

SUBSCRIBE: Sign up for our newsletter and special promotions. Enter your email address below.

Home > Seeds Kits: Herbs & Blooms > organic herb garden trio

« Back

<< Previous item | Next item >>

Organic Kitchen Herb Trio: Select Your Own Organic Herb Seeds

Code: OB-ORGANIC-HERB-TRIO
$36.00

Gift Wrap: Yes $4.95
Learn about gift wrap options

Select Herb 1:

Select Herb 2:

Select Herb 3:

Quantity:

Enjoy $8.95 Flat Fee*
ground shipping on orders of $25 or more. Click for details and conditions.

OUR BEST SELLER!

An Olive Barn Exclusive. We'll customize this herb kit for you with the organic seeds you select when you place your order. This culinary herb kit comes with our exclusive ceramic Celadon Trio Pots, a Wonder Soil® expandable soil wafer and your choice of three CERTIFIED organic seed packages. Now you can customize your very own herb garden trio. If you want all basil, then select 3 basil varieties. If you want Basil, Italian Parsley and Chives, simply choose them from the drop down menu. Now you can customize your own version of an Italian Herb Trio, French Herb Trio or Culinary Herb Trio with the herb seeds you choose. (See the complete list of available organic seeds at the bottom of this page)
With our gift wrap service, you can send this kit wrapped in our signature gift wrap along with your personalized message printed on our free gift note card.

The set contains three celadon crackled glaze planter pots with a matching drip tray. Includes premium organic seeds from Seeds of Change, Wonder Soil® and growing instructions.

Best of all, each seed packet is a retail seed package, so there will be left over seeds for the next planting or you can direct seed in other pots or in your herb garden.

Package Dimensions: 13" x 5" x 7"
Drip Tray: 12" x 3 7/8"
Each Pot: 3 7/8" x 3 7/8"
Your choice of 3 Organic Seed Packages
One Wonder Soil® Wafer: Makes 3 cups of fresh potting soil.
Each pot holds about 1 cup of soil.

Cool Gifts: Green3r Eco Herb Garden Trio, Green3r Eco Herb Garden Single or Garden in a Bag

Note: This is a seed kit and does not contain live plants. These are completely re-usable year after year. When plants are spent, simply fill with fresh potting mix, plant new seeds or buy small herb plants at your local nursery. Tip: One of the most common causes of indoor plant problems and diseases is due to over-watering not under-watering. Check soil moisture BEFORE watering. Read about the success growing indoors with cool white fluorescent bulbs.

Here is a list of the Organic Herb Seeds that are currently available:

Cinnamon Basil (Mexican Spice) Ocimum basilicum 1'-2' ft.

One of the finest tea basils with a wonderful fragrance and a distinct cinnamon flavor. Also used in flavoring Mediterranean and Middle Eastern style dishes. Flowers attract pollinators. 1 1/2-2 1/2 in. leaves (60-70 days)

Planting Depth: 1/8"-1/4" Soil Temp. for Germ.: 70-85°F Days to Germ.: 6-12 Plant Spacing: 8"-12" Apart Days to Maturity: 70-90 Full Sun Pack weight .100gms Moderate Water

Fino Verde Basil Ocimum basilicum var. minimum 6-8 in.

A very attractive, compact, small-leafed bush basil. Ideal for container gardening or borders. Excellent for cooking and in salads, it retains its sweet flavor even after flowering, 6-8 in. tall plant. 1/2-1 in. leaves (60-70 days)

Planting Depth: 1/8"-1/4" Soil Temp. for Germ.: 70-90°F Days to Germ.: 7-14 Plant Spacing: 6"-12"Apart Days to Maturity: 70-80 Full Sun Moderate Water

Genovese Sweet Basil Ocimum basilicum 14-20 in.

Classic Italian basil. Most productive variety in our trials with a high leaf to stem ratio. Uniform, slow to bolt. Planting Depth: 1/4"-1/2" Soil Temp. for Germ.: 70-90°F Days to Germ.: 6-12 Plant Spacing: 8"-12" Days to Maturity: 65-75 Full Sun to Part Shade Moderate Water

Greek Basil Ocimum basilicum var.minimum 6-9 in.

Definitely the cutest basil, this compact, umbrella-shaped plant has a stong, sweet basil scent. Typically grown in Greek homes and restaurants in pots and window boxes. Great in borders and kitchen gardens. .25-.5 in. leaves, it grows to 6-9 in. (65-75) Planting Depth: 1/4" Soil Temp. for Germ.: 70-90°F Days to Germ.: 6-12 Plant Spacing: 8"-12"Apart Days to Maturity: 65-75 Full Sun Water Frequently

Holy Basil Ocimum sanctum 8-12 in.

A sacred herb of the Hindu religion. An excellant tea herb, but more highly valued as a companion plant and ornamental. Aromatic, fuzzy 2 inch leaves have an unusual scent, sometimes described as walnut, ripe bananas, or spice. Planting Depth: 1/8"-1/4" Soil Temp. 70-80°F Days to Germ.: 10-14 Plant Spacing: 6-8" Days to Maturity: 65-75 Full Sun Moderate Water Pack weight .100gms ~ 100 seeds

Lemon Basil Ocimum basilicum Heirloom 10-16 in.

Cultivated since the 16th century, it is actually discussed in the 1597 edition of John Gerard's The Herball. The fragrant, small leaves combine the flavors of lemon and basil in a delightful way making it excellent fresh or dried in salads and dressings or dried in potpourris. 10-16 in. compact, green plants, 2 in. leaves. Annual. (60-70 days) Planting Depth: 1/4" Soil Temp. for Germ.: 70-90°F Days to Germ.: 6-10 Plant Spacing: 6-8" Days to Maturity: 60-70 Full Sun/Partial Shade Moderate Water

Red Rubin Basil Ocimum basilicum 10-16 in. Tender Annual

The most consistently deep purple leaves of all the basils we've seen, with minimum green. A fine traditional flavor and aroma along with beautiful lavender flowers make this basil an outstanding culinary and ornamental variety. Annual (60-70 days) Planting Depth: 1/4" Soil Temp. for Germ.: 70-90°F Days to Germ.: 6-10 Plant Spacing; 8"-10"Apart Days to Maturity: 60-70 Partial Shade to Full Sun Moderate Water

Thai Basil Ocimum basilicum 16-20 in. Tender Annual

This variety from Thailand is both an attractive ornamental as well as a culinary basil with an intensely sweet, anise-like fragrance. Leaves are green at the base of the plant becoming more purple towards the flowers. 18 in. tall by 18-24 in. wide plant. Annual. (75-80 days) Planting Depth: 1/4"-1/2" Soil Temp. for Germ.: 70-90°F Days to Germ.: 6-10 Plant Spacing: 16"-18" Days to Maturity: 75-80 Partial Shade to Full Sun Moderate Water

Garden Chives Allium schoenoprasum 8-12 in. Hardy Perennial

Dense clusters of grass-like foliage are mildly onion-flavored, contain Vitamin C, some iron, and can help promote digestion. Both flower and stem can be cut anytime for use in salads, soups, or stir-fries. 6-12 in. plant produces 1-2 in. lavender flowers that bees love. Hardy perennial. Planting Depth: 3/8" Soil Temp. for Germ.: 55-75°F Days to Germ.: 7-14 Plant Spacing: 10"-12" Days to Maturity: 60-90 Full Sun Moderate Water

Slow Bolt Cilantro Coriandrum sativum 2-3 ft. Hardy Annual/Reseeding

Bred for maximum leaf production without bolting in the heat. In mild climates, sow in the fall for spring production. Always direct seed. Planting Depth: 1/4"-1/2" Soil Temp. for Germ.: 60-70°F Days to Germ.: 7-10 Plant Spacing: 8"-12" Days to Maturity: 45-70 Partial Shade to Full Sun Moderate Water

Dukat Dill Anethum graveolens 18-24 in. Hardy Annual/Reseeding

Blue-green leaves have a delicate fragrance. Taste is mellow and sweetly aromatic, never bitter or overly pungent. Vigorous plant is an abundant producer of leaves. Holds longer at the leaf stage than other dills. This dill has the sweetest taste of all. Direct seed in a sunny place in the garden in late spring or early summer. Fertilize soil with mature compost. During germination, keep entire seedbed evenly moist. To use the leaf as a dried herb, harvest before the plant flowers. Mature seeds may be harvested as a spice. Planting Depth: 1/2" Soil Temp. for Germ.: 60-75°F Days to Germ.: 10-14 Plant Spacing: 4"-6" Days to Maturity: 70 Partial Shade to Full Sun Moderate Water Pack weight .160gms ~ 100 seeds

Marjoram, Sweet Origanum majorana 12-24" Hardy Perennial/Tender Perennial

Popular in southern France where its leaves and shoots are used for seasoning. Sweet Marjoram has a similar flavor to Oregano, just a bit sweeter and more mild. Blooms from late June through August. Perennial in zones 8-10. Planting Depth: 1/4" Soil Temp. for Germ.: 70°F Days to Germ.: 7-10 Plant Spacing: 8"-10" Days to maturity: 60-80 Full Sun Moderate Water Pack weight .040gms ~ 100 seeds

