Lenten Rose (Helleborus x hybridus). Hardy, late winter to spring-blooming perennialDescription: Saucer-shaped, nodding flowers in a mix of colors, possibilities on separate plants include shades of white, cream, pink, and purple; dark green, le... - Lenten Rose (Helleborus x hybridus).
Lewis' Prairie Flax Seeds (Linum perenne lewisii). In 1806, Lewis and Clark observed this western North American perennial in the valleys of the Rocky Mountains. It was named Linum Lewisii after Capt. Meriwether Lewis. This subspecies, which is more robust than the common European species... - Lewis' Prairie Flax Seeds (Linum perenne lewisii).
Library Book Stand. The right piece of furniture can provide a striking focal point for a room. This library book stand has that capability. The simple neoclassical fretwork on the sides and back gives it great visual distinction. Wide glass shelves provide ample sto... - Library Book Stand.
Listada de Gandia Eggplant Seeds (Solanum melongena cv.). The eggplant was long cultivated in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East before it's introduction to Europe in the mid-1500s'. Thomas Jefferson first planted eggplant at Monticello in 1809. The Listada de Gandia Eggplant is an heirloom from ... - Listada de Gandia Eggplant Seeds (Solanum melongena cv.).
Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium). Hardy, North American perennial grassDescription: Warm season, ornamental grass with slender green leaves that have a bluish tinge at the base; fall foliage ranges from bronze to flaming orange; fluffy plumes of ripening seed heads catch... - Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium).
Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History. An important book for all ages, Little Leaders educates and inspires as it relates true stories of forty trailblazing black women in American history. Illuminating text paired with irresistible illustrations bring to life both iconic and lesser... - Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History.
Littleleaf Linden (Tilia cordata). Hardy, deciduous tree Description: Dark, shiny green leaves turn yellow in fall. Fragrant, yellowish flowers in mid-summer Habit: Grows 60 to 70 feet high and 30 to 40 feet wide; can be pruned into hedges Culture: Prefers moist&c... - Littleleaf Linden (Tilia cordata).
Long Green Improved Cucumber Seeds (Cucumis sativus cv.). Cucumbers have been cultivated for centuries in India and China and were part of the diet of Greeks and Romans. They were introduced into the New World by 15th-century Spanish explorers who brought fruits to Haiti. Thomas Jefferson included "early lo... - Long Green Improved Cucumber Seeds (Cucumis sativus cv.).
Long Island Mammoth Dill Seeds (Anethum graveolens cv.). This strongly aromatic, self-seeding herb is native from the Mediterranean region to Southern Russia and was cultivated for its carminative, or gas dispelling, properties by the Greeks and Romans. Both its fern-like foliage and spic... - Long Island Mammoth Dill Seeds (Anethum graveolens cv.).
Long Red Cayenne Pepper Seeds (Capsicum annuum). Thomas Jefferson first planted the Cayenne Pepper in 1767 at Shadwell, his birthplace, just before his 24th birthday. This versatile tropical fruit is used in cooking - fresh or dried - as a hot, spicy flavoring. The green or ripe p... - Long Red Cayenne Pepper Seeds (Capsicum annuum).
Lovage (Levisticum officinale). Hardy, perennial kitchen garden herb Description: Hollow, branching stem resembles celery stalks, smooth, deep glossy-green leaves; yellow flowers in large umbels followed by pale yellowish-brown seedsHabit: Tall, robust... - Lovage (Levisticum officinale).
Love-in-a-Mist Seeds (Nigella damascena). Harvested from the gardens at Monticello.Love-in-a-Mist has been grown in gardens since the late 16th century. This self-seeding, cool-season annual produces handsome blue, white, or pink flowers amidst the delicate, lacy foli... - Love-in-a-Mist Seeds (Nigella damascena).
Love-lies-bleeding Seeds (Amaranthus caudatus). Harvested from the gardens at Monticello.When Thomas Jefferson noted "amarenths" on an 1806 list of flowers, he was likely referring to Love-Lies-Bleeding, a curious summer annual cultivated by the earliest American flower gardeners. Its ... - Love-lies-bleeding Seeds (Amaranthus caudatus).
Lupine Seeds (Lupinus perennis). The perennial Lupine is a North American native that was introduced to Europe by 1658 and listed in Philadelphia nurseryman Bernard McMahon's 1804 Broadside. The plant forms showy spikes of blue, pea-like flowers that are attractive to butterfl... - Lupine Seeds (Lupinus perennis).
Mahogany Desk Caddy. Richly finished mahogany, smoothly curved corners and a carefully carved border lift this desk caddy a significant cut above standard desk accessories. Desktop organizer has three wide slots and a vertical compartment to hold pens and pencils&c... - Mahogany Desk Caddy.
Making the Presidency. An authoritative account of the second president of the United States that shows how John Adams's leadership and legacy defined the office for those who followed and ensured the survival of the American republic.The United States of 1797 faced enormo... - Making the Presidency.
Maltese Cross (Lychnis chalcedonica). Hardy perennialDescription: Tight clusters of bright scarlet, cross-shaped flowers on long stalks in early summer Habit: Grows up to 3 feet high Culture: Prefers full sun and well-drained garden loam Hardiness: Cold hardy to USDA Zone 3 Ori... - Maltese Cross (Lychnis chalcedonica).
Maltese Cross Seeds (Lychnis chalcedonica). Maltese Cross is an early summer-blooming perennial that bears tight clusters of bright scarlet, cross-shaped flowers on long stalks. It was an early import to the American colonies, and was listed in Philadelphia nurseryman Bernard McMah... - Maltese Cross Seeds (Lychnis chalcedonica).