Herbal Teas

Fragaria vesca. Open Pollinated. Alexandria Strawberry. The plant produces excellent yields of juicy, bright red strawberries from seeds the very first year if started early enough in the spring. These Alpine strawberries don't have runners, so they are perfect for containers, window boxes, and patio gardening. The leaves make excellent herbal tea with woodruff leaves. Suitable for containers, rock gardens, and edging plants. Kids love them. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 551826. A variety from the USA.

Angelica archangelica. Biennial. Open Pollinated. The plant produces excellent yields of Angelica leaves and stalks that are sweet tasting. The roots are used to fight infection, improve energy, and stimulate circulation. Dried leaves can be brewed as tea

65 days. Matricaria recutita. Annual. Open Pollinated. Bodegold Chamomile. The plant produces high yields of chamomile flowers. This improved German variety has higher oil, higher yields, and larger flowers. The plant has white daisy flowers with yellow centers. Chamomile is used as a calming herbal tea and stimulates the immune system. Also known to treat inflammation, stomach disorders, depression, anxiety, and insomnia. It can be used fresh or dried. Grows well in poor soil. Attracts beneficial insects and is suitable for borders and landscaping. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA.

100+ days. Salvia hispanica. Annual. Open Pollinated. Chia. The plant produces excellent yields of beautiful, fuzzy, dark-green leaves and blue flowers. It has a mild, nutty taste. This herb has many health benefits. The seeds are an excellent source of fiber, protein, calcium, and digestive enzymes. The leaves contain powerful antioxidants that improve overall health and increase energy. Ancient civilizations like the Aztecs used them as a staple food for energy and endurance. You can make a therapeutic tea from the leaves that banish lethargy and purify the body. It is said that the fiber and protein in Chia seeds are beneficial for those trying to lose weight. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 163594. An heirloom variety from Guatemala and Mexico.

95 days. Taraxacum officinalis. Perennial. Open Pollinated. This strain forms lush heads of leaves that will rival your favorite lettuce. The leaves are tender, fleshy, and dark green. Nutrient-rich in calcium and zinc. Leaves can be eaten raw, boiled, stir-fried, and used in soup. The roots can be eaten raw, cooked, or roasted, and can be made into a coffee substitute. The flowers can be used to make fritters, tea, and dandelion wine. Research suggests that dandelion may offer several potential health benefits, including antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, digestive support, and possible metabolic benefits. This is one of the safest herbs for regular use. A variety from the USA.

95 days. Tanacetum parthenium. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Feverfew. The plant produces excellent yields of yellow green feathery leaves and white daisy flowers. It is said to ease migraine headaches, fevers, and menstrual cramps. Used to make teas. Also great for fresh cut or dried flowers. It attracts beneficial insects. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA.

65 days. Matricaria recutita. Annual. Open Pollinated. German Chamomile. The plant produces high yields of daisy-like flowers with an apple flavor. It is used fresh and dried to make great flavored, relaxing tea, desserts, drinks, perfumes, and hair rinses. Aids in digestion and acts as a gentle sleep inducer. Because of the herb's antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, chamomile benefits conditions such as eczema, rashes, or insect bites. The dried flowers and leaves also add to the potpourri. Also known as Common Chamomile. Drought Tolerant. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 148624. A variety from the USA.

95 days. Thymus vulgaris. Perennial. Open Pollinated. German Winter Thyme. The plant produces high yields of aromatic Thyme leaves. Used in salads, beans, soups, stews, sauces, pickles, and French & Italian dishes. Excellent for poultry and fish dishes too. Medicinal herb used to treat sore throats and coughs. It is also used as tea and massage oil. This is a winter-hardy variety. It has the ability to overwinter in colder climates better than many other thyme types. Cold Tolerant. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA.

90 days. Ocimum sanctum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Holy Basil. The plant produces good yields of basil leaves. It is a popular herb variety known for its sacred plant in Hinduism and a key herb in Ayurvedic medicine. It has a peppery, clove-like scent and is revered for its spiritual and medicinal properties. The leaves have a musky scent with a hint of mint. Used to make Thai teas. Medicinal used for digestive disorders, reducing stress and anxiety, supporting immunity, and acting as an anti-inflammatory, helping regulate blood sugar and cholesterol, antioxidant properties, respiratory support, as often used in teas for colds/coughs, and also used in male and female tonics by Hindus. Also known as Sacred Basil, Kaprao, and Tulsi. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from India.

