Rosemary is used as a decorative plant in gardens and has many culinary and medical uses. The plant is said to improve the memory, and is a symbol of remembrance at weddings and funerals. The leaves are used to flavor various foods, like stuffings and roast lamb, pork, chicken and turkey, as well as barbeque. Rosemary contains antioxidants and other bioactive compounds, some of which may be useful in preventing or treating cancers, strokes, and Alzheimer's Disease. Rosemary is native to the Mediterranean area and to Asia, and can withstand prolonged droughts. It can grow quite large and retain attractiveness for many years, can be pruned into formal shapes and low hedges, and has been used for topiary. It is easily grown in pots, and since it may not be reliably hardy in this area, it is recommended that you plant it in a container which can be brought inside, at least into a sunny garage window for some protection, in winter.
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Rosemary is used as a decorative plant in gardens and has many culinary and medical uses. The plant is said ... more

Large, broad, fragrant dark green leaves and a decidedly upright shape with good, sturdy growth make this rosemary a garden standout. Gorizia ‘s strong upright stems make good skewers for the grill, and its mild flavor make this one good for culinary uses. Gorizia does best in full sun but it will tolerate partial shade. The plant prefers a well-drained soil and has some drought tolerance, thus it shouldn’ t be over-watered. This stunning rosemary provides considerable winter interest in the garden and blooms with pinkish to medium blue flowers repeatedly during spring and summer. It usually attains 4 to 5 feet in height and maintains an almost columnar upright form, as opposed to more shrubby varieties. Rosemary Culture: A rewarding plant to grow, rosemary has few problems. It needs excellent drainage; though full sun is desirable, rosemary can tolerate a considerable amount of high shade. Since it has many tiny, shallow roots, rosemary is sensitive about water – neither too much nor too little, as starving for water causes it to wilt. Heavy mulching will help it survive cold spells and also the high heat of summer. Prune dead or damaged portions in early spring.
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Large, broad, fragrant dark green leaves and a decidedly upright shape with good, sturdy growth make this rosemary a garden ... more

Sage grows 2 to 3 feet tall & has a tendency to sprawl. It attracts bees; & helps repel cabbage butterflies & improve the flavor of cabbage. It can be grown in containers. This aromatic and slightly bitter herb is noted for its use in stuffings for poultry, rabbit, pork, & baked fish. It also can be used in sausage or meat loaves. Harvest sage before the plant flowers. Gather sprigs, tie in a loose bundle & hang upside down in a cool, airy place. Do not dry in direct sunlight. When the sprigs are dry & brittle, remove the leaves & store in airtight containers. Aromatic, cosmetic, culinary, decorative, and medicinal uses include: *insect repellent *fragrance in potpourris *infusions to color hair silver *stimulates the skin in facial steams, baths, and lotions. *flavors vinegars, herbal butter, omelets, soups, and poultry stuffings. *fresh sage added to salads. *herbal wreaths (especially culinary) and nosegays. *said to have some medicinal qualities.
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Sage grows 2 to 3 feet tall & has a tendency to sprawl. It attracts bees; & helps repel cabbage ... more

Salvia elegans, the pineapple sage plant, is a frost-tender perennial that is native to Mexico and Guatemala. It grows to about 3 to 4 feet tall with a wide, rounded form, short leaves, and bright red, long, spiky flowers that give it a Christmassy look. It attracts hummingbirds and butterflies, blooming from late summer to early fall when other food sources are scarce. The crushed plant leaves smell like pineapple, hence comes the common name of the pineapple sage plant. The leaves and flowers of the pineapple sage plant are edible and very aromatic, a great garnish, flavoring agent and decorative element for food. Their rich flavor goes well with breads, sandwiches, smoothies, salsa, fritters and chicken dishes. It makes good teas and jellies. The flowers contain anthocyanins, which have antioxidative and antimicrobial properties. It has been widely used in traditional medicine, to lower blood pressure and to treat insomnia, anxiety and nervous system disorders.
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Salvia elegans, the pineapple sage plant, is a frost-tender perennial that is native to Mexico and Guatemala. It grows to ... more

Tricolor Garden Sage is a form of regular culinary Garden Sage. The irregular pattern of variegation in the grayish-green leaves, marbled with white, pink and purple, is stunning in the garden. This plant can replace Garden Sage in any recipe, and is a worthy garnish for any poultry dish. Lavender blue flower spikes appear in summer. Strongly aromatic foliage may be used fresh or dried in cooking. The plant is attractive to bees and butterflies, making it ideal for herb gardens, mixed borders, and containers.
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Tricolor Garden Sage is a form of regular culinary Garden Sage. The irregular pattern of variegation in the grayish-green leaves, ... more

