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Balm, Lemon

Herbs
Balm, Lemon

Growing guide

Pinch out growing tips to encourage bushy plants. Cut back
after flowering for new growth and prevent stems becoming
woody. Leaves die back to soil level in winter

GROW PLANT
	

Suggested species: Melissa officinalis (botanical name)

Sow seed 0.1cm deep in pots and transplant seedlings 45cm
apart. Can also dig up and split established plants in spring or
autumn. Choose well drained soil in sunny site

Equipment needed
None

Pick strongly lemon scented leaves before flowers open for
use fresh or drying. Flowers are also edible with sweet lemon
flavour. Will crop year after year

EAT
J

Herbs

Spring Term
F
M

Sow indoors	

A

Summer Term
M
J
J

Sow outdoors	

2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot

A

Plant out/transplant	

Autumn/Winter Term
S
O
N
D

Harvest	

Use cloche

Easy!

Average growing period
From 12 weeks

Germination time
7-14 days
Average plant size
Up to 75cm tall, 45cm wide
Family group to grow with
Lamiaceae: mint, thyme
Seed saving group
1 - (Perennial, self-pollinating)
Key nutritional content
Fresh addition to recipes
Basil

Herbs
Basil

Growing guide

Keep well watered. Regularly pinch out growing tips to
encourage bushy plants and delay flowering. Can grow in
greenhouses or on a windowsill year round

GROW PLANT
	

Suggested species: Ocimum basilcum (botanical name)

Sow seed 0.1cm deep in pots. Keep seedlings well ventilated and
not too wet.Transplant 30cm apart when 5-10cm tall. Choose
fertile soil in sunny sheltered site

Equipment needed
None

Pick young leaves for use fresh or store by freezing, drying, or
infusing flavour by submerging leaves in olive oil. Purple leaved
varieties have less intense flavour

EAT
J

Herbs

Spring Term
F
M

Sow indoors	

A

Summer Term
M
J
J

Sow outdoors	

2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot

A

Plant out/transplant	

Autumn/Winter Term
S
O
N
D

Harvest	

Use cloche

Give it a go…

Average growing period
From 12 weeks

Germination time
5-10 days
Average plant size
45cm tall, 30cm wide
Family group to grow with
Lamiaceae: lemon balm, sage
Seed saving group
1 - Annual, self-pollinating
Key nutritional content
Fresh: calcium, iron, vit. A, vit. C
Bay

Herbs
Bay

Herbs
Suggested species: Laurus nobilis (botanical name)

	

Equipment needed
Horticultural fleece

Pick leaves year round for use fresh or in summer for drying.
In very cold areas, protect with horticultural fleece over winter
or move container grown plants indoors

EAT
J

Growing guide

Keep well watered until established. Pinch out growing tips to
encourage bushy plants. Shorten stems for desired shape and
size. Will crop year after year

GROW PLANT

Plant bought bay or ‘rooted cuttings’ taken in summer. Can
also sow seed in autumn (rub first with sand to speed up
germination). Choose well drained soil in sunny sheltered site

Spring Term
F
M

Sow indoors	

A

Summer Term
M
J
J

Sow outdoors	

2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot

A

Plant out/transplant	

Autumn/Winter Term
S
O
N
D

Harvest	

Use cloche

Easy!

Average growing period
4 wks (bought); 24 months (seed)

Germination time
5-12 months
Average plant size
Up to 5m tall, 3m wide
Family group to grow with
Miscellaneous
Seed saving group
5 - Specialist or not applicable
Key nutritional content
Dried: calcium, iron, zinc, vit. A
Chervil

Herbs
Chervil

Growing guide

Water well in dry weather to help avoid plants flowering
prematurely (‘bolting’). Cover summer sown plants with
horticultural fleece in autumn for later harvest

GROW PLANT
	

Suggested species: Anthriscus cerefolium (botanical name)

Regularly sow seed 0.1cm deep in rows, thinning seedlings to
20cm apart. Plants dislike being transplanted. Choose well
drained fertile soil in partial shade

Equipment needed
Horticultural fleece

Pick leaves before flowers open and when stems are about
10cm tall, usually used fresh or stored by freezing. Can crop
throughout winter

EAT
J

Herbs

Spring Term
F
M

Sow indoors	

A

Summer Term
M
J
J

Sow outdoors	

2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot

A

Plant out/transplant	

Autumn/Winter Term
S
O
N
D

Harvest	

Use cloche

Easy!

