Herb Grow Sheets

 Scientific NameAllium schoenoprasumGeneral InformationOnion chives are easy, flavorful perennial herbs with mild onion flavor. The are related to garlic, leek, and bunching onion. Leaves and flowers are edible. Grown in compact clumps, their tubular leaves rise 12 to 20 inches from small bulbs. Flowers…

 Scientific NameCoriandrum sativumGeneral InformationCilantro is a cool season annual herb also known as Chinese parsley. The flowers are very attractive to small beneficial insects, including syrphid flies and parasitic wasps. The leaf, flower, root, and seeds are edible. It is used as a garnish in…

 Scientific NameArtemisia dracunculus ‘Sativa’General InformationFrench tarragon is a 2-foot winter dormant, tender perennial that can be difficult to grow. It does not produce flowers and seeds. Therefore, all propagation is by cutting or division. French tarragon’s leaves have an anise-like flavor and…

 Scientific NameRosmarinus officinalisGeneral InformationRosemary is a sun-loving, low-water, evergreen shrub that blooms in winter and spring. There are many cultivars, from low-growing up to 6 feet tall. It is easy to grow, takes heat, and it’s deer proof.When to PlantBest planted in spring through…

 Scientific NamePetroselinum crispum (curly variety) Petroselinum neapolitanum (flat leaf variety)General InformationPopular biennial culinary herb in the carrot family. Two varieties: curly leaf parsley used more as a garnish and flat leafed parsley used for cooking. Bright green, tooth-edged…

 Scientific NameOriganum spp.General InformationOregano is a sun-loving, low-water perennial loved by bees and available in many cultivars, each varying in color, scent, and flavor. Greek and Italian oregano are popular for their strong flavor. The leaves and flowers are edible.When to PlantPlant in…

 Scientific NameTropaeolum majusGeneral InformationNasturtiums are cool season annual that bloom spring through fall. Their peppery flower, leaf and seed are edible and a trailing branch makes a lovely addition to a flower arrangement. They can also be trained to climb up an arbor or fence.When to…

 Scientific NameMentha speciesGeneral InformationMint is a perennial herb available in more than 600 varieties. Because of its proclivity to spread, it is best planted in a container. Removing flowers before they set seed also helps contain spread.When to PlantFrom seed: Some mints set seed and some…

 Scientific NameTagetes lucidaGeneral InformationMexican tarragon is a tender perennial often grown as an annual. It grows 2 to 3 feet tall. Its yellow-orange flowers attract bees, butterflies, and birds yet repel some insect pests. It is in the same family as ornamental marigolds but has a different…

 Scientific NameCymbopogon citratusGeneral InformationLemongrass is a fast-growing, shallow-rooted herbaceous perennial that grows up to 4 feet tall and 3 feet wide. It must be protected in winter because it is not frost tolerant. Its blue-green leaves turn red in the fall. It produces no flowers and is…