Common Name: Greek Oregano Latin Name: Origanum spp. Description: Greek oregano has a superior flavour to normal oregano. It has grey-green leaves which are slightly hairy and white whorls of flowers in late summer. Perennial. 50cm. Harvesting: Leaves can be harvested at any time and used fresh or dried. Best Results: During winter when the […]
Common Name: Oregano – Golden Latin Name: Oreganum vulgare ‘Aureum’ Description: Hardy, spreading ground cover with woody stems and leaves that turn deep yellow in full sun in summer. Perennial. 30cm. Harvesting: Best harvested in warmer months and used fresh. Best Results: Mound centre with organic compost in winter to encourage new growth in spring. […]
Common Name: Oregano Latin Name: Origanum vulgare Description: Small shrub with woody stems and oval, soft, hairy leaves. Tiny white flowers form in late summer. Perennial. 30cm. Harvesting: Leaves can be harvested at any time and used fresh or dried. Best Results: Mound centre with organic compost in winter to encourage new growth in spring. […]
Common Name: Nasturtium Latin Name: Tropaeolum majus Description: Hardy ground cover with spread of 3m. Stunning yellow and orange flowers. Dies down late spring but re-seeds in autumn. Perennial in warm climates. Part shade to full sun in moist, well drained soil. Annual. Height 40cm. Harvesting: Harvest leaves any time. Flower petals and seeds are […]
Common Name: Mizuna Latin Name: Brassica japonica Description: This is a vigorous Asian green that produces numerous stalks of dark, deeply indented leaves. It has a sweet, mild flavour similar to lettuce and it really is a must for any vegie patch. Annual. Height 30cm. Harvesting: Although this is an annual, it will last a […]
Common Name: Mint Lemon Latin Name: Mentha x piperata citrata Description: Flavoursome mint with light green leaves and lilac flower whorls in summer. Delicious lemon smell. Perennial. Height 30cm. Harvesting: Harvest leaves regularly as required. Best Results: Grow in full sun or part shade. Best grown in pots in premium potting mix as mint can […]
Common Name: Mint Basil Latin Name: Mentha sp. ‘Basil’ Description: Hardy mint with shiny round leaves and distinctive mint-basil aroma. Spreading perennial. Height 45cm. Harvesting: Harvest leaves regularly as required. Use fresh. Best Results: Grow in full sun or part shade. Best in pots in premium potting mix with regular water. Cut mints back hard […]
Common Name: Mint – Spearmint Latin Name: Mentha spicata viridis Description: Creeping herb with sweetly scented, spear shaped leaves and tiny whitish pink flowers. Sprawling but invasive habit makes it best grown in large tubs. Perennial. 70cm. Harvesting: Harvest at any time, use dried or fresh. Try freezing in ice blocks. Best Results: If rust […]
Common Name: Mint – Peppermint Latin Name: Mentha x piperita Description: Sweetly scented, bright green and purplish leaves with pinkish flowers. Sprawling but invasive habit makes it best grown in large tubs. Perennial. 50cm. Harvesting: Harvest at any time. Use fresh or freeze in ice blocks. Best Results: If rust appears or plant looks lanky, […]
Common Name: Mint – Ginger Latin Name: Mentha gentiles Description: Glossy green foliage with a deliciously refreshing ginger aroma. Invasive habit makes it best grown in large tubs. Perennial. 40cm. Harvesting: Harvest at any time and use fresh or try freezing in ice blocks to add to summer drinks. Best Results: If rust appears or […]