Average growing period
6-8 weeks

Germination time
7-14 days
Average plant size
60cm tall, 30cm wide
Family group to grow with
Apiaceae: dill, fennel
Seed saving group
2 - Annual, can cross-pollinate
Key nutritional content
Dried: calcium, iron, zinc
Chives

Herbs
Chives

Growing guide

Water well in dry weather. Remove flowering stems to
increase leaf production (unless growing for flowers). Leaves
die back to soil level in winter

GROW PLANT
	

Suggested species: Allium schoenoprasum (botanical name)

Sow seed 0.5cm deep and thin or transplant seedlings to 25cm
apart. Can also dig up and split established plants in autumn.
Choose rich moist soil in sunny site

Equipment needed
None

Cut leaves to use fresh or for freezing from when plants are
15cm tall, leaving 5cm of stem to regrow. Will crop year after
year. Flowers are also edible

EAT
J

Herbs

Spring Term
F
M

Sow indoors	

A

Summer Term
M
J
J

Sow outdoors	

2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot

A

Plant out/transplant	

Autumn/Winter Term
S
O
N
D

Harvest	

Use cloche

Easy!

Average growing period
From 12 weeks

Germination time
10-20 days
Average plant size
30cm tall and wide
Family group to grow with
Alliaceae: onion, shallot
Seed saving group
2 - (Perennial, can cross-pollinate)
Key nutritional content
Fresh: vit. A, vit. C, calcium
Coriander

Herbs
Herbs

Coriander

	

Growing guide

Young broad leaves can have unpleasant smell (avoid growing
indoors). Scent can repel aphids and carrot root fly. Stake
flowering stems for support

GROW PLANT

Regularly sow seed 0.5cm deep.Thin seedlings to 5cm apart for
leaf crops or 20cm for seeds. Plants dislike being transplanted.
Choose well drained soil in sunny site

Equipment needed
Stakes

Pick young leaves before flowering for use fresh when about
10cm long. Gather aromatic seeds after seedheads ripen in
summer (ripening can be sudden)

EAT
J

Suggested species: Coriandrum sativum (botanical name)

Spring Term
F
M

Sow indoors	

A

Summer Term
M
J
J

Sow outdoors	

2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot

A

Plant out/transplant	

Autumn/Winter Term
S
O
N
D

Harvest	

Use cloche

Give it a go…

Average growing period
8 weeks (leaf); 16 weeks (seed)

Germination time
7-21 days
Average plant size
60cm tall, 20cm wide
Family group to grow with
Apiaceae: chervil, dill
Seed saving group
2 - Annual, can cross-pollinate
Key nutritional content
Fresh leaf: vit. C, vit. A, calcium, iron
Dill

Herbs
Dill

Growing guide

Water in dry weather to help avoid plants flowering
prematurely (‘bolting’). Feed in summer. Don’t plant near
fennel as may cross-pollinate (offspring lose distinct flavour)

GROW PLANT
	

Suggested species: Anethum graveolens (botanical name)

Regularly sow seed 0.1cm deep in rows, thinning seedlings to
25cm apart. Plants dislike being transplanted. Choose moist
fertile soil in sunny site

Equipment needed
Feed

Pick young leaves for use fresh or drying, cutting back taller
plants to 30cm tall. Gather aromatic seeds as they ripen in
summer (seedheads turn brown)

EAT
J

Herbs

Spring Term
F
M

Sow indoors	

A

Summer Term
M
J
J

Sow outdoors	

2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot

A

Plant out/transplant	

Autumn/Winter Term
S
O
N
D

Harvest	

Use cloche

Easy!

Average growing period
From 8 weeks

Germination time
7-21 days
Average plant size
Up to 150cm tall, 30cm wide
Family group to grow with
Apiaceae: coriander, parsley
Seed saving group
2 - Annual, can cross-pollinate
Key nutritional content
Fresh: calcium, vit. A, vit. C, iron
Fennel

Herbs
Fennel

Growing guide

Stake flowering stems for support. Cut back after flowering
to encourage more growth. Don’t plant near dill as may
cross-pollinate (offspring lose distinct flavour)

GROW PLANT
	

Suggested species: Foeniculum vulgare (botanical name)

Sow seed 0.1cm deep.Thin or transplant seedlings to 25cm apart.
Can also dig up and split established clumps in spring. Choose
well drained fertile soil in sunny site

Equipment needed
Stakes

Pick young leaves before flowering for use fresh or freezing.
Pick flowers as they open and gather aromatic seeds as they
ripen in summer (seedheads turn brown)