85 days. Marrubium vulgare. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Horehound. The plant produces good yields of fuzzy horehound leaves with small white purple or pink flowers. It is used to make horehound candy and tea. Used medicinal to relieve coughs, and sore thr

85 days. Hyssopus officinalis. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Hyssop. The plant produces high yields of Hyssop. It has bright blue violet flowers. It is a popular herb variety used in soups, stews, salads, and soothing tea. Also, medicinal uses to treat colds, the flu, bronchitis, sore throat, bruises, burns, and antiviral conditions, especially for Herpes simplex. Essential oils are used in perfumes. Excellent for attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Also known as Syrian Oregano. Drought Tolerant. An excellent choice for herb gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 104370. A variety from the Mediterranean region.

85 days. Agastache rugosa. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Korean Mint. The plant produces good yields of flavorful green mint leaves with beautiful purple flowers. It is a fragrant, herbaceous perennial in the mint family. The leaves smell like licorice. Used in salads, stir fry, and for seasoning meats and other dishes. Also makes a pleasing tea. It is known to help treat fevers and aid in digestion, chest ailments, and many other conditions. Excellent for aromatic cut flowers. Easy to grow. Attracts beneficial insects and butterflies. Also known as Korean Licorice Mint, Huo Xiang, and Giant Hyssop. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from China, Korea, and Japan.

75 days. Ocimum citriodorum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Lemon Basil. The plant produces good yields of beautiful, shiny basil leaves. It is a popular herb variety prized for its distinctive sweet-lemon scent and tangy citrus flavor, which is stronger than that of regular basil. Leaves have a lemony scent and flavor that is excellent for flavoring chicken dishes. Used in vegetable dishes, salads, pestos, tomato dishes, cheeses, omelets, tea, fish/chicken dishes, curries, and making herb vinegar. Also known as Citrus Basil. Suitable for container gardens. An excellent choice for herb gardens. A variety from India.

Mother of Thyme

85 days. Leonurus cardiaca. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Motherwort. The plant produces good yields of large Motherwort leaves with tiny pink flowers. It is grown for its medicinal properties, as a garden ornamental, and to support pollinators like bees. Used as a traditional female tonic. Dried leaves can be brewed into tea. A medicinal herb used as an emotional balancer, stress reliever, for menstruation, and for the treatment of infertility. It can also help to treat an overactive thyroid. Also known as Lion's Ear and Lion's Tail. A member of the Mint family. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 4763. An heirloom variety native to Europe and Asia.

85 days. Pycnanthemum pilosum. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Mountain Mint. The plant produces good yields of fragrant Mountain Mint leaves. It may be used just like peppermint. It has a wonderful menthol fragrance for potpourri. Used to make teas for indigestion, fevers, and to regulate the menstrual cycle. White flowers attract bees and butterflies. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA.

85 days. Artemisia vulgaris. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Mugwort. The plant produces good yields of beautiful, fragrant leaves. Used to make tea to treat menstrual and menopausal problems. Also used for digestive problems to reduce bloating. Stimulates and improves memory. Good insect repellent. Easy to grow. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the Mediterranean region.

85 days. Mentha pulegium. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Pennyroyal. The plant produces excellent yields of aromatic mint-flavored leaves. It is a low-growing, creeping perennial with tiny lavender-purple flowers. It is used in a variety of remedies and is used in making tea to ease headaches. It can be added to desserts, drinks, and dips. Perfect for seasoning dishes, garnishes, and culinary creations. The plant is said to repel flies, gnats, chiggers, ticks, and mosquitoes! For medical uses, it is used to relieve dizziness and vertigo and is also useful for digestion, flatulence, and stomach problems. This crawling plant is used by homeowners to make permanent landscaping along walkways. Also used as an insect repellent and repels mice. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 197822. A variety from the Mediterranean region.

