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.

Burley 64 is a columnar formed plant growing to 6' in height, and reaches maturity in about 65 days. It is a white stemmed burley with large light green leaves that turn bright yellow as they ripen. It gives good yields with very little suckering, and cures easily, either stalk hung or primed. Burley 64 is resistant to black root rot, tobacco mosaic virus, fusarium wilt, and black shank.

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.

The Candy Stevia is a delicious natural sugar-free sweetener as its small leaves are 30 times sweeter than regular sugar. Once dried, each Candy plant can yield up to 1/2 pound of sweet leaves. Harvest this Stevia for fresh use or dried and grounded into powder. Stevia by nature has low germination rates. 60% is normal. Place directly on grow medium and lightly water. Needs light to germinate.

The Evergreen Parsley is a dark green curly variety with an excellent flavor, fresh or dried, and is an All-American Selection winner for a reason! This Parsley is frost resistant and grows vigorously. Evergreen is perfect for adding to soups, salads or even as a garnish. Certified Organic. Learn more about our organic seeds.

Habano 2000 is derived from a crossing between the variety Corojo and a Cuban dark tobacco, the Habano 2.1.1, from which is derived its resistance to the Gray Mold. Grown in direct sun. it reaches an average height of 6 feet with 14-16 leaves per plant. In very rich soils it can develop up to 18 leaves per plant. Sun grown plants are often used as a binder or filler. Grown under a shade cloths, Habano 2000 makes an excellent wrapper.

Golden Burley is a medium flavored Burley with excellent curability. The leaves grow up to 30" long by 12" wide, and turn a bright lemon yellow when ripe. Plants grow 5 to 6 feet in height with little to no suckering. Matures in 60-65 days after transplant. Air cures to a light buck skin brown color. The smoke is flavorful, yet mild. Requires less aging time than most Burleys.

American 572 is a tall plant with an aromatic high grade leaf. Excellent for air drying or flu curing. Considered one of the best varieties of Americana.

The Vera Lavender is a very popular home garden lavender variety that produces a lovely, strong lavender scent that can be used to freshen up the home. This lavender variety has several uses including both culinary and medicinal properties. The Vera lavender plants grow to be 18" to 36" tall and produces a profusion of lilac-purple flowers on silvery foliage.

Havana 501 tobacco, a revered member of the tobacco family, is celebrated for its rich heritage, distinctive flavor, and versatility. Originating from the fertile fields of Cuba, this renowned variety is renowned for its connection to the world-famous Cuban cigar tradition. Havana 501 boasts medium to dark brown leaves, carefully cultivated and cured to perfection. Its flavor profile is characterized by a harmonious blend of earthy richness, subtle sweetness, and spicy undertones, creating a complex and satisfying smoking experience. The aroma of Havana 501 is equally captivating, with hints of cedar, leather, and warm spices that evoke images of old Havana cigar lounges. Whether enjoyed on its own in a premium cigar or blended with other tobaccos to enhance complexity, Havana 501 exemplifies the craftsmanship and tradition of Cuban tobacco cultivation. Its timeless appeal and exceptional quality have earned it a place of honor among tobacco connoisseurs worldwide, embodying the spirit of Havana's storied cigar-making heritage.

Florida Sumatra is an heirloom tobacco that makes an excellent cigar wrapper when shade grown. It grows to 6 feet in height with leaves averaging 24 inches long and 15 inches wide.

The Munstead Lavender is a beautifully mounded, bushy lavender plant variety that gives off a very delicate, sweet aroma. This bushy variety produces very attractive fragrant, purple flowers that are perfect for adding to bouquets or garnished on baked goods.

Mohawk Rustica is native to Central America as was widely cultivated by Native Americans and grown through out the southern US. It grows to 3' in height and is similar to Aztec, but with less branching. The leaves are thick, dark green in color and are among the largest of any Rustica variety. The flowers are a bright yellow and are densely packed. Mohawk is very high in nicotine content.

Catnip is a very fragrant herb that is great for making aromatic teas, as well as giving it to your cats as a treat! This vigorous plant is not only great for playing with a cat, but is also known for having medicinal properties for getting rid of the cold and flu. Conventional seed available.

The standard Chive is a hardy perennial herb that is equally attractive as it is delicious. The 6-12 inch tall clumps are perfect for patio containers! Along with the delicate, flat onion-flavored leaves, the standard chives is also popular for the cut and come again lavender flowers. This organic favorite is widely used as flavoring in many dishes.

The Chive is a widely known herb that produces flat, solid leaves with a wonderfully pungent flavor that is similar to onions. This plant can grows as high as 1.5' feet and 12" inches wide.

The Greek Oregano is a popular herb with an excellent flavor that is a must for many Italian dishes like fish, pizza, tomato sauce and dressings. This perennial has a stronger and more aromatic fragrance than the common oregano and is known for its culinary and ornamental uses. Enjoy the Greek Oregano's beautiful purple blooms all summer long!

The Aroma 2 Basil produces beautiful glossy, dark green leaves with a strong flavor that is definitely many chefs favorite! This Genovese type of basil has 3" leaves that are slow to bolt. Certified Organic. Learn more about our organic seeds.

Anise is an annual/biennial herb that produces little, dainty white flowers and seed that has a refreshing licorice flavor. The small 1.5-2 feet tall plants have feather like green leaflets that are great for making aromatic tea. Anise seed produced from the plants can be used whole or ground in doughs or fillings of baked goods or brewed to make a delicate licorice-flavored tea.