EAT
J

Herbs

Spring Term
F
M

Sow indoors	

A

Summer Term
M
J
J

Sow outdoors	

2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot

A

Plant out/transplant	

Autumn/Winter Term
S
O
N
D

Harvest	

Use cloche

Give it a go…

Average growing period
12 weeks (leaf); 16 weeks (seed)

Germination time
7-10 days
Average plant size
Up to 150cm, 45cm wide
Family group to grow with
Apiaceae: coriander, parsley
Seed saving group
4 - Biennial, needs isolation
Key nutritional content
Boiled: folate. Raw bulb: vit. C
Marjoram

Herbs
Herbs

Marjoram

	

Growing guide

Water until established. Remove growing tips to encourage
bushy plants and cut back stems to 5cm in late summer to
prompt new leaves for winter protection

GROW PLANT

Sow seed on soil surface in pots and transplant seedlings to 25cm
apart. Can also dig up and split established clumps in spring.
Choose well drained soil in sunny site

Equipment needed
None

Pick leaves before flower buds open for using fresh or for
drying or freezing. Will keep mat of leaves over winter
(evergreen). Plants crop year after year

EAT
J

Suggested species: Origanum vulgare (botanical name)

Spring Term
F
M

Sow indoors	

A

Summer Term
M
J
J

Sow outdoors	

2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot

A

Plant out/transplant	

Autumn/Winter Term
S
O
N
D

Harvest	

Use cloche

Give it a go…

Average growing period
From 16 weeks

Germination time
10-20 days
Average plant size
45cm tall and wide
Family group to grow with
Lamiaceae: mint, sage
Seed saving group
2 - (Perennial, can cross-pollinate)
Key nutritional content
Dried: calcium, iron, zinc, vit. A
Mint

Herbs
Mint

Growing guide

Grow in pots to confine plant spread (or sink large
bottomless pot into soil with 4cm lip). Cut back to encourage
fresh growth. Dig up and split plants every three years

GROW PLANT
	

Suggested species: Mentha x piperita (peppermint); Mentha spicata (spearmint)

Plant bought mint or insert ‘root cuttings’ 3cm deep in pots, ie
dig up established plants and cut away 5cm long roots. Choose
well drained fertile soil in sunny site

Equipment needed
Large pot

Pick leaves before flowering for use fresh or to dry or freeze.
Don’t plant different mints together as flavours can mix. Will
crop year after year

EAT
J

Herbs

Spring Term
F
M

Sow indoors	

A

Summer Term
M
J
J

Sow outdoors	

2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot

A

Plant out/transplant	

Autumn/Winter Term
S
O
N
D

Harvest	

Use cloche

Easy!

Average growing period
12 weeks from cuttings

Germination time
Cuttings sprout in 2 weeks
Average plant size
60cm tall; width indefinite
Family group to grow with
Lamiaceae: basil, sage
Seed saving group
5 - Specialist or not applicable
Key nutritional content
Fresh: calcium, iron, folate, vit. C, vit. A
Parsley

Herbs
Parsley

Growing guide

Protect from slugs. Keep well watered in dry weather and
feed regularly with an organic fertiliser. Remove any flower
heads that appear

GROW PLANT
	

Suggested species: Petroselinum crispum (botanical name)

Sow seed 0.1cm deep in pots.Transplant seedlings when 5-10cm
tall to 15cm apart in rows or larger pots. Choose deep fertile soil
in sun or partial shade

Equipment needed
Feed, horticultural fleece

Pick leaves in the plant’s first year before flowering; use fresh
or freeze. Extend harvest by covering with horticultural fleece
in autumn

EAT
J

Herbs

Spring Term
F
M

Sow indoors	

A

Summer Term
M
J
J

Sow outdoors	

2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot

A

Plant out/transplant	

Autumn/Winter Term
S
O
N
D

Harvest	

Use cloche

Give it a go…

Average growing period
From 10 weeks

Germination time
14-28 days
Average plant size
40cm tall, 30cm wide
Family group to grow with
Apiaceae: coriander, dill
Seed saving group
4 - Biennial, needs isolation
Key nutritional content
Fresh: calcium, vit. A, vit. C, iron, folate
Rosemary

Herbs
Herbs

Rosemary

	

Growing guide

Keep watered until established. Pinch out growing tips to
encourage bushy plants. Remove frost damaged growth. Will
crop year after year

GROW PLANT

Plant bought rosemary or ‘rooted cuttings’ taken in summer
(7cm long shoots). Can also sow seed in spring. Choose well
drained soil in sunny sheltered site

Equipment needed
Horticultural fleece

Pick leaves for use fresh. In very cold areas, protect with
horticultural fleece over winter or move container grown
plants indoors. Flowers are also edible

EAT
J

Suggested species: Rosmarinus officinalis (botanical name)

Spring Term
F
M

Sow indoors	

A

Summer Term
M
J
J

Sow outdoors	

2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot

A

Plant out/transplant	

Autumn/Winter Term
S
O
N
D

Harvest	

Use cloche

Easy!

