Saturday, May 4, 2013

21 or so varieties of Herb plants for sale.

Herbs are a wonderful addition to gardens, flower containers, foods, and drinks.   You can use herbs fresh, dried, or frozen.  A good site on how to use herbs: using herbs and how to freeze herbs. One tip I have found is to use1 tablespoon fresh = 1 teaspoon dried.  I sell a variety of herbs off of the home yard and at Pineridge Hollow Farmers' Market.   This year my Lemon Balm, Oregano, Lavender, Cinnamon Basil, Catnip, and Stevia did not want to grow.  On my third or so try I finally got Lemon Balm, Lavender, Cinnamon Basil, and Catnip to grow.  I usually have a wide variety of mints for sale, but my mints did not overwinter this year.  I thought mint plants were extremely hardy, but mine didn't make the winter.  I hope to find some mint plants soon and than I should have a variety of mints again.

Basil:
Purple ruffles- has a slight clove scent and flavor. Can be used to add color to salads.
Sweet Basil- Traditional basil that is used to make pesto or other dishes.
Thai Basil- has a licorice scent and flavor.
Cinnamon Basil- has a sweet cinnamon flavor. Can be used in food dishes and also be used in flower bouquets.  Has a purple stem and purple flowers.
Lemon Basil- sweet and tangy flavor. 
Lime Basil- Has a slight lime flavor and can be used in a variety of dishes.
Spicy Globe Basil- Is a compact bush like basil and has tiny leaves.
Genovese Basil- is the very best Italian pesto variety of basil. Extra-large and dark green leaves.

Catnip- Cats love this herb. It can also be used in teas.
Cilantro- Has a citrus and nutty flavour and it is used in salsas. The edible seeds are called Coriander.
Dill -We do not sell dill plants as they do not transplant well. We do sell fresh dill off of the home yard and at farmers' markets.
Lavender- The lavender we grow flowers in the first year. Lavender is used in a variety of crafts (potpourris, sachets, soaps, and wreaths). 
Lemon Balm- Has a nice lemon taste.  Really good in teas.
Mint- Good for making jelly, teas, and in other recipes. I have for sale: ginger, orange, apple, pineapple, peppermint, chocolate, and English.
Oregano- Can be used in food dishes or in teas.
Parsley- Has a celery like taste and can be used in soups, as garnishes, and other dishes. Rosemary Can be used in crafts. 
Rosemary- Can be used to flavor vinegars, salad dressings, and oils.
Sage- Has a slight lemon flavor and can be used in dressings, sauces, and teas. Can also be used in dried floral arrangements.
Summer Savory- Has a peppery taste. A lot of people use this herb to make a fresh bean soup.
Thyme- Can be used in teas and food dishes.
Orange Thyme- a citrusy thyme.  Can be used in a variety of dishes.
Lemon Thyme-Is a very beautiful looking herb and has a mild and sweet taste.

Tomato Plants
Big beef:  Beefsteak that produces 10-12 oz tomatoes.
Beef Master:  Beefsteak that produces 18-32 oz tomatoes.
Sweet Million:  Red cherry tomato
Applause:  Smooth, bright red tomatoes, 10-12 oz tomatoes.  Grows well in colder weather.
Crista: 10 oz firm tomato with good shelf life.   
Early Girl: A very early tomato that gives plenty of tomatoes.. 4-5 oz tomatoes.   


Peppers
Lilac colored
Yellow colored
Red colored
Ace: 50 days green, good in colder weather.  Good producer.


 Lorisssa

1 comment:

  1. Cinnamon Basil- has a sweet cinnamon flavor. Can be used in food dishes and also be used in flower Trees For Sale

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