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HERB SEEDS
The following listed herb seeds will give you when, where and how to plant those seeds. These listed are fairly easy to grow-so enjoy.
Anise
Time needed to reach transplant size: does not transplant well
When to sow outdoors: after last spring frost
Days to maturity: 75 days
Growing tips: plant in a protected spot, sheltered from wind
Basil
Propagation methods: seeds, transplants, and cuttings
Time needed to reach transplant size: 6-8 weeks
When to transplant to garden: after last spring frost
When to sow outdoors: after last spring frost
Approx. germination time: 5 days
Germination temp.: 70 degrees F.
Days to maturity: 85 days
Growing tips: pinch the centers as plants grow to encourage bushiness.
..more info on basil...
Borage
When to sow outdoors: 1-2 weeks before last spring frost
Approx. germination time: 5 days
Days to maturity: 80 days
Pests: Japanese beetles
Growing tips: sow outdoors every 4 weeks for a steady harvest of fresh leaves and flowers; self-sows readily.
..more info on borage...
Burnet
Propagation methods: seeds, division, and cuttings
Time needed to reach transplant size: 6-10 weeks
When to transplant to garden: after last spring frost
When to sow outdoors: after last spring frost
Approx. germination time: 8-10 days
Growing tips: makes a good container plant; self-sows readily in garden
Caraway
Propagation methods: seeds and cuttings
Time needed to reach transplant size: 4-6 weeks
When to transplant to garden: after last spring frost
When to sow outdoors: after last spring frost
Approx. germination time: 14 days
Days to maturity: 70 days
Growing tips: use fresh seed for best results; best direct-sown
because plants develop a taproot; sows readily in garden.
Catnip
Propagation methods: seeds and cuttings
Time needed to reach transplant size: 6-10 weeks
When to transplant to garden: after last spring frost
When to sow outdoors: after last spring frost
Approx. germination time: 7-10 days
Germination temp.: 60-70 degrees F.
Days to maturity: 80 days
Growing tips: grow plants in pots buried to the rim to prevent unwanted spreading
..more info on catnip...
Chamomile
Propagation methods: seeds, division, and cuttings
Time needed to reach transplant size: 4-8 weeks
When to transplant to garden: after last spring frost
When to sow outdoors: after last spring frost
Approx. germination time: 10 days
Germination temp.: 70 degrees F.
Growing tips: makes a nice ground cover; self-sows readily
..more info on chamomile...
Chervil
Propagation methods: seeds
Time needed to reach transplant size: does not transplant well
When to sow outdoors: 3-4 weeks before last spring frost
Approx. germination time: 14 days
Germination temp.: 55 degrees F.
Growing tips: use leaves like parsley; self-sows readily
..more info on chervil...
Chives
Propagation methods: seeds and division
Time needed to reach transplant size: 8-10 weeks
When to transplant to garden: 3-4 weeks before last spring frost
When to sow outdoors: 3-4 weeks before last spring frost
Approx. germination time: 10-14 days
Germination temp.: 60-70 degrees F.
Days to maturity: 80 days
Growing tips: remove spent blossoms; self-sows readily.
..more info on chives...
Coriander
Propagation methods: seeds
Time needed to reach transplant size: does not transplant well
When to sow outdoors: after last spring frost
Approx. germination time: 10 days
Germination temp.: 60 degrees F.
Days to maturity: 90 days
Growing tips: herb is known as cilantro if grown for its leaves
..more info on coriander...
Dill
Propagation methods: seeds
Time needed to reach transplant size: does not transplant well
When to sow outdoors: 4-5 weeks before last spring frost
Approx. germination time: 21-25 days
Germination temp.: 60-70 degrees F.
Days to maturity: 70 days
Growing tips: seeds need light to germinate
..more info on dill...
Fennel
Propagation methods: seeds
Time needed to reach transplant size: 4-6 weeks
When to transplant to garden: after last spring frost
When to sow outdoors: after last spring frost
Days to maturity: 90 days
Growing tips: plants may need support, especially when in flower
Horehound
Propagation methods: seeds and division
Time needed to reach transplant size: 6-8 weeks
When to transplant to garden: 3-4 weeks before last spring frost
When to sow outdoors: 3-4 weeks before last spring frost
Days to maturity: 75 days
Growing tips: good in containers; self-sows readily
Hyssop
Propagation methods: seeds, division, and cuttings
Time needed to reach transplant size: 6-8 weeks
When to transplant to garden: 3-4 weeks before last spring frost
When to sow outdoors: 3-4 weeks before last spring frost
Growing tips: plants eventually become woody, so bed needs to be renewed every 3-4 years
Lavender
Propagation methods: seeds and cuttings
Time needed to reach transplant size: 8-12 weeks
When to transplant to garden: 1-2 weeks before last spring frost
When to sow outdoors: 1-2 weeks before last spring frost
Days to maturity: 60 days
Growing tips: flowers are very fragrant and make good landscape plants when planted in groups
Lemon Balm
Propagation methods: seeds, division, and cuttings
Time needed to reach transplant size: 6-10 weeks
When to transplant to garden: 2-3 weeks before last spring frost
When to sow outdoors: 2-3 weeks before last spring frost
Approx. germination time: 14-21 days
Germination temp.: 70 degrees F.
