Herbs - H

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.

120 days. Humulus lupulus. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Hops. The plant produces good yields of Hops. The flowering plant that is the main ingredient for beer around the world. They are vigorous growers that have golden to chartreuse leaf color. The fragrant flower cones add bitterness and flavor to beer. It is a tall growing vine. The dried flowering heads of female plants are used as a flavoring and preservative in beer and have medicinal properties for their calming effect. Drought Tolerant. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA.

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 throats, treat bronchitis and Whooping cough, and relieve gas. Also used topically to heal wounds. Excellent bee attractant. A hardy member of the mint family. A variety from Europe.

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.

75 days. Ocimum basilicum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Holy Basil Red Leaf. The plant produces high yields of beautiful purple-tinted basil leaves. It is a popular herb variety prized for its pointed leaves with deep purple-red or purple-tinged coloration, especially on stems and young foliage, distinguishing it from standard green holy basil. The leaves are very aromatic. It produces lots of leaves throughout the season. Great for stir fry, soups, and Gai Pad Gra Pow dishes. Suitable for containers. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from India.