Average growing period
4 wks (bought); 24 months (seed)

Germination time
7-14 days
Average plant size
100cm tall and wide
Family group to grow with
Lamiaceae: lemon balm, sage
Seed saving group
5 - Specialist or not applicable
Key nutritional content
Fresh: calcium, iron, vit. C, vit. A
Sage

Herbs
Sage

Growing guide

Keep watered until established. Pinch out growing tips to
encourage bushy plants. Will keep leaves through winter
(evergreen). Replace plants every few years

GROW PLANT
	

Suggested species: Salvia officinalis (botanical name)

Sow seed 0.5cm deep in pots and transplant seedlings to 30cm
apart. Can also plant bought sage or rooted cuttings. Choose well
drained soil in sunny site

Equipment needed
Horticultural fleece

Pick leaves or use fresh any time or before flowering if drying.
Protect one year old plants in colder winters with horticultural
fleece or move container grown plants indoors

EAT
J

Herbs

Spring Term
F
M

Sow indoors	

A

Summer Term
M
J
J

Sow outdoors	

2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot

A

Plant out/transplant	

Autumn/Winter Term
S
O
N
D

Harvest	

Use cloche

Easy!

Average growing period
From 12 weeks

Germination time
7-14 days
Average plant size
60cm tall and wide
Family group to grow with
Lamiaceae: basil, thyme
Seed saving group
2 - (Perennial, can cross pollinate)
Key nutritional content
Fresh: calcium, vit. A, zinc
Sorrel

Herbs
Sorrel

Growing guide

Mulch in summer to keep soil cooler in summer (for less
bitter leaves). Remove flower spikes to prolong leaf production.
Protect with horticultural fleece for winter supply

GROW PLANT
	

Suggested species: Rumex acetosa (Broad leafed); Rumex scutatus (Buckler leaf)

Sow seed 0.1cm deep in pots or rows.Thin or transplant seedlings
to 30cm apart. Can also dig up and split established plants in
autumn. Choose fertile soil in partial shade

Equipment needed
Horticultural fleece

Pick young leaves before flowering for use fresh or freezing.
Plants crop year after year. Dig up and split every one to three
years for the best leaves

EAT
J

Herbs

Spring Term
F
M

Sow indoors	

A

Summer Term
M
J
J

Sow outdoors	

2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot

A

Plant out/transplant	

Autumn/Winter Term
S
O
N
D

Harvest	

Use cloche

Easy!

Average growing period
From 12 weeks

Germination time
10-20 days
Average plant size
45cm tall, 60cm wide
Family group to grow with
Miscellaneous
Seed saving group
2 - (Perennial, can cross-pollinate)
Key nutritional content
Raw: vitamin C, iron
Tarragon

Herbs
Tarragon

Growing guide

Cut back shoots to encourage lush growth. Remove flower
spikes to prolong leaf production. Protect French tarragon
with horticultural fleece in colder winters

GROW PLANT
	

Suggested species: Artemisia dracunculus (French); Artemisia dracunculoides (Russian)

Plant bought French tarragon or use ‘rooted cuttings’ taken
in summer (7cm long shoots). Can only sow seed of Russian
tarragon. Choose well drained soil in sunny site

Equipment needed
Horticultural fleece

Pick leaves before flowering for use fresh or freezing. Plants
crop year after year. Dig up and split every two years to
maintain vigour

EAT
J

Herbs

Spring Term
F
M

Sow indoors	

A

Summer Term
M
J
J

Sow outdoors	

2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot

A

Plant out/transplant	

Autumn/Winter Term
S
O
N
D

Harvest	

Use cloche

Give it a go…

Average growing period
From 12 weeks

Germination time
7-14 days
Average plant size
Up to 90cm, 45cm wide
Family group to grow with
Asteraceae: lettuce, chicory
Seed saving group
5 - Specialist or not applicable
Key nutritional content
Fresh: calcium
Thyme

