Herbs - C

Carum carvi. Biennial. Open Pollinated. Caraway Seeds. The plant produces excellent yields of flavorful seeds and leaves, which are used in bread, coleslaw, soups, meat dishes, and cheese. Also said to aid in indigestion. The seeds can be used as a flavoring in bread, cake, and apple pie. The young leaves are used in salads and soups. The mature leaves are eaten like spinach, and the roots are boiled and eaten like potatoes and added to soups. Seeds can be sown in spring and autumn. Very easy to grow. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 649444. A variety from the USA.

Dactylis glomerata. Open Pollinated. Catgrass. The plant produces green blades of catgrass. Cats love nibbling on it to help their digestive system. Perfect for indoor cats or during the winter, when your outdoor cat may not be able to find grass. This sn

Nepeta mussini. Perennial. Catmint Seeds produce compact, bushy plants with attractive lavender flowers and aromatic gray-green foliage. This ornamental herb is prized for its pleasant fragrance, which naturally attracts cats while adding beauty to flower beds, borders, and herb gardens. Catmint is also traditionally used in herbal teas and valued as a natural insect-repellent plant. Easy to grow and long blooming, it is an excellent choice for home gardens, pollinator-friendly landscapes, and perennial herb collections.

85 days. Nepeta cataria. Perennial. Catnip. The plant produces flavorful leaves. The plant has a strong aromatic scent that attracts cats who love to roll in the foliage. It is a popular herb variety that produces the compound nepetalactone, which many cats find highly attractive. It is also used in salads, sauces, soups, and teas. Also said to have medicinal uses to relieve colds, flu, and fever. Follow planting instructions below. Excellent choice for herb gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 16816. A variety from the USA.

70 days. Petroselinum crispum. Biennial. Champion Moss Curled Parsley. The plant produces high yields of bright green curled parsley leaves. It is a popular variety of curly parsley known for its dense, deeply curled, dark green leaves that resemble moss. Excellent for drying, garnishes, soups, stews, sauces, and salads. Does well in hot weather. Heat Tolerant. A standard popular strain for home gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 6379. An heirloom variety from the USA.

60 days. Anthriscus cerefolium. Annual. Open Pollinated. Chervil Seeds produce abundant harvests of delicate parsley-like green leaves with a unique aromatic anise flavor. This classic culinary herb is widely used to enhance fish dishes, potatoes, soups, salads, and gourmet recipes. The edible flowers add a beautiful touch to salads and make an attractive garnish. Also known as French Parsley and Brussels Winter Chervil, this slow-bolting variety provides a longer harvesting period compared to many other herbs. An excellent choice for home gardens, herb gardens, containers, and kitchen gardeners. A premium open-pollinated 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.

85 days. Allium schoenoprasum. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Chives Seeds produce abundant harvests of fresh, flavorful chives with a delicate mild onion-like taste. This versatile culinary herb can be enjoyed fresh or frozen for year-round use and is perfect for salads, baked potatoes, soups, omelets, sauces, stuffed eggs, cream cheese, and garnishes. Chives can be harvested repeatedly throughout the growing season, making them a reliable addition to any herb garden. Suitable for indoor growing, outdoor gardens, containers, patio pots, borders, and hydroponic systems. The attractive lavender flowers add beauty while attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. Chives are also valued as a companion plant and are traditionally grown alongside carrots. An excellent choice for home gardens and kitchen gardeners. Listed by the United States Department of Agriculture (PI 261639). A premium variety from the USA.

45 days. Coriandrum sativum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Cilantro Coriander Seeds. This early-maturing plant produces very aromatic leaves and seeds. It is a popular herb prized for its leaves and seeds. Cilantro leaves are known for their fresh, slightly citrusy flavor and are commonly used in Latin American, Chinese, Asian, and Caribbean dishes. The leaves are called Cilantro. They are ideal for garnishing salads, salsas, curries, and sauces. Coriander seeds, on the other hand, have a warm, spicy, and aromatic flavor and are often used ground in curries, pickles, breads, and spice blends. The seeds are called Coriander. A member of the Dill family. Excellent choice for an herb garden. A variety from the USA.

65 days. Ocimum basilicum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Cinnamon Basil. The plant produces good yields of very spicy and cinnamon-flavored basil leaves. It is a popular herb variety prized for its warm, spicy cinnamon-like aroma and flavor combined with classic basil notes, often with hints of mint or anise. Used in sauces, salads, and Mexican dishes. It features deep green leaves (sometimes with purple tinges, striking violet or purplish-red stems, and lavender flowers. It is an attractive ornamental plant and a pollinator-friendly addition to your herb garden. Also known as Mexican Basil and Mexican Spice Basil. Suitable for containers. An excellent choice for home gardens and specialty markets. A heirloom variety from Mexico.

65 days. Salvia scarea. Biennial. Open Pollinated. clary seeds. The plant produces good yields of beautiful and distinctive scented flowers. It is also an excellent plant for potpourris or cut flowers. It is also used for making scented oils for perfumes. It is said to ease stomach ailments and stop aging. Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. It is the perfect addition to your herb and flower gardens. It does well in poor soil. Also known as Clary Sage. An excellent choice for herb gardens. A variety from the USA.

115 days. Cuminum cyminum. Annual. Open Pollinated. cumin seeds. The plant produces good yields of pungent flavor seeds. The foliage is similar to dill. Used in cheese, bread, beans, rice, sausages, and pickling. Seeds are used to aid in digestion. Excellent in Mexican, Indian, and Middle Eastern dishes. Used to make Curry Powder. An excellent choice for an herb garden. A variety from the Mediterranean region.

85 days. Apium graveolens. Annual. Open Pollinated. Cutting Celery. The plant produces good yields of very flavorful leaves used fresh in salads, pasta, soups, stews, and mixed vegetables. It is a popular herb variety prized for its flavorful leaves and thin, hollow stems rather than thick, blanched stalks. It is easier and more forgiving to grow than standard stalk celery and has a bold celery flavor. It has a stronger, more assertive celery flavor and is much easier to grow. Great for making tomato juice. Also known as Leaf Celery and Herb Celery. Suitable for containers. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 181714. A variety from the USA.

75 days. Cymbopogon flexuosus. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Common Lemongrass Seeds. The deliciously fresh, citrusy-lemon flavor of Lemongrass makes it a very popular herb for its many culinary uses. The plant produces good yields of grass-like herbs. It is used for flavoring soups, curries, and teas. Lemongrass oil is used to flavor ice cream, candy, pastries, desserts, and chewing gum. It is also used to treat digestive problems and fever. It is an important ingredient in cosmetics and perfumes. It is also a good insect repellent. Easy to grow. Excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from India.