Growing MORE Herbs from Seeds (part 2)

Good morning to YOU!  Did you get a chance to read Part 1 of Growing Herbs from Seeds? 

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Mary's Heirloom Seeds Newsletter Growing MORE Herbs from Seed HUGE SALE!!! The Overstocked Heirloom Seed Sale ends July 15 at midnight! Don't miss these HUGE savings on heirloom, open-pollinated, organic seed varieties   Have you seen the DIY Tincture Kits? We now offer   Pick-UP options   for seed orders. Call (954) 654-3501  or email  for more information or to place an order. ALL Seed orders placed Monday-Friday are shipped within   24 hours, except for holidays. Helpful Links: What is a Tincture? South Florida Organic Gardening Summer Squash Winter Squash Dear Mary, Did you enjoy our first Growing Herbs from Seed?  If you missed it and you'd like a copy just reply to this email with your request and we'll send it on over.  Enjoy! Growing Borage from Seed Sow seeds indoors on surface of soil. *I gently push into soil* Borage can be directly sown outdoors two weeks after the last spring frost. Prefers rich, moist, well-drained soil.   If you use Peat Pellets for seed-starting they might have a better chance of survival. Divide every 3-4 years. Companion plant for Tomatoes, Squash, Strawberries and more  Growing Calendula from Seed Calendula is easily grown from seed and may be sown directly in the garden from early spring on into summer, with plenty of time left to get a good harvest of flowers. Tolerant of poor soils, calendula will grow in partial shade or full sun. The plant requires regular watering. Sometimes known as "pot marigold," calendula is easily grown in pots on the doorstep or in window boxes. Ideal for children, the seeds are large and easily handled, and germination is almost assured even if planted by the inexperienced gardener. Sow about ¼ inch deep and pat down the row. Keep weeded and thin to 6 inches to 1 foot apart. The first flowers are produced only 40 to 50 days after seed germination.    Calendula is also a great  Companion Plant.   Growing Feverfew from Seed Germination: 7-14 days Start seeds indoors in colder climates. Transplant once first true leaves are developed. Give each plant around 8-12" of space once started and thin as needed. Feverfew will readily self-sow after going to seed. Soil should be well-drained and moderate.   From  Seed to Harvest is approximately 85 days. Compact, spreading growth up to 3-feet tall with small yellow centered white daisylike flowers. Feverfew is believed to aid digestion and lower blood pressure.  Long history of using leaves for fevers, menstrual cramps, and migraine headaches. Growing Thyme from Seed Thyme seeds are tiny. I recommend sprinkling over damp soil and then adding a fine layer over your seeds. Plant thyme seeds in early spring about 6-8 seeds per "hole".  If planting in volume, mix sand with the seed to prevent overplanting. Read about Companion Planting to get the best results in your herb and veggie garden.   Thyme deters cabbage worms! Once your seedlings emerge, plant your Thyme no closer than 8 inches apart. Young plants should be set out in the garden in June, preferably in damp ground or just prior to rain. How did you like Part 2? Do you have room for more herbs in the garden?   Sincerely,                                      Mary Mary's Heirloom Seeds  The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will interest her or his patients in the care of the human frame, in a proper diet, and in the cause and prevention of disease. Thomas A. Edison   "The garden suggests there might be a place where we can meet nature halfway." Michael Pollan

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