Herbs
Thyme

Growing guide

Water until established. Cut back shoot tips to encourage
more growth and reduce stem length after flowering to avoid
plants becoming too woody

GROW PLANT
	

Suggested species: Thymus vulgaris (upright);Thymus pulegioides (creeping)

Sow seed on soil surface in pots and transplant seedlings 25cm
apart. Can also plant bought thyme or ‘rooted cuttings’ taken in
summer. Choose well drained soil in sunny site

Equipment needed
None

Pick leaves to use fresh or before flowering for drying, leaving
at least 7cm of growth. Plants crop year after year. Will keep
mat of leaves over winter (evergreen)

EAT
J

Herbs

Spring Term
F
M

Sow indoors	

A

Summer Term
M
J
J

Sow outdoors	

2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot

A

Plant out/transplant	

Autumn/Winter Term
S
O
N
D

Harvest	

Use cloche

Easy!

Average growing period
From 12 weeks

Germination time
5-10 days
Average plant size
Up to 30cm tall and wide
Family group to grow with
Lamiaceae: mint, sage
Seed saving group
2 - (Perennial, can cross-pollinate)
Key nutritional content
Fresh: calcium, zinc, vit. A

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  • 2. Balm, Lemon Growing guide Pinch out growing tips to encourage bushy plants. Cut back after flowering for new growth and prevent stems becoming woody. Leaves die back to soil level in winter GROW PLANT Suggested species: Melissa officinalis (botanical name) Sow seed 0.1cm deep in pots and transplant seedlings 45cm apart. Can also dig up and split established plants in spring or autumn. Choose well drained soil in sunny site Equipment needed None Pick strongly lemon scented leaves before flowers open for use fresh or drying. Flowers are also edible with sweet lemon flavour. Will crop year after year EAT J Herbs Spring Term F M Sow indoors A Summer Term M J J Sow outdoors 2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot A Plant out/transplant Autumn/Winter Term S O N D Harvest Use cloche Easy! Average growing period From 12 weeks Germination time 7-14 days Average plant size Up to 75cm tall, 45cm wide Family group to grow with Lamiaceae: mint, thyme Seed saving group 1 - (Perennial, self-pollinating) Key nutritional content Fresh addition to recipes
  • 4. Basil Growing guide Keep well watered. Regularly pinch out growing tips to encourage bushy plants and delay flowering. Can grow in greenhouses or on a windowsill year round GROW PLANT Suggested species: Ocimum basilcum (botanical name) Sow seed 0.1cm deep in pots. Keep seedlings well ventilated and not too wet.Transplant 30cm apart when 5-10cm tall. Choose fertile soil in sunny sheltered site Equipment needed None Pick young leaves for use fresh or store by freezing, drying, or infusing flavour by submerging leaves in olive oil. Purple leaved varieties have less intense flavour EAT J Herbs Spring Term F M Sow indoors A Summer Term M J J Sow outdoors 2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot A Plant out/transplant Autumn/Winter Term S O N D Harvest Use cloche Give it a go… Average growing period From 12 weeks Germination time 5-10 days Average plant size 45cm tall, 30cm wide Family group to grow with Lamiaceae: lemon balm, sage Seed saving group 1 - Annual, self-pollinating Key nutritional content Fresh: calcium, iron, vit. A, vit. C
  • 6. Bay Herbs Suggested species: Laurus nobilis (botanical name) Equipment needed Horticultural fleece Pick leaves year round for use fresh or in summer for drying. In very cold areas, protect with horticultural fleece over winter or move container grown plants indoors EAT J Growing guide Keep well watered until established. Pinch out growing tips to encourage bushy plants. Shorten stems for desired shape and size. Will crop year after year GROW PLANT Plant bought bay or ‘rooted cuttings’ taken in summer. Can also sow seed in autumn (rub first with sand to speed up germination). Choose well drained soil in sunny sheltered site Spring Term F M Sow indoors A Summer Term M J J Sow outdoors 2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot A Plant out/transplant Autumn/Winter Term S O N D Harvest Use cloche Easy! Average growing period 4 wks (bought); 24 months (seed) Germination time 5-12 months Average plant size Up to 5m tall, 3m wide Family group to grow with Miscellaneous Seed saving group 5 - Specialist or not applicable Key nutritional content Dried: calcium, iron, zinc, vit. A
