Herbs

Patchouli

Plant Specifications Pogostemon heyneanus. Tender Perennial. Morning to Partial Sun (‘cool’ sun) Height; 2’ Width 2’ A native of East India, this luxuriant perennial herb does well in warm, tropical climates. The plant has stems that have square shapes and bears soft, elliptical leaves that emit an aroma when rubbed. Creates spikes that bear whorls …

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Curly Parsley

Plant Specifications Petroselinum crispum var. crispum. Half day Sun. bi-annual. Height: 1’ to 1’6”. An herb that does better in the Fall due to the hot sun in south Texas. The curly leaf parsley is preferred by others because of its more decorative appearance in garnishing. It has finely cut, ruffled, deep-green leaves held on …

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Italian Parsley

Plant Specifications Or Flat Leaf Parsley. Petroselinum crispum var. neapolitanum. Full Sun to Partly Sun. Annual. Height: 1’ to 1’6”. Italian parsley grows in a beautiful, rounded mound of bright green feathery foliage and is perfectly at home in the perennial border or flower bed. It has bright green leaves that resemble celery. The flat …

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Mexican Oregano

Plant Specifications Poliomintha maderensis. Perennial. Full Sun. Height: 36-48” Also referred to as Madrean Rosemary, Rosemary Mint and Lavender Spice, This is a heat hardy evergreen shrub with an aromatic scent. Profuse pale lavender blooms explode during mid-summer. In the Garden Mexican Oregano is a lot different than other types of oregano. It doesn’t look, …

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Pulchellum Oregano

Plant Specifications Origanum pulchellum. Hardy Perennial. Full to Partial Sun. Height: 8″ – 10″ Width: up to 14” Silvery, fuzzy leaves grow in clumps. In the Garden Beautiful in flower gardens and containers. This silvery plant blooms in south Texas May through July, sending out clusters of delicate, hops-leaf-like purple flowers. When in blooming, harvest …

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Rosenkuppel Oregano

Plant Specifications Origanum laevigatum ‘Rosenkuppel’. Perennial. Sun. Height: 12-16” Primarily an ornamental oregano, it makes a sprawling clump of dark green and burgundy leaves that explode with rich lavender blooms in mid-summer. It is winter hardy and has an aromatic scent. In the Garden This beautiful Oregano thrives in well-drained soil in a Sunny spot. …

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Kent Beauty Oregano

Plant Specifications Oreganum Kent Beauty. Half Day Sun. Perennial. Height: 6” A compact oregano, perfect for containers. In the Garden Kent Beauty Oregano should be planted in well-drained soil and should receive plenty of sun since the color of the flower bracts is dependent on the amount of sunlight. You should water this plant routinely …

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Italian Oregano

Plant Specifications Oreganum oregano (sp) Full Sun. Hardy Perennial. Height: 24” A Spreader. Needs well drained, moist soil, but can handle dryer conditions. Most popular culinary oreganos to cook with. In the Garden Italian Oregano is a rapidly growing herb that needs routine pruning to inhibit invasive growth. It requires a well drained soil and …

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