Herb Crop 2008

Dill

Herb of the Year - 2010

Key Benefits

Herbs are the Friends of your garden - some provide you with beauty, some heal you, some add spice to your life, and some give the comfort of old times remembered.
Our Herbs are offered from seedlings, cuttings, and divisions, and come in several sizes.
We have the most extensive list of Herbs available as plants in the Tri-State Area. Among our offerings are 10 varieties of Basil, 6 varieties of Thyme, 6 varieties of Mint, 11 varieties of Rosemary, 8 varieties of Lavender, 4 varieties of Sage -- and others; a total of 75 varieties of Herbs from which to choose!

****We at Robin's Nest do not have the Medical Knowledge to recommend any Herb for medicinal or nutritional use.

Pricing

Description	Price	Quantity Discounts!
Market Pack (Jumbo six pack)	$7.99 ( $1.33 per plant)	Full Flat --6 6 packs (36 plants) $24.99 (save .64 per plant). (Save $22.95 per flat of 36!)
4" , 4 1/2" Pot	$3.49ea	Buy 15 4-4.5" Pots, get one more free! (3.49 value)
Specialty Pots	Priced individually	Mixed Gardens, Larger Pots

Our 2010 Herb Crop

	Anise (Pimpenella anisum) Annual herb. Chopped leaves are used to flavor stews, soups, and can also be flavorful in sauces or dressings. The seeds from this plant are often used in baking. The liqueur anisette is flavored using this herb.
	Basil, Cinnamon This basil has a distinct cinnamon fragrance and flavor. It has smaller leaves than the 'sweet' basils, and a pretty purple bloom. Some claim cinnamon basil will ward off insects at the dinner table when cut and placed in a vase. Make your own recipes with this unique flavored basil.
	Basil, Genovese Italian One of the 'Sweet' Large-leaved Basils, and the best for Pesto! Sweet Basils are used in so many Italian recipes, and the sweet basils are good added to a green salad. Basil is a great container plant, and can also be grown right in the garden. In the garden, water well at least once a week if no rain; if planted in a container, several times a week may be necessary. Harvest the younger leaves 3-4" from the ends of the branches. Basil is good fresh and dried.
	Basil, Greek Columnar
	Basil, Greek Spicy Globe One of the 'Sweet' Large-leaved Basils, and the best for Pesto! Sweet Basils are used in so many Italian recipes, and the sweet basils are good added to a green salad. Basil is a great container plant, and can also be grown right in the garden. In the garden, water well at least once a week if no rain; if planted in a container, several times a week may be necessary. Harvest the younger leaves 3-4" from the ends of the branches. Basil is good fresh and dried.
	Basil, Italian Large Leaf One of the 'Sweet' Large-leaved Basils, and the best for Pesto! Sweet Basils are used in so many Italian recipes, and the sweet basils are good added to a green salad. Basil is a great container plant, and can also be grown right in the garden. In the garden, water well at least once a week if no rain; if planted in a container, several times a week may be necessary. Harvest the younger leaves 3-4" from the ends of the branches. Basil is good fresh and dried.
	Basil, Lemon Mrs Burns This particular lemon-scented basil has much larger leaves than other lemon basils. The flowers are pink. The lemon fragrance and flavor is pronounced. Basil is a great container plant, and can also be grown right in the garden. In the garden, water well at least once a week if no rain; if planted in a container, several times a week may be necessary. Harvest the younger leaves 3-4" from the ends of the branches. Basil is good fresh and dried.
	Basil, Lime You will immediately detect the fragrance of lime just by rubbing your hand across the leaves. Think of some recipes which call for limes - Basil is a great container plant, and can also be grown right in the garden. In the garden, water well at least once a week if no rain; if planted in a container, several times a week may be necessary. Harvest the younger leaves 3-4" from the ends of the branches. Basil is good fresh and dried.
	Basil, Napoletano One of the 'Sweet' Large-leaved Basils, and the best for Pesto! Sweet Basils are used in so many Italian recipes, and the sweet basils are good added to a green salad. Basil is a great container plant, and can also be grown right in the garden. In the garden, water well at least once a week if no rain; if planted in a container, several times a week may be necessary. Harvest the younger leaves 3-4" from the ends of the branches. Basil is good fresh and dried.
	Basil, Pesto Perpetuo TM This variegated basil is hard to recognize in the garden, because basils are usually just one color. Pesto Perpetuo is a gorgeous plant, and the flavor is one of a pure, sweet basil. Basil is a great container plant, and can also be grown right in the garden. In the garden, water well at least once a week if no rain; if planted in a container, several times a week may be necessary. Harvest the younger leaves 3-4" from the ends of the branches. Basil is good fresh and dried.
