Herbs
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Tropaeolum majus 'Jewel of Africa', Organic
Trailing Nasturtium€2.22Out of stock
Nasturtium 'Jewel of Africa' is a gorgeous trailing variety with blooms in mahogany, rose, gold, and primrose. One of the most foolproof and versatile of all annuals, use in flower or vegetable beds, the flowers and leaves make a peppery addition to salads. Organic Seed. -
Thymus serpyllum, 'Creeping Thyme', Organic
Wild thyme€2.34There are very few ground covers that can be walked-on, but creeping thyme is one of them. Suitable as a lawn substitute or used between stepping stones, near to patios and walkways. Especially popular used where the plants can cascade over a rockery or wall. Organic Seed. -
Thyme. English Winter. Organic
English Winter Thyme, Garden Thyme€1.56 Thyme leaves may be small, but they pack a powerful punch. It retains its flavour well in long slow cooking. It is one of the savory herbs, which are main course herbs used to flavour hardy meals, bone warming soups, and piquant sauces. Organic Seed. -
Tarragon, Russian Tarragon, Organic
Russian Tarragon, False tarragon€1.86 Russian Tarragon has a spicy characteristic with anise-like qualities. The fresh leaves are vastly superior to dried, it was little used in home kitchens until fairly recently but now is an essential and indispensable herb. Organic Seed. -
Sweet Cicely, Myrrhis odorata, Organic
Garden Myrh, Anise€3.54Out of stock
Sweet Cicely is in flower before most other umbellifers are even thinking of it, in the garden it is a really useful precursor to the Ammi genus. As a culinary herb it is a valuable sweetener for people who are trying to reduce their sugar intake. It also smells divine. Organic Seed. -
Sorrel, Red Veined, Organic
Bloody Sorrel€2.34Out of stock
'Red Veined' Sorrel is valued for its pointed and bright lime-green leaves. It is one of the earliest green crops and can even withstand freezing winters. Once established, it can be treated as a 'cut and come again' crop and should produce greens for 8 to 10 years. Organic Seed. -
Sorrel 'De Belleville' French Sorrel, Organic
French Sorrel
Heritage (French 1730's)€1.98Out of stock
Sorrel De Belleville is a small French cultivar. It is hardy and well-proven to be productive under almost any conditions with an excellent lemon flavour. One of the earliest green crops and embarrassingly easy to grow, it needs no attention other than when you want to eat it. Organic Seed. -
Savory, Summer Savory, Organic
Summer Savory, Garden Savory€1.74 The leaves of Summer savory are so tender that they can be added fresh to salads or used as a garnish. Used in herb combinations it brings out the best in stews and vegetable dishes, and shines as a seasoning for roasting meats, fowl, and fish. Organic Seed. -
Salvia sclarea var. turkestanica, Clary Sage, Organic
Biennial Clary, Muscatel Sage€2.34This hardy biennial Sage has been grown in almost every botanical sanctuary in human history. Each stem is topped with a profusion of pale blue blossoms and large pinkish white bracts. A truly architectural plant. Organic Seed. -
Sage, Salvia officinalis. Organic
Common, Kitchen, Garden Sage€1.80Salvia officianalis, as the Latin name implies, is the original aromatic foliage used for centuries to flavour stuffing, meats and even make sage tea. of course, nothing says stuffing like good old Garden Sage. Organic Seed. -
Rue, Ruta graveolens, Organic
Garden Rue, Herb of Grace, Herb Rue€1.98Rue leaves have a strong, pleasant orange-like fragrance, it is one of the most pleasant herbs to inhale. In the garden it is easy to grow and to maintain, it attracts wildlife and butterflies, while repelling fleas and mosquitoes. Organic Seed. -
Rosemary, Rosmarinus officianalis, Organic
Herb Rosemary€1.86Out of stock
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 and pork with great results. Organic Seed. -
Root Parsley, Hamburg 'Berliner' Organic
Dutch Rooted Parsnip, Halflange
Heritage (Germany 16th C.)€2.10Out of stock
Hamburg Parsley 'Berliner' has edible large flat, parsley-like leaves but should not be confused with common curly parsley or Italian flat leaf parsley, as neither produce edible roots. It is a specific variety grown for as a root vegetable rather than an herbaceous green. Organic Seeds. -
Pennyroyal, Mentha pulegium, Organic
Pudding Grass, Pulegium
Wildflower of Britain and Ireland, Ancient Crop€1.86 Today, Pennyroyal is seldom considered a culinary herb, it can be found naturalised throughout the civilized world. In mid to late summer, attractive whorls of lilac-blue flowers appear held above the foliage on stout stems. Organic Seed. -
Parsley, Flat Leaf 'Italian Giant' Organic
Flat Leaf Parsley, Italian Parsley€1.62Out of stock
'Italian Giant' is a select plant with deeply cut, bright green leaves. Known to have better flavour than other varieties it is indispensable for a huge range of dishes and is the choice parsley for drying. It can be grown indoors year round or over the winter for a supply of fresh leaves. Organic Seed. -
Parsley 'Moss Curled' Organic
Curly Parsley.
