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02418 ANISE HYSSOP. (Agastache foeniculum). Easy- to-grow and will bloom the fi rst summer, with many deep lilac fl ower spikes on tall, branching stems. Entire plants are uniformly permeated with a sweet anise scent – leaves make wonderful tea, and fl owers are used in baking and Oriental dishes. Produces abundant and delicious anise- fl avored nectar. Ht. 3 ft. Zones 5-9. (100 seeds).
Catnip Anise Hyssop
02385 CATNIP. (Nepeta cataria). A favorite with your cat! Fresh or dried for seasoning. Candied catnip leaves are a treat and as an after dinner tea, with lemon and honey, it is unsurpassed. Deters fl ea beetles. Ht. 24 in. Zones 4-8. (350 seeds).
02448 ST. JOHN’S WORT. (Hypericum perforatum). A versatile
St. John’s Wort
woody perennial that continues to gain increasing acceptance and meriting further scientifi c study as an all-natural remedy for mild depression. Balsam scented leaves and attractive, yellow, lemon scented blooms. Also known to be used as an anti-infl am- matory agent. Likes afternoon shade. Ht. 16-24 in. Zones 4-8. (100 seeds).
02435 ROSEMARY. (Rosmarinus offi cinalis). Dense evergreen shrub. Very aromatic. Soups, salads and stuffi ngs welcome this fl avor. Great for seasoning pork and lamb. Deters cabbage moths, bean beetles and carrot fl ies. Prune as a topiary. Ht. 36 in. Zones 8-10. (100 seeds).
Rosemary 10 Or More Packets
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02421 LAVENDER, MUNSTEAD.
Chives
02400 CHIVES. (Allium schoenoprasum). Easy-to-grow indoors as well as outdoors. Grass-like plant can be used wherever a delicate onion fl avor is desirable. Can be easily dried or frozen. Use pink blossoms as garnish. Ht. 14 in. Zones 3-9. (350 seeds).
02449 STEVIA. (Stevia rebaudiana) An in- teresting plant offering health benefi ts that have been enjoyed by Asian cultures for decades. Leaves are naturally very sweet, but low in calories and are heat-stable for cooking. Can be used fresh, dried or in liquid form to sweeten beverages and food. 57 days. Ht. 24 in. Zones 5-8. (10 seeds).
(Lavandula angustifolia). No sachet or potpourri is complete without this de- lightful fragrance. Woody plant responds well to prun- ing 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. (150 seeds).
Lavender Lavender
Perennial Herbs - Culinary, Teas and medicinal. 02390 ROMAN CHAMOMILE. Chamaemelum nobile). The perennial strain of Chamomile
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. (1,000 seeds).
02425 LEMON BALM. (Melissa offi cinalis). Use in teas and other drinks. Attractive to bees. Easily grown and will reseed. Add leaves to greens and fruit salads for a pleasant hint of lemon. Ht. 24 in. Zones 4-9. (200 seeds).
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 fortifi ers and wound healers. Ht. 36 in. Zones 3-9. (100 seeds).
Peppermint
02432 PEPPERMINT. (Mentha x piperita). Leaves are splendid in drinks. Cool, refreshing taste. Plants oil is used to fl avor candy and des- serts. Likes cabbage and deters cabbage worms. Ht. 24 in. Zones 4-9. (200 seeds).
Thyme
02457 THYME, CREEPING. (Thymus serphyllum). Used in teas, salads, rice and fi sh dishes. Trailing, thick, spread- ing plants are nice when used between fl ag- stone in walkways. Makes a good ground cover, with small pink fl owers that appear early to late summer, and winters well. Ht. 6 in. Zones 5-8. (50 seeds).
Stevia Oregano
into a fern-like creep- ing mat about 8 in. high. Leaves and fl owers make soothing teas, dyes and potpourri. Zones 4-8. (500 seeds).
