Herbs

4 to 6 days. Medicago sativa.Open Pollinated. Alfalfa Sprouting Seeds. The plant produces high quality Alfalfa sprouts. The sprouts have a mild alfalfa flavor. Alfalfa sprouts are rich in vitamins, including vitamins A, B, C, E, and K. Alfalfa sprouts also have a high concentration of antioxidants. One of the most popular sprouting seeds and is found in nearly all Asian restaurants, delis, or grocery stores. Excellent in salads, sandwiches, and other Asian dishes. One tablespoon of seed yields approximately 2 to 3 cups of sprouts. 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

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 home gardens, Farmer’s Markets, and market growers. A variety from the USA.

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.

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

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85 days. Anethum graveolens. Annual. Open Pollinated. Bouquet Dill. The plant produces good yields of very flavorful leaves and seeds. Seeds are used as a pickling spice, and leaves are used in omelets, fish dishes, soups, and salads. Also used as a garnish. Leaves can be dried for later use. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA.

Papaver somniferum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Breadseed Poppy. The plant produces excellent yields of poppy seeds. The seeds are used on bread, cakes, and bagels. In Middle Eastern delicacies, such as halva. The seeds also yield good quality oil used in salads and to make soap, ointments, and paints. It has opium, morphine, and codeine, a source of to control pain, coughs, and diarrhea. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA.

Carum carvi. Biennial. Open Pollinated. Caraway. The plant produces excellent yields of flavorful seeds and leaves 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, cak

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. This bush-type plant produces beautiful lavender flowers and gray-green leaves. The sweet aroma contains ingredients that attract cats. Used in making teas that relieve tension and sleeplessness. Also used as an insect repellent

Catnip

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. The plant produces good yields or parsley like leaves. The aromatic leaves have an Anise flavor and are used with fish, potatoes, and soups. The flowers are edible and used in salads. The taste is of mild licorice. Attractive garnish. Also known as Brussels Winter and French Parsley. Slow Bolting. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA.

85 days. Allium schoenoprasum. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Chives. The plant produces heavy yields of chives. It is prized for its mild onion-like flavor. Use fresh or freeze for year-round use. Perfect in salads, stuffed eggs, baked potatoes, soups, omelets, cream cheese, sauces, and garnishes. Cuttings can be made all season long. A herb that can be planted indoors or outdoors. Suitable for containers and hydroponic gardening. They are great in patio pots, planted directly in the garden, and used as borders. Great as companion planting, as it is said that chives planted alongside carrots improve their growth. The lavender flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 261639. A variety from the USA.

45 days. Coriandrum sativum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Cilantro Coriander. This early-maturing plant produces very aromatic leaves and seeds. Used in seasoning pickles and meats. Excellent in Mexican, Chinese, and Latin American dishes. The leaves are called Cilantro. The seeds are called Coriander. A member of the Dill family. Excellent choice for an herb garden. A variety from the USA.

65 days. Salvia scarea. Biennial. Open Pollinated. Clary. The plant produces good yields of beautiful and distinctive scented flowers. It is an excellent plant for potpourris or cut flowers. It is also used for making scented oils for perfumes. It is said

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 bred specifically for its flavorful leaves and thinner stalks, rather than the thick, crisp stalks of standard celery. 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. A variety from the USA.

1962 All-America Selections Winner! 80 days. Ocimum basilicum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Dark Opal Purple Basil. 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. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 852071. A variety from the USA.

70 days. Petroselinum crispum. Biennial. Double Curled Parsley. The plant produces good yields of dense dark green finely crumpled closely curled parsley leaves. Excellent for drying, garnishes, soups, and salads. Frost Tolerant. Suitable for home gardens and market growers. A variety from the USA.

85 days. Anethum graveolens. Annual. Open Pollinated. Dukat Dill. The plant produces very flavorful 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. A variety from the USA.

85 days. Ocimum basilicum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Dwarf Greek Basil. The plant produces good yields of fragrant green basil leaves with white flowers. Excellent as a garnish or seasoning for poultry, beef, stews, and soups. This variety is preferred by

100 days. Lavandula angustifolia. Perennial. Open Pollinated. English Lavender. The plant produces good yields of silver-green leaves and beautiful lavender-blue flowers. It is the most fragrant of the lavenders. The flowers are fragrant and edible. The leaves can be used fresh or dried. Used to treat headaches, burns, and cuts. Also used to repel moths, mosquitoes, and gnats. Tolerates Frost. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA.

