Junebearing
Matures in 60-70 days
Nothing compares to the mouthwatering flavor of home-grown Strawberries.
MATURES In 60-70 days
CARE Plant in organic-rich well drained soil.
Chervil
Anthriscus cerefolium 'Vertissimo'
Features
Old-fashioned culinary herb with mild anise flavor. 'Vertissimo' resists bolting and bounces back well from summer heat.
Uses
Attractice sprigs make a colorful garnish on the dinner plate. Best used fresh or frozen for fullest flavor.
Care
Does best in rich, moist yet well-drained soil in a partly shaded location. Pinch out flower heads to prolong leaf production.
Features
Old-fashioned culinary herb with mild anise flavor. 'Vertissimo' resists bolting and bounces back well from summer heat.
Uses
Attractice sprigs make a colorful garnish on the dinner plate. Best used fresh or frozen for fullest flavor.
Care
Does best in rich, moist yet well-drained soil in a partly shaded location. Pinch out flower heads to prolong leaf production.
Oregano
Origanum laevigatum 'Hopley's Purple"
Height 24-36"
Space 12-18"
Sun to Shade
Blooms Midsummer
Features
Scented foliage is complemented in summer by deep pink flowers that last for weeks. Faded flowers deepen in color and remain attractice through later summer. Attracts butterflies, too.
Uses
Mix in perennial beds and cottage gardens. Flowers are perfect for cutting, and dry well.
Care
Grows in any well-drained location. Actually prefers poor soil and hot, dry conditions. Provide support for stems, or allow to flop for a relaxed mood.
Height 24-36"
Space 12-18"
Sun to Shade
Blooms Midsummer
Features
Scented foliage is complemented in summer by deep pink flowers that last for weeks. Faded flowers deepen in color and remain attractice through later summer. Attracts butterflies, too.
Uses
Mix in perennial beds and cottage gardens. Flowers are perfect for cutting, and dry well.
Care
Grows in any well-drained location. Actually prefers poor soil and hot, dry conditions. Provide support for stems, or allow to flop for a relaxed mood.
Sweet Italian Basil
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| Ocimum basilicum |
Full sun.
2' tall
A big producer of large basil leaves for all of your cooking needs. Each plant can grow to 2.5 feet tall and have beautiful crinkled leaves. Italian Large Leaf Bail has a very sweet flavor and lovely aroma. Great for making pesto or used fresh in summer salads. Plant in full sun and rich well drained soil
Cinnamon Basil
Ocimum bailicum
Bushy annual emitting a spice cinnamon fragrance from its deep green foliage with purple-red veining.
It is thought useful in remedying stomach problems, dental plaque to calm the nerves and reduce fever.
CARE:
Plant in fertile well-drained soil after the danger of frost. Harvest sprigs as needed and remove flowers as they appear. Plant in pots to bring indoors for continued sue during colder seasons. Excellent windowsill plant.
Blooms Late summer
Light Full Sun
Height 18"
Space 18"
Bushy annual emitting a spice cinnamon fragrance from its deep green foliage with purple-red veining.
It is thought useful in remedying stomach problems, dental plaque to calm the nerves and reduce fever.
CARE:
Plant in fertile well-drained soil after the danger of frost. Harvest sprigs as needed and remove flowers as they appear. Plant in pots to bring indoors for continued sue during colder seasons. Excellent windowsill plant.
Blooms Late summer
Light Full Sun
Height 18"
Space 18"
Catnip
Nepeta cataria
Aromatic leaves have a bewitching effect on cats. Fresh or dried leaves make a soothing herbal tea, or use dried leaves to fill cat toys. Attractive in the garden. Protect plants until established to prevent damage. Spreads by seed.
EXPOSURE Sun or part sun
HEIGHT 18-36" tall
SPACING 18" apart
WATER Prefers well-drained soil
Aromatic leaves have a bewitching effect on cats. Fresh or dried leaves make a soothing herbal tea, or use dried leaves to fill cat toys. Attractive in the garden. Protect plants until established to prevent damage. Spreads by seed.
EXPOSURE Sun or part sun
HEIGHT 18-36" tall
SPACING 18" apart
WATER Prefers well-drained soil
Common Chamomile
Matricaria recutita
Deliciously fragrant flowers and leaves have a sweet apple flavor. Dried flowers make an excellent tea which is both flavorful and relaxing an ideal bedtime beverage. A showy addition to the herb garden, and great dried for potpourri. Repels insects.
EXPOSURE SUn or part sun
HEIGHT 18-30"
SPACING 8"
WATER Prefers well-drained soil
Deliciously fragrant flowers and leaves have a sweet apple flavor. Dried flowers make an excellent tea which is both flavorful and relaxing an ideal bedtime beverage. A showy addition to the herb garden, and great dried for potpourri. Repels insects.
EXPOSURE SUn or part sun
HEIGHT 18-30"
SPACING 8"
WATER Prefers well-drained soil
Sweet Marjoram
Origanum majorana
Sweetly spicy leaves add flavor to a wide range of foods. Fresh leaves add zest to vegetable dishes, soups sauces and Italian cuisines. Rub on fresh meats or add to sausage or meat loaf for extra flavor. Freeze for winter use, or grow in a pot indoors.
EXPOSURE Full Sun
HEIGHT 12-24" tall
SPACING 6-8" apart
WATER water weekly during dry spells
Sweetly spicy leaves add flavor to a wide range of foods. Fresh leaves add zest to vegetable dishes, soups sauces and Italian cuisines. Rub on fresh meats or add to sausage or meat loaf for extra flavor. Freeze for winter use, or grow in a pot indoors.
EXPOSURE Full Sun
HEIGHT 12-24" tall
SPACING 6-8" apart
WATER water weekly during dry spells
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