TESTED AND PROVEN Perennial Herbs - Culinary, Teas and medicinal.
02418 ANISE HYSSOP. (Agastache foeniculum). Easy-to-grow and will bloom the first summer, with many deep lilac flower spikes on tall, branching stems. Entire plants are uniformly permeated with a sweet anise scent – leaves make wonderful tea, and flowers are used in baking and Oriental dishes. Produces abundant and deli- cious anise-flavored nectar. Ht. 3 ft. Zones 5-9.
02390 ROMAN CHAMOMILE. (Chamaemelum nobile). The perennial strain of Chamomile that grows into a fern-like creeping mat about 8 in. high. Leaves and flowers make soothing teas, dyes and potpourri. Zones 4-8.
Chamomile
02445 SPEARMINT. (Mentha spicata).Very sweet! Adds a sparkle to iced drinks. Blend the chopped leaves with cream cheese or mayonnaise for an unusual dip. Deters cab- bage worms and likes the cab- bage family. Ht. 24 in. Zones 4-9.
Spearmint Catnip
02385 CATNIP. (Nepeta cataria). A favor- ite with your cat! Fresh or dried for seasoning, or teas. Candied catnip leaves are a treat and as an after dinner tea, with lemon and honey, it is unsurpassed. Deters flea beetles. Ht. 24 in. Zones 4-8.
02431 PENNYROYAL. (Mentha pulegium). A highly aromatic herb with a minty, somewhat astringent scent. Use in combination with tansy and other herbs to prepare a flea-repellent dip. Excellent ground cover. Ht. 6-12 in. Zones 6-9.
02473 YARROW. (Achillea millefolium). May be the best all-around medicinal herb ... and we’ve got the tallest and most uniform of its type. White blooms and feathery foliage are sought as one of the body’s natural fortifiers and wound healers. Ht. 36 in. Zones 3-9.
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02449 STEVIA. An interesting plant offering health benefits that have been enjoyed by Asian cultures for decades. Leaves are naturally very sweet but low in calories, heat-stable for cooking and is anti-plaque forming which may help reduce tooth de- cay. 57 days. Ht. 24 in. (10 seeds). Zones 5-8.
02435 ROSEMARY. (Rosmarinus officinalis). Dense evergreen shrub. Very aromatic. Soups, salads and stuffings wel- come this flavor. Great for seasoning pork and lamb. Deters cabbage moths, bean beetles and car- rot flies. Prune as a topiary. Ht. 36 in. Zones 8-10.
Rosemary Lavender 02416 FEVERFEW.
02421 LAVENDER, MUNSTEAD. (Lavandula angustifolia). No sachet or potpourri is complete without this delightful fragrance. Woody plant responds well to pruning and may be used as a low hedge in the border or herb garden. Germination of this strain is more reliable than others. Ht. 12 in. Zones 5-9.
02420 LAVENDER. (Lavandula vera). Aromatic, used for dried flowers. Ornamental, gray- green foliage. The flower, being the most fragrant part, is popularly used in soaps, baths, sachets and pillows and to perfume linens. Said to repel moths, flies and mosquitoes. Ht. 30 in. Zones 6-9.
02419 LAVENDER LADY. (Lavandula angustifolia). Consistent flowering the first year won 1994 All- America Selection Honors for this marvel. Expect a profusion of flower spikes and an abundance of lovely fragrance. This “Lady” is perfect for pe- rennial borders. Ht. 12-16 in. Zones 6-9.
Sage, Clary Biennial Herb.
02441 SAGE, CLARY. (Salvia scalrea). Flowers and leaves used in omelettes and salads. Leaves, dipped in batter and fried, go well with ham or bacon. Used also to flavor pork, poultry, fish and cooked vegetables. Leaves make good tea. Insect repellent. Can be added to pot- pourri and sachets. Attracts bees. Ht. 1-3 ft. Zones 5-9.
Violet
02470 VIOLET. (Viola odorata). Use flowers and leaves in teas or to add color to jellies, punches, salads and wines. Press dried flowers for arrange- ments. Fragrant. Edg- ing plant or ground cover. Ht. 6-12 in. Zones 4-9.
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WORMWOOD, COMMON. (Artemisia absinthium). Silver-gray foliage makes an attrac- tive garden accent. Dry for use in wreaths and decorations. Also can be placed around clothing to protect from insects. Ht. 3 ft. Zones 3-9.