Stevia is a South American herb used as a natural sweetener for centuries. The leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant have a refreshing taste, zero glycemic index, zero calories and zero carbs. It is 25-30 times sweeter than sugar, and far more healthy! As a sweetener and sugar substitute, stevia's taste has a slower onset and longer duration than that of sugar. Because stevia has a negligible effect on blood glucose, it is attractive as a natural sweetener to people on carbohydrate-controlled diets. For more information about uses for this plant, see http://stevia.com/ and http://www.stevia.net/ .
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Stevia is a South American herb used as a natural sweetener for centuries. The leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant ... more

Tarragon is a perennial in the Artemesia genus, which includes other licorice-tasting greens like the one used in making the French aperitif absinthe. The stems are tough and woody, and the leaves are long and thin with pointed ends, highly aromatic with a subtle licorice flavor. It adds a fresh, spring taste and a bit of elegance to a variety of recipes, including salad dressings, sauces, and fish and chicken dishes, and is commonly used in French cooking. Tarragon is sold both fresh and dried, and is available year-round. Tarragon is the main flavoring component of Bearnaise sauce. Fresh, lightly bruised tarragon sprigs are steeped in vinegar to produce tarragon vinegar. Pounded with butter, it produces an excellent topping for grilled salmon or beef. It is a popular seasoning in many traditional dishes of eastern Europe, where it is native.
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Tarragon is a perennial in the Artemesia genus, which includes other licorice-tasting greens like the one used in making the ... more

Lemon Thyme grows like English Thyme but definitely smells and tastes like lemon. Lemon Variegated Thyme has beautiful vibrant green leaves with a hint of gold edging. It can be used in any recipe calling for lemon juice, lemon zest or lemon flavoring. Lemon Thyme added to marinade is great with fish or chicken. Lemon Thyme's glossy green foliage can be sheared to form one of the knots in a traditional knot garden. Easy to grow, lemon thyme needs only a regular light pruning after the first year. It tolerates drought and deep freezes well. It is best cultivated in a hot, sunny location with well-drained soil with a pH of about 7.0; it prefers slightly alkaline conditions. Add lime to raise the pH if needed, and a slow-release fertilizer at or before planting and again each spring. Mulching with limestone gravel or builder’s sand improves drainage and prevents root rot. Plant thyme in your herb garden, at the edge of a walk, along a short garden wall, in containers, along a walkway and between steps. The flowers open in spring and summer and are attractive to bees. Harvest leaves as you need them, including through the winter. Strip the tiny leaves from woody stems before using.
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Lemon Thyme grows like English Thyme but definitely smells and tastes like lemon. Lemon Variegated Thyme has beautiful vibrant green ... more

Thymes are native to dry grasslands of Eurasia, and thrive in any dry, well-drained spot. Patios, walks, rock gardens, stone walls, and pond borders all benefit from the creeping, mounding, and cascading habit of thyme. It will spill gracefully over stone walls or grow between pavers where occasional foot traffic releases their distinct aroma. Grow in well-drained and average, neutral to alkaline soil in full sun. Shear in early spring and lightly trim back after flowering. Silver thyme is an elegant addition to an herb or ornamental garden, well-loved by bees and butterflies. It has lemon-scented green leaves edged in silver and produces carpets of lilac flowers in early summer.
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Thymes are native to dry grasslands of Eurasia, and thrive in any dry, well-drained spot. Patios, walks, rock gardens, stone ... more

Red Rubin basil: A purple leaf basil, that has a clove like smell. Herbs are homegrown, dried and ground, some are whole leaf. They come in a plastic 4 oz. bottle with a seal and a flip top lid and a shaker under the lid. They are packed full with natural herb and ground to a powder in my spice grinder. No chemicals are used in my garden. Pretty much organic, but not certified. NOTE: I have several different culinary herbs used for cooking and a few different medicinal teas. I have home sewn POTHOLDERS, OVEN MITS, and TEA BAGS & Aprons for cooking, gardening, and utility. Happy cooking! Cheryls Neighborhood Garden
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Red Rubin basil: A purple leaf basil, that has a clove like smell. Herbs are homegrown, dried and ground, some ... more