  • 8. Chervil Growing guide Water well in dry weather to help avoid plants flowering prematurely (‘bolting’). Cover summer sown plants with horticultural fleece in autumn for later harvest GROW PLANT Suggested species: Anthriscus cerefolium (botanical name) Regularly sow seed 0.1cm deep in rows, thinning seedlings to 20cm apart. Plants dislike being transplanted. Choose well drained fertile soil in partial shade Equipment needed Horticultural fleece Pick leaves before flowers open and when stems are about 10cm tall, usually used fresh or stored by freezing. Can crop throughout winter EAT J Herbs Spring Term F M Sow indoors A Summer Term M J J Sow outdoors 2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot A Plant out/transplant Autumn/Winter Term S O N D Harvest Use cloche Easy! Average growing period 6-8 weeks Germination time 7-14 days Average plant size 60cm tall, 30cm wide Family group to grow with Apiaceae: dill, fennel Seed saving group 2 - Annual, can cross-pollinate Key nutritional content Dried: calcium, iron, zinc
  • 10. Chives Growing guide Water well in dry weather. Remove flowering stems to increase leaf production (unless growing for flowers). Leaves die back to soil level in winter GROW PLANT Suggested species: Allium schoenoprasum (botanical name) Sow seed 0.5cm deep and thin or transplant seedlings to 25cm apart. Can also dig up and split established plants in autumn. Choose rich moist soil in sunny site Equipment needed None Cut leaves to use fresh or for freezing from when plants are 15cm tall, leaving 5cm of stem to regrow. Will crop year after year. Flowers are also edible EAT J Herbs Spring Term F M Sow indoors A Summer Term M J J Sow outdoors 2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot A Plant out/transplant Autumn/Winter Term S O N D Harvest Use cloche Easy! Average growing period From 12 weeks Germination time 10-20 days Average plant size 30cm tall and wide Family group to grow with Alliaceae: onion, shallot Seed saving group 2 - (Perennial, can cross-pollinate) Key nutritional content Fresh: vit. A, vit. C, calcium
  • 12. Herbs Coriander Growing guide Young broad leaves can have unpleasant smell (avoid growing indoors). Scent can repel aphids and carrot root fly. Stake flowering stems for support GROW PLANT Regularly sow seed 0.5cm deep.Thin seedlings to 5cm apart for leaf crops or 20cm for seeds. Plants dislike being transplanted. Choose well drained soil in sunny site Equipment needed Stakes Pick young leaves before flowering for use fresh when about 10cm long. Gather aromatic seeds after seedheads ripen in summer (ripening can be sudden) EAT J Suggested species: Coriandrum sativum (botanical name) Spring Term F M Sow indoors A Summer Term M J J Sow outdoors 2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot A Plant out/transplant Autumn/Winter Term S O N D Harvest Use cloche Give it a go… Average growing period 8 weeks (leaf); 16 weeks (seed) Germination time 7-21 days Average plant size 60cm tall, 20cm wide Family group to grow with Apiaceae: chervil, dill Seed saving group 2 - Annual, can cross-pollinate Key nutritional content Fresh leaf: vit. C, vit. A, calcium, iron
  • 14. Dill Growing guide Water in dry weather to help avoid plants flowering prematurely (‘bolting’). Feed in summer. Don’t plant near fennel as may cross-pollinate (offspring lose distinct flavour) GROW PLANT Suggested species: Anethum graveolens (botanical name) Regularly sow seed 0.1cm deep in rows, thinning seedlings to 25cm apart. Plants dislike being transplanted. Choose moist fertile soil in sunny site Equipment needed Feed Pick young leaves for use fresh or drying, cutting back taller plants to 30cm tall. Gather aromatic seeds as they ripen in summer (seedheads turn brown) EAT J Herbs Spring Term F M Sow indoors A Summer Term M J J Sow outdoors 2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot A Plant out/transplant Autumn/Winter Term S O N D Harvest Use cloche Easy! Average growing period From 8 weeks Germination time 7-21 days Average plant size Up to 150cm tall, 30cm wide Family group to grow with Apiaceae: coriander, parsley Seed saving group 2 - Annual, can cross-pollinate Key nutritional content Fresh: calcium, vit. A, vit. C, iron
  • 16. Fennel Growing guide Stake flowering stems for support. Cut back after flowering to encourage more growth. Don’t plant near dill as may cross-pollinate (offspring lose distinct flavour) GROW PLANT Suggested species: Foeniculum vulgare (botanical name) Sow seed 0.1cm deep.Thin or transplant seedlings to 25cm apart. Can also dig up and split established clumps in spring. Choose well drained fertile soil in sunny site Equipment needed Stakes Pick young leaves before flowering for use fresh or freezing. Pick flowers as they open and gather aromatic seeds as they ripen in summer (seedheads turn brown) EAT J Herbs Spring Term F M Sow indoors A Summer Term M J J Sow outdoors 2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot A Plant out/transplant Autumn/Winter Term S O N D Harvest Use cloche Give it a go… Average growing period 12 weeks (leaf); 16 weeks (seed) Germination time 7-10 days Average plant size Up to 150cm, 45cm wide Family group to grow with Apiaceae: coriander, parsley Seed saving group 4 - Biennial, needs isolation Key nutritional content Boiled: folate. Raw bulb: vit. C
