Another busy weekend at the Patch! We are now gearing up for Strathmore's Annual Spring Fest. This will be the fourth year that we have participated in Spring Fest, and look forward to seeing everyone out! This runs Saturday, May 31 10 am - 4 pm.
People have been asking about the herbs that we carry, so here is a list with information and some pictures, (All available in a 4" pot):
Lemon Balm - Is used in teas and essential oils - I love to plant it where it will get brushed against near walkways, it is marginally hardy (zone 4) so it may overwinter if you have a sheltered spot for it
Cilantro - is used in Mexican and Asian cooking, I love it's fresh flavour added in salads, soups and tacos.
Basil - who doesn't already love basil?
Chives - perennial from the onion family, great chopped up in salad, or on potatoes
Thai Basil - spicier basil, can be used in place of regular basil
Lemon Basil - lemon scented basil - a fresh change in your pesto!
Parsley - great for everyday cooking and salads
Oregano - we have had a fantastic crop of Oregano this year, we are excited to dry some ourselves this summer!
Catnip - anyone with a cat will be popular with your furry friend with this herb! Mine like it right off the plant, dry it and save for the winter months.
Sage - mmm, sage always reminds me of turkey soup. Great in full sun!
Thyme - a creeping plant, great along walkways and sunny areas.
Rosemary - great for barbecued meats, needs hot sun to really do well.
Mint - I love mint! It has so many uses (mojitos anyone?) I dry my extra leaves for tea in the winter. This one is invasive - I plant in a pot so I don't have to fight with it staying in it's allotted space.
Chocolate Mint - NOT YET AVAILABLE - coming soon
Lavender - NOT YET AVAILABLE - coming soon
Stevia - popular as a sweetener/sugar replacement
I am hoping to get my Sweet Grass plant going - the plan is to offer smudge sticks mixed with lavender or sage down the road when it gets large enough.
That's it for now, I will end this post with a slideshow of herbs :) Have a great week and we hope to see you at the greenhouse or at Spring Fest soon!
People have been asking about the herbs that we carry, so here is a list with information and some pictures, (All available in a 4" pot):
Lemon Balm - Is used in teas and essential oils - I love to plant it where it will get brushed against near walkways, it is marginally hardy (zone 4) so it may overwinter if you have a sheltered spot for it
Cilantro - is used in Mexican and Asian cooking, I love it's fresh flavour added in salads, soups and tacos.
Basil - who doesn't already love basil?
Chives - perennial from the onion family, great chopped up in salad, or on potatoes
Thai Basil - spicier basil, can be used in place of regular basil
Lemon Basil - lemon scented basil - a fresh change in your pesto!
Parsley - great for everyday cooking and salads
Oregano - we have had a fantastic crop of Oregano this year, we are excited to dry some ourselves this summer!
Catnip - anyone with a cat will be popular with your furry friend with this herb! Mine like it right off the plant, dry it and save for the winter months.
Sage - mmm, sage always reminds me of turkey soup. Great in full sun!
Thyme - a creeping plant, great along walkways and sunny areas.
Rosemary - great for barbecued meats, needs hot sun to really do well.
Mint - I love mint! It has so many uses (mojitos anyone?) I dry my extra leaves for tea in the winter. This one is invasive - I plant in a pot so I don't have to fight with it staying in it's allotted space.
Chocolate Mint - NOT YET AVAILABLE - coming soon
Lavender - NOT YET AVAILABLE - coming soon
Stevia - popular as a sweetener/sugar replacement
I am hoping to get my Sweet Grass plant going - the plan is to offer smudge sticks mixed with lavender or sage down the road when it gets large enough.
That's it for now, I will end this post with a slideshow of herbs :) Have a great week and we hope to see you at the greenhouse or at Spring Fest soon!
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