	Basil, Purple Petra This basil is also a great looker. Try growing this mild-flavored basil in a container along with ornamental flowers - especially those which have chartreuse leaves or bright yellow flowers. Basil is a great container plant, and can also be grown right in the garden. In the garden, water well at least once a week if no rain; if planted in a container, several times a week may be necessary. Harvest the younger leaves 3-4" from the ends of the branches. Basil is good fresh and dried.
	Basil, Red Rubin This Basil has purple/red leaves and a much stronger flavor than 'sweet' basils. Red Rubin is easy to grow and very pretty in a container, and is striking in the garden due to it's leaf color. In the garden, water well at least once a week if no rain; perhaps several times a week if planted in a container.
	Basil, Sweet Salad TM One of the 'Sweet' Large-leaved Basils, and the best for Pesto! Sweet Basils are used in so many Italian recipes, and the sweet basils are good added to a green salad. Basil is a great container plant, and can also be grown right in the garden. In the garden, water well at least once a week if no rain; if planted in a container, several times a week may be necessary. Harvest the younger leaves 3-4" from the ends of the branches. Basil is good fresh and dried.
	Borage This large plant has beautiful, simple blue flowers which make very nice garnishes for your dishes. Chop young leaves for a cool, cucumber-flavored treat when added to salads. Iced tea made with Borage and flavored with honey is a summer treat. Give this plant plenty of space in the garden.
	Caraway This biennial herb is grown from seed, and produces seed the second season. Caraway seeds are commonly used to flavor cabbage dishes, and is probably instantly recognized as the distinct flavor in rye bread. Easy to grow plants need full sun and well-drained soil.
	Chamomile, German This short plant is great for along pathways, among large rocks as a filler, or even on a steep slope as a groundcover (small areas). The tiny white flowers are used for many purposes such as for teas, medicines, and oils. Full sun is best, well-drained soil is preferred. Chamomile will reseed itself.
	Chervil, Curled This herb is so similar to parsley, that some may not be able to distinguish one from the other. Chervil is often used as a more strongly flavored parsley in French dishes. Grow as you would parsley; plenty of sun. Can be grown in containers.
	Chives, Chinese Garlic Chives are a commonly used herb. This variety is flavored more like garlic. This easy-to-grow herb can make a great container plant. The leaves can be harvested over and over, and as long as you don't cut them too short, the plants will re-grow almost immediately. Chive blooms are especially pretty, and can be used as a garnish. Make sure you plant chives in a well-drained location to prevent the tiny bulbs from rotting. Garlic chives have white blooms.
	Chives, Common Chives are a commonly used herb. What's a baked potato without chives? This easy-to-grow herb can make a great container plant, or several can make a pretty border in the herb garden. The leaves can be harvested over and over, and as long as you don't cut them too short, the plants will re-grow almost immediately. Chive blooms are especially pretty, and can be used as a garnish. Common, or also known as 'onion' chives have lavender blooms. Make sure you plant chives in a well-drained location to prevent the tiny bulbs from rotting.
	Cilantro, Long-standing Is it possible to make Salsa without this herb? Cilantro is a staple in Mexican cuisine, as well as a popular flavoring in many other dishes. Fresh leaves are called Cilantro - and are an herb. The dried seeds from this plant are called Coriander, and are then considered a spice. Cilantro is easily grown in the garden or in a container. This particular variety is slow to bloom - called 'bolting', and so may have a longer harvest season than other varieties of cilantro.
	Cilantro, Santo Is it possible to make Salsa without this herb? Cilantro is a staple in Mexican cuisine, as well as a popular flavoring in many other dishes. Fresh leaves are called Cilantro - and are an herb. The dried seeds from this plant are called Coriander, and are then considered a spice. Cilantro is easily grown in the garden or in a container. Santo is a popular variety of cilantro.
	Clary Sage This is a silvery-green leaved plant which has very pretty and aromatic flowers. It is used for many medicinal purposes, as well as for special uses in the making of potpourri. Full-sun, heat loving, and pretty.
	Dill, Bouquet This variety of dill is a more compact grower than other dills. Fresh leaves are chopped for flavorings and are referred to as 'dill weed'. The seeds produced by dill plants are used for making pickles, among other things. Dill is a must in any butterfly garden! Full sun, well-drained soil are a must. Dills are a bit rangy as a plant, so don't be discouraged if it doesn't make a nice, distinct little plant. Work dill plants in among large-leaved plants for a pleasing effect.