02379 BERGAMOT. Bee Balm. (Mo- narda fi stulosa). Very showy clusters of purple blooms. Leaves have a strong mint fl avor and scent. Makes a delicious tea. Bees, butterfl ies and hummingbirds adore its fragrance! Ht. 48 in. Zones 3-9. (50 seeds).
02460 THYME, COMMON. (Thymus vulgaris). Aromatic and ideal for sauces, stews, pickles, poultry and stuffi ngs. As universal as can be. Grows well indoors. Repels cabbage worms. Use as an edging and in rockeries. Ht. 12 in. Zones 5-8. (500 seeds).
USING STEVIA. A simple, all-in-one guide to growing Stevia from seed or plants, both indoors and out. Learn how to harvest leaves and make your own stevia powder or liquid extract. This edition includes 35 recipes for deli- cious smoothies, desserts, salads, and main courses. Written by Jeffrey Goette- moeller and Karen Lucke. Paperback. 87 pages. $9.95 each.
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Ornamental, FragranT & HANDY. 02404 CHIVES, GARLIC
GEISHA. (Allium tuberosum). 2015 AAS Winner. A vigorous grower with a nice ‘just-right’ garlic fl avor. Slightly wide, fl at, refi ned leaves
pretty white fl ower stalks late in the season making this an edible that serves a dual purpose as an ornamental, as well. A great cu- linary herb for use in stir-fries, soups, compound butters and as a fresh garnish for a variety of dishes. Attracts butterfl ies when in bloom. 75 days. Ht. 18-20 in. Zones 3-9. (100 seeds).
02420 LAVENDER. (Lavandula angustifolia vera). Aromatic, used for dried fl owers. Ornamental, gray-green foliage. The fl ower, being the most fragrant part, is popularly used in soaps, baths, sa- chets, pillows and to perfume linens. Said to repel moths, fl ies and mosquitoes. Ht. 30 in. Zones 6-9. (200 seeds).
02441 SAGE, CLARY. (Salvia sc- alrea). Flowers and leaves are used in omelettes and salads. Leaves, dipped in batter and fried, go well with ham or bacon. Used also to fl avor pork, poul- try, fi sh and cooked vegetables. Leaves make good tea. Insect repellent. Can be added to potpourri and sachets. Attracts bees. Ht. 1-3 ft. Biennial. Zones 5-9. Sage, Clary (100 seeds).
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53900 HERB VINTAGE GROW BAG. Grow herbs the fun way with this classic looking bag with colorful screen printed graphics. Bags are made of all natural burlap fabric and coated for water reten- tion – includes reinforced drain holes for adequate drainage. Rugged reinforced seams for added strength. Easy-to-use – just fi ll with potting soil and add plants or seeds! Perfect for deck, balcony and patio gardening.
Reusable and folds fl at for seasonal storage. 5 Gallon, 13”W x 10”L x 7”H. $9.95 each.
Cleopatra
02434 OREGANO, CLEOPATRA. (Origanum syrica) 2015 AAS Winner. Uniquely different than Greek and Italian oreganos, Cleopatra has a mildly spicy, minty fl avor that is perfect in Medi- terranean dishes, soups and sauces. Pretty, silver-gray foliage also has an ornamental fl are that will not go unnoticed. Compact, trailing plants produce high yields of leaves that are wonderful as a dried spice when fresh is no longer an option. Plants spread 9 to 10”. 100 days. Ht. 5-6 in. Zones 4-9. (200 seeds).
02437 RUE. (Ruta graveo- lens). Evergreen, aromatic, blue-green plants, with strong scent, used to fl avor cheese. Greenish yellow fl owers blos- som from June through Sep- tember. Does not like basil. Deters Japanese
and fl ies. Ht. 12 in. Zones 4-9. (50 seeds).
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09050 PYRETHRUM. (Tanacetum (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 fl owers for indoor or outdoor use. Ht. 2-3 ft. Zones 3-7. (150 seeds).
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