Seeds Herb Plug Trays For Sale In Illinois

Richters holds exclusive propagation rights in Canada. As mint breeder Jim Westerfield once told us, "The first time I smelled this hybrid a voice in my head said ‘Cotton Candy'.

(Brahmi; Thyme-leaved gratiola)

Requires light, well-drained soil in a sunny location. The true tarragon, which does not propagate by seeds. Dark green, shiny leaves possess distinctive flavour. Grows to 90cm/36”.

It is a fast grower but it is also easy to contain because it does not spread by seed. Grows in dense mats that produce masses of light mauve-blue flowers in late spring. Very hardy in our zone 5, with no die back occurring in over a decade of growing...

Very attractive addition to any mint collection. This mint will make you laugh. It really gives off an unmistakable hint of ripe sweet pears! How Jim Westerfield managed to cross his mints to produce this remarkable gem is beyond us but we are thrilled...

Masses of white flowers appear in late summer. The essential oil in the leaves has antimicrobial, antiviral and antioxidant properties. Creeping variety from Iran, Turkey and the Caucasus.

An infusion of the herb is good for weak stomach, lack of appetite and persistent bronchitis. Horehound candies were once the standard remedy for coughs in Europe and North America.

Spicy, silver-grey foliage. ‘Kaliteri' means ‘the best' in Greek, an apt nickname for this terrific oregano that first came to us without a name. Specially selected for its high oil content, this strain is grown commercially in Greece for the high...

Now incorporated in many commercial products, this herb has become a significant American herbal crop in the Southern U.S. and Central America. It is very safe; no side effects or contraindications are known.

A savoury culinary herb. Hill Hardy has a rounded compact growth, with fresh yellow-green leaves and familiar aromatic scent. Prefers full sun, and well-drained soil. Similar to Arp Rosemary, Hill Hardy Rosemary lives up to its name, surviving even a...

Perfect complement to woolly thyme. Low mat-forming thyme splashed with either white or rose flowers in July.

One of many remarkable mint creations from the late mint breeder Jim Westerfield. Richters holds exclusive propagation rights in Canada. Sweet and fruity, like a bowl of fresh berries and cream.

Striking red, green and white variegated ground cover for shady areas. Unusual, but interesting fish-like flavour. Very easy to grow. Vietnamese herb used fresh on meat dishes and in soups.

Widely used to allay pain, nervous unrest, migraine, and insomnia. Excellent sedative action.

Used in cooking. (Mother-of-thyme) A creeper, well suited as ground cover. Perfumes the air when trodden upon. Helps to clear mucous congestion.

The oil is an ingredient in chartreuse and perfumes. (Eau de cologne mint; Bergamot mint) Treasured for its very special fragrance. Its hint of citrus is tantalizing in fruit punches, teas and potpourris.

Ideal for indoor culture. (French lavender) Indented leaves are strongly resinous in odor. Light purple flowers and light purple large bracts near top of inflorescence.

Bay laurel is frost-sensitive, and should be overwintered indoors. French meat, fish and poultry dishes rely on its spicy aromatic character. Bay laurel is an evergreen tree with glossy, deep-green, crinkled leaves that stem from smooth reddish woody...

Sage tea gargle is valuable for sore throat. Also in homemade sausage, omelettes, cheese and bean dishes. Dwarf version of the standard ariety. The main culinary varieties popular with onions for poultry stuffing and for flavouring rich meats like pork...

In use since Neolithic times, it was brought to Europe some 5,000 years ago and has naturalized there. Good King Henry forms clumps of dark green leaves, growing 60cm/2ft in height.

Difficult to germinate, rarely exceeding 50%; requires 30-90 days at 5°C/40°F to germinate. Medicinally more active than the previous species.

Flowers cherry-red. Similar to common white yarrow.

Gorizia gets its name from well-known author and herb specialist Tom DeBaggio, who introduced the variety while in Gorizia, Italy. Spread 4-5ft (120-150cm). Gorizia presents pale blue blossoms by late winter into summer.

A culinary staple, as its sweet resinous flavour is welcomed in savoury meats and baking. Spread 3-8ft (90-240cm). It has also been researched for its role in reducing obesity, hyperglycemia, and cardiovascular disease.

Attractive low bush for borders and edgings. Strong, pungent flavour.

The traditional rose-scented geranium with deeply cut leaves.