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02368 BASIL, LEMON “SWEET DANI”. (O. basilicum citriodorum). 1998 AAS Winner. Our number one choice in culinary herbs! Bursting with lemon scent, even when lightly touched. High oil and citral content, more compact plant height. Spikes of white blooms appear later in season. 70 days. Ht. 26 in.


02372 BASIL, BUSH. (O. basilicum “Minimum”). Compact plant that’s ideal for growing indoors with proper lighting. Excellent with meat, fi sh, vegetables, salads, spa- ghetti and eggs. Likes tomatoes and repels fl ies and mosquitoes. Can be trimmed as a topiary plant. 70 days. Ht. 12 in.


02374 BASIL, GENOVESE. (O. basilicum). One of the most full-fl avored basils, with a rich aroma to match. Favored for many dishes where basil is a primary ingredient. 70 days. Ht. 24 in.


02378 BASIL, RED RUBIN IMPROVED. (O. basilicum). Vigorous purple Italian Large Leaf type. Leaves hold their color before and after har- vest. Lavender fl owers. Great traditional basil fl a- vor. High yielder. 70 days. Ht. 20 in.


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02371 BASIL, SWEET. (O. basilicum). Known as the “Herb of Love”. Can be used fresh or dry, with meat, vegetables and salads. 70 days. Ht. 18-24 in.


02380 BORAGE. (Borago offi cinalis). Cucumber-fl avored leaves and fl owers. Attracts bees. Young leaves are ideal for salads. Blue and pink fl owers are lovely on cakes and in summer drinks. Likes tomatoes; deters tomato horn worms. Ht. 18 in.


80289 HERB MILL. If you prefer to use fresh herbs when you prepare dish- es, this is the herb mill for you! You’ll fi nd it ideal for mincing parsley, chives and other fresh herbs. Comes with quality stainless steel blades. $6.95 each.


54095 HERB SCISSORS.


Three high precision sharp blades cut, snip and mince herbs and scallions while retain- ing their fl avorful oils. Fast and easy. Large, non-slip ergonomic comfort handles. 7-1/2” long. $9.95 each.


02250 DILL, BOUQUET. (Anethum graveo- lens). Seeds used in pickling. Leaves add a unique taste to salads, fi sh and omelettes. Likes


cabbage, deters cabbage worms. Ht. 30-36 in.


Dill


02450 SAVORY, SUMMER.


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(Satureja hortensis). Aromatic tops are ideal for seasoning gravies, stews and vegetable dishes, and creates a tangy spread when added to butter. Extremely versatile. Deters bean beetles. Ht. 18 in.


ARUGULA, ROCKET.


Parsley


so easy-to-grow on a sunny window sill or tucked into a planter or garden where your kitty roams. It’s also a pretty ornamental that can be used for accents in borders and containers. If it isn’t kept nipped off by your cat, it can reach 2 to 3 ft. in height. 25 days.


Chamomile Cat Grass


02389 CHAMOMILE. (Matricaria chamomilla). Daisy- like blossoms and an apple-like fl avor and taste. Very aromatic, used for brewing tea. Deters cabbage worms. 70 days. Ht. 18 in.


02412 CILANTRO OR CORIANDER, LONG STANDING. (Coriandrum sativum). When used for its leaves this herb is known as Ci- lantro. Used fresh or dried. Seeds can be harvested and used in curry pow- der, breads, pickles, and confections. This particular strain was developed for longer leaf (Cilantro) production. 45-70 days. Ht. 18 in.


ing fi nely divided, feathery leaves. Cilantro


and milder than other varieties which can sometimes be overpowering. Much less prone to leaf blemish issues and is slow to bolt. Excellent additions to salsas and sal- ads, even makes a pretty garnish. 28 days. Ht. 12-15 in.


02413 CUMIN. (Cuminum cyminum). Widely used in Mexi- can foods for its hot and pungent fl avor. Also used in pickles, sausage and chutneys. Seeds are widely used in breads, meats and toppings. 70 days. Ht. 12 in.


02408 CILANTRO, Confetti. (Coriandrum sativum). A wonderfully, unique cilantro featur- Flavor is sweeter


02386 CAT GRASS, Polly. (Hordeum vulgare). Satisfy your cat’s cravings for grass with this attractive variety. It’s


Cumin


02833 PARSLEY, KRAUSA. (Petroselinum crispum). This dense, round plant produces a great many leaves, almost all of which are triple-curled and frilled. Crisp, dark green leaves resist fading. Ht. 10-12 in.


