Care Guide: Its sharp, distinctive, nutty flavor is best when picked young. Self-sowing and relatively cold-tolerant. Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked and danger of hard frost has passed. For a continuous supply of arugula, sow every three weeks throughout the summer. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun, or partial shade. 40-45 days. […]
Care Guide: Though its name and its reputation are as Italian as it gets, many find it interesting to note that the cultivar that we call Genovese Basil actually hails from Asia and North Africa, and then made its way north and west centuries ago. Genovese Basil today is considered by all to be the superior basil for making the […]
Care Guide: Delightfully fresh citrus-flavor. Plants are compact with petite light green leaflets. Delicious with fish and in salad dressings. Basil isa tender annual that prefers full sun and rich, moist soils. Direct seed after all danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed, or start transplants 4-6 weeks before planting date. Pinch terminal buds to encourage branching and […]
Care Guide: Plant seeds outdoors after all danger of frost is past. Plant in rows 2 feet apart spacing seeds ½” apart and cover with ⅛” of fine soil, well pressed down. Keep soil moist until seedlings emerge. May be grown indoors year round, if supplied with plenty of light. Use fresh, dry or frozen in salads, soups, sauces, meats […]
Care Guide: (Allium schoenoprasum) The slender, onion-flavored, green foliage of chives can be eaten fresh or cooked, and can even be frozen for use later. The cheery, lavender-pink flowers of this perennial herb are also edible and make this species a welcome addition to ornamental borders. Plants will self-sow. 12-20” Pant 4-8” apart Herb, Partial Sun, Perennial Number of Seeds […]
Care Guide: A very popular and easy to grow herb. The seeds are similarly to parsley, but spicier. The aromatic and flavorful seeds are used in potpourri and to flavor pastries, salad dressings, and meats. A staple in Mexican dishes and fresh salsa. 18”-24” tall 65 days to maturity Harvest Tip: Cut Cilantro leaves when they are 4″ to 6″ […]
Care Guide: Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Transplant outdoors 2-3 weeks after last frost. Seeds can also be direct seeded 2-3 weeks after last frost when soil is warm. Cumin prefers well- drained fertile soil and hot conditions. Start Indoors: 6-8 weeks before last frost Germination: 10-14 Days Plant Outdoors: 4-8” Apart Annual, Full Sun, Herb Number of Seeds 5 […]
Care Guide: Bouquet Compact is a compact version of the beloved aromatic herb, reaching only 18″ tall, making it a perfect choice for container gardens both indoors and outdoors. Features a full distinctive tangy dill flavor in its leaves and seeds, which can be dried for later use. Sow directly into well-draining soil in containers or a sunny, protected spot […]
Care Guide: ‘Munstead’ Lavender is an English Lavender that has fragrant, cool lavender-blue spikes and gray-green, mounded foliage. You can start Munstead lavender seeds indoors, 6 to 8 weeks prior to the last frost. You can also sow them directly into a well-worked, finely textured garden bed in full sun. 100-110 days. Days to germination: 14-28 days. Soil temp: 60°-70°F Planting […]
Care Guide: Standing 12-36 inches tall, these beautiful flowers will create a show-stopping display in your outdoor space. As a late spring bloomer, Russell Lupine graces your garden with its majestic presence from late May to mid-June. It’s important to note that plants and seeds are poisonous to livestock, so take necessary precautions if you have farm animals nearby. Blooms […]
Care Guide: 8 to 10 weeks before last frost, start seeds indoors. Light is required for gemination; barely cover seeds. When established, harden off and transplant 12″ apart into soil that drains well. Plant reaches 12″ tall with velvety gray-green leaves and small pink flowers. May be dried for long-term storage but is most flavorful when harvested fresh. Marjoram is […]
Care Guide: Parsley is slow but reliably germinates, so have patience. Germination can be sped up a bit by soaking seeds for 24 hours before planting. Choose a sunny spot for your parsley plants and space 3-6 inches apart. Harvest in the morning for optimal flavor. Biennial. 60-75 days. Gemination time: 20-30 days Planting depth: 1/4″ Plant size: 12-18 inches […]
Care Guide: Closely curled dark-green leaves. Fast-growing, uniform strain. High in vitamins and minerals. Holds for a long time at harvesting stage, even in warm weather. Sow seeds outdoors just before last frost. Can also be started indoors and set out as small plants. Seeds can be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before planting. Prefers full sun to […]
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Care Guide: Plant seed outdoors as soon as the ground can be worked. May be planted as late as mid-summer for harvest in late fall or next year. Plant seeds 1” apart and cover with ½” of fine soil, well pressed down. Leaves can be cut anytime for fresh use. For winter use, cut entire plant and hang upside down […]
Care Guide: Plant seeds in loose, well-drained soil in a sunny location. Lightly cover with soil and water well. Seeds should sprout in 1–2 weeks. Transplant seedlings when they have one or more sets of true leaves and the danger of frost has passed. Space swamp milkweed plants 30–36 inches apart. Full Sun, Herb, Perennial Number of Seeds 10 Attributes […]
Care Guide: One of the most versatile herbs for cooking, thyme has complex aromatics that allow it to pair well with other spices to season meat or vegetables or to stand on its own when roasting chicken. It can be used fresh or dried. Perennial in zones 5-8, thyme grows 6-12” tall with a sprawling habit. Full Sun/Partial Shade 6-12” […]
