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Dill
Matures in 50 days

Dill is easy to grow with attractive feathery foliage that can be added to dips and is especially complimentary to fish dishes. The herb is self-seeding, so expect volunteer plants in subsequent seasons. Also expect some beautiful flying visitors to your garden, as dill is a favorite food of the caterpillar that becomes the monarch butterfly. Seeds can be rubbed clean, air-dried and stored in small glass jars until needed.
1/4 oz.......020-10212............$2.29

Basil
Matures in 45 days
Basil is one of the most popular and often used herbs. It is considered a must in sauces that include tomatoes. Basil is also a key ingredient in pesto, a tasty green sauce for pasta. Besides being wonderfully aromatic, the lush dark green leaves are a nice contrast in the vegetable or flower garden. The herb can be easily preserved by drying or freezing in tomato juice cubes, layering with olive oil or in vinegars.
1/4 oz.......020-10217............$2.29

Coriander (CILANTRO)
Matures in 42 days
Coriander and cilantro are actually the same herb. In seed form, it is called coriander and is one of the oldest known herbs. It is a common ingredient in East Indian and Chinese cuisine. When crushed, the seeds are also tasty baked into breads. The foliage is referred to as Chinese parsley or cilantro, and is an essential spice in Mexican dishes and salsa. Coriander does extra duty attracting bees and other pollinators. To harvest the seeds gather as soon as brown, but before they have begun to scatter. Dry them well so they will not be bitter, then store in jars. The leaves do not dry well but may be frozen in freezer bags.
1/4 oz.......020-10215............$2.29

Forest Green Parsley
Matures in 70 days
Leaves are finely cut with a triple curl, making it superior for garnish. Plants are erect and vigorous.
1/4 oz........020-10211............$1.99

Parsley seeds are very fine and are easier to sow when mixed with sand or even dried coffee grounds. Cover very lightly in early spring. Germination is very slow, but keeping soil moist will speed it somewhat. Parsley responds well to a high nitrogen fertilizer especially after cutting and early in the season. It also benefits from ample moisture. Cut often to encourage growth and bushiness. Parsley has high amounts of Vitamins A, C and E and a significant amount of iron, making it more valuable than just a garnish.