The late cold spring is causing delays with propagation of our herb plants this year, however the weather is improving and we are very busy propagating at the moment. Our full range will be available again soon. If … Continue reading
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German Chamomile is now back in stock. German Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) is an annual type of chamomile, popular with herbalists and for cosmetic uses since it is the variety of chamomile with the highest oil content. Chamomile grows best in … Continue reading
We are pleased to announce the opening of Osana Natural Health Clinic at The Herb Patch offering Bowen Technique treatments. Osana is based at The Herb Patch where Lynda will be offering a range of Natural Health Treatments, but specialising … Continue reading
Starting a Medicinal Herb Garden Herbal medicine has always been with us; in fact, humanity has survived for thousands and thousands of years — even prior to the advent of modern technologies and conventional medicine — because of it. Today, the art and science … Continue reading
Planning your herb garden. Since little can be done in the garden at this time of year, Winter is a good time for planning and designing your herb garden. Most of us have herbs dotted around our beds but there’s … Continue reading
Deliveries over the Christmas period. Orders placed after Dec 10th will be processed in January 2017. This will avoid any danger of plants being stuck in the Christmas post chaos. We hope this does not cause any inconvenience. We would … Continue reading
Saving your last mint leaves for winter. Now is the time to save those last leaves off your mint plants for use over the winter. Here are some tips and suggestions to help you make the most of your remaining … Continue reading
Buckler Leaf Sorrel (Rumex acetosa) Sorrel is a leafy perennial which is a member of the dock family. Varieties include garden sorrel and buckler leaf (or French) sorrel. Flavour Sorrel’s taste varieties from refreshing and tangy to sharp, sour and … Continue reading
About Calamint Plants Calamint plants are thick stemmed, bushy herbs that form dense clumps with woody flower stems. The leaves are heavily veined and highly textured, many sporting ridges and most with hairy to fuzzy foliage. Flowers are two-lipped slender … Continue reading
A common mistake with Herb Growing is not cutting back enough What makes an herb grow fast and neatly, is pruning. Of course pruning an herb means that you are actually harvesting the great tasting leaves and stems. If you do … Continue reading