	Dill, Delikat This variety of dill is superior for pot or garden production. It is very compact and has dark green leaves. Fresh leaves are chopped for flavorings and are referred to as 'dill weed'. The seeds produced by dill plants are used for making pickles, among other things. Dill is a must in any butterfly garden! Full sun, well-drained soil are a must. Work dill plants in among large-leaved plants for a pleasing effect.
	Dill, Greensleeves
	Fennel, Florence Finocchio
	Fenugreek
	Germander This little plant is used extensively in 'knot gardens' as an herbal edging. The plants can be trimmed and shaped as little 'boxwood' hedges in your herb garden. Very nice plants, easy to grow.
	Lavender, Blue Cushion This is an early summer flowering angustifolia type lavender. Blue Cushion has dark blue flowers and is quite hardy. Lavender plants will grow best if planted with some sand or gravel added to the soil mix, and/or planted a bit above the grade of your herb garden (this is especially important for those of us with heavy clay soils that tend to hold water in the winter) so excess water can run off.
	Lavender, French This lavender is not winter hardy, nor does it have a great lavender fragrance. It does, however, bloom early in the summer and continue to bloom into fall. It is best pruned back by at least half in midsummer to keep the plant from getting rangy, and to further promote intense flowering. The leaves are 'toothed', thus it's Latin moniker dentata.
	Lavender, Fringed This lavender is considered to be a tender lavender, and will not tolerate temperatures below 30. It is well worth growing in a container, though, for it's fragrance, fringed leaves, and unusual flowers.
	Lavender, Goodwin Creek This beautiful lavender is an excellent choice for an indoor pot during the winter. Goodwin Creek is a 'french' lavender hybrid, and so not particularly winter hardy. The foliage is silvery-grey, toothed-edge, and the corollas deep purple.
	Lavender, Grosso This is one of, if not THE best and most beautiful of the lavenders. Grosso is an intermedia type lavender. Expect huge, dark violet flower heads, excellent disease resistance, and ease of care. Lavender plants will grow best if planted with some sand or gravel added to the soil mix, and/or planted a bit above the grade of your herb garden (this is especially important for those of us with heavy clay soils that tend to hold water in the winter) so excess water can run off.
	Lavender, Hidcote This lavender is an angustifolia type, and so fairly winter hardy. Hidcote is considered to be one of the most intensely colored, with deep purple flowers, thought the flower stems are short. Hidcote has a short, shrubby plant habit. Lavender plants will grow best if planted with some sand or gravel added to the soil mix, and/or planted a bit above the grade of your herb garden (this is especially important for those of us with heavy clay soils that tend to hold water in the winter) so excess water can run off.
	Lavender Hyssop
	Lavender, Munstead This angustifolia type lavender is a great shrubby plant, has good winter hardiness, and very pretty flowers. Munstead is great for a hedge. Lavender plants will grow best if planted with some sand or gravel added to the soil mix, and/or planted a bit above the grade of your herb garden (this is especially important for those of us with heavy clay soils that tend to hold water in the winter) so excess water can run off.
	Lavender, Provence This lavender is one of the intermedia lavender type. These lavenders usually begin blooming just when the angustifolia types are finished. Most of these lavenders are highly ornamental, with long flower stems, large and showy heads, and beautiful foliage. These varieties are not as winter hardy as some lavenders, but are well worth the effort. The French also call the intermedia types 'Lavandin'.
	Lemon Verbena This tender (not winter-hardy) herb is a must for intense lemon fragrance! Lemon Verbena is a great container plant, and makes a perfect compliment to low-growing mints in a mixed container. A fast-growing, shrubby plant, Lemon Verbena is in need of frequent pruning. Do not throw the stems away - let them dry, and use to scent a drawer or closet. Teas (either hot or iced) can be made using the leaves. If brought in for the winter, be sure to prune back first, and make sure you have not brought in whitefly or spider mites, as these will quickly spread to other plants!
	Marjoram Marjoram is a sweet oregano. It's culinary uses include seasoning for roasted lamb, as well as a delightful flavor in salads and salad dressings. This plant is less aggressive than general oreganos, and may do better in a container. Harvest the last 2-3" of the branch. Be careful not to take too much at a time, as this plant, when young, resents a hard cut back.
	Mint, Apple While members of the mint family are super-easy to grow, we strongly warn you NOT to plant them in the ground! These plants are particularly invasive, and once established, are difficult if not impossible to get rid of. Instead, grow your mints in hanging baskets or patio-type pots. Harvest the fragrant leaves by cutting 4-5" long stems from the ends of the branches. Strip the leaves for fresh use, or bundle and tie the stems to be hung and dried for use in teas. Tasty.
