Aromatic herb mix

Aromatic Herb Mix: Fresh Flavors and Fragrance for Your Garden

The Aromatic Herb Mix is a delightful assortment of flavorful and fragrant herbs that add zest to culinary creations while offering ornamental value to your garden. This mix of diverse herbs provides an array of scents, tastes, and textures, making it a must-have for any herb enthusiast or culinary gardener.

Overview

The Aromatic Herb Mix comprises a variety of herbs renowned for their enticing aromas, culinary uses, and attractive foliage. These versatile plants not only elevate dishes with their fresh flavors but also serve as beautiful additions to herb gardens, containers, or even as edging plants in vegetable plots.

Composition

The Aromatic Herb Mix typically includes a blend of popular culinary herbs such as:

• Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis):
  • Height: Grows up to 2 to 4 feet tall.
  • Spread: Spreads around 2 to 4 feet wide.
• Thyme (Thymus vulgaris):
  • Height: Typically grows between 6 to 12 inches tall.
  • Spread: Spreads approximately 12 to 18 inches wide.
• Basil (Ocimum basilicum):
  • Height: Varies between 12 to 24 inches tall.
  • Spread: Spreads around 12 to 18 inches wide.
• Mint (Mentha spp.):
  • Height: Grows between 12 to 36 inches tall.
  • Spread: Spreads vigorously via runners.

Planting and Maintenance

• Location: Plant the Aromatic Herb Mix in a sunny area with well-draining soil.
• Spacing: Allow ample space between herbs, usually 12 to 24 inches apart, considering their eventual spread.
• Watering: Maintain consistent moisture levels, avoiding waterlogging.
• Pruning: Regularly harvest leaves to encourage bushy growth and prevent legginess.
• Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer or compost to enhance growth and flavor.
• Mulching: Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weed growth.

Uses in the Garden

• Culinary Delights: Enhances dishes with fresh, aromatic flavors, ideal for seasoning meats, salads, and sauces.
• Aromatherapy: Fragrant leaves can be used for teas, potpourri, or herbal sachets for aromatherapy.
• Ornamental Value: Adds texture and fragrance to herb gardens, containers, or mixed plantings.

Benefits

• Fresh Flavors: Provides an array of culinary herbs for home-cooked meals, elevating dishes with vibrant flavors.
• Aromatic Pleasure: Releases delightful scents when leaves are touched or crushed, offering a sensory experience.
• Easy to Grow: Low-maintenance herbs suitable for both beginner and experienced gardeners.

Conclusion

The Aromatic Herb Mix is a valuable addition to any garden, offering a bounty of flavors and fragrances. Whether used for culinary purposes, aromatic pleasures, or as ornamental plants, these herbs bring joy, freshness, and a touch of nature's goodness to your home and cooking adventures.

Consider adding the Aromatic Herb Mix to your garden for a diverse selection of flavorful and fragrant herbs that elevate both your culinary creations and garden ambiance.

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

Standard Delivery is FREE on orders over €250*

All standard deliveries will be completed within 5-7 working days via Fastway Couriers, any delay to this delivery time, the customer will be notified by One of our staff.

The in-Store delivery charge will vary compared with online, in-store delivery charge is done on a case by case basis. 

* Only mainland Ireland addresses qualify for free delivery.
 

Live Plants Delivery

Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
All live plants are despatched within 3-5 working days where possible, our couriers aim to deliver within 48 hours of despatch from our Garden Centre to allow the plant to arrive in healthy condition.
 

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