Herbs

Genovese Basil--This is a high quality Genovese basil with a strong, classic flavor. It's the basil of choice for flavorful Italian dishes. Harvest basil leaves throughout the summer. Cutting the stems will encourage new growth and a bushier plant. Before the first fall frost, harvest all the leaves to make pesto. Sow indoors 6 weeks before the last frost date. In the south, basil may be sown outdoors after the last frost. Sow 1/8" deep. Basil is very sensitive to the cold, so don't transplant it outside until 2 weeks after the last frost. Full sun. 68 days. 1/4 tsp., approx.  organic 250 seeds

Bouquet Dill Seeds--   The best variety for production of seeds. All parts of for seasoning everything from pickles, salads and soups to teas.  Can enhance the growth of cabbage, onions and lettuce. Sow seeds close together. This will allow the plants, which blow over easily to support each other. Cover  the seeds lightly, and allow a week or  two for them to germinate. For a continuous crop, sow repeatedly from mid spring to early summer.   Approx 800 untreated seeds.

 Broadleaf Sage Seeds-- Lavender-blue flowers in May. Gray-green leaves may be used fresh in season or dried for winter  use.  Favorite seasoning for sausage, poultry, omelets, bread and cheese.  Also known for its antiseptic and anti-fungal powers.  Start seed inside in a good potting mix and transplant outside when large enough to handle. Sage prefers a sunny location with alkaline soil. Approx. 100 untreated seeds.

Italian Flat Leaf Parsley Seeds--  Plain, dark green, deeply cut, flat leaves with a rich flavor.  The most popular variety for use as a seasoning.  Pre-chill seeds @34°F~24 hours. G@65°F~3 weeks. Start 10 weeks before frost free date indoors or in late summer to overwinter the plants.  Approx. 500 untreated seeds

Onion Chives Seeds-- This has been a culinary favorite in the orient for over 3000 years. Their lavender blooms also make them very pretty in the garden.  Chives complement cheese, eggs and salads.  Plant chives directly in the garden as early in spring as the soil can be worked. Seeds can also be planted as late as 2 months before the first fall frost. Although they thrive in any good garden loam, chives show a preference for slightly acid soil and need to be kept moist throughout the growing season.  Approx. 500 untreated seeds.

Roman Chamomile Seeds-- Forms dense low growing rosettes of apple scented, finely cut, bright green leaves that make a good ground cover in low traffic areas.   Roman Chamomile is low-growing and will spread.  Great  for  tea, salad garnishes and medicinal uses.   In areas with long, cold winters, it may need a light covering of mulch. Germinate at 60°F for 2 weeks in light.  The soil should be sandy and slightly acid.   Approx. 1,000 untreated seeds. 

St. John’s Wort Seeds--  Easy to grow and attractive plants with small green leaves. The yellow flowers are star shaped and bloom all summer. This plant is known for its calming and anti-depressant powers. Seed in early spring or late summer. G@68°F~2 weeks.  Approx. 1,000 untreated seeds.

True Greek Oregano Seeds-- This is the strongest flavored of all the oregano varieties with a strong, earthy aroma. A rapid spreader with white flowers. Used in Italian dishes, tomato sauce, pizza, fish and salad dressing. Oregano prefers well-drained soil in full sun. Plant seeds in warm soil in late spring or in pots or seed trays under glass in mid-spring. Plants can be moved outdoors when the temperatures are expected to remain above 45 degrees.  G@65°F~2 weeks.  Approx. 500 untreated seeds.

Winter Thyme Seeds-- This is a wonderful culinary thyme invaluable in Italian cooking or with egg dishes or chicken. Also frequently used in potpourri and soap making.  Start seeds indoors and transplant outside after last frost. Thyme prefers a sandy, dry soil and plenty of sun. If your soil is acidic, add some lime.  Shear off branch tips to harvest.  Approx. 1,000 untreated seeds.