Ferry-Morse Organic Herb Seeds
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2012 Organic Herb & Flower Seeds
Organic Basil Seeds
Genovese
250MG
Annual herb. This large leaf type originated in Italy where it was selected for its flavor in making pesto. These productive plants belong in every herb garden. Easy to grow. Use leaves fresh or dry for seasoning. Great for a dramatic background.
Five to 10 days for germination. Start seed indoors near a sunny window or under a fluorescent plant grow light 6 weeks before transplanting to the garden. Or, sow in garden in full sun when frost danger is over and ground is warm. Performs best in rows 2 feet apart.
Thin if planted outdoors, or transplant if started indoors to one plant every 10 inches when plants are a few inches tall.
Use leaves fresh or dry for seasoning. Great for dramatic background.
Certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers. All Ferry-Morse Organic Seeds are certified 100% organic in complete accordance with the organic standards established by the United States Department of Agriculture.
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Organic Basil Seeds
Sweet
250MG
Annual herb. The leaves of this attractive herb have a spicy flavor which makes green salads, tomato and cheese dishes, soups and omelets extra delicious. The entire plant has a pleasing aroma. Good companion for tomato plants.
Five to 10 days for germination. Start seed indoors near a sunny window or under a fluorescent plant grow light 6 weeks before transplanting to the garden. Or, sow in garden in full sun when frost danger is over and ground is warm. Performs best in rows 2 feet apart.
Thin if planted outdoors, or transplant if started indoors to one plant every 10 inches when plants are a few inches tall.
Remove flower buds to encourage leaf growth. Begin harvesting all but 2 or 3 leaves at the base of each branch before flowers bloom. Preserve leaves by drying or freezing.
Certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers. All Ferry-Morse Organic Seeds are certified 100% organic in complete accordance with the organic standards established by the United States Department of Agriculture.
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Organic Basil Seeds
Dark Opal Purple
200MG
Annual herb. Distinctive, deep purple foliage, wonderful fragrance. Lovely in the flower garden. Or use it in flavored vinegar, as a garnish, or fresh in salads.
Fourteen to 21 days for germination. After all danger of frost, sow seeds in open ground well exposed. Cover with 1/4 inch of soil. Or start indoors 6 six weeks before the last frost.
Thin plants to 10 inches apart when they are 2 inches tall.
Great for a dramatic background combined with orange marigolds and blue ageratum. Or use as sweet basil.
Use leaves fresh or dry for seasoning. Great for a dramatic garden background.
Certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers. All Ferry-Morse Organic Seeds are certified 100% organic in complete accordance with the organic standards established by the United States Department of Agriculture.
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Organic Cat Grass Seeds
(Monido Oats)
16.5G
Annual herb. Your cats will love this! These organic oats sprout quickly and the cats will start playing and nibbling on them as soon as they sprout. This is a terrific way to bring the outdoors inside for your pet in the winter. A flat bottomed bowl or tray is suggested as all cats will enjoy lying in and eating this grass.
Seven to 14 days for germination. Seed can be started indoors any time of year. Cover seed with soil and water well. Until seed germinates, keep planter covered with clear glass or plastic. Cat grass has to be replanted when it starts turning yellow. For best results, keep trimmed to 3 inches tall.
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Organic Catnip Seeds
500MG
Perennial herb. This plant, which is one of the mint family, takes its name because of its particular attraction for cats. Young leaves and shoots also impart lemony-mintness to everyday cooking and to catnip tea. Can also be grown for bee forage.
Eight to 12 days for germination. Sow directly in the garden in full sun in ordinary well-drained soil. Thin plants to 20 inches apart when they are 2 inches tall. Pinch back the tops of the shoots for bushy plants when the buds appear.
Harvest by cutting off the top leaves and flowers when the flowers begin to open in early summer. Expect 3 harvests in a normal year.
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Organic Chives
Seeds
840MG
Perennial herb. The hollow, thin leaves have a delicate flavor much like very mild onions. Delicious in salads and for flavoring soups and omelets. Because of the plants attractive cloverlike blossoms, they are often used for edging flowerbeds.
Fifteen to 21 days for germination. Start seed indoors in a sunny location or under fluorescent grow lights six weeks before transplanting outdoors. Or, sow in the garden in a sunny location in rich, well-drained soil. Performs best in rows 12 inches apart. Thin plants to 6inches apart when they are 2 inches tall. Leaves can be harvested 4 months after sowing, then cut often.
Continual harvesting ensures denser growth. If you prefer a very mild taste, harvest while in bloom. Excellent for indoor windowsill garden.
Certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers. All Ferry-Morse Organic Seeds are certified 100% organic in complete accordance with the organic standards established by the United States Department of Agriculture.
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Organic Chives Seeds
Garlic
(Allium Tuberosum)
440MG
Perennial herb. Distinguished by white ball-shaped flowers which grow in clusters above the tips on the spear-like flat leaves. Clip leaves for use as seasonings in salads, cheese and egg dishes, gravies and soups for a delicate onion or garlic flavor.
Fifteen to 21 days for germination. Start seed indoors in a sunny location or under fluorescent grow lights six weeks before transplanting outdoors. Or, sow in the garden in a sunny location in rich, well-drained soil. Performs best in rows 12 inches apart. Thin plants to 6inches apart when they are 2 inches tall. Leaves can be harvested 4 months after sowing, then cut often.
For fresh supply for winter, bring clumps indoors in containers. Usually used fresh but can be preserved by drying or freezing. Excellent for indoor windowsill gardens.
