SPECIALTY HERB PLANTS
A selection of herbs not available as seed, propagated by cuttings to stay true to variety. Sold in 3½ inch pots.
Bay Laurel or Sweet Bay STEVIA Stevia or Sweetleaf
(Stevia rebaudiana)–(57 Day)–Zones 9-10 Sweet leaves are many times sweeter than sugar. Calorie-free and safe for diabetics. Stevia is a natural, low-gly- cemic alternative to sugar and artifi cial sweeteners. It can be used fresh, dried, powdered or in liquid form to sweeten food and beverages. Harvest leaves and make your own green powder or liquid stevia extract. Plants grow fast in hot weather, bearing clusters of small white fl owers in summer. Makes a nice con- tainer plant. Bushy plants grow 18 to 36 inches tall.
02447–STEVIE (SEED ONLY)–Improved
germination over other varieties. (A) Pkt. (20 seeds) $2.95; 2 pkts. $5.20
12293–PLANTS (3½ inch pots): Each $4.95; 3 for $12.95; 6 for $23.95
GROWING AND USING STEVIA by Jeffrey Goettemoeller & Karen Lucke.
recipes! A sim- ple, all-in-one guide to grow- ing Stevia from seed or plants, both indoors and out. Learn how to har- vest leaves and make your own stevia powder or liquid
New edition includes
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recipes include smoothies, desserts, salads and main courses. Paperback. 87
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12255–(Laurus nobilis)–A bay leaf adds extra fullness to meats, soups and stews. Plants can grow into large trees, but in a pot on the kitchen windowsill they’ll grow 3 to 4 inches in a year and can be formed into a delightful topiary specimen. Zones 8-10.
Each $9.95; 3 for $27.95; 6 for $49.95 Provence Lavender
12988–(Lavandula x intermedia)–An intensely fragrant, traditional French lavender. Large, light purple fl owers are excellent for use in baths and sachets, bouquets, wands, potpourri and for culinary use. Tolerates wet soils better than most.
Grows 36 inches tall. Perennial, Zones 5-9. Each $5.95; 3 for $15.95; 6 for $29.95 Lemongrass
12260–(Cymbopogon citratus)–An essential in- gredient in Thai and Vietnamese cuisine. The oil is used in soaps and perfumes. Forms a dra- matic clump of lime-green foliage 3 to 5 feet tall. The leaves impart a lemony-citrus tang. In cooler areas grow it in large tubs and move indoors for the winter. Zones 8-10.
Each $7.95; 3 for $21.95; 6 for $39.95 Mint Chocolate
12265–(Mentha x piperita)–Smells and tastes like Peppermint Patty candy. Grows into a 12 to 15 inch ground cover with very fragrant bronze- green foliage. Lavender-pink fl owers. Use with ice
cream or other desserts. (Not pictured). Zones 4-9. Each $5.95; 3 for $15.95; 6 for $29.95
Roller Herby Herb Slicer 54053–Six stainless steel roller blades make quick work of mincing and cutting herbs. Non- slip, silicone handle. Disassembles for easy cleaning. A protective storage cover is includ- ed. Also useful for cut- ting pastry dough and noodles. Each $18.95
NOT ALL CROWNS LOOK LIKE THIS ONE FOUND IN OUR NURSERY
Mojito Mint
12266–(Mentha x villosa)–A mint that traces its origins back to Cuba, used to fl avor the cocktail for which it’s named. The aromatic leaves may be used fresh or dried in all kinds of dishes and drinks. Not as overpowering as other mints. Grows 18
to 24 inches tall. Perennial, Zones 6-9. Each $5.95; 3 for $15.95; 6 for $29.95 French Tarragon
12286–(Artemisia dracunculus var. sativa) A staple in every kitchen garden. Long, narrow foliage is used for fl avoring vin- egars and a wide range of other foods. Has a peppery anise fl avor. 18 to 24 inches. Zones 4-7.