85 days. Thymus vulgaris. Perennial. Open Pollinated. English Thyme. The plant produces excellent yields of flavorful thyme leaves. Used in salads, stews, sauces, and pickles. Excellent for poultry and fish dishes. Suitable for containers, pots, small gardens, square foot gardens, patios, raised gardens, borders, rock gardens, herb gardens, and window boxes. A variety from the USA.

Evening Primrose

70 days. Petroselinum crispum. Biennial. Open Pollinated. Evergreen Parsley. The plant produces heavy yields of dark green curled leaves. It is more frost resistant than other varieties. Adds color to soups, salads, and gourmet dishes. It also can be used as a garnish. Cold

1992 All-America Selections Winner! 85 days. Anethum graveolens. Annual. Open Pollinated. Fernleaf 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 home 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.

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

90 days. Allium tuberosum. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Garlic Chives. The plant produces high yields of ¼" wide garlic chives. The flat leaves have a strong garlic-onion flavor. Excellent for gourmet cooking, salads, eggs, soups, dips, spaghetti sauces, potato salads, vinegar, Oriental dishes, stir fry, and garnishes. It can be used fresh or dried. Easy to grow and transplant. Suitable for containers and hydroponic gardening. The white flowers attract bees and other beneficial insects while discouraging other insects from chewing up other vegetable plants. They have been used in Chinese medicine since the 16th century to warm the kidneys and treat lower back and knee pain. Also known as Chinese Chives and Chinese Leek. 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.

50 days. Portulaca oleracea sativa. Annual. Open Pollinated. Golden Purslane. This low-growing plant produces good yields of golden colored leaves. Used in salads and can also be steamed or added to soups and stews; an excellent addition to a stir-fry. It is high in Vitamins A, B, and C. It also makes an attractive garnish, too. Purslane is also effective in treating oral lichen planus. Its leaves are used to treat insect or snake bites, boils, sores, pain from bee stings, bacillary dysentery, diarrhea, hemorrhoids, postpartum bleeding, and intestinal bleeding. The plant grows in poor soil and in hot weather. Drought Tolerant. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 2123. A variety from the USA.

50 days. Portulaca oleracea sativa. Annual. Open Pollinated. Green Purslane. This low-growing plant produces good yields of green colored leaves. It is a nutritious, succulent leafy green often grown from seeds as a heat-tolerant summer salad crop. Used in salads and can also be steamed or added to soups and stews; an excellent addition to a stir-fry. It is high in Vitamins A, B, and C. It also makes an attractive garnish, too. Purslane is also effective in treating oral lichen planus. Its leaves are used to treat insect or snake bites, boils, sores, pain from bee stings, bacillary dysentery, diarrhea, hemorrhoids, postpartum bleeding, and intestinal bleeding. The plant grows in poor soil and hot weather. Heat Tolerant. Drought Tolerant. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 2122. A variety from the USA.

85 days. Petroselinum crispum. Open Pollinated. Hamburg Rooted Parsley. The plant produces excellent yields of 8" long white roots. The large edible white roots are smooth and have a mild parsley flavor. Easy to grow. It is used by many European cooks for salads, soups, and stews. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA.

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.

75 days. Ocimum basilicum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Licorice Basil. The plant produces high yields of basil leaves with purple flowers. This variety has a licorice flavor. Excellent with fish, salads, and gourmet dishes. Used to treat headaches, stress, d

75 days. Anethum graveolens. Annual. Open Pollinated. Long Island Mammoth Dill. The plant produces high yields of very flavorful Dill leaves and seeds. Seeds are used as a pickling spice. Leaves are used in omelets, fish dishes, and salads. Also used as a garnish. Leaves can be dried for later use. This variety matures more quickly than others and also has higher yields. It is said that Dill can enhance the growth of cabbage, onions, lettuce, and tomatoes. Attracts beneficial insects and butterflies. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 305462. Easy to grow. An excellent choice for home gardens.

45 days. Coriandrum sativum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Long Standing Coriander. This early maturing plant produces good yields of very pungent leaves and seeds. The leaves are sweet and spicy and are used to season pickles and meats. The seeds are used in bread, curry powder, and pastries. Excellent in Mexican, Chinese, and Latin American dishes. The leaves are called Cilantro, and the seeds are called Coriander. This variety bolts two weeks after other varieties. Suitable for spring and fall plantings. A member of the dill family. Also known as Chinese Parsley or Mexican Parsley. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 690550. A variety from the USA.

90 days. Levisticum officinale. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Lovage. The plant produces good yields of glossy dark green leaves. It has a celery like flavor. Used in salads, rice, soups, stews, potatoes, poultry dishes, and casseroles. Known for the treatment of digestive problems. Attracts beneficial insects. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA.

