Showing posts with label Herbs. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Herbs. Show all posts

Sunday, April 10, 2011

Herbs that we Grow.

Listed below are the various herbs that we sell. Last year I made a very good ice tea using fresh mint leaves and stevia. Personally I don't cook that much so my knowledge with herbs is what I have read in magazines, on the Internet, in seed catalogs, and in books. This year I hope to do more cooking so I can give people ideas on how to use the herbs and vegetables that I grow.

Basil:

Purple ruffles- has a slight clove scent and flavor.

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.

Lemon Basil- sweet and tangy flavor.

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).

Mint- Good for making jelly, teas, and in other recipes.

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.

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.

Stevia- A sugar substitute. The leaves can be used dried or fresh.

Thyme- Can be used in teas and food dishes.

Listed below are some of the herb gardens we grow. They are perfect for the patio, deck, or balcony.

Italian herb garden: Sweet basil, oregano, chives, thyme, parsley.

Basil herb garden: all of the basil's that we grow in one pot.

Tea herb garden: Stevia, mint, lemon basil, cinnamon basil.

Lorissa