  • 18. Herbs Marjoram Growing guide Water until established. Remove growing tips to encourage bushy plants and cut back stems to 5cm in late summer to prompt new leaves for winter protection GROW PLANT Sow seed on soil surface in pots and transplant seedlings to 25cm apart. Can also dig up and split established clumps in spring. Choose well drained soil in sunny site Equipment needed None Pick leaves before flower buds open for using fresh or for drying or freezing. Will keep mat of leaves over winter (evergreen). Plants crop year after year EAT J Suggested species: Origanum vulgare (botanical name) Spring Term F M Sow indoors A Summer Term M J J Sow outdoors 2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot A Plant out/transplant Autumn/Winter Term S O N D Harvest Use cloche Give it a go… Average growing period From 16 weeks Germination time 10-20 days Average plant size 45cm tall and wide Family group to grow with Lamiaceae: mint, sage Seed saving group 2 - (Perennial, can cross-pollinate) Key nutritional content Dried: calcium, iron, zinc, vit. A
  • 20. Mint Growing guide Grow in pots to confine plant spread (or sink large bottomless pot into soil with 4cm lip). Cut back to encourage fresh growth. Dig up and split plants every three years GROW PLANT Suggested species: Mentha x piperita (peppermint); Mentha spicata (spearmint) Plant bought mint or insert ‘root cuttings’ 3cm deep in pots, ie dig up established plants and cut away 5cm long roots. Choose well drained fertile soil in sunny site Equipment needed Large pot Pick leaves before flowering for use fresh or to dry or freeze. Don’t plant different mints together as flavours can mix. Will crop year after year EAT J Herbs Spring Term F M Sow indoors A Summer Term M J J Sow outdoors 2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot A Plant out/transplant Autumn/Winter Term S O N D Harvest Use cloche Easy! Average growing period 12 weeks from cuttings Germination time Cuttings sprout in 2 weeks Average plant size 60cm tall; width indefinite Family group to grow with Lamiaceae: basil, sage Seed saving group 5 - Specialist or not applicable Key nutritional content Fresh: calcium, iron, folate, vit. C, vit. A
  • 22. Parsley Growing guide Protect from slugs. Keep well watered in dry weather and feed regularly with an organic fertiliser. Remove any flower heads that appear GROW PLANT Suggested species: Petroselinum crispum (botanical name) Sow seed 0.1cm deep in pots.Transplant seedlings when 5-10cm tall to 15cm apart in rows or larger pots. Choose deep fertile soil in sun or partial shade Equipment needed Feed, horticultural fleece Pick leaves in the plant’s first year before flowering; use fresh or freeze. Extend harvest by covering with horticultural fleece in autumn EAT J Herbs Spring Term F M Sow indoors A Summer Term M J J Sow outdoors 2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot A Plant out/transplant Autumn/Winter Term S O N D Harvest Use cloche Give it a go… Average growing period From 10 weeks Germination time 14-28 days Average plant size 40cm tall, 30cm wide Family group to grow with Apiaceae: coriander, dill Seed saving group 4 - Biennial, needs isolation Key nutritional content Fresh: calcium, vit. A, vit. C, iron, folate
  • 24. Herbs Rosemary Growing guide Keep watered until established. Pinch out growing tips to encourage bushy plants. Remove frost damaged growth. Will crop year after year GROW PLANT Plant bought rosemary or ‘rooted cuttings’ taken in summer (7cm long shoots). Can also sow seed in spring. Choose well drained soil in sunny sheltered site Equipment needed Horticultural fleece Pick leaves for use fresh. In very cold areas, protect with horticultural fleece over winter or move container grown plants indoors. Flowers are also edible EAT J Suggested species: Rosmarinus officinalis (botanical name) Spring Term F M Sow indoors A Summer Term M J J Sow outdoors 2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot A Plant out/transplant Autumn/Winter Term S O N D Harvest Use cloche Easy! Average growing period 4 wks (bought); 24 months (seed) Germination time 7-14 days Average plant size 100cm tall and wide Family group to grow with Lamiaceae: lemon balm, sage Seed saving group 5 - Specialist or not applicable Key nutritional content Fresh: calcium, iron, vit. C, vit. A
