Herb - Sweet Majoram

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Herb - Sweet Majoram

Plant in the spring in well drained soil. It is wonderful when used fresh in many dishes. Sweet Marjoram is primarily used for culinary purposes. The Marjoram Sweet, 'Origanum majorana', has a sweeter, milder flavor than Oregano. Legend has it that if you touch Sweet Marjoram before bedtime, you will dream of your future spouse. Marjoram is used with sausage, egg dishes, cheese dishes, lamb, veal, fish, green vegetables, darrots, beef, eggplant, cauliflower, dressings, squash, and tomatoes. Try substituting Sweet Marjoram for Oregano in many popular dishes such as eggplant Parmesan or pizza. The plants are bushy, 1 to 2 foot tall and 2 foot wide. Tiny white or pink flowers occur in the summer. Some describe the flavor as having a hint of balsam. They produce small round, pale, grey-green, velvety, aromatic leaves. ... find out more

 

Nemesia - Sunsatia™ Cranberry Sunsatia™ holds its own in both cool and hot temperatures, and is outstanding in hanging baskets, combos, and window boxes. Nemesia hates drought so ensure the soil is kept moist. They perform best in cool gardens or in partial shade in hot areas. The Nemesia Sunsatia ™ Cranberry, 'Nemesia hybrids', is a German breakthrough like nothing else on the market. The Cranberry Sunsatia has a beautiful cranberry flowers. This Proven Winners plant has colorsthat range from glowing bright hues to the softest pastels. For zones 9-11, this plant can also be a perennial.

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