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.

Catnip seeds grow into Nepeta cataria, a hardy perennial herb in the mint family that has been cultivated in Europe since ancient times and brought to North America by early settlers. Known for its gray-green, heart-shaped leaves and small clusters of lavender-white flowers, catnip thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, often self-seeding and spreading easily once established. While its slightly minty, herbal flavor is less appealing to humans than other mints, it has been used historically in teas and remedies for relaxation and digestive support. Most famously, catnip contains the compound nepetalactone, which excites and entertains cats, making it a favorite for cat toys, treats, and enrichment, while also serving as a pollinator-friendly addition to herb gardens.

The Thai Basil is a highly ornamental and fragrant variety that produces deep green leaves with beautiful purple stems and blossoms. This variety has a distinctive flavor combination of cloves and mint with a delicate sweetness. You can use both its leaves and flowers in recipes as well as a garnish.

Comfrey is a hardy, drought tolerant plant that is easy to start from seed. A clumping herb comprised of multiple stalks, prefers well drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Grows between 36-48 inches. Comfrey will put nutrients into the soil, mulch trees, and shrubs, prevent weeds, feed livestock, attract beneficial pollinators, and make quick compost tea. Comfrey seed is by nature a low germination seed. On average expect 25% germination. It can also take 3-4 weeks for a comfrey seed to germinate.

Everything you need to grow a custom herb kit at any time of the year! This herb kit comes with three galvanized steel pots and tray stand that will last for years! Comes with 5 herb packets (basil, cilantro, rosemary, chives, parsley). This herb kit will grow great indoors and out! It looks great on a windowsill and will provide tasty fresh herbs for your family. Includes: 3 Metal Pots, 1 Drip Tray, Soil Pellets, Herb Seeds, Wooden Markers and Instructions. Dimensions: 14"x 4"x 4"

Everything you need to grow a custom herb kit at any time of the year! This herb kit comes with three galvanized steel pots and tray stand that will last for years! Comes with 5 herb packets (basil, cilantro, rosemary, chives, parsley). This herb kit will grow great indoors and out! It looks great on a windowsill and will provide tasty fresh herbs for your family. Includes: 3 Metal Pots, 1 Drip Tray, Soil Pellets, Herb Seeds, Wooden Markers and Instructions. Dimensions: 14"x 4"x 4"

Spearmint seeds yield a robust and aromatic herb with a rich history and distinctive qualities. Believed to have originated in the Mediterranean region, spearmint has been used since ancient times for its cooling, digestive benefits and its refreshing flavor. The plant is characterized by its bright green, ovate leaves with a smooth texture and a slightly serrated edge, emitting a sweet, mildly spicy aroma. Spearmint typically reaches maturity in about 70 to 90 days, depending on the growing conditions, and it exhibits a vigorous, spreading growth habit. It thrives in well-drained soil with ample moisture and prefers full sun to partial shade. As a perennial, spearmint can spread extensively, forming a dense ground cover if not managed with barriers or containers. Its flavor is sweet and minty, with subtle herbal undertones, making it a favorite for culinary uses such as in teas, salads, sauces, and as a garnish. The fresh, vibrant flavor and versatile growth habits make spearmint a valuable addition to any herb garden.

Creeping thyme, also known as Thymus serpyllum, is a low-growing, aromatic herb with a long history of use in gardens and culinary applications. Native to Europe and Asia, creeping thyme has been valued since ancient times for its medicinal properties and culinary versatility. This perennial herb is characterized by its tiny, evergreen leaves and dense, mat-forming growth habit, which makes it an excellent choice for ground cover or between stepping stones in herb gardens. Creeping thyme typically features small, delicate pink or purple flowers that bloom in summer, adding a touch of color to its lush green foliage.The plants are known for their resilience and ability to thrive in well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. With its pleasant fragrance, low-maintenance growth, and ability to attract pollinators, creeping thyme is a valuable addition to both ornamental and functional garden spaces.

Virginia 116 is a bright leaf Virginia Gold variety which grows to 4 1/2 feet in height. Good disease resistance. It produces an average of 19 leaves when topped, excluding bed leaves. Leaves are up to 24" long and 12" wide. It gives good yields, and turns light yellow as it ripens in around 65 days. Easy to air cure and dries a bright golden yellow. It is mild to smoke and is an excellent choice for a cigarette tobacco or in a pipe.

Wild Thyme has a wonder fragrance and beautiful bloom that does well in most gardens. Spreads easily on its own and does well in drought tolerant locations. Forms a dense mat that create an excellent ground-cover. Plants are 6-12 inches tall, and the lavender flowers appear just above the foliage. As with many species in the mint family, the flowers of Wild Thyme are very attractive to honey bees and wild bees. Also know as lemon thyme, larger thyme, and broad-leaf thyme.

The Persian Basil produces beautifully large and amazingly delicious bright green leaves that will enhance just about any dish! You will love having this beauty grow in your garden and so will pollinators as it is also a very attractive ornamental plant. Enjoy the zesty Persian Basil in any soup, pasta or salad. This variety is a prolific producer.

Pink Perfume Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is a charming variety known for its delicate, soft pink flowers and sweet, soothing fragrance. These seeds produce compact, bushy plants that thrive in well-drained soil and full sun, much like other lavender varieties. Pink Perfume Lavender is prized for both its ornamental beauty and its ability to attract pollinators like bees and butterflies. The flowers, which appear in late spring to early summer, have a subtle yet captivating scent that’s perfect for use in making perfumes, sachets, or even in culinary applications. This variety is also particularly appreciated for its hardiness and resilience, making it a great choice for gardeners looking to add a touch of color and fragrance to their landscapes.

A relative or Oregano with a zesty flavor. Originally from the Mediterranean this spice has been used for centuries to flavor meals. Combines flavors of sweet marjoram, thyme and oregano all in one!