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Lemon Balm
Lemon Balm Melissa has a charming lemon scent from the mint family and is an ingredient in herbal teas and potpourri. Fresh leaves are added to salads, soups, sauces, and meats for a sweet lemon flavor.The history of lemon balm goes back over 2000 years. It is believed that lemon balm was introduced to Spain by the Moors in the 7th century and the... -
Mountain Mint
Mountain Mint Mountain Mint is a native American herb that, unlike regular mint, is a very respectable substitute and has a long history in cooking. From the family of mint grows not only in the mountains but also in the valleys. For pollinators, this mint is indispensable as a critical component of many local seed mixes. It grows wеll in moist soil and medium... -
Oregano
Oregano Oregano seeds grow on the sunny slopes of the Mediterranean and are often used in the cuisine of this region. The name comes from the Greek word for "joy of the mountains". Mythology says that the Greek goddess of love gave a man Oregano to bring him joy. Since then, Oregano has been associated with pleasure. This plant has long been used both... -
Rosemary
Rosemary Rosemary is an evergreen shrub with tough, needle-like leaves and an incredible aroma. The flavor is reminiscent of pine mint and is ideal for fresh or dried to flavor meats, soups, and stews. Well-drained soil works well for free-flowing rosemary seeds.Rosemary's Latin name means sea dew, as it grows on the rocky slopes of the Mediterranean coast. Medieval brides often added Rosemary to... -
Thyme
Thyme Thyme is a fragrant ornamental landscape plant native to southern Europe and the Mediterranean. Modern cuisine cannot be imagined without the great taste of fresh or dried Thyme. It is drought tolerant and attrаctive to bees, butterflies, and birds and gives one of the best honey flavors.Thyme has the function of healing and protection, symbolizing courage and strength. For centuries, soldiers carried Thyme... -
Catnip
CATNIP ABOUT THE PLANT Description: Catnip is a short-lived perennial herb that can reach 2-3 feet high in the right conditions. It has coarse-toothed opposite leaves on branched, square stems, characteristic of mint plants. The plant produces spikes of small, fragrant, pink or white, purple-dotted flowers. The leaves and stems contain a volatile oil known as nepetalactone. This oil stimulates sensory neurons in most... -
Lavender
LAVENDER ABOUT THE PLANT Description: An aromatic bushy shrub growing as high as 3 to 6 ft tall. The leaves are silvery grey to bright green, and the blooms are usually deep purple to blue-purple on 2-3 inch spikes. Lavender is grown for its colorful flowers and wonderful sweet fragrance. It tolerates low temperatures, wet winters, and dry summers. Origin: native to the Mediterranean... -
Sage
Sage Sage is a popular shrubby perennial with broad silvery leaves and tiny lavender flowers. The leaves have an incredible aroma and exquisite taste and are traditionally used as a filling for poultry and seasoning for meat. Sage grows in the Mediterranean and Asia Minor in the wild, symbolizing good health and long life. Its Lаtin name comes from the word "salvere", which means... -
Marjoram
Marjoram This attractive perennial is commonly grown as an annual in the garden. It is loved for its wonderful sweet aroma and mild oregano flavor. However, the small gray-green leaves need to be harvested from the flowering to retain their scent even after drying.The earliest records of herbs and medicines indicate that Marjoram has long been prized for its antiseptic, warming and relaxing properties.... -
Dill
DILL ABOUT THE PLANT Description: Dill is an aromatic plant with branching stems and delicate, soft, feathery leaves. When mature, it develops umbels of tiny yellow flowers. It has a warm flavor somewhat reminiscent of celery and anise. In the United States, its flavor is best known as a component of dill pickles. Origin: It is native to North Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, Iran,... -
Cilantro
It is a high-yielding and trendy member of the Dill family. This persistent, tangy herb is used in many cuisines around the world. The seeds are grown in the desert and thrive in hot climates.The coriander, known as Cilantro, is native to the Mediterranean and Middle Eastern regions. It is known to be one of the first seasonings used by humans. Early physicians such... -
Fennel
FENNEL ABOUT THE PLANT Description: Fennel is an erect herb with 4–5 hollow stalks, 1-6 inches long, with feathery foliage at the tips. The bases of the long stalks overlap together to form a thick, crisp bulb that grows above the ground. Fennel has a sweet, mild, licorice-like taste. When roasted, the taste is sweeter, but when sautéed, it is more bitter. Origin: southern... -
Chervil
CHERVIL ABOUT THE PLANT Description: Chervil is a delicate herb with tiny fern-like leaves and tender stems and grows to about 1 foot tall. Its taste is grassy, slightly like parsley, with a somewhat warm anise flavor. Origin: Chervil is native to Russia, central Asia, and southern Europe Usage: Chervil is used frequently in French cooking. Combined with parsley, tarragon, and chives, it makes... -
Chives
CHIVES ABOUT THE PLANT Description: Chives are the smallest species of the onion family, growing in clusters up from the bulbs. The blue-green leaves are hollow and tubular in form, resembling thick grasses and growing 10-15 inches tall. Lavender, ball-shaped blooms sit atop long stems. Chives taste similar to leeks. Origin: Europe and Asia Usage: All parts of the chive plant are edible, though it's primarily grown... -
Tarragon
Tarragon This delicate perennial plant is found in many French dishes. Used as a seasoning for chicken, fish, or to add oil or vinegar. Fragrant tarragon leaves are best used fresh as they lose their flavor when dried—best grown in warm climates.True French tarragon cannot be grown from seed, but this variety, called Russian tarragon, has its merits and advantages. Its faint, slightly bitter... -
Italian Parsley
Italian Parsley The Italian Parsley has a strong parsley flavor, more intense than rolled parsley! They reach several feet in height and are ideal for salads, soups, and most Italian dishes. In addition, this plant produces a lot more greens than regular parsley!Parsley has a long and colorful history and is well known in many cultures. There are many myths and legends about this... -
Italian, Genovese Basil
ITALIAN, GENOVESE BASIL ABOUT THE PLANT: Description: This sweet basil is the main type of basil used in traditional Italian cuisine. It is a bushy herb reaching a height of up to 18 inches. Its leaves have a sweet, spicy flavor. The large leaves are bright green, slightly crinkled, and can grow up to 3 inches long. Small white/pinkish flowers are arranged in a... -
Summer Savory
Summer Savory Summer savory leaves have a peppery flavor and are used fresh or dried to flavor meats, beans, eggs, and salads. Аn annual plant that grows best in well-drained soil and is excellent at repelling insects. In traditional cuisine, Summer savory, a mildly spicy herb native to the Mediterranean region, was widely used by Greek and Roman cultures; it is still often used...