Garden Thyme,(whole leaf) These herbs are homegrown, this one is whole leaf. They come in a plastic 4 oz. bottle with a seal and a flip top lid and a shaker under the lid. They are packed full with natural herb and ground to a powder in my spice grinder. No chemicals are used in my garden. Pretty much organic, but not certified. ******************************************************************************** * Merriweather bakes uses herbs, for her specialty breads. **************************************** **************************************** NOTE: I have several different culinary herbs used for cooking and a few medicinal teas. NOTE: I have a few home sewn POTHOLDERS, OVEN MITS, and TEA BAGS. Happy cooking! Cheryls Neighborhood Garden
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Garden Thyme,(whole leaf) These herbs are homegrown, this one is whole leaf. They come in a plastic 4 oz. bottle ... more

These herbs are homegrown, dried and ground. They come in a plastic 4 oz. bottle with a seal and a flip top lid and a shaker under the lid. They are packed full with natural herb and ground to a powder in my spice grinder. No chemicals are used in my garden. Pretty much organic, but not certified. NOTE: I have several different culinary herbs used for cooking and a few different medicinal teas. I have home sewn POTHOLDERS, OVEN MITS, and TEA BAGS & Aprons for cooking, gardening, and utility. Happy cooking! Cheryls Neighborhood Garden
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These herbs are homegrown, dried and ground. They come in a plastic 4 oz. bottle with a seal and a ... more

Rosemary, (whole leaf): Most herbs are homegrown, dried and ground, some are whole leaf. They come in a plastic 4 oz. bottle with a seal and a flip top lid and a shaker under the lid. They are packed full with natural herb and ground to a powder in my spice grinder. No chemicals are used in my garden. Pretty much organic, but not certified. NOTE: I have several different culinary herbs used for cooking. I have several different medicinal teas. I have a few home sewn POTHOLDERS, OVEN MITS, and TEA BAGS. Happy cooking! Cheryls Neighborhood Garden
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Rosemary, (whole leaf): Most herbs are homegrown, dried and ground, some are whole leaf. They come in a plastic 4 ... more

Stevia, ground: Most herbs are homegrown, dried and ground, some are whole leaf. They come in a plastic 4 oz. bottle with a seal and a flip top lid and a shaker under the lid. They are packed full with natural herb and ground to a powder in my spice grinder. No chemicals are used in my garden. Pretty much organic, but not certified. NOTE: I have several different culinary herbs used for cooking. I have several different medicinal teas. I have a few home sewn POTHOLDERS, OVEN MITS, and TEA BAGS. Happy cooking! Cheryls Neighborhood Garden
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Stevia, ground: Most herbs are homegrown, dried and ground, some are whole leaf. They come in a plastic 4 oz. ... more

Garden Sage, ground: These herbs are homegrown, dried and ground, some are whole leaf. This batch of herb comes in a plastic snack bag. It is equivalent to two shaker bottles full of herb. The bags are filled with natural herb and ground to a powder in my spice grinder. No chemicals are used in my garden. Pretty much organic, but not certified. NOTE: I have several different culinary herbs used for cooking and a few different medicinal teas. I have home sewn POTHOLDERS, OVEN MITS, and TEA BAGS & Aprons for cooking, gardening, and utility. Happy cooking! Cheryls Neighborhood Garden
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Garden Sage, ground: These herbs are homegrown, dried and ground, some are whole leaf. This batch of herb comes in ... more

Fresh chocolate mint.

Sweet Basil Bunch I have fresh Basil from the garden. It comes as a bunch in a plastic bag. No chemicals used in my garden. Pretty much organic, but not certified. I HAVE SEVERAL DIFFERENT DRIED CULINARY HERBS GROUND and WHOLE LEAF. I have Home-sewn POTHOLDERS, OVEN MITTS, TEA BAGS. Happy Cooking! Cheryls Neighborhood garden
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Sweet Basil Bunch I have fresh Basil from the garden. It comes as a bunch in a plastic bag. No ... more

Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) is an herb from the mint family. The leaves, which have a mild lemon aroma, are used to make medicine and flavor foods. Lemon balm contains chemicals that seem to have a sedative and calming effect. It might also reduce the growth of some viruses and bacteria. People use lemon balm for cold sores, anxiety, stress, insomnia, indigestion, dementia, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support many of these uses. ** WebMD
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Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) is an herb from the mint family. The leaves, which have a mild lemon aroma, are ... more