85 days. Mentha piperita. Perennial. Open Pollinated. The plant produces excellent yields of very aromatic peppermint leaves. The leaves are used to make tea, candies, and desserts. Also used for treating the common cold, asthma, congestion, and indigesti

70 days. Melissa officinalis. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Quedlinburger Neiderliegende Lemon Balm. This plant produces good yields of lemon-scented leaves. It is a premium, improved variety of lemon balm with higher essential oil content, a stronger lemon scent and flavor, increased yields, better winter hardiness, and more fragrant leaves than common varieties. Used for delightful teas, sauces, salads, and summer drinks. Excellent for colds, flu, depression, headaches, and indigestion. This is an improved variety with increased yields, higher essential oil content, and better winter hardiness. Excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the town of Quedlinburg, which sits just north of the Harz mountains in Germany’s Saxony-Anhalt region.

65 days. Chamaemelum nobile. Perrenial. Open Pollinated. Roman Chamomile. The plant produces high yields of daisy-like flowers with an apple flavor. It is known calming effect; both on the body and mind. It is used fresh and dried to make great flavored r

90 days. Salvia officinalis. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Sage. The plant produces excellent yields of very flavorful silver green leaves. Used fresh or dried to season beans, cheese, poultry, pork, sausages, omelets, cheese and bean dishes, meats, sauces, and tomato dishes. Also used as a digestive and nerve tonic. Sage tea is used to gargle for sore throat. Perfect as a border plant in the herb garden. Suitable for containers. Sage naturally dies after about 5 years, so replant every 3 years. Also known as Broadleaf Sage, Common Sage, and Garden Sage. Excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA.

85 days. Mentha spicata. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Spearmint. The plant produces good yields of dark green spearmint leaves. This sweet smelling spearmint is used in candy, teas, jellies, desserts, lamb dishes, and salads. Also used as a garnish on ice cream, iced drinks, and melons. Adds fragrance to toothpaste, lotions, and tinctures. Spearmint tea is used for medical purposes to treat many ailments, including nausea, hiccups, and poor digestion. Suitable for containers. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA.

70 days. Satureja hortensis. Annual. Open Pollinated. Summer Savory. The plant produces good yields of peppery-flavored leaves. A fast-growing herb in the mint family, known for its peppery, spicy, thyme-like flavor with hints of oregano and lavender. Excellent for flavoring sausage, egg dishes, cabbage, sauerkraut, beans, peas, and lentil dishes. A peppery flavor to add to dressings and sauces. It is often called the bean herb. Also used to make tea for sore throats, asthma, the common cold, and a persistent cough. It is often used as a remedy for stings, insect bites, and skin irritations. It has an added benefit as it repels insects. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA.

Camellia sinensis. Perennial. Open Pollinated. This small tree produces excellent yields of green tea leaves. Tea is the world's most consumed drink. Young leaves are processed to make tea and green tea beverages. It is used for medicinal use too. Tea stimulates the central nervous system, is diuretic and astringent, relaxes smooth muscles, and increases coronary flow. It has significant anticancer and antioxidant effects and even has been shown to prevent tooth decay on account of its high fluoride content. Can be grown indoors in containers. A variety from India.

Wild Bergamot is a premium garden variety offering strong growth, dependable performance, and quality harvests for home gardeners.

85 days. Achillea millefolium. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Yarrow. The plant produces abundant blooms of beautiful white flowers and is commonly used as a medicinal herb and in herbal teas. It attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects. Good for cut flowers too, as it dries well. Blooms in the summer. Used for medical purposes to treat colds, fevers, and wound healers. It is one of the most popular herbs for colds and flu. Used topically to stop bleeding by crushing flower tops and leaves. It was used medicinally to slow the flow of blood from wounds. A hot cup of tea made from leaves and flowers induces sweating to help throw off heat and toxins. Yarrow is also commonly known as Nosebleed Plant, Old Man's Pepper, Sanguinary, Soldier's Woundwort, Thousand Leaf, and Devil's Nettle. Drought Tolerant. Excellent choice for herb gardens. A variety from the Mediterranean region.