Each $5.95; 3 for $15.95; 6 for $29.95 Barbecue Rosemary
12270–(Rosmarinus offi cinalis)–Use stems for unique and fl avorful skewers. Strong, erect stems make excellent bar- becue skewers, adding savory fl avor to your shish kabobs. Bears light blue fl ow- ers. Light green foliage has a piney scent. Indispensible as a kitchen herb and for crafts. Grows 36 to 48 inches tall. Peren- nial, Zones 7-9
Each $5.95; 3 for $15.95; 6 for $29.95
Madeline Hill Rosemary
MADELINE HILL ROSEMARY
LEEK
Leeks add a European fl are to soups, stews, etc., with fl avor that’s milder and sweet- er than onions and a creamier texture. Unlike onions, leeks are not day-length sensi- tive so their tops do not fall over. Approximately 10,000 seeds per ounce. Cannot ship leek plants to AK, CA, HI, ID.
Lancelot HORSERADISH
BOHEMIAN–Zones 4-8–The top variety for condiment use. This hardy horseradish produces large white roots for making gourmet sauces. It grows vigorously and is ready to harvest in one year. Prefers rich soil and plenty
of moisture. 04479–CROWNS: 3 for $5.95; 6 for $9.95; 12 for $17.95 04480–SETS: 5 for $7.95; 10 for $12.95; 25 for $27.95
Mammoth Sandwich Island SALSIFY
03415–(120 Day)–Known as ‘Vegetable Oyster’ this root tastes remarkably like oys- ters. Creamy white roots are 8 to 9 inches long and 1 to 1½ inches across at the shoulder. Excellent when peeled, sliced and boiled or fried, and served in sauces or soups. Can either be dug and stored in the fall or left in the ground all win- ter and harvested as needed. Does best in loose, sandy
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with this very dependable and high- yielding variety. Thick white shafts 12 to 14 inches long are topped with dark blue-green fl ags. Has good virus toler- ance. Available as seed and pre-started
(90 Day)–Harvest beautiful leeks
plants. 02502–SEED: (A) Pkt. (approx. 250 seeds) $2.75; (J) ¼ oz. $12.95; (K) ½ oz. $19.95
04496–PLANTS: (Minimum 50 plants per bunch): 1 bunch $11.95; 2 bunch- es $18.95; 5 bunches $35.95; 10 bunches $54.95; 30 bunches $89.95
Lincoln
soil. Highly nutritious. Average 2100 seeds per ounce. (A) Pkt. (approx. 300 seeds) $2.95; (L) oz. $7.95
(50-80 Day)–Grow baby leeks or mild giants with this variety. Sow seed thickly like scallions and harvest when fi nger-size for baby leeks, leaving some to mature into full-size giant leeks 2½ inches or more in diameter. Plant from early summer to fall for a steady sup- ply. Hilling your leeks will encourage longer shanks. 02504–SEED ONLY: (A) Pkt. (approx. 250 seeds) $2.75; (J) ¼ oz. $12.95; (K) ½ oz. $19.95
Phone: 1-800-247-5864 SOCHI TEA PLANT LANCELOT Sochi Tea Plant
12261–(Camellia sinensis)–Zones 7-9–The most northern-grown tea in the world. Tea plants are attractive evergreen shrubs that will grow in regions where temperatures don’t fall below 0°F. They produce abundant 1 to 2 inch fragrant white fl owers in fall and have leathery, dark green fo- liage. Our Sochi plants were grown from seed gathered in Sochi, Russia. The leaves of Sochi, when dried, make a very aromatic and fl avorful tea. Plants prefer part shade in hot areas and rich, well-drained, acidic soil. If left unpruned they
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will grow 8 to 10 feet tall. 3½ inch pots. Each $12.95; 3 for $35.95
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12272–(Rosmari- nus offi cinalis)–Ro- bust plants show improved hardi- ness. Rich green needle-like foliage is highly aromatic. Bears wedgewood blue fl owers. A must for the herb garden and indoor pots. Grows 18 to 24 inches tall. Zones 5-10.
Each $5.95; 3 for $15.95; 6 for $29.95 FRENCH TARRAGON
BARBECUE ROSEMARY
SPECIALTY HERB OFFER 12251 (X)–One plant each of Bay Laurel,
French Tarragon and Madeline Hill Rosemary, 3 plants total for $17.95
MOJITO MINT LEMONGRASS BAY LAUREL
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