There are different types of oregano. The most common type is Oregano vulgare, also known as Spanish thyme and wild marjoram. People use oregano in the diet as supplements and as an aromatic oil. The antioxidants thymol, carvacrol, limonene, terpinene, ocimene, and caryophyllene give the herbTrusted Source its flavor and scent. They also contribute to the health benefits of oregano oil. Oregano provides other antioxidants when people consume it in the diet. ** Medical News Today
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There are different types of oregano. The most common type is Oregano vulgare, also known as Spanish thyme and wild ... more

Red Rubin Basil Bunch I have fresh Basil from the garden. It comes as a bunch in a plastic bag. No chemicals used in my garden. Pretty much organic, but not certified. I HAVE SEVERAL DIFFERENT DRIED CULINARY HERBS GROUND and WHOLE LEAF. I have Home-sewn POTHOLDERS, OVEN MITTS, TEA BAGS. Happy Cooking! Cheryls Neighborhood garden
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Red Rubin Basil Bunch I have fresh Basil from the garden. It comes as a bunch in a plastic bag. ... more

This hosta grows to a mature size of 14" tall by 20" wide, and has twisted leaves with a heavy substance that create a sense of movement and draw your eye to their pure white centers and dark green margins. In mid-summer, it has lavender flowers on 20 in. A slow grower and dramatic display, perfect for the smaller garden. Sunlight requirements of different hostas vary widely, depending on foliage color, which ranges from a deep blue to a light chartreuse to a soft creamy white. In general, the lighter the foliage, the brighter the sun. The deeper darker foliage retains it color best in moderate shade, while the variegated varieties need more sunlight to keep their white and gold stripes. All hostas need some shade and few, if any, will do well in strong direct sunlight. Plant in rich organic soil with a slightly acidic pH. Dig the planting hole about a foot deep, and wide enough to accommodate spread. Hostas are rugged and tolerate almost any soil. Drainage is most important, to prevent dormant season crown rot. When newly planted, keep the roots moist, not wet. Once established, hosta plants aren’t fussy. Fertilize each spring and again in summer. Granular fertilizers should never sit on the leaves. Deer find them tasty, and you might try planting daffodils around your hosta to keep them away from the emerging shoots. Slugs leave unsightly holes in the leaves, but a light scattering of sand around your plants will help keep them away.
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This hosta grows to a mature size of 14" tall by 20" wide, and has twisted leaves with a heavy ... more

18" tall x 30" wide - Tardiana Group (generally large-leaved cultivars with blue-green leaves.) Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, pollinators, deer resistant, rabbit resistant, slug resistant, low maintenance. ("Resistant" does not mean "proof".) An excellent hosta for a small garden with a compact, medium-sized mound of gorgeous, glaucous blue-green, flattened, heart-shape leaves. Pairs well with bright, variegated hosta varieties. Slow growing. Retains its color well in the heat of summer in shadier locations. Dies back in winter. Tall stems of showy pale lavender-mauve flowers on 26" stems emerge in summer. It is an erect plant growing to about 14 inches tall with heavily textured. spear-shaped blue-green leaves resembling seersucker fabric. Hostas prefer consistent moisture but will tolerate somewhat dry soil. Drainage is most important, to prevent dormant season crown rot. They might wilt in very warm temperatures unless frequently watered, and high humidity sometimes encourages snails and slugs, which can chew ragged disfiguring holes in the foliage. Keeping the ground free of thick mulches can discourage slugs and snails. Fertilize each spring and again in summer. Granular fertilizers should never sit on the leaves. Deer find them tasty, and you might try planting daffodils around your hosta to keep them away from the emerging shoots. Slugs leave unsightly holes in the leaves, but a light scattering of sand around your plants will help keep them away.
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18" tall x 30" wide - Tardiana Group (generally large-leaved cultivars with blue-green leaves.) Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, pollinators, deer resistant, ... more

In spring, its heart-shaped leaves have a blue center and a thick creamy white margin. By summer, the center of the leaves deepens to blue-green and the margin brightens to white. The thick, slug resistant foliage may develop a greenish blush over portions of the margin during late summer. Attracts hummingbirds. 16" tall x 30" wide. Good background plant in shady borders, shade gardens or woodland gardens.
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In spring, its heart-shaped leaves have a blue center and a thick creamy white margin. By summer, the center of ... more