	Mint, Chocolate While members of the mint family are super-easy to grow, we strongly warn you NOT to plant them in the ground! These plants are particularly invasive, and once established, are difficult if not impossible to get rid of. Instead, grow your mints in hanging baskets or patio-type pots. Harvest the fragrant leaves by cutting 4-5" long stems from the ends of the branches. Strip the leaves for fresh use, or bundle and tie the stems to be hung and dried for use in teas. Tasty.
	Mint, Peppermint While members of the mint family are super-easy to grow, we strongly warn you NOT to plant them in the ground! These plants are particularly invasive, and once established, are difficult if not impossible to get rid of. Instead, grow your mints in hanging baskets or patio-type pots. Harvest the fragrant leaves by cutting 4-5" long stems from the ends of the branches. Strip the leaves for fresh use, or bundle and tie the stems to be hung and dried for use in teas. Tasty.
	Mint, Spearmint While members of the mint family are super-easy to grow, we strongly warn you NOT to plant them in the ground! These plants are particularly invasive, and once established, are difficult if not impossible to get rid of. Instead, grow your mints in hanging baskets or patio-type pots. Harvest the fragrant leaves by cutting 4-5" long stems from the ends of the branches. Strip the leaves for fresh use, or bundle and tie the stems to be hung and dried for use in teas. Tasty. Can you even have a Mojito without spearmint?
	Mint, Sweet Pear While members of the mint family are super-easy to grow, we strongly warn you NOT to plant them in the ground! These plants are particularly invasive, and once established, are difficult if not impossible to get rid of. Instead, grow your mints in hanging baskets or patio-type pots. Harvest the fragrant leaves by cutting 4-5" long stems from the ends of the branches. Strip the leaves for fresh use, or bundle and tie the stems to be hung and dried for use in teas. Tasty.
	Oregano, Golden Oregano is a commonly used dried herb. It is used especially to flavor Italian foods, Pizza, and Fish, and is also used in Salad Dressings. Oregano is an easy-to-grow plant. Suitable for containers, although not likely to winter over unless planted in the ground. Water well at least once a week if no rain; perhaps several times a week if grown in full sun in a container. Cut 4-5" stems, bundle and hang to dry.
	Oregano, Greek Oregano is a commonly used dried herb. It is used especially to flavor Italian foods, Pizza, and Fish, and is also used in Salad Dressings. Oregano is an easy-to-grow plant. Suitable for containers, although not likely to winter over unless planted in the ground. Water well at least once a week if no rain; perhaps several times a week if grown in full sun in a container. Cut 4-5" stems, bundle and hang to dry.
	Oregano, Hot & Spicy Oregano is a commonly used dried herb. It is used especially to flavor Italian foods, Pizza, and Fish, and is also used in Salad Dressings. Oregano is an easy-to-grow plant. Suitable for containers, although not likely to winter over unless planted in the ground. Water well at least once a week if no rain; perhaps several times a week if grown in full sun in a container. Cut 4-5" stems, bundle and hang to dry.
	Oregano, Italian Oregano is a commonly used dried herb. It is used especially to flavor Italian foods, Pizza, and Fish, and is also used in Salad Dressings. Oregano is an easy-to-grow plant. Suitable for containers, although not likely to winter over unless planted in the ground. Water well at least once a week if no rain; perhaps several times a week if grown in full sun in a container. Cut 4-5" stems, bundle and hang to dry.
	Parsley, Italian Dark Green Flat Leaf While you may think of Parsley as just a garnish on your plate, it is actually a very commonly used herb for flavoring in soups, salads, and even roasted meats and vegetables. Parsley is most easily grown in containers. While the plants may make it through the winter, they will bloom quickly and mostly the whole second growing season. Once a parsley blooms, the flavor is no longer desirable. Butterflies, on the other hand, adore parsley blooms, and also love to lay their eggs on the leaves. Some French dishes may call for parsley root- which would be larger on second-year plants.
	Parsley, Moss Curled While you may think of Parsley as just a garnish on your plate, it is actually a very commonly used herb for flavoring in soups, salads, and even roasted meats and vegetables. Parsley is most easily grown in containers. While the plants may make it through the winter, they will bloom quickly and mostly the whole second growing season. Once a parsley blooms, the flavor is no longer desirable. Butterflies, on the other hand, adore parsley blooms, and also love to lay their eggs on the leaves. Some French dishes may call for parsley root- which would be larger on second-year plants.




