Red Plantain Plantago major ‘Rubrifolia’: 1′ high x 1′ wide / full sun to part shade / zone 2

Product Description

This is an ornamental selection of Broadleaf Plantain, which is a common weed of disturbed soils.  The young leaves and immature flower spikes are edible raw, but are better cooked.  Sam Thayer recommends roasting the leaves like kale chips.  These plants are very robust and can tolerate a great range of soils and conditions.  They’re also used medicinally to reduce the itch of mosquito bites.

Price: $5