Herbs - F

75 days. Trigonella foenumgraecum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Fenugreek. The plant produces good yields of very flavorful seeds. The golden-yellow seeds are used as an ingredient in curry powder. They have a distinctive, bitter, nutty flavor with a sweet aftertaste reminiscent of maple syrup, due to a compound called sotolon. The clover-like leaves are used in vegetable dishes, and dried leaves are used in many Indian dishes and pickles. They've been used for thousands of years as a spice in Indian, Middle Eastern, and Mediterranean cuisines. Also used is a medicinal herb that aids digestion and promotes healing. Also called bird's foot or Greek hayseed. An excellent choice for herb gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 135859. A variety from the USA.

1992 All-America Selections Winner! 85 days. Anethum graveolens. Annual. Open Pollinated. Fernleaf Dill. It is a popular dwarf dill variety prized for its compact size, abundant fern-like foliage, and slower bolting compared to standard dill. This small plant produces very flavorful dark blue-green leaves and seeds. Seeds are used as a pickling spice, and leaves are used in omelets, fish dishes, and salads. Also used as a garnish. Leaves can be dried for later use. Also known as Dwarf Fernleaf Dill. The small plant is suitable for containers and small gardens with limited space. An excellent choice for herb gardens and specialty markets. 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.

63 days. Ocimum basilicum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Fino Verde Basil. This small, compact bush plant produces very flavorful, tiny basil leaves. It is a popular Italian heirloom variety prized for its compact growth, tiny aromatic leaves, and intense sweet-spicy basil flavor. It has a strong, classic sweet basil taste with pungent spicy notes favored by chefs, especially for pesto. The plant is very slow to bolt, 3 weeks later than Genovese Basil. Leaves have a sweet, pungent flavor similar to that of Spicy Globe Bush Basil. Used in sauces, salads, and Italian dishes. Very attractive, excellent potted plants and landscaping borders. A variety from Italy.

90 days. Foeniculum vulgare. Biennial. Open Pollinated. Florence Fennel. The plant produces good yields of very flavorful, large fennel. It is a popular herb variety prized for its mild, sweet anise flavor and used extensively in Mediterranean and Italian cuisine. The bulbs are crisp and flavorful with a sweet, mild anise flavor. Excellent for seasoning sauces and sausage, or for cooking and sautéing as a vegetable. Fresh leaves are served in salads, sauces, fish, and egg dishes. Also known as Bulb Fennel and Finocchio. An excellent choice for herb gardens and market growers. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 2063. An heirloom variety native to the Mediterranean region.

75 days. Petroselinum crispum. Biennial. Forest Green Parsley. The plant produces good yields of bright green aromatic curled parsley leaves. It is a popular heirloom variety of curly parsley known for its compact, upright growth, long stems, and deeply curled, dark green leaves. It stays dark green all summer. Adds color to soups, salads, and gourmet dishes. It can also be used as a garnish. Heat Tolerant. An excellent choice for home gardens, Farmer’s Markets, and market growers. An heirloom variety from the USA.

85 days. Thymus vulgaris. Perennial. Open Pollinated. The plant produces good yields of very aromatic blue-green leaves with pale lavender flowers. This variety is greyer and sweeter than English Thyme. Used in salads, stews, sauces, pickles, poultry, and