It’s official – Spring is finally here! Well, sort of. For many across the country, it may feel as if spring is never going to arrive. Here in Richmond, the chill is slowly beginning to recede, but we’re still expected to have temperatures in the forties over the course of the next week. New England got another 15 inches of snow earlier in the week, and our friends in the Midwest are expecting snow off and on through the end of the weekend.
Rest assured, though, spring is on its way, and our full crop of gorgeous herbs are absolutely ready to ship. Like you, we’re just waiting on the warm weather to start cooperating because these perfect varieties are at their peak now and ready for transplant.
Take a quick peek at a few of our stars:
Tarragon – Look at these gorgeous tarragon plants? The star of fresh herbs, if you do any cooking at all, this one has to be part of your herb garden. It has culinary powers few others do, and traditionally, we’ve heard about all sorts of cures made from this wonderful plant. From curing stomachaches to colic in little ones, it may still hold sway that we don’t understand. The trick with growing it, though, is to be careful with the moisture in your soil. It tends to grow better in a dry environment.
Lavender – Known for a combination of fragrance and beauty, there are lots of reasons to add this one to your garden. It’s been used as an antiseptic for years, and it can help with those irritating insect bites warmer weather so often brings use here in Richmond. It’s also a great insect repellant, and the scent is nothing less than divine.
Citronella – Speaking of insect repellent, this is we think you should certainly consider. It’s strongly-lemon scented leaves are perfect for keeping the mosquitoes away, and it’s the perfect patio plant if you’re running out of space. What’s more, though, is that this one is drought-tolerant, which is great for those who had such a dry summer last year.
We’re ready to ship as soon as you are. Drop by our virtual nursery now and starting planning your herb garden.