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Organic Cilantro / Coriander Seeds
45MG
Annual herb. The plant is Cilantro while the seeds are Coriander. The leaves have a distinctive flavor and are used as a garnish in salads and soups. The seed is used in meat and seafood dishes, as well as a condiment for flavoring bread, cookies and cakes.
Seven to 10 days for germination. Sow directly in full sun after all danger of frost is past. For best results, plant in rows 12 inches apart. Thin plants to 6 inches apart when 2 inches tall.
Harvest seeds in late summer by cutting seed heads when ripe. Spread seed heads on trays to dry in the sun. Thresh by hand and store in jars. The seeds odor dissipates in storage.
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Organic Dill Seeds
Bouquet
1.60G
Annual herb. An easy-to-grow herb. Green or dried seed clusters are used primarily in making dill pickles. Fresh young leaves are used for flavoring salads, soups, meat and fish. The plant is highly aromatic and bears large, yellow flower heads.
Seven to 14 days for germination. Sow directly in the garden in well-drained soil in a sunny location. Performs best in rows 9 inches apart. Thin plants to 9 inches when they are 2 inches tall. The seeds can be harvested when the lower part of a seed cluster is ripe.
Harvest leaves just as the flowers open. To preserve leaves, dry them slowly at 100 degrees Fahrenheit. For seeds, hang clusters in warm, dry place with tray beneath to catch seeds.
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Organic Oregano Seeds
(Origanum Vulgare)
150MG
Perennial herb. This bushy plant produces leaves that are an essential ingredient in Italian and Spanish dishes. Also used in salads, stews, stuffings, egg and cheese dishes, and with fish. Similar to Marjoram but with sharper fragrance and flavor.
Eight to 14 days for germination. Start seed indoors in a sunny location or under fluorescent plant grow lights 6 weeks before transplanting outside. Or, sow in ordinary, well-drained soil in full sun after danger of frost is past. Performs best in rows 18 inches apart. Thin or transplant plants to 12 inches apart when they are 2 inches tall. Pick leaves as needed.
Encourage foliage by removing flowers as they appear. For drying, cut just before flowers open. Oregano will thrive as a potted plant.
Certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers. All Ferry-Morse Organic Seeds are certified 100% organic in complete accordance with the organic standards established by the United States Department of Agriculture.
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Organic Parsley Seeds
Moss Curled
1.25G
Biennial herb. Highly decorative, both in the garden and for garnishing. Use leaves in salads, casseroles and omelets. Sweetens breath after eating onions or garlic. Parsley's flavor improves with successive cuttings.
Patience is necessary when growing parsley from seed, 21 to 28 days for germination. For earlier harvest, start indoors. Or after all danger of frost, sow directly outdoors. Thin or transplant when a few inches tall.
For later use, freeze leaves or dry them in the shade. Interplant parsley with roses and tomatoes to enhance vigor of both. Soak seeds overnight in warm water to speed germination.
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Organic Sage Seeds
Broad Leaf
960MG
Perennial herb. The most popular of all herbs for seasoning because of its mildly pungent flavor and pleasant aroma. May be used fresh or dried in stuffing and in pork or cheese dishes. The attractive plant can be used for grey accents in the flower garden.
Ten to 20 days for germination. Start seeds indoors in a sunny location or under fluorescent plant grow lights 6 weeks before transplanting outdoors. Or, sow directly in the garden in ordinary, well-drained soil in full sun after danger of frost has passed. Thin or transplant plants to 12 inches apart when they are 2 inches tall. Pick leaves as needed.
Cut flowers when they have just opened and the scent is the strongest. Dry on screen in shade. Excellent in flower arrangements.
Certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers. All Ferry-Morse Organic Seeds are certified 100% organic in complete accordance with the organic standards established by the United States Department of Agriculture.
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Organic Sunflower Seeds
Mammoth
8.40G
Summer annual. Stately sunflowers with enormous heads, more than 1 foot across, provide spectacular beauty first, then seeds for roasting or birdfeed. Each plant bears one huge, eye-catching bloom. Easy to grow. Kansas state flower.
Fourteen to 21 days for germination. After all danger of frost, sow seeds in open ground well exposed. Cover with 1 inch of soil. When plants are 4 inches tall, thin. Sunflowers need lots of water.
Excellent for tall blooming backgrounds and screens for unsightly places. Harvest seed by cutting flower heads when backs yellow, then hang downward in a warm dry place.
Certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers. All Ferry-Morse Organic Seeds are certified 100% organic in complete accordance with the organic standards established by the United States Department of Agriculture.
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Organic Thyme Seeds
Common
(Thymus Vulgaris)
230MG
Perennial herb. The leaves have a marked, but agreeable aroma and pungent flavor. They are used fresh or dried for seasoning clam chowder and other fish soups, as well as stews, sauces and meat dishes. Thyme is noted for attracting bees.
Eight to 20 days for germination. Start seeds indoors in a sunny location or under a fluorescent plant light 6 weeks before transplanting outdoors. Or, sow in the garden in ordinary, well-drained soil in full sun after danger of frost is past and the soil has warmed. Thin if planted outdoors, or transplant if started indoors, to 1 plant every 8 inches when plants are a few inches tall.
For drying leaves, cut entire plant to 2 inches above ground just before it flowers in early summer. Dry leaves in the shade. Thyme will thrive as a potted plant.
Certified organic by California Certified Organic Farmers. All Ferry-Morse Organic Seeds are certified 100% organic in complete accordance with the organic standards established by the United States Department of Agriculture.
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