Oregano, Greek Origanum hirtum Heirloom 12-18 in. Hardy Perennial

This is the spiciest and earliest producing variety of Oregano. It was known as Winter Marjoram in 18th century English gardens. Starts out small, but grows to be a good sized bush (2 x 4 ft.). It is a tender perennial with tiny flowers and an abundance of fragrant leaves for seasoning. Planting Depth: 1/8' Soil Temp. for Germ.: 60-80°F Days to Germ.: 5-10 Plant Spacing: 18-20" Days to Maturity: 60-80 Full Sun Moderate Water Pack weight .010gms ~ 100 seeds

Italian Flat Leaf Parsley Petroselinium crispum Heirloom 12-18 in. Hardy Biennial

This one is our favorite for seasoning and drying. Introduced around 1806. With larger leaves than standard strains, this parsley grows up to 2 ft. tall, has a concentrated flavor and dark-green, glossy leaves. Biennial. (75-80 days) Planting Depth: 1/4" Soil Temp. for Germ.: 60-80°F Days to Germ.: 14-21 Plant Spacing: 8-12" Days to Maturity: 75-80 Full Sun to Partial Shade Moderate Water

Garden Sage Salvia officinalis Heirloom 2-3 ft. Hardy Perennial Main variety grown for culinary use. has fragrant gray-green leaves and spikes of purple flowers. Reaches full potential in the second year. Direct seed when ground can be worked and danger of frost has passed. Can be started indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost, and transplanted when all danger of frost has passed. Can be used fresh, frozen or dried. Planting Depth: Surface Soil Temp. for Germ.: 60-70°F Days to Germ.: 14-21 Plant Spacing: 12"-18" Days to Maturity: 2nd Year Full Sun to Partial Shade Moderate Water Pack weight 2.0gms ~ 100 seeds

Summer Savory Satureja hortensis Heirloom 12-18 in. Tender Annual

Used fresh or dried, this easy-to-grow herb has a taste similar to thyme, though milder. Widely used in salads, soups and bean dishes. A delicious addition to a summer squash stir-fry. Introduced from Europe several centuries ago. Sow in a sunny place in the garden from early spring to early summer. For earlier plants, start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost date. Harvesting tips. Clip stems from plant once it has reached 8-10" tall, being careful not to prune the plant too heavily. Harvest entire plant before the first frost. Planting Depth: 1/4" Soil Temp. for Germ.: 70-85°F Days to Germ.: 10-14 Plant Spacing: 8-12" Days to Maturity: 65-75 Full Sun Moderate Water

Pack weight .080gms ~ 100 seeds

Tarragon, Mexican (Sweet Mace) Tagetes lucida Traditional - Medicinal 12-18 in. Hardy Annual/Tender Perennial Aromatic, anise-flavored leaves are used in seasoning sauces, soups, teas, and vinegar. Bears narrow, glossy green, serrated leaves and small yellow flowers in clusters. The dried leaves and flowers are brewed into a tea traditionally used for colic and malaria. Used as a poultice for rattlesnake bites and ceremonially by native peoples in Central-Southern Mexico. Start indoors 6 weeks before last frost date. Can also be sown directly in the garden. During germination, keep entire seedbed evenly moist. Planting Depth: 1/2" soil Temp. for Germ.: 70°F Days to Germ.: 5-7 Plant Spacing: 12"-18" Days to Maturity: 2nd Year Full Sun Moderate Water Pack weight .080gms ~ 100 seeds

Thyme, English Thymus vulgaris 10-15 in. Hardy Perennial

This classic culinary variety is strongly aromatic. Perfect for herb bunches. (Zones 5-9) (avg. 100,000 seeds/oz.) Planting Depth: 1/8" Soil Temp. for Germ.: 60-70°F Days to Germ.: 21-28 Plant Spacing: 6"-12" Days to Maturity: 180-240 Partial Shade to Full Sun Moderate Water

Return to Top of Page

Item Code: OB-ORGANIC-HERB-TRIO
Ships: Most in stock orders received by 1pm CT will ship same business day (Mon-Fri) except holidays.

You may also find these of interest:


Green3r Herb Trio: Eco-Friendly Herb Kit Choose Your Herbs! SOLD OUT		Eco Herb Garden (Trio of Herbs): Rice Hull Pots + Choose Your Own Herbs!		Green3r Herb Trio: Eco-Friendly Herb Kit Fall Edition Choose Your Herbs!

Why Buy From Us?

Friendly, hassle-free customer service

5 Star

Yahoo Shopping Rating

60 day money back guarantee

100 percent safe, secure shopping

Your privacy is protected

7+ years and over 10,000 happy customers