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SAGE
GARDEN SAGE Salvia officinalis
One of the most important herbs in the herb garden.
Prefers well-drained soil. Full sun, zone 5 - 9, drought
tolerant.
ENGLISH THYME
Thymus vulgaris.
This thyme is native to the western Mediterranean
area, and now widely cultivated throughout temperate
zones. It is a good companion plant for eggplant,
potatoes, and tomatoes. Repels cabbage worms.
YARROW Achillea millefolium
One of the ‘must haves’ in any garden. Builds
the immune system of plants growing around it.
Great for the bronchial system. Tea and medicinal
plant. Attracts pollinators. Makes a great herbal
ground cover if mown regularly.
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SWEET MARJORAM
Origanum majorana
Marjoram is native to North Africa and Southeast
Asia and has become naturalized in the Mediterranean
region. The Greeks called this plant “joy of the
mountain”. Precious to Aphrodite, goddess of love.
It is an essential soup herb. Great with chicken and
fish but adds a richness to vegetarian dishes too. For
culinary use it is best used just before flowering but
it is very ornamental if allowed to flower and the
flowers dry very well.
STINGING NETTLE Urtica dioica
Wear your gloves to pick this herb. Important
spring tonic, once cooked or dried it loses its
sting. Soak the plant in water and cover outside
for several days to make a powerful compost tea
for your garden. The plant supports the whole body
and adds nutrients to the soil. High in chlorophyll,
Vitamins A and C and potassium. Tomatoes love
nettle tea. One of our top ten herbs as a must for
your garden. SA. H. $3.50/100 seeds
SORREL, GARDEN
Rumez acetosa
Perennial, native to Eurasia. Long broad green leaves used for soups and salads Very popular in
French cooking. Easy to grow and very hardy.
NIGELLA BLACK CUMIN
Nigella sativa
Native to the Middle East. The blue and white
flowers dance amongst a cloud of ferny, green leaves.
Edible seeds are eaten as a tasty, perfumed condiment
in rice dishes and confections. Medicinally, nigella is
used for treating indigestion, appetite loss, parasites,
water retention and fever. Full Sun.