Herbs - B

90 days. Petroselinum crispum. Biennial. Banquet Parsley. Open Pollinated. This semi-compact plant produces high yields of very favorable curled dark green parsley leaves. This is one of the finest varieties on the market. It is a popular curly leaf parsley variety known for its tightly curled, dark green leaves, rich flavor, and excellent performance in cooler weather. Excellent in salads, sauces, soups, and stews. It can be dried or used fresh. It shows good tolerance to cooler temperatures in late fall and overwintered plantings. Cold Tolerant. It is an excellent choice for herb gardens, Farmer’s Markets, and market growers. A variety from the USA.

Laurus nobilis. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Bay Laurel. This evergreen tree or shrub produces high yields of glossy green bay leaves. The aromatic leaves are the foundation of fine cooking and are used with soups, stews, meats, fish, poultry dishes, and spaghetti sauce. It can be used fresh or dried for robust spice. The essential oil from leaves is used to alleviate arthritis and rheumatism and to treat earaches and high blood pressure. Also known as Sweet Bay, Bay Leaves, and Grecian Laurel. The small shrub plant is frost-sensitive. Heat Tolerant. Suitable for containers that can be moved indoors during winter. An excellent choice for home gardens, Farmer’s Markets, and market growers. A variety from Italy.

65 days. Nigella sativa. Annual. Open Pollinated. Black Cumin Seeds. The plant produces good yields of black aromatic seeds. It is a popular herb variety prized as a spice in Middle Eastern, Indian, and North African cooking. They have been used for thousands of years in Middle Eastern, Indian, and North African cuisines and traditional medicine. Used for making Russian rye bread and rolls. Seeds can be ground and used like Black Pepper, too. The seeds have been used to make medicine for thousands of years. It helps boost the immune system, fight cancer, prevent pregnancy, reduce swelling, and lessen allergic reactions. Drought Tolerant. These quality herb seeds are great for planting outdoors in your herb garden.  United States Department of Agriculture, PI 691854. A variety from western Asia and the Mediterranean region.

Black Cumin Seeds to Grow in your Herb Garden. Follow the planting instructions below and use Miracle-Gro Seed Starting Mix for successful germination results.

Brassica sinapelis nigra. Annual. Open Pollinated. Black Mustard. The plant produces good yields of black mustard seeds. It is a popular herb variety prized for its small, dark brown to black seeds, which are used as a spice, especially in Indian, South Asian, and some European cuisines. The seeds are known for their intense, pungent, and spicy flavor. It is one of the three main types of mustard seeds used as a spice, alongside brown and yellow/white varieties. The seeds are ground and mixed with vinegar to make peppery brown mustard. It is used to flavor meats and as a spice for pickling. Rich in glucosinolates, compounds linked to potential anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. Contain vitamins A, C, K, and folate. Also a good source of selenium, omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, protein, and minerals like calcium, magnesium, potassium, and phosphorus. Black Mustard is mentioned in the Bible. Excellent choice for herb gardens. A variety from the Mediterranean region.

85 days. Valeriana hastata. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Blue Vervain. The plant produces good yields of green leaves with purple blossoms. Flowers will bloom from summer until fall. A medicinal herb is used as a sedative, relaxant, nerve tonic, antispasmodic, and analgesic for nervous and respiratory problems. It is also used in combination to combat hot flashes and other symptoms related to menopause. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA.

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.

55 days. Borago officinalis. Annual. Open Pollinated. Borage. The plant produces good yields of flavorful leaves. The flower stalks and blooms are used as garnishes and to make summer lemonade drinks and desserts. The leaves and flowers are used in salads

85 days. Anethum graveolens. Annual. Open Pollinated. Bouquet Dill Seeds produce abundant harvests of aromatic leaves and flavorful seeds. This popular and widely grown dill variety is valued for its early flowering, large seed heads, abundant feathery foliage, and exceptional culinary versatility. The seeds are ideal for pickling, while the fresh leaves enhance omelets, fish dishes, soups, salads, and many other recipes. Bouquet Dill also makes an attractive garnish, and the leaves can be dried for long-term storage without losing their distinctive flavor. An excellent choice for home herb gardens, kitchen gardens, and market growers. A premium variety from the USA.

Papaver somniferum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Breadseed Poppy. The plant produces excellent yields of poppy seeds. It is a popular herb variety grown primarily for its edible seeds (used in baking), ornamental flowers, and decorative seed pods. Breadseed poppies are rewarding for gardeners interested in dual-purpose plants, beautiful early-summer color plus a harvest of baking seeds or decorative pods. The seeds are used on bread, cakes, and bagels. In Middle Eastern delicacies, such as halva. The seeds also yield high-quality oil used in salads and for making soap, ointments, and paints. It contains opium, morphine, and codeine, a source of pain control, coughs, and diarrhea. These quality herb seeds are great for planting outdoors in your herb garden. A variety from the USA.

How to Grow Poppy Seeds. Follow the planting instructions below and use Miracle-Gro Seed Starting Mix for successful germination results.

80 days. Ocimum basilicum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Dark Opal Purple Basil. It is a popular herb variety prized for itsstriking deep purple to nearly black leaves, fragrant aroma, and culinary uses. The plant produces good yields of beautiful, shiny, deep purple basil leaves with pink flowers. Very fragrant and tasty, with a strong, peppery basil flavor. Used as a garnish, in salads, and to make flavored vinegar. Good type for drying. Suitable for containers. An excellent choice for home gardens and gourmet chefs. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 852071. A variety from the USA.

60 - 90 days. Plantago lanceolata. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Boston Plantain. The plant produces high yields of narrow-leaf foliage. This unique herb is useful in the home garden as a herbal medicine, a cover crop, or livestock forage. When used as an herb, it boasts benefits such as gut healing and immune system support. As a cover crop, it reduces soil compaction and suppresses weeds. As a forage crop, this plant is most popularly used for beef and lamb raising. Also known as English Plantain, Ribwort, Ribgrass, Black Jack, Hen Plant, and Buckhorn. Will grow in any soil type, including heavy clay. It grows very well on compacted soils and helps loosen them. Tolerant of poor soil nutrients. Drought Tolerant. Heat Tolerant. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA.