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Hardy perennial. Height approx 16". Small, pale green leafed mint with a scent of banana. Used for flavouring summer drinks and fruit salads. Ideal for pots and tubs in a sunny or shady position.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 12'. Climbing, hardy herbaceous perennial with striking golden yellow leaves and hops. Fast growing. Hops used in brewing to flavour ales.

Hardy biennial. Height approx 6'. Stately culinary herb for the back of the border. Used to reduce acidity when stewing tart fruits. Self seeds after flowering

Hardy perennial. Height approx 30". Purple flowering, sweetly scented perennial with a flavour of liquorice. Flowers attract bumble bees.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 4'. Graceful perennial with fern-like leaves and small white flowers. Leaves have a strong aniseed scent and can be used in salads and when stewing tart fruit to reduce acidity and amounts of sugar. Prefers a moist soil. Popular herb which can be difficult to find.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 18". Sturdy growing mint with a scent of chocolate peppermints. Works well in pots and a good culinary mint for syrups and drinks.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 2'. (Centranthus) Well known popular red (and occasionally white) wild flower that grows well in dry soils and walls. Frequently seen at the coast. Attractive to butterflies. Not to be confused with true valerian - this plant is not medicinal.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 30". Popular easy to grow perennial herb with Lemon scented leaves. Works well in salads and sauces. Also used to make a relaxing bed time tea. Popular with honey bees.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 24". Very attractive golden variegated leaf version of this popular lemon scented herb.

Half-hardy perennial. Height approx 30". Classic culinary herb with a strong scent of lemon - used in teas and in baking. Makes a lovely scented pot plant and can be grown in conservatories where some frost protection is possible.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 12". Easy to grow herb with attractive veined leaves. Can be used in salads and soups in small amounts. Leaves have a zingy citrus/ bitter taste.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 12". Interesting rounded leaflets and red flower heads (Sanguisorba). Deep rooting and drought resistant. Unusually this herb is a soft leaved evergreen and can be used throughout the year. Leaves have a cucumber flavour and work well in salads and chopped into soft cheeses. Variegated variety sometimes available.

Half-hardy perennial. Height approx 5'. Salvia elegans. Delightful aromatic herb with a strong scent of pineapple. Red flowers in late summer. Requires winter protection and is ideal to grow in a large pot. Leaves can be used sparingly in baking to line a sponge cake tin and give a subtle flavour.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 18". Another popular mint with a zingy citrus flavour that is good to use in cold drinks and cocktails. Easy to grow and happy in a large pot.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 18". Strong growing mint with oval leaves and purple flowers. Similar to Black Mitcham mint. Traditionally mint was used as a cleanser in the home and is often added to bathwater.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 30". Also known as Costmary or Bible leaf. Leaves have a balsam-mint fragrance and are used in small quantities as a flavouring. Historical plant that was traditionally used in preserving ales. Small white/ yellow flowers.

Hardy perennial. Height approx. 8". Evergreen culinary herb with attractive pink flowers. Similar in appearance to Thyme but a longer lived plant. Works well around the edges of pots, tubs and low walls. Leaves used to flavour pulses, sausages and stuffings.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 26". Similar plant to standard rue but with a stronger blue tint to the leaves. Limited availability.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 26". Hardy evergreen shrub with a blue tint to the leaves and yellow flowers. Strongly scented with a hint of coconut. Certain skin types can blister if touched. Bitter flavour and rarely used in the kitchen. Take advice about use of this herb.

Hardy biennial. Height approx 18". Similar to curly parsley with a slightly stronger flavour. Can also be grown in pots and tubs provided they are deep. Leaves can be used in soups and sauces and as a garnish.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 6'. Tall growing herb with a strong scent and flavour that is similar to celery. Good to use in soups, stews and sauces. Prefers a rich soil and will grow happily in full sun or partial shade.

Hardy annual. Height approx 4'. Tall culinary herb - popular for use in fish dishes. Also makes a good cut flower.

Hardy annual. Height approx 6". Familiar bi-colour flowers that resemble little faces. Popular for use as an edging plant and for use in pots and baskets. We usually have a range of violas and pansies during the growing season.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 18" Delightful orange scented variety of Balm (Melissa). Easy to grow. Prefers a sunny position.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 6". Popular culinary herb with lemon scent to the leaves, some varieties have green, yellow or variegated leaves. Good for pots and tubs.

Hardy annual. Height approx 2'. Attractive blue star-shaped flowers and hairy leaves. Often used in soups, and young leaves and flowers can be used in salads. Prefers a sunny position.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 12". Silver leaves have a distinct scent of curry and can be used in stews. Native to Italy and southern Europe. The yellow flowers can be used in dried flower arrangements and the oil from the flowers is used as a fixative in the perfume industry. Copes in drier conditions.

Half-hardy perennial. Height approx 5'. Similar properties to Pineapple sage with leaves having a fascinating scent of tangerine. Smaller leaves and attractive red flowers.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 2'. Also known as bee balm or Monarda and is famous for its use in teas. Native to America and not always easy to grow - prefers a rich moisture retentive soil.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 8". Easy to grow spreading plant with small wild (alpine) strawberries in late spring and summer. Flowers are a good pollinator. Also works well in pots and baskets. The little fruit can be frozen in ice cubes to add to drinks and cocktails.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 18". Leaves have a striking scent of Strawberry! Has a smaller leaves than other mints but similar properties.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 18". Attractive variegated green and white leaves and a slightly trailing habit make this a good mint for pots and tubs. Similar flavour to Applemint but with a hint of pineapple. Can be a little slower growing - particularly at the start of the season, leaves often then remain into winter.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 18". Traditional garden mint (similar to English Lamb Mint). Easy to grow but prefers rich moist soil and benefits from regular feeding and mulching if it is grown in a pot.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 24". Popular culinary herb - Applemint is a strong sturdy growing variety with larger leaves and mauve flowers. Good for making a traditional mint sauce.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 6". Traditional culinary thyme with green leaves and pink flowers. Many culinary uses. Prefers a well drained soil in a sunny position.

Half-hardy perennial. Height approx 3'. Fast growing tender perennial herb with a hot and pungent taste - popular in Thai and Vietnamese cuisines. Requires warm and humid conditions.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 5'. Well known and popular herb as a flavouring in the kitchen. Prefers a well drained soil in a sheltered sunny position. Evergreen leaves and attractive blue flowers early in the year.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 24". Very attractive mint with pale green leaves with a yellow variegation. Hint of ginger in the flavour and can be used in drinks and salads. Colourful and very popular!

Hardy perennial. Height approx 6". Excellent edging plant for the herb garden with attractive yellow leaves and pink flowers. Used in sauces and works well in tomato dishes.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 18". Tall green leaves and white flowers. Can be grown in the ground or in a large deep pot. Popular condiment is made from the large white root.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 8". Pretty, low growing hardy, ground covering herbaceous herb with attractive white flowers through late spring. Traditionally grown as a strewing herb and for making bedding more fragrant. Prefers a shady, cool location.

Half-hardy annual. Height approx 6". Well known annual grown in borders, pots and tubs with decorative flowers of bright red, yellow and orange. All the plant is edible and leaves and flowers are often used in salads.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 6". Various varieties available in the season - often has a lemon scent - depending on the variety. Excellent to use in pots and tubs.

Half-hardy perennial. Height approx 2'. Popular culinary herb which is often used in Chicken and fish dishes. Ideal to grow in pots and give protection from heavy frost. Russian Tarragon also often available - this is a hardy version of Tarragon though the aroma and taste is weaker.

Half-hardy annual. Height approx 10". The quintessential kitchen herb — rich, clove-scented leaves for pasta, salads and pesto. Various varieties usually available in high summer.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 3'. Attractive purple leaves and culinary uses as green sage. Can be short lived and difficult to establish - limited availability.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 3'. Familiar culinary herb with attractive green and yellow leaves. Looks lovely in pots and containers but can be short lived.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 3'. Standard culinary sage with grey leaves and blue flowers. Prefers a sunny position and well drained soil. Strong flavour for use in stews and stuffing.

Half-hardy perennial. Height approx 3'. Salvia microphylla. Popular variety of Salvia with strong scent of blackcurrant to the leaves. Many shades and flower colours including "Hot Lips", cherise and purple. Limited culinary uses other than in teas.

Hardy biennial. Height approx 12". Curly emerald green leaves and distinctive flavour. Prefers a rich soil and has a deep root. Chopped leaves are popular in salads, soups and sauces.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 6". White flowers and grey green leaves. Spicy hot Oregano kick to the leaves - excellent in pastas, pizzas and tomato sauces.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 10". Similar to golden marjoram but with green leaves and attractive purple flowers which also dry well.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 2'. Bushy semi-evergreen perennial which is popular for cleansing, medicinal and flavouring properties. Blue flowers in summer and strong tea like scent from its aromatic leaves.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 4'. Aniseed flavour herb that is commonly used with fish and vegetable dishes. Bronze fennel provides a highly decorative feature in the herb garden.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 18". Member of the Achillea family. Finely divided aromatic green leaves and many small cream daisy like flowers. Prefers a sunny position and works well in tubs and pots.

Hardy annual. Height approx 12". Ancient culinary herb with small green leaves, white flowers and seeds that are popular to use in curries and soups. Usually regarded as the most popular herb in the world. Generally short lived and available in the summer months.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 10". Classic culinary herb from the Allium family. Pale purple flowers through the summer. Mild onion flavour. Makes an excellent garnish for salads, potatoes and cream cheese.

Hardy perennial. Height approx 30". Popular culinary herb with strong Lemon scent. Golden leaf variety works well as a feature plant in pots and displays.