Culinary Herbs

Anise – Ancient Sweet and Spicy Aromatic Herb The captivating aromas and flavors of Italian biscotti are partly from the anise seeds used in its recipe. The delicately sweet and aromatic bouquet with a distinctive licorice flavor has been...

Common Sage - Not so Common Common sage is a small fragrant perennial evergreen shrub with woody stems, grayish leaves, blue to purplish flowers and grows to about 2 ft both tall and wide. Also known as Garden sage, Common sage, and Broadleaf sage...

Creeping Thyme - The Scented Ground Cover Resilient and reliable hardy, soft ornamental used for paths, rock gardens, or containers. Details Thick, spreading, ground cover with rosy pink flowers and oblong leaves with a lemony scent. One of the...

Cumin - Spice of the Nile A member of the carrot family, cumin has a along history dating back to the Persians, Egyptians and Hebrews.  Details This small annual herb has slender, dark green leaves that are divided into narrow segments with white...

Dukat Dill - Explore the Rich History and Versatile Uses Dukat dill rewards the gardener and cook with a delightful combination of beauty, flavor, and versatility. While many varieties of dill are available, Dukat’s ease of growing makes it an...

East Indian Lemongrass - Lemon Without the Citrus Tree This aromatic grass has clumped, bulbous stems becoming leaf blades widely used in Thai cuisine, with a distinct lemon flavor.  Details A densely tufted perennial with thick stems, lemongrass...

Edible Flowers – A Symphony of Flavors for Your Kitchen and Garden  The Allure of Edible Flowers Edible flowers aren't just trendy—they've been tantalizing taste buds and decorating dishes for centuries. Long before our modern...

English Lavender - Discover the Secrets of this Ancient Herb English lavender is renowned for its sweet, floral scent, often considered the purest and most versatile among lavender varieties. It's no wonder that this beloved herb has graced gardens...

English Thyme - A Classic Kitchen Herb Thyme is a great garden plant with a neat habit, fragrant foliage, and colorful flowers. It is an ideal edging plant and is a good choice for a windowsill herb.  Also known as German thyme and garden...

Epazote – Meet the Wild Child of Your Herb Garden There is an annual Mexican herb whose scent is like a wild symphony – the initial hit can be intensely peppery or citrusy, followed by a lingering mix of mint, oregano, a touch of savory...

Flat Leaf Parsley - A Breath of Fresh Air From the Garden Medium serrated leaves with crisp, pointed tips and a rich, bold pronounced flavor. Details Parsley is used fresh and is almost picked daily during the summer months. It is a biennial but can...

French Parsley/Curly Chervil - The Gourmet Parsley Curly Chervil, or French Parsley, is regarded as the foundation of the Fines Herbes, which is based on fresh parsley, chives, tarragon and chervil. Details Growing about a foot tall, the curly leaves...

Garlic Chives - Easy Growing Flavor That Brings Luck When this graceful herb starts blooming in midsummer, it seems to explode with gracefully petite white flowers. Long considered a symbol of good luck in many cultures, they are often planted near...

Giant of Italy Parsley - Not Just for Italians Anymore Huge, dark green flat leaves with full potency and a sweet, fresh flavor add oomph to dishes from almost every cuisine: potatoes, vegetables, salads, soups, stews, egg dishes - and as a garnish...

Kitchen Herb Seed Collection What is a Kitchen Herb Garden? A kitchen herb garden, a curated collection of culinary herbs grown within easy reach, inspires you to routinely incorporate fresh herbs into your cooking, enhancing flavors and making...

Mexican Marigold/Mexican Tarragon - Herb of Gods and Emperors Often overlooked or misunderstood, Mexican marigold - otherwise known as Mexican tarragon, botanical name Tagetes lucida - is an undiscovered treasure for your garden, no matter whether it is...

Nutmeg Flower/Black Cumin - Ancient Seeds of Blessing and Health Easy growing, abundant cheery bright blue flowers were widely known and revered by the ancient world, but you’ll love their attractive sprays of fringed blossoms in shades ranging...

Papalo/Quilquiña/Papaloquelite – From South American Gardens to Your Kitchen  Picture a citrusy twist, a hint of arugula, and a burst of fresh cilantro-like tang encapsulated in one magnificent, oversized leaf. This is Papalo, an...

Red Shiso/Perilla – Basil’s Aromatic Asian Cousin  Long popular in Japanese cuisine, the beautiful, frilly, deep purple young leaves are added to salads, used to wrap sushi, and served with sashimi. Regarded as an indispensable...

Romanesco Fennel Traditional Italian herb with a wonderful anise taste.  Romanesco Fennel is also called Roman or Florence Fennel.  Very sweet and aromatic late maturing variety produces a large head with thick white tightly wrapped...