The Herb Garden Collection is a collection of ten classic culinary herbs.
Herbs are not hard plants to grow, and given how expensive herbs and spices tend to be, it’s well worth it for what you can save, and of course, fresh spices and herbs have far better flavours than dried ones.
Each of the seeds are supplied in a resealable ziplock bag, and come complete with an A5 information sheet containing colour pictures, information about the plant, sowing guidelines and cultivation advice.
Pack 1:
Basil, "Sweet Genovese" - 1 gram av. 750 Seeds.
Sweet Genovese is a delicate herb with a bold aroma and flavour, containing about 1% essential oil which has an intense, spicy-sweet, aroma and a slight anise-like undertone.
Popular as a seasoning and easy to grow, basil is cultivated and used throughout the world. Basil will flourish in your garden or in a pot on a sunny windowsill as long as it gets lots of warmth, water and sun.
Pack 2:
Coriander – 2 grams av. 200 seeds
Most gardeners appreciate that home grown herbs are infinitely superior, but try comparing home-grown Coriander to shop-bought - the difference can be quite startling. If you use coriander in any recipe, you would never regret planting your own. Organic Seeds.
Pack 3:
Dill ‘Bouquet’ - 1 gram, av 600 seeds.
Sweet and aromatic, the flavour of dill is intermediate between anise and caraway. The fruits (“dill seeds”) which impart a sharper flavour, are used as a spice, while the fernlike herb leaves (“dill weed or baby dill”), especially when fresh, have a sweeter fragrance. Dill is certainly delectable. If ever the term "best if home-grown" were to apply to an item in the kitchen, dill would be it !
Dill enhances the flavours of a dish as well as compliments other herbs when combined. It is exceptional with vegetables, fish and mustard based dressings or sauces, lamb, potato and peas. The seeds and herb are also a flavourful addition to breads and other baked goods and for those on a salt free diet, the seed makes an excellent stand-in for salt – it is a complete culinary treasure!
Pack 4:
Fennel Green, - 170mg, av 300 Seeds.
The green garden fennel is a handsome and popular perennial, often planted on its own for impact or combined with bergamot in flower borders. With plenty of humus and water in dry weather, plants develop into magnificent clumps of airy feather foliage, crowned in late summer with large heads of tiny flowers. The seeds are as useful herbally as are the leaves, and may be left to ripen as a crop.
Fennel grows erect with a thick root and stout stems. The leaves grow to 40 cm long and are finely dissected into fronds. The bright golden flowers, produced in large, flat terminal umbels, with from thirteen to twenty rays, are in bloom in July and August.
Pack 5:
Mint, Green Mint – 100mg, av 500 Seeds.
Mentha spicata (formerly viridis) is the best strain grown from seed. An exceptionally fragrant and ornamental plant in addition to having many culinary uses, it is also extremely attractive to butterflies, making a wonderful addition to a butterfly or wildlife garden
Pack 6:
Oregano, Greek – av. 200 seeds
The difference in taste between fresh oregano and the store-bought dried variety is like night and day. Fresh oregano adds a boost of flavor that just can't be beat. It is very easy to grow either in a container or garden.
Pack 7:
Parsley, Flat Leaf ‘Italian Giant’ – 385mg av. 250 seeds.
Also known as Italian parsley, flat leaf parsley has dark green leaves and a pungent, sweet flavour. This parsley is best for cooking, since it can withstand heat and retains its flavour better than curly parsley. Italian Giant is a select plant with deeply cut, bright green leaves. Known to have better flavour than other varieties, it is increasingly popular in the kitchen, and is indispensable for a huge range of cooked and salad dishes. It is the choice parsley for drying.
Pack 8:
Rosemary – 85mg av. 50 seeds
Rosemarinus officianalis can be used for ornamental, culinary and medicinal purposes.
Rosemary leaves are like soft pine needles; finely chopped they can be used to flavour a variety of dishes, especially stuffing. Many cooks simply cut sprigs of rosemary and place with roasted meats, especially lamb, pork, chicken and turkey with great results.
Pack 9:
English Sage – 420mg av. 60 Seeds.
Nothing says stuffing like good old Garden Sage, in addition to the traditional use, Sage is good with cheese and is often combined with thyme and used with beans and in soups. Use it with fruits in vinegars. The flowers make an attractive garnish in salads, butters, soft cheeses, and ice cubes. It is suitable for herb gardens, container gardening, perennial gardens, and cottage gardens.
Pack 10:
Thyme vulgaris - 700 Organic Seeds.
Thyme leaves may be small, but they pack a powerful punch. It retains its flavour well in long slow cooking. In Britain, thyme is the most popular culinary herb besides mint.
It is one of the savory herbs, which are main course herbs used to flavour hardy meals, bone warming soups, and piquant sauces. They blend their essence with other savory herbs to create some memorable flavours.
All of the Herbs are available individually, but you save over 25% by buying them as a collection.
| Common Name | Ten Culinary herbs. |