Heritage (Pre 1866)€1.26Out of stock
Parsley is the best known of all the garnishing herbs. Curly parsley can look very ornamental as an edging to a large pot of nasturtiums. It can also be grown in hanging baskets (keep well watered) window boxes (give it some shade in high summer) and containers. Organic Seed. -
Oregano, Greek Oregano, Organic
Greek Oregano,€1.74 Greek Oregano is the classic culinary oregano considered the best all-purpose culinary variety it brings a deep, complicated flavour and savoriness to many cuisines. Perennial, vigorous and very hardy. Delicious in bread, pasta dishes, stuffing, and of course pizza. Organic Seed. -
Nigella sativa 'Black Cumin', Organic
Black caraway, Fennel flower€1.80 Nigella sativa flowers are very similar to the popular Nigella 'Love in a Mist', they are well suited to the border as well as the herb garden. The seeds have a spicy, nutty flavour, they can be harvested and stored for use throughout the year. Organic Seed. -
Matricaria chamomilla, German Chamomile, Organic
Camomile Tea, Syn. Matricaria recutita€1.50Chamomile has been used for centuries. In the realm of simple herbs, for the treatment of common ailments by the common people, few herbs have garnered such a reputation for success as the lowly chamomile. Organic Seed. -
Marjoram, Sweet Marjoram, Organic
Summer Marjoram€1.74 Sweet Marjoram is an essential culinary herb and fresh or dried, no cook should ever be without it. It is wonderfully aromatic with a mild oregano flavour with a hint of balsam. Fresh or dried, it is good with veal, beef, lamb, roast poultry and fish. Organic Seed. -
Marjoram, Pot Marjoram, Organic
Winter Marjoram€1.50Fresh marjoram leaves smell a little like basil while in flavour they are rather like thyme, but sweeter and more scented. The leaves have a mild flavour and are most often used in recipes of French or English origin. It is also an excellent herb for drying. Organic Seed. -
Lovage, Levisticum officinale, Organic
Love Parsley, Mountain Celery€1.86Out of stock
Lovage is one of the most intriguing and versatile of herbs. Cook with it once and you will not consider missing it again. This perennial herb has a savory character, a wonderful way to anchor a dish with deep, verdant flavour, like adding a bass line to a piece of music. Organic Seed. -
Liquorice, Glycyrrhiza glabra, Organic
European Liquorice or Licorice (U.S.)€3.54Out of stock
The liquorice plant has a very long history of use both as a medicine and as flavouring. The soft and pliable roots have an aroma strongly reminiscent of anise or fennel. The taste is dominantly sweet, warm and medical. Organic Seed. -
Lemon Balm, Melissa officinalis, Organic
Bee Balm, Sweet Balm, Balm Mint, Blue Balm.€1.50Out of stock
Lemon balm is a very special herb with a number other uses. The leaves have the scent of lemon with a hint of mint. It is refreshing served in summer drinks such as Pimms or lemonade, use to flavour fruit, in sorbets and deserts or with a green salad. Organic Seed.
