense root system. Its flowers provide nectar and pollen for bees, bumblebees, and hoverflies, while its dense branches offer shelter for insects and small birds. Its ability to establish itself in disturbed areas makes it a useful species for ecological restoration in wetlands and grassy ditches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eBroad-leaved meadowsweet seeds require \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/en\/blogs\/publications-in-english\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Stratification\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003egrowing notes below for more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility for the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. 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