[JRandomFreeper]

Here is my list of required herbs/flavorings for the kitchen (that I can grow here): thyme, oregano, rosemary, basil, cilantro, dill, cumin, garlic, parsley, lemon grass, and chili peppers.

I GOTS to have those, and I prefer to have them grown in my own garden.

Some things, like peppercorns, and cinnamon, I obviously can't grow here, but the others, I put a lot of effort into having fresh on the property.

/johnny

[Black Agnes]

That matches my ‘to do’ list fairly accurately. Except for the lemon grass. I’ve seen seeds and plants for that. Any preference? Does it take For. Ever. to grow from seeds or is it just easier to buy the plant?

[greeneyes]

Do either of you know anything about growing hibiscus for tea or bay leaf? I drink a hibiscus tea to help my blood pressure, and bay leaf is one of my favorites to use in soup.