Wormwood
(Matricaria capensis or Chrysanthe- mum parthenium). Native American herb produces sprays of 1 in., single, white daisy-like flowers with flat, yellow cen- ters. Hardy, needs little attending. Repels bees. Reputed to aid in headaches. Ht. 15 in. Zones 4-9.
02448 ST. JOHN’S WORT. (Hypericum perforatum). A versatile woody perennial gaining increasing acceptance and meriting further sci- entific study as an all-natural remedy for depression. Bal- sam scented leaves and attractive, yellow, lemon scented blooms. Also being tested as an anti-inflammatory agent. Likes afternoon shade. Ht. 16-24 in. Zones 4-8.
02430 OREGANO. (Origanum vulgare). Hardy plant with gray-green oval leaves. Flavorful in pizza and other Italian dishes. Also good in stews, soups and gravies. Ht. 18 in. Zones 4-9.
02425 LEMON BALM. (Melissa officinalis). Use in teas and other drinks. Attractive to bees. Easily grown and will reseed. Add leaves to greens and fruit salads for pleasant hint of lemon. Ht. 24 in. Zones 4-9.
02432 PEPPERMINT. (Mentha silvestris crispa). Leaves are splendid in drinks. Cool, refreshing taste. Plants oil is used to flavor candy and desserts. Likes cabbage and de- ters cabbage worms. Ht. 24 in. Zones 4-9.
Thyme
02457 THYME, CREEPING. (Thymus serphyllum). Used in teas, salads, rice and fish dishes. Trail- ing, thick, spreading plants are nice when used between flagstone in walkways. Makes a good ground cover, with small pink flowers that appear early to late summer, and winters well. Ht. 6 in. Zones 5-8.
54076 HERB KEEPER. Keeps herbs fresh for up to 3 weeks. Airtight seal won’t absorb fridge odors. For soft, leafy herbs like parsley and ci- lantro to woody stemmed herbs like rosemary and thyme, even asparagus. Use a water soluble, removable ink to label and date herbs. Fits in refrigerator door. 9 in. x 3-1/4 in. Top rack dish- washer safe. $11.95 each.
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02400 CHIVES. (Allium schoenoprasum). Easy-to-grow indoors as well as outdoors. Grass- like plant can be used wherever a delicate on- ion flavor is desirable. Can be easily dried or frozen. Use pink blos- soms as garnish. Ht. 14 in. (350 seeds).
02379 BERGAMOT.
Bee Balm. (Monarda didyma). Very showy, whorled blooms in a va- riety of red, purple and pink hues. Lovely citrus- scented leaves and flow- ers make a delicious tea or salad. Bees and hum- mingbirds adore its trop- ical fragrance! Ht. 15-18 in. Zones 4-9.
02460 THYME, COMMON. (Thymus vulgaris). Aromatic and ideal for sauces, stews, pickles, poultry and stuff- ings. As universal as can be. Grows well in- doors. Repels cabbage worms. Use as an edging and in rockeries. Ht. 12 in. Zones 5-8.
02454 SWEET WOODRUFF. (Galium odoratum). Use in fruit drinks or teas, and to flavor wine, punches, jellies and glazes. Dried leaves, with their vanilla fragrance, are used in sachets and potpourris. An attractive ground cover in shaded areas, and potted plant. Best in mild climates. Ht. 12 in. Zones 4-8.
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09050 PYRETHRUM. (Chrysanthemum coccineum). Mixed colors, shades of red. Attractive border plant. Will keep neighboring plants pest free of soft-bodied insects. Spray can be made from dried flowers for indoor or outdoor use. Ht. 2-3 ft. Zones 3-7.
02437 RUE. (Ruta graveo- lens). Evergreen, aromatic, blue-green plants, with strong scent, used to flavor cheese. Greenish yellow flowers blos- som from June through Sep- tember. Does not like basil. Deters Japanese beetles and flies. Ht. 12 in. Zones 4-9.
Rue 02463 TANSY.
(Tanacetum vulgare). A bitter herb that repels Japanese bean beetles, striped cucumber beetles and squash bugs. Fragrant. Also used in dried floral arrangements. Ht. 4 ft. Zones 4-8.
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