Herbs M-Z

Herb Seed M-Z

Here's more of Bavicchi's wonderful selection of herb seed.

ZXR40 - Oregano
A must herb for any Italian and Mediterranean cooking, a perennial herbaceous plant, Oregano produces leaves with a characteristic pungent aroma, especially when dried. Suitable for container growing, will grow to 2 feet/60cm or more in the long-term garden. $2.59 View Details

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ZXM30 - Peppermint
[mentha piperita 'peppermint'] Very well-known plant, this Peppermint produces bushes 2-3 feet/30-70cm high with leaves having a characteristic 'minty' aroma, light green colored with reddish tinges at the edges, with small pink flowers joined in spikes. A preferred strain of peppermint selected for consistent flavor and robust growth. Try as flavoring in your favorite tea. Consider growing in container to control its spreading habit. $2.59 View Details

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ZXR10 - Rampion
(raperonzolo) Very old German heirloom looks much like a radish and is used much the same except the tops may also be used as a green. It was widely cultivated in the 17th century in central Europe. Rampion has a very tasty root and top green with a colorful history. There is a Grimm Brothers tale about the unfortunate child Rapunzel (German for 'rampion') who was given up to a witch after her father was caught stealing these roots from the witch's garden. $2.59 View Details

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ZXR20 - Rosemary
Rosemary is wonderful to use on any number of meat dishes, a favorite around here on roast pork loin, sometimes used in a medicinal tea. Branches are traditionally strewn on a pathway to release its beautiful fragrance when walked on. A warm-climate perennial, evergreen plant with a bushy stem which can reach 6 feet/2m, expect growth in cooler climes to be much smaller. Has numerous branches covered with small, persistent linear, obtuse leaves, dark green and silvery below, with light blue fl... $2.59 View Details

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ZXS10 - Sage
Great seasoning on meats fresh or dried, and a wonderful ornamental, as well (think blue salvia). Sage is a perennial plant, 15-18 inches (45-50cm) tall, with ash-green leaves, and lavender flowers. $2.59 View Details

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ZXS20 - Stridolo Or Scolpit
(45 days) As far as we know, Stridolo is unique to Italy. Used for flavoring salads, adding to omlettes and of course our favorite, risotto. A very rare and wonderful addition to any garden or farmers market offering. $2.59 View Details

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ZXM10 - Sweet Marjoram
[origanum majorana] Sweet Marjoram is a wonderful herb fresh or dried for salads, vinegars, and meats, with a flavor reminiscent of oregano. A must for Italian cooking! Adaptable to indoor container growing. Perennial plant in warm climates, annual in most areas, forming a bush 1-2 feet/30-60cm high, with many branches with alternating tiny oval leaves, antique green color. $2.59 View Details

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ZXT10 - Thyme
Thyme has long been one of the most universally used herbs, hence the phrase "when in doubt, use thyme." The leaves and flower stems are often used in cooking all kinds of meats and vegetables, and the dried flowers can be used with stored linens to repel insects. Suitable for seasonal growth in a pot, or plant outside in a sunny, well-drained spot. Hardy in zones 5-8, cut back to the new shoots in spring. $2.59 View Details

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ZXF10 - Wild Fennel
[foeniculum vulgare] Wild Fennel is a warm climate perennial plant 3-4 feet/100-130cm tall, with branched erect stems bearing yellowish umbrella inflorescences. Finely cut, delicate leaves perfect for flavoring roasts and seafood. Seeds lend an anise flavor to baking. This is an Italian heirloom, difficult to find here, a must for authentic Mediterranean cooking. $2.59 View Details

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