Herbs

Herbs

Shop and grow herb seeds and plants for home gardens. Urban Farmer has trialed several herb varieties to find the highest quality plants. Our herb seeds have high yields, easy to grow, and have great flavor.

Castilliano Violet Lavender (Lavandula stoechas) is a stunning variety known for its rich, deep violet-blue flowers and aromatic, fragrant foliage. These seeds produce hardy, bushy plants that thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, making them perfect for garden borders, herb beds, or even containers. The striking, long-lasting blooms appear in late spring to early summer, and their sweet scent is ideal for crafting homemade lavender oils, sachets, or adding a fragrant touch to culinary dishes. Castilliano Violet Lavender is also prized for its resilience, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies while being highly drought-tolerant once established. This variety’s vibrant color and soothing fragrance make it a perfect addition to any garden, bringing both beauty and practicality to the landscape.

Red Rose tobacco is a distinguished variety known for its aromatic qualities and rich, satisfying flavor. With leaves ranging from light to medium brown, this tobacco cultivar is cherished by enthusiasts for its versatility and pleasant smoking experience. Upon ignition, Red Rose tobacco emits a delightful aroma that hints at its warm and earthy undertones, complemented by subtle sweet and spicy notes. The smoke produced by Red Rose tobacco is smooth and mellow, making it a popular choice for both pipe and cigarette blends. Its balanced flavor profile, coupled with its smooth burning characteristics, ensures a pleasurable smoking experience with every puff. Whether enjoyed alone or blended with other tobaccos, Red Rose tobacco stands as a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of tobacco cultivation, offering a timeless indulgence for discerning smokers.

Limonka Rustica tobacco, also known simply as "Limonka," is a unique and highly sought-after variety prized for its distinctive flavor and aroma. Originating from the regions of Poland and Russia, Limonka Rustica is classified as a dark air-cured tobacco, known for its robustness and depth of flavor. The leaves of Limonka Rustica are typically medium to dark brown in color, with a slightly coarse texture. What sets Limonka apart is its pronounced citrusy aroma, reminiscent of fresh lemon or lime zest, which adds a refreshing and invigorating element to the smoking experience. In terms of taste, Limonka Rustica is characterized by its bold and earthy flavor profile, with hints of spice and a subtle sweetness underlying the citrus notes. This combination of flavors makes Limonka Rustica a popular choice for those seeking a full-bodied and aromatic tobacco blend. Whether used on its own or as a component in a tobacco blend, Limonka Rustica offers a unique and memorable smoking experience that is sure to delight tobacco enthusiasts around the world.

The highly aromatic, rich and spicy Cilantro adds the perfect flavor to any cuisine! This plant is ideal for harvesting both the cilantro leaves and coriander seeds.The unique flavor of this cilantro is bold and bright with a touch of citrus undertones. Cilantro is the perfect herb for a patio container or herb kit in a window sill, sow every ten days for a continuous harvest.

Virginia Bright Leaf is an heirloom variety dating back many decades. It averages 6' in height with 18-20 leaves per plant below the crows foot. It reaches maturity when blooms appear at 55 days. The light green leaves average 12" wide by 24" long and become a light yellow/green when ripe. Leaves began to ripen as the plant reaches bloom. Air cures easily to a light golden brown with yields averaging 3 oz of dried leaf per plant.

The Sweet Genovese Basil is a popular Italian variety that is prized for its large leaves, wonderful aroma and spicy flavor. If you are making pesto, than this is the basil for you! This basil variety's plants will grow to be 18-24” tall. Make successive sowings for a steady supply and make sure to dry or freeze some for winter use! Certified Organic. Learn more about our organic seeds.

Genovese basil, also known as Ocimum basilicum 'Genovese', is a renowned variety of basil with a rich history rooted in Italian cuisine. Originating from the Genoa region of Italy, this basil has been a staple in Mediterranean cooking for centuries. Characterized by its large, dark green leaves and robust, aromatic flavor, Genovese basil is prized for its sweet, slightly spicy taste with hints of clove and anise. The plant typically grows to about 12 to 24 inches in height, featuring a bushy, upright growth habit that makes it ideal for garden beds and containers. Genovese basil's foliage is its main attraction, as it remains vibrant and lush throughout the growing season. The plant usually begins to flower in mid to late summer, producing small, white or pale purple flower spikes, although the primary harvest is focused on the flavorful leaves. Genovese basil thrives in warm, sunny environments with well-drained soil and regular watering, making it a favorite among gardeners and chefs for its culinary versatility and aromatic qualities. With its rich heritage, outstanding flavor, and vigorous growth, Genovese basil is an essential herb in both traditional and contemporary kitchens.

Hidcote Superior Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is a highly regarded variety of English lavender, known for its compact growth, aromatic foliage, and stunning deep purple-blue flowers. These seeds produce hardy, drought-tolerant plants that thrive in well-drained soil and full sun, making them perfect for creating fragrant borders, herb gardens, or even for use in making homemade lavender sachets or oils. The plant’s strong, sweet fragrance is a favorite among gardeners and pollinators alike. Hidcote Superior Lavender is particularly admired for its resilience, long-lasting blooms, and ability to attract bees and butterflies, making it an excellent addition to any garden or landscape.

Stoechas Spanish Lavender (Lavandula stoechas) is a unique and vibrant variety of lavender, distinguished by its showy, brightly colored flowers and distinctive “rabbit ear” shaped bracts that sit atop each bloom. These seeds grow into compact, bushy plants that thrive in full sun and well-drained, slightly alkaline soil, making them ideal for coastal gardens, rock gardens, or container planting. Unlike traditional English lavenders, Stoechas Spanish Lavender blooms earlier in the season, often starting in late spring to early summer, and continues to produce its aromatic flowers through summer. The plant’s bold purple and pink flowers, combined with its fragrant foliage, make it a favorite for attracting bees and butterflies. Stoechas Lavender is particularly drought-tolerant and heat-resistant, making it well-suited for warmer climates and low-water gardens.

A lavender that produces flowers the first year from seed. Produces a more consistent and early flower blooms. Bright white spikes top silvery-green mounded plants with vigorous branching habit. 12-16" tall and 6-8" wide when mature.

Hyssop is a popular ornamental herb in the mint family that is great for attracting bees and other beneficial insects to the garden. This herb produces bright blue to violet flowers that are used to make a soothing tea. You can harvest the flowers in midsummer and hang them upside down under shade to dry.

Borage is a mounded plant that produces beautiful blue flowers that are great for using as a garnish for different dishes or drinks. This large variety is a self seeding annual that bears hundreds of small edible flowers, mostly blue and some pink, over a long harvest. Borage has a mild cucumber flavor that is great for salads and garnishes. Medicinal: Seed oil is a rich source of gamma-linolenic acid.