~Genesis 1: 29~
*Dill*
Hardy Annual. Aromatic. Full sun. Can tolerate partial shade. Small yellow flowers. Grows to a height of 2 to 3 feet. Native to the Mediterranean region. It is a fragile plant in that it does not stand up well without support. Plant close together with other herb plants that can support it. For maximum flavoring, wait until after the buds form but have not yet flowered.
{Use the leaves, seeds and flowers to flavor main dishes, eggs, vinegar, seafood, potatoes, butter and bread}
*Oregano*
Perennial. Full sun. Well drained soil. Likes warmth. Small white flowers. grows to height of 1 to 2 feet. Native to the Mediterranean region. Flor maximum flavoring, wait until after the buds form but have not yet flowered. Begin to use when the plant reaches 6-inches. Cut back to the lowest set of leaves.
{Oregano, with its hot and peppery taste, is used to flavor many Italian and Mexican main dishes. In addition, try it with eggs, yeast breads, marinated vegetables, roasted meats, fish and pork dishes}
*Italian Parsley*
Annual. Full sun. Can tolerate partial shade. Green leaves. Grows to a height of 1 to 2 feet.
{Italian Parsley can be used to flavor butter, salad dressing, many sauces, muffins, baked bread, stuffings and sauted` vegetables}
*Peppermint*
Perennial. Full sun. Can tolerate partial shade. Small white, purple or pink flowers. Purple leaves. Grows to a height of 1 to 3 feet. Mints should be planted in pots of their own as they have a tendency to take over.
{Mints have many uses. Mints can be used to flavor muffins, baked breads, jelly, soups, sauces, candy and tea}
*Rosemary*
Tender Perennial. Full sun. Well drained, slightly acidic soil. Blue flowers. Shrub can grow to a height of 3 to 5 feet. Native to the Mediterranean region. Can be grown in container or pot. Cut 4-inch pieces from the tips of the branches. Do not remove more than 20 percent of the plant.
{Rosemary can be used with vegetables, cheese, eggs, to flavor meats, sauces, soups, muffins, breads, vinegars, olive oil and salad dressings}
*Sage*
Perennial. Full sun. Likes warmth. Blue flowers. Evergreen shrub. Grows to a height of 2 feet. Can be grown in container or pot.{Sage can be used as a tea, in salads, baked goods, steamed vegetables, meets and cheese dishes, soups and as a rub for poultry and pork}
*Savory*
Annual. Full sun. Small pink flowers, Grows to a height of 1 foot.
{Savory can be used as a garnish, with meat dishes and soups}
*Sweet Marjoram*
Annual. Full sun. Small purple and white flowers. Grows to a height of 1 to 2 feet. For maximum flavoring, wait until after the buds form but have not yet flowered. Cut back down to the first two sets of leaves to promote new growth.
{Sweet Marjoram can be used in marinades, stuffing, sauces, soups, with vegetables, pasta, meat dishes, oils and vinegars}
*Thyme*
Perennial. Full sun. Small pink flowers. Small shrub. Grows to a height of 1 foot. Native of the Mediterranean region. For maximum flavoring, wait until after the buds form but have not yet flowered.
{Thyme can be used in marinades, stuffing, sauces, soups, clam chowder, butter, cheese, eggs, rice, as a rub for poultry and pork dishes, vegetables, oils and vinegars}
