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 A very versatile herb. Makes a beautiful ornamental plant, as well as a great culinary seasoning. Clip individual rosemary leaves or stem tips as needed.
Light Requirement:Â Full Sun
Mature Size:
- Height:Â 18 - 14"
- Width:Â 12 - 18"
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Italian basil has extremely tender, fragrant, extra-large, dark green leaves and is superb for pesto. Start early indoors or outside after all danger of frost. Fragrant plants are great for herb gardens or adding scent to mixed combinations.
Suggestions: Dry quickly, after harvest, to retain flavour for teas and cooking uses. Water Heavy.
Light Requirement: Part Sun to Sun
Mature Size:
- Height: 18" - 24"
- Spread: 10" - 14"
Photos and Data Courtesy of Ball Seed
Lots of flowers in spring and summer attract butterflies and honeybees. Sturdy, bushy variety grows low to the ground. Plant near the front of a border or in patio planters to enjoy their mild lavender fragrance
Lavender MUST have good drainage in order to avoid root rot problems, consider growing in a raised bed or rock garden.
Light Requirement:Â Full Sun
Mature Size:
- Height:Â 7 - 10"
- Width:Â 10 - 12"
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Parlsey is best used for cooking as it withstands heat and retains its flavor.
Italian: Curled Parsley produces fine foliage. The dense, closely curled, parsley grows to a very dark green. It makes for an excellent choice for flavoring soups, salads, and stews. This biennial herb is also a great option for a garnish, and is very good for freezing.
Curled: Slightly easier to grow in a garden, has similar taste to Italian however it is more difficult to cook with due to the compact leaves. Most commonly found as a garnish.
Light Requirement:Â Full Sun
Mature Size:
- Height:Â 15 - 18"
- Width:Â 12 - 18"
Photos and Data Courtesy of Ball Seed
This versatile herb can be used in baking, vegetable and meat dishes, sauces, preserves, jellies and beverages. A great choice for home gardens, and hardy to Zone 3. Plants can be invasive if allowed to spread freely and should be planted in a container. Water generously in dry weather.Â
Suggestions: Plant can be invasive and should be restrained from moving into adjacent paths and lawns. Cut out bottom of a container. Dig hole in garden and insert container. Plant the Spearmint in the container.
Light Requirement:Â Full Sun to Shade
Mature Size:
- Height:Â 24"
- Width:Â 24 - 36"
Photos and Data Courtesy of Ball Seed
Peppermint is used to add a minty flavor to food. Pick the leaves from the plant anytime for fresh use in sauces, drinks and tea.
Suggestions: Mint has a tendency to overpower the garden if not kept in check. Cut the bottom from a container, place the container in a hole in the garden, fill with soil and plant the mint inside the container.
Light Requirement:Â Full Sun to Shade
Mature Size:
- Width:Â 24 - 36"
Photos and Data Courtesy of Ball Seed
Pungently lemon-scented leaves are golden and variegated when grown in bright light.
Light Requirement:Â Full Sun
Mature Size:
- Height:Â 4"
- Width:Â 9 - 12"
Photos and Data Courtesy of Ball Seed