  • 26. Sage Growing guide Keep watered until established. Pinch out growing tips to encourage bushy plants. Will keep leaves through winter (evergreen). Replace plants every few years GROW PLANT Suggested species: Salvia officinalis (botanical name) Sow seed 0.5cm deep in pots and transplant seedlings to 30cm apart. Can also plant bought sage or rooted cuttings. Choose well drained soil in sunny site Equipment needed Horticultural fleece Pick leaves or use fresh any time or before flowering if drying. Protect one year old plants in colder winters with horticultural fleece or move container grown plants indoors EAT J Herbs Spring Term F M Sow indoors A Summer Term M J J Sow outdoors 2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot A Plant out/transplant Autumn/Winter Term S O N D Harvest Use cloche Easy! Average growing period From 12 weeks Germination time 7-14 days Average plant size 60cm tall and wide Family group to grow with Lamiaceae: basil, thyme Seed saving group 2 - (Perennial, can cross pollinate) Key nutritional content Fresh: calcium, vit. A, zinc
  • 28. Sorrel Growing guide Mulch in summer to keep soil cooler in summer (for less bitter leaves). Remove flower spikes to prolong leaf production. Protect with horticultural fleece for winter supply GROW PLANT Suggested species: Rumex acetosa (Broad leafed); Rumex scutatus (Buckler leaf) Sow seed 0.1cm deep in pots or rows.Thin or transplant seedlings to 30cm apart. Can also dig up and split established plants in autumn. Choose fertile soil in partial shade Equipment needed Horticultural fleece Pick young leaves before flowering for use fresh or freezing. Plants crop year after year. Dig up and split every one to three years for the best leaves EAT J Herbs Spring Term F M Sow indoors A Summer Term M J J Sow outdoors 2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot A Plant out/transplant Autumn/Winter Term S O N D Harvest Use cloche Easy! Average growing period From 12 weeks Germination time 10-20 days Average plant size 45cm tall, 60cm wide Family group to grow with Miscellaneous Seed saving group 2 - (Perennial, can cross-pollinate) Key nutritional content Raw: vitamin C, iron
  • 30. Tarragon Growing guide Cut back shoots to encourage lush growth. Remove flower spikes to prolong leaf production. Protect French tarragon with horticultural fleece in colder winters GROW PLANT Suggested species: Artemisia dracunculus (French); Artemisia dracunculoides (Russian) Plant bought French tarragon or use ‘rooted cuttings’ taken in summer (7cm long shoots). Can only sow seed of Russian tarragon. Choose well drained soil in sunny site Equipment needed Horticultural fleece Pick leaves before flowering for use fresh or freezing. Plants crop year after year. Dig up and split every two years to maintain vigour EAT J Herbs Spring Term F M Sow indoors A Summer Term M J J Sow outdoors 2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot A Plant out/transplant Autumn/Winter Term S O N D Harvest Use cloche Give it a go… Average growing period From 12 weeks Germination time 7-14 days Average plant size Up to 90cm, 45cm wide Family group to grow with Asteraceae: lettuce, chicory Seed saving group 5 - Specialist or not applicable Key nutritional content Fresh: calcium
  • 32. Thyme Growing guide Water until established. Cut back shoot tips to encourage more growth and reduce stem length after flowering to avoid plants becoming too woody GROW PLANT Suggested species: Thymus vulgaris (upright);Thymus pulegioides (creeping) Sow seed on soil surface in pots and transplant seedlings 25cm apart. Can also plant bought thyme or ‘rooted cuttings’ taken in summer. Choose well drained soil in sunny site Equipment needed None Pick leaves to use fresh or before flowering for drying, leaving at least 7cm of growth. Plants crop year after year. Will keep mat of leaves over winter (evergreen) EAT J Herbs Spring Term F M Sow indoors A Summer Term M J J Sow outdoors 2.5cm = 1 inch 30 cm = 1 foot A Plant out/transplant Autumn/Winter Term S O N D Harvest Use cloche Easy! Average growing period From 12 weeks Germination time 5-10 days Average plant size Up to 30cm tall and wide Family group to grow with Lamiaceae: mint, sage Seed saving group 2 - (Perennial, can cross-pollinate) Key nutritional content Fresh: calcium, zinc, vit. A