Growing tips: seeds need light to germinate; self-sows readily
Lovage
Propagation methods: seeds and division
Time needed to reach transplant size: 6-8 weeks
When to transplant to garden: 2-3 weeks before last spring frost
When to sow outdoors: 2-3 weeks before last spring frost
Approx. germination time: 10-20 days
Germination temp.: 70 degrees F.
Diseases: leaf miners
Growing tips: use fresh seeds for best germination
Marjoram
Propagation methods: seeds
Time needed to reach transplant size: 6-10 weeks
When to transplant to garden: after last spring frost
When to sow outdoors: after last spring frost
Approx. germination time: 8-14 days
Germination temp.: 70 degrees F.
Days to maturity: 70 days
Growing tips: light improves germination; plant is quite frost-sensitive.
Oregano
Propagation methods: seeds, root division, and cuttings
Time needed to reach transplant size: 6-10 weeks
When to transplant to garden: after last spring frost
When to sow outdoors: after last spring frost
Approx. germination time: 8-14 days
Germination temp.: 70 degrees F.
Pests: aphids, leaf miners, spider mites
Diseases: fungal diseases, root rot
Parsley
Propagation methods: seeds
Time needed to reach transplant size: 10-12 weeks
When to transplant to garden: 3-4 weeks before last spring frost
When to sow outdoors: 3-4 weeks before last spring frost
Approx. germination time: 21 days
Germination temp.: 70 degrees F.
Days to maturity: 75 days
Pests: carrot weevils, nematodes, parsley worms
Diseases: crown rot
Growing tips: soak seeds for 48 hours to speed germination; usually grown as an annual.
Peppermint
Propagation methods: division and cuttings
Pests: aphids, cutworms, grasshoppers, root borers, flea beetles, spider mites, root weevils
Diseases: anthracnose, rust, verticillium wilt
Growing tips: mint is very invasive and is best planted in pots sunk up to their rims in the ground
Rosemary
Propagation methods: seeds, division, cuttings, and layering
Time needed to reach transplant size: 8-10 weeks
When to transplant to garden: after last spring frost
When to sow outdoors: after last spring frost
Approx. germination time: 21 days
Germination temp.: 70 degrees F.
Days to maturity: 85 days
Pests: aphids, mealybugs, scale, spider mites, whiteflies
Diseases: botrytis, root rot
Growing tips: germination is often erratic
Sage
Propagation methods: seeds, division, cuttings, and layering
Time needed to reach transplant size: 6-10 weeks
When to transplant to garden: 1-2 weeks before last spring frost
When to sow outdoors: 1-2 weeks before last spring frost
Approx. germination time: 21 days
Germination temp.: 60-70 degrees F.
Days to maturity: 75 days
Pests: slugs, spittlebugs, spider mites
Diseases: root rot, wilt
Growing tips: well-drained soil is a must; many varieties available, such as purple, golden, variegated, and tricolor
Summer Savory
Propagation methods: seeds and cuttings
Time needed to reach transplant size: 4-6 weeks
When to transplant to garden: after last spring frost
When to sow outdoors: after last spring frost
Approx. germination time: 10-15 days
Germination temp.: 70 degrees F.
Days to maturity: 60 days
Growing tips: light promotes germination, which is often erratic
Winter Savory
Propagation methods: seeds and cuttings
Time needed to reach transplant size: 4-6 weeks
When to transplant to garden: after last spring frost
When to sow outdoors: after last spring frost
Approx. germination time: 20 days
Germination temp.: 70 degrees F.
Days to maturity: 70 days
Growing tips: light promotes germination, which is often erratic
Spearmint
Propagation methods: division and cuttings
Time needed to reach transplant size: not recommended
Pests: aphids, cutworms, grasshoppers, root borers, flea beetles, spider mites, root weevils
Diseases: anthracnose, rust, verticillium wilt
Growing tips: mint is very invasive and is best planted in pots sunk up to their rims in the ground
Tarragon
Propagation methods: seeds and cuttings
Time needed to reach transplant size: not recommended
Diseases: mildew, root rot
Growing tips: flowers rarely open fully, and are usually sterile
Thyme
Propagation methods: seeds, division, cuttings, and layering
Time needed to reach transplant size: 6-10 weeks
When to transplant to garden: 2-3 weeks before last spring frost
When to sow outdoors: 2-3 weeks before last spring frost
Approx. germination time: 21-28 days
Germination temp.: 70 degrees F.
Days to maturity: 70 days
Growing tips: pinch back new growth to encourage bushiness
Woodruff
Propagation methods: seeds and division
Time needed to reach transplant size: not recommended (best from division; difficult to start from seed)
Growing tips: partial shade and humus-rich soil is a must
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