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Seed Library: Herbs

Welcome to the Vernon Area Library Seed Library! Here you can find information on the seeds available this year and resources to help your garden grow.

Most herbs available in the Seed Library are non-GMO (not genetically modified) and organic. Click on the links for any herb to be taken to where the seed came from and to learn more about growing and germinating the seed.

Basil (Genovese)

Green basil leaves
Ocimum basilicum

Great for cooking and using in pesto
 

Learn more about planting and growing basil.

Dill (Bouquet)

Green Dill Fronds
Anethum graveolens

Great for sauces, salads, and pickle flavoring

Learn more about planting and growing dill.

Parsley (Giant from Italy)

Green parsley leaves
Petroselinum crispum

Favorite for use in stocks, soups, and sauces

Learn more about planting and growing parsley.

Catnip

Green catnip leaves
Nepeta cataria

Though known for being loved by cats, it can also be used for tea

Learn more about planting and growing catnip.

Lavender

Purple Lavender Flowers
Lavandula angustifolia 

Terrific for teas and baking
 

Learn more about planting and growing lavender.

Peppermint

Green peppermint leaves
Mentha × piperita

Popular in tea and candy making

Learn more about planting and growing peppermint.

Chamomile (German)


Matricaria recutita

Can be used as a landscaping border or for a calming tea
 

Learn more about planting and growing chamomile.

Marjoram

Green marjoram leaves
Origanum majorana

Commonly used in Italian cuisine

Learn more about planting and growing marjoram.

Sage

Green sage leaves
Salvia officinalis

Popular with poultry, fish, and salads

Learn more about planting and growing sage.

Cilantro

Green cilantro leaves
Coriandrum sativum

Use fresh leaves in cooking or save the seeds to use as a spice (coriander)

Learn more about planting and growing cilantro.

Oregano

Green oregano leaves
Origanum vulgare

Classic herb for pasta and pizza
 

Learn more about planting and growing oregano.

Thyme

Green thyme leaves
Thymus vulgaris

Great addition to soup, stews, and gumbos

Learn more about planting and growing thyme.