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Chamomile - German
The Chamomile German, 'Matricaria recutita', has a wonderful apple fragrance for your garden, pot pourris, and dried flower arrangements. This is one of the herbs the world loves the best. The German Chamomile is a wonderfully scented herb that is a nice addition to your flower or herb garden. Herbs are reputed to be excellent companion crops because old time gardeners say they enhance growth of plants like cucumbers. German Chamomile has 3/4 inch white flowers with an apple scented, yellow center. The feathery foliage produces late spring and mid summer blossoms. Chamomile is primarily used as a tea made from the dried flowers. It is used in baths and as hair rinses. The foliage is used for scenting houses and in pot pourris, dried flower arrangements and wreaths. Plant in early spring as soon as the ground can be worked. The soil should be well drained. ... find out more
Shiso Perilla - Green aoshiso The incredible flavor has been described as curry-like and a combination of cumin, cilantro, and parsley, with a hint of cinnamon. The crushed leaves smell like lemon balm. Herbalists claim Shiso has antibiotic qualities and is the one reason it is used with sushi. In salads, the leaves add a very unique flavor. The Shiso is also an excellent container plant. Plant in the spring after the last average frost date. |
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