Culinary

Lemon Mint (Monarda citriodora) Annual

Although a member of the mint family, Lemon Mint is a bee balm or monarda. Light purple flowers with a lemony scent make this heirloom a pollinator favorite. Frequently used for tea, as a garnish, and in fresh summer recipes; valued as a medicinal herb...

Light Green Chinese Celery (Apium graveolens)

This popular Asian heirloom yields flavorful, nutrient-dense leaves on thin, tender stems. Both decorative and delicious, Light Green Chinese Celery requires consistent moisture and well-composted soil. Thrives in cooler temperatures but is not frost...

Lime Basil (Ocimum basilicum)

Vibrant green, fragrant with a slightly sweet lime flavor. Delicious in salads, sautés, Thai dishes, marinades, desserts, and beverages/teas. A hardworking garden companion plant that banishes aphids and other pests while attracting pollinators...

Lovage (Levisticum officinale)

This heirloom herb has a delicious, celery-like flavor that will brighten your favorite summer dishes. An easy to grow heirloom with soft green colored leaves and an elegant arching habit. Loved by pollinators! 200 seeds minimum  Germination:...

Mammoth Long Island Dill (Anethum graveolens)

We love to plant this massive variety among our cucumbers and onions to deter pests and attract beneficial insects. Mammoth Long Island Dill produces huge umbels heavy with delicious seeds and tons of frilly, fragrant leaves. 250 seeds...

Mountain Mint (Pycnanthemum pilosum)

Highly aromatic Mountain Mint is valued for its medicinal properties and often used in teas. Mint-thyme scented foliage makes an excellent natural pest repellent and terrific garden companion plant. Tiny white flowers attract pollinators. Perennial...

Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris) Perennial

This easy-to-grow perennial is a bitter herb often used to flavor meats and repel mosquitos. Expect it to blossom into small white flowers from July through October. Valued for medicinal properties. Tolerates drought. Can become invasive; consult with...

North Red Chinese Toon (Toona sinensis) Perennial

Arrow-shaped, auburn-tinted leaves adorn this attractive perennial hardwood. Its young leaves and shoots are edible and rich in vitamins and minerals. North Red Toon can withstand temperature drops in some climates but requires wintertime protection...

Organic Bouquet Dill (Anethum graveolens)

If creating gleaming jars of home-made dill pickles is on your list of summer joys, make sure you successively plant enough of this amazing garden herb. Long loved for its fragrance, tall lacy foliage, and attractive yellow flowers, dill deserves a place...

Organic Bronze Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare)

This non-bulbing variety is a medicinal and culinary favorite, revered for its sweet, licoricey flavor and wispy maroon-brown foliage that reaches 5+ feet tall. Harvest Bronze Fennel leaves early for milder flavor or at maturity for a more intense anise...

Organic Chives (Allium schoenoprasum)

A popular perennial herb with mild onion flavor – delicious fresh, dried, and cooked. Bright purple blossoms are beautiful in your garden. Chives attract pollinators and repel pests. 200 seeds minimum  Germination: 7-14...

Organic Cilantro/Coriander (Coriandrum sativum)

If your summer plans include salsa, then you’ll need plenty of this delicious heirloom. Plant in succession to ensure a steady supply of tender, flavorful leaves. A favorite ingredient for both Mexican and Asian cuisines. Hardy and easy to grow...

Organic Dark Opal Basil (Ocimum basilicum)

A sweet, fragrant variety cherished for its gorgeous deep violet leaves. Delicious, stunning in the garden, and valued as a medicinal herb. An effective companion plant for tomatoes and peppers. Loved by pollinators.  100 seeds...

Organic Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum)

Known as Methi, Mentya or Menthulu, this unique herb is grown for both its savory leaves and its seeds which can be used in pickling spices or curries. As an added benefit, fenugreek is also a legume that will naturally fix nitrogen in your soil if...

Organic Finale Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare)

These prolific plants sport large, fragrant white bulbs crowned by soft green tops. Crisp and succulent, Finale bulbs taste great fresh, roasted or grilled, while their leaves add depth to salads and sauces. Keeps well and resists bolt.  200...