	Rosemary, Arp This variety is considered the most reliably winter-hardy rosemary for zone 6b and warmer. Arp is also one of the most fragrant rosemarys. The undersides of the flat, needle-like leaves are grayish/silver. This variety is an upright plant, and takes well to shaping - topiaries are often made from this plant. Flowers are bright blue.
	Rosemary, Barbeque This tall, upright-branched plant has the perfect shape for making rosemary spears on which to place your meats and veggies for barbequing. The flowers appear in late spring or early summer, and are blue/violet. Yum, again.
	Rosemary, Benenden Blue This variety is not winter-hardy, and should be brought in for the winter if desired. A very fragrant, dark green plant, Benenden Blue is used for both an ornamental as well as for culinary delights. Midsummer, expect bright blue flowers. This is the rosemary to have around if you want a 'pet' to pet! Yum.
	Rosemary, Blue Spire This rosemary is considered a tender perennial, and so is not particularly winter hardy. Blue Spire is an upright, beautiful plant for your herb garden or patio pot, and is a good culinary variety. Deep blue flowers grace the tall stems.
	Rosemary, Gold Dust
	Rosemary, Gorizia This is a large-leaved, heavy, upright-stemmed plant. It is a bit more winter-hardy than others, but not reliably so. The fragrance is sweet, maybe with a hint of ginger, and not very strong. Flowering sometimes occurs in the summer.
	Rosemary, Hill Hardy One of the most winter-hardy of the rosemarys, this variety can survive down to 0, if given some extra protection. Upright, strong stems bear light blue flowers in the fall, and may bloom again in the late winter/early spring if wintered over in the greenhouse. The fragrance is softer than most.
	Rosemary, Huntington Carpet This is one of my favorites for fragrance. A low-growing, ground-hugging plant, Huntington Carpet is an excellent choice for planter boxes, hanging baskets, and ground covers. The deep blue flowers are striking as they cascade. The flavor of this variety is excellent.
	Rosemary, Prostratus This variety, as it's name suggests, is best used as a creeping ground cover or in a hanging container. The branches or 'vines' will twist and turn, and are covered with bright blue flowers. Prostratus is not winter-hardy, and is useful mostly as an ornamental plant.
	Rosemary, Santa Barbara Another of the trailing rosemarys, this one is covered with beautiful blue flowers in the early summer. Great for ground cover, window box, or hanging basket. Santa Barbara is not winter-hardy.
	Rosemary, Spice Island This tall, elegant variety is so named for it's intense fragrance and flavor. In late spring or early summer, expect dark blue flowers to cover the stems. Spice Island is not winter-hardy.
	Sage, Garden This herb will grow into a nice perennial plant in your herb garden in just a couple of seasons. Can you have turkey dressing (stuffing) without sage?
	Sage, Icterina
	Sage, Purple
	Sage, Tricolor
	Sage, White
	Savory, Summer
	Savory, Winter
	Stevia
	Tarragon, French
	Thyme, Caraway
	Thyme, Common
	Thyme, Elfin
	Thyme, Golden Lemon
	Thyme, Mother of
	Thyme, Pink Chintz
	Thyme, Silver
	Thyme, Silver Edge
	Thyme, Wooly

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