If you've never had arugula, think of it as spinach with an attitude. An easy-to-grow leafy green, arugula is one of the most prolific cool-season leafy greens you could plant. Trim regularly for tender, pleasantly peppery greens that are a...

Large pompom flowers on plants that regularly reach over 2 feet tall. Aztec marigolds, Tagetes erecta, are some of the quintessential garden marigolds your grandmother planted to keep rabbits our of your vegetables. Aztec marigolds are long-lasting cut flowers, can...

Perfect for container gardening, the upright growth habit of this variety allows for high productivity with a small footprint. The smaller leaves of this variety are great for cooking, and the plant's reluctance to flower ensures that all energy is...

This all-purple version of the Italian classic is just as decorative in the garden as it is useful in the kitchen. Bred in the 1950s at UCONN, Dark Opal basil is the perfect contrast to green basil. It even has...

This classic Italian heirloom is ideal for cooking and pesto! The flowers are also edible and make great garnishes. This is the basil by which all other basil are compared.

An intense citrus-y aroma makes this basil a great choice for chilled dishes and drinks like ice cream or lemonade. Additionally leaves can be steeped in hot water alone or with mint for a wonderful herbal tea. Another name for...

Unlimited flavoring potential, itty-bitty planting space! This dwarf basil is a must-have for countertop herb planters, patio vegetable gardening, or anyone looking for a high-impact but low-maintenance bedding plant. Maxing out at just over 1' tall, these plants have a...

The essential basil of  Vietnamese Pho, Thai curry and other much loved standouts from the Asian culinary scene.. Thai basil has a strong clove scent which provides a fun twist in pesto.  Additionally, this variety is a standout in the...

Form meets function in this lovely edible flower. Blooming in shades of yellow and orange from spring to frost, Calendula flowers are edible which makes them great ornamental additions to herb and vegetable gardens. Use the petals (fresh or dried)...

Nepeta cataria. Vigorous plant that grows well in containers or gardens, this is the classic catnip that will drive your house cats wild. This plant is in the mint family, so it also makes a delicious addition to teas and...

An excellent addition to the herb garden, chives are perennial locally in zone 5 and will amaze you with their beautiful and edible lavender blooms each spring. Deadhead to minimize reseeding. 

Very aromatic and impossible to miss. Both the leaves and flowers are suitable for flavoring a variety of fresh dishes or all your canning favorites. Hello homemade dill pickles! Use fresh, dry foliage for use in the winter, Deadhead before...