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It's hard to remember every plant we have or would like to have. That's why we keep lists.  Our plant lists content information about our tries at growing, general information on the plant and photographs.
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      There are over 200 species of plants cultivated in our gardens. To learn more about any of these either find the plant in the list above, search for a plant in the box to the left or clock on one of the categories or locations in the left column.
      Each plant listed will show a picture, and our notes about that plant.   When possible, we include the Latin botanical name, a short descriptions, and planting notes.
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Herbs
Berggarten Sage
salvia officinalis "berggarten'
Dense, compact growth habit with large, aromatic, gray-green leaves. Use in cooking and for its decorative effects in the garden. Full sun.
Started in 2005 Herb Garden
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Chives
allium ochoenoprasum
Tastes like sweet, mild onions. Minced fresh leaves can be used in recipes or as garnish. Whole leaves can be tied decoratively around vegetables. Flowers can be used in salads, vinegars or as a garnish. Flower color: pale purple

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Chocolate Mint



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Coconut Thyme
Thymus praecox arcticus
Low growing perennial herb with tiny leaves scented like coconut.

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Cuban Oregano
Plectranthus amboincus
This aromatic species has fleshy green leaves and a trailing habit when the branches are allowed to grow long. Cuban Oregano is a member of the same family as Coleus, and as such is not a true oregano. It makes a nice houseplant - especially the variegated type shown above, and is propagated easily by cuttings.
Purchased from HyVee Garden Center Spring 2005
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Curly Mint
Mentha aquatica "Crispa'

A compact-growing mint with a spearmint scent and crispy, ruffled foliage. Does well in damp shady areas. Can be grown in pots. Likes Shade.
Herbs
Dill


Planted 2003 from seed from Roger Hoehensee

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Elfin Thyme
Thymus praecox arcticus 'Elfin' (creeping thyme)
small closely spaced leaves and lowers makes it not only one of the smallest thymes but also one of the slowest growing thymes. It is a good choice for planting between stepping stones where spaces may be very small.

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English Lavender
lavandula angustifolia
Not only is English Lavender a superb fragrant ornamental, but it also has culinary and medicinal virtues. Flower color is medium purple.
Planted 2003
Border Bed north of Swimming Pool area.
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Herbs
French Thyme

Narrow green leaves yield a spicy, sweet flavor. Full Sun.

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Garden Sage
salvia officinalis
Shooting up to three feet with its blooms, garden sage is a purple delight Flower color: purple

Driveway
Herbs
Garlic


Started from seed fall 2002. Harvest in Summer 2005.
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Herbs
German Chamomile
matricaria recutita
Chamomile tea is brewed from dried flowers. The flowers may be used fresh or dried and are best when picked the day they open. Flowers can be picked for several months. Flower color white

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Golden Sage
salvia officinalis icterina
Can be used in any recipe calling for sage. Fresh leaves make an attractive garnish for roast chicken or turkey. Flower color blue. Rarely blooms.

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Golden Thyme
'Archer's Gold' Tymus citriodorus

planted under the cedar tree in the stump patio in 2006 www.Stepables.com
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Green Santolina
Santolina virens
Perennial - Shrubby growth with finely textured, deep green foliage and yellow, buttonlike flowers. Use in knot gardens and as a edging. Plant in full sun. Grows 24-30" tall.


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Hemp
Cannabis sativa (Marijuana)
Grows wild.

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Horseradish



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Herbs
Italian Oregano
origanum x majoricum
A cross of oregano and marjoram. Blends well with basil and tarragon. Flower color is pink.

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Italian Parsley
petroselenium crispum cv.
Commonly used as a garnish, the edible sprig is high in vitamin C, vitamin A, several B vitamins, calcium and iron. Due to its high chlorophyll content, it’s a natural breath freshener.

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