02455 MARJORAM, SWEET. (Majorana hortensis). Fresh leaves are used to fl avor fi sh, meats, pasta, sauces and beans. Retains its full fl avor when dried. Complements turkey, lamb and pork dishes. Sprinkle a few dried leaves on buttered bread and broil for a delicious snack. Ht. 24 in.


02415 FENNEL, FLORENCE.


Makes green salads come alive with fl a- vor. Sow from spring through fall. Toler- ates frost. Leaves have slight peppery taste,


spicy. Easy-to-grow. Harvest young leaves and enjoy.


but not too


HERB SEED


Sweet Marjoram


(Foeniculum vulgare dulce). Succulent young swollen stem bases can be steamed or boiled, then cooled, sliced and served in salads. A deli- cious mild anise fl avor de- velops after cooking. Lacy leaves fl avor fi sh, vegetable dishes, salads or use as gar- nish. 75 days. Ht. 30 in.


Fennel


12265 CHOCOLATE MINT. (Mentha piperita). Bronze-green leaves smell and taste like peppermint patty candy. Use sprigs in tea, ice cream, and other desserts. Ht. about 12-14 in. Perennial. Zones 4-9. $5.95 each; 3 for $15.95.


12272 ROSEMARY, MADELINE HILL. (Rosmarinus offi cinalis). This ro- bust rosemary has improved hardiness. Rich-green needle-like foliage is highly aro- matic. A must for gourmet cooking. Grow indoors or out. Ht. 18-24 in. Perennial that withstands temps of -15°F. Zones 5-10. $5.95 each; 3 for $15.95.


12260 LEMON GRASS. (Cymbopogon citratus). Used in Thai and Vietnamese cuisine. Forms clumps of lime-green foliage 3 to 5 ft. tall. Leaves have lemon-citrus tang. Half-hardy perennial. Zones 8-10. Move indoors in winter in cold climates. $7.95 each; 3 for $19.95.


12286 FRENCH TARRAGON. (Artimesia dracunculus). A staple in herb gar- dens for a wide range of kitchen uses including fl avoring vinegars. Produces masses of long, narrow foliage with peppery anise fl avor. Ht. 18-24 in. Perennial. Zones 4-7. $5.95 each; 3 for $15.95.


02440 SAGE. (Salvia


Broad leaves, used fresh or dried to fl avor pork, lamb, poultry and dress- ings. Use fi nely crushed leaves to embellish sausages, cheeses and chicken. Likes cabbage family, deters cabbage worms. Ht. 24 in.


offi cinalis).


Potted plants in 2-1/4 or 2-1/2 inch pots, shipped at planting time for your area. Check these out and order several. They’re just what you need for better fl avored food and drink. Many are perennials, so one planting will produce for years. See page 28 for state shipping restrictions.


HARD-TO-FIND Specialty Herb Plants.


12276 PINEAPPLE SAGE. (Salvia elegans). Foliage smells like fresh pineapple when rubbed. Scarlet, tubular shaped fl owers are favorites of hummingbirds. Grows 2-3 ft. tall with bright green leaves and reddish stems. Use for teas, preserves, potpourri. Not winter hardy in most climates. Perennial. Zones 8-10. $5.95 each; 3 for $15.95.


12296 WINTER THYME. (Thymus vulgaris). Use aromatic leaves fresh or dried. Often used as a salt and pepper substitute for fl avoring foods while cooking or at the table. Attractive landscape plant, too. Attracts bees. Ht. 8-12 in. Perennial. Zones 5-8. $3.95 each; 3 for $10.95.


12289 GREEK OREGANO. (Origanum onites). Widely used fresh or dried for fl avoring tomato sauces, meats, fi sh, salads and Italian dishes. Thick green leaves are very aromatic. Pro- duces lavender fl owers. Ht. about 1 ft. Perennial. Zones 4-9. $3.95 each; 3 for $10.95.


12293 STEVIA OR SWEETLEAF. (Stevia rebaudiana). Incredibly sweet leaves are vir- tually calorie-free and safe for diabetics. Many times sweeter than sugar. Used fresh, dried, powdered or in liquid form to sweeten food and beverages. Grows fast in hot weather to 18-36 in. tall. Great container plant. Not a perennial in most areas, but will live over in Zones 9 and 10. $5.95 each; 3 for $15.95.


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