85 days. Anethum graveolens. Annual. Mammoth Dill. The plant produces very flavorful leaves and seeds. It is prized for its large size, abundant seed production, and strong flavor. It has larger yellow flowers than other varieties. Seeds are used as a pickling spice, and leaves are used in omelets, fish dishes, soups, meat, and salads. Also used as a garnish. Leaves can be dried for later use. Great for attracting beneficial insects. Excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, AMES 24591. An heirloom variety from the USA.

90 days. Althaea offinalis. Perennial. Marshmallow. The plant produces velvety, gray-green leaves with beautiful, petaled, pale pink flowers. The roots, leaves, and flowers are demulcent (soothing). Used to treat sore mouths, coughs, skin irritations, and wounds. Also said to aid women during childbirth. Young leaves and flowers are edible and used in salads and teas. Roots are used to make Candy Marshmallows, and leaves and shoots are used in salads. A variety from the USA.

85 days. Tagetes lucida. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Mexican Tarragon. The plant produces good yields of glossy green leaves and orange flowers. Leaves are used in vinegar, sauces, and salads. The flowers are used to garnish desserts and drinks with the same sweet licorice flavor as the leaves. It has a stronger flavor than Russian tarragon. Used by Southwestern chefs. Also known as Mexican Mint, Spanish Tarragon, and Winter Tarragon. It serves as an excellent substitute for French Tarragon in warmer climates, where true tarragon often struggles. Cold Tolerant. Heat Tolerant. Drought Tolerant. High Humidity Tolerant. Easy to grow. Suitable for herb gardens, flower beds, or containers. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA.

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70 days. Petroselinum crispum. Biennial. Open Pollinated. Moss Curled Parsley. The plant produces high yields of very dark green curled parsley leaves. It grows so thickly that the plant resembles a bunch of moss. Excellent for drying and use as a garnish

Mother of Thyme

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.

60 days. Ocimum basilicum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Mrs Burn's Lemon Basil. The plant produces good yields of 2 ½” long lemon-flavored basil leaves. The most lemony of all lemon basil. The plant has white flowers and very bright green leaves. The finest lemon basil around. Excellent for making vinegar and seafood dishes. Suitable for containers. An excellent choice for home gardens. An heirloom variety from New Mexico, USA.

110 days. Lavandula angustifolia. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Munstead Lavender. The plant produces beautiful English Lavender. It has fragrant gray-green foliage and early-blooming spikes of lavender-blue flowers. The plants bloom in early summer and, if lightly pruned after flowering, may rebloom in late summer. Munstead Lavender is the most fragrant variety. The flowers and leaves are also edible and used in salads and baked goods. The flowers can be used to garnish desserts. Used in bouquets, sachets, and perfumes. Also used to treat headaches, burns, and cuts. Used to repel moths, mosquitoes, and gnats. Cold Tolerant. Perfect for borders, rock gardens, and containers. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 88147. A 1916 heirloom variety from the USA.

75 days. Ocimum basilicum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Osmin Basil. The plant produces good yields of deep burgundy red basil leaves. It has beautiful pink flowers and the leaves are very flavorful. It is the darkest of the purple basils. The leaves are smal

85 days. Chrysanthemum carinatum. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Painted Daisy Pyrethrum. It is a popular perennial flower prized for its vibrant, daisy-like blooms. The plant produces beautiful daisy flowers. This variety blooms with white, pink, and red flowers with yellow centers. Used to make the safest insecticide. It acts directly on the nervous system of aphids, mites, leafhoppers, cabbage worms, and other insects. It will not harm fish, mammals, or plants. To make the insecticide spray, mix 1 tablespoon of freshly ground dried flowers with 2 quarts of hot water. Add a little soap and let it sit for a while. This strain can also be used for cut-flower and border plants. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA.

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

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74 days. Ocimum basilicum. Annual. (F1) Prospera Red Basil. The plant produces good yields of dark purple basil leaves. Great for adding seasoning to Italian and tomato dishes. Excellent as a garnish, herb vinegar, or seasoning for poultry, beef, stews, a

85 days. Ocimum basilicum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Purple Ruffles Basil. The plant produces good yields of purple basil leaves. Excellent as a garnish, herb vinegar, or seasoning for poultry, beef, stews, and soups. A very beautiful plant suitable for co

75 days. Ocimum basilicum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Red Leaf Holy Basil. The plant produces high yields of beautiful purple tinted basil leaves. The leaves are aromatic. It produces lots of leaves continuously all season long. Great for stir fry, soups, a

Papaver somniferum var. glabrum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Red Opium Poppy. A variety with bright red petals. Poppy seeds are used on bread, in cakes and bagels, and in Middle Eastern delicacies such as halva. The seeds also yield a high-quality oil used for salads and for making soap, ointments, and paints. The poppy plant is also used as a source of opium. It is used to control pain, cough, and diarrhea. As significant as the plant is for its medicinal uses, it is far more important for its culinary uses. This is a cool-season annual with a mixture of flowers in an array of colors from pink to purple, but most are blood red. Excellent choice for home gardens, market growers, open production, and commercial production. A variety from the USA.

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.

70 days. Sanguisorba minor. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Salad Burnet. The plant produces excellent yields of salad burnet leaves. It is very flavorful and tastes and smells like cucumbers. Used in salads, sandwiches, soups, and stews. Adds cucumber flavor to vinegar, cream cheese, and cold drinks. Also said to be used in facial treatments to improve skin. Also known as Small Burnet, Lesser Burnet, and Garden Burnet. Keep flowers cut to promote leaf growth. Suitable for container gardening. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, PI 12577. A variety from the USA.

55 days. Coriandrum sativum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Santo Coriander. This early maturing plant produces good yields of very pungent leaves and seeds. This high-quality coriander is a fast-growing strain grown by market growers. Used in seasoning pickles, bean dishes, chicken, meats, salsa, and spicy foods. Excellent in Mexican, Chinese, and Latin American dishes. The leaves are called Cilantro, and the seeds are called Coriander. A member of the dill family. Suitable for containers. A slow bolting variety. Attracts beneficial insects. Cold Tolerant. An excellent choice for home gardens and greenhouses.

45 days. Coriandrum sativum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Slow Bolt Coriander. This early-maturing plant produces very pungent leaves and seeds. Used in seasoning pickles and meats. Excellent in Mexican, Chinese, and Latin American dishes. This variety is very slow to bolt. The leaves are called Cilantro, and the seeds are called Coriander. Suitable for containers. A member of the dill family. A variety from the USA.

60 days. Rumex acetosa. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Sorrel. The plant produces good yields of 8" long greens used in salads, soups, and sauces for fish dishes. It has a lemon flavor and is high in Vitamin C. Used in diets for scurvy. A common native speci

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. Ocimum basilicum. Annual. Open Pollinated. Spicy Globe Bush Basil. This small compact bush plant produces very flavorful basil leaves. It is a compact, dwarf sweet basil variety that forms a tidy globe-shaped plant, making it excellent for containers, window boxes, edging, and small gardens. The plant has small, thin, light-green leaves with a strong, spicy-sweet basil aroma and flavor that is more intense than that of standard Genovese Basil. It is very slow to bolt. A great pollinator and friendly plant that attracts bees and butterflies. Used in sauces, salads, and Italian dishes. Very beautiful. Also known as Boxwood Basil. Suitable for containers and landscaping borders. An excellent choice for home gardens. A variety from the USA.

85 days. Anethum graveolens. Annual. Open Pollinated. Superdukat Dill. The plant produces good yields of very flavorful leaves and seeds. This variety has more foliage than other varieties. Seeds are used as a pickling spice and leaves are used in omelets

61 days. Ocimum basilicum. Annual. Open Pollinated, Sweet Dani Basil. The plant produces good yields of basil leaves. The leaves are beautiful and have a lemon-scented taste. Excellent for salads and Thai dishes. Good drying and freezing variety. Suitable

70 days. Petroselinum crispum. Biennial. Open Pollinated. Tripled Curled Parsley. The plant produces good yields of very flavorful dark green parsley leaves. This is the most popular variety used for garnishes and seasoning. Excellent in salads, sauces, soups, and stews. It can be dried or used fresh, dried and used as a garnish, or fresh and chopped finely over a nice fish dish. This is a fast growing variety. An excellent choice for home gardens and market growers. An heirloom variety from the USA.

85 days. Lavandula angustifolia. Perennial. Open Pollinated. Vera Lavender. The plant produces a beautifully aromatic herb that has dark purple flowers. It is prized for its strong fragrance, high essential oil content, and versatility. Makes an excellent ornamental hedge. Used in bouquets, sachets, and perfumes. Tender stalks are sometimes used in salads. The flowers and leaves are also edible. Used to repel moths, mosquitoes, and gnats. Suitable for containers. A variety from the USA.

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78 days. Satureja montana. Perennial. Open Pollinated. The plant produces good yields of small shiny leaves on a spreading woody plant. It has pink, lavender, or white flowers. The leaves are used with beans, gravies, stews, soups, dressings, butter, vine

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.