Below is a selection of herbs that are used for the production of tea, culinary purposes, potpourri or dried for decorative purposes.

Lady's mantle (Alchemilla mollis) – This beautiful plant looks absolutely beautiful in the garden is growing and is a shrub that can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. The flowers can with the air-drying method or the method of glycerol are obtained. They are very popular in fresh or dried flower arrangements or bouquets. SmallSprays of flowers can be used for flower, the work will be pressed. The leaves, when applied to the skin, to a great skin tonic, after they were infused and cooled in the refrigerator. Infusion or the whole plant and drink tea as a medicine to relieve symptoms of diarrhea or menopausal symptoms.

Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) and Southernwood (Artemisia abrotanum) – Both hardy plants are easy to grow and can be propagated from cuttings in early autumn. The silvery foliage is veryattractive in the garden and can also be used in fresh flower bouquets or pressed or dried flower arrangements. With herbs in potpourri or in anti-moth sachet is very popular. The leaves, when dried, can be used for this purpose.

Rue (Ruta graveolens) – A hardy evergreen shrub, multiply by division in spring or from cuttings in early autumn. For decorative purposes, head of the dry seeds. The leaves can be either pressed or glycerined. Rue looks very attractive in the garden andfor fresh Tussie-Mussi. It can also be used in small quantities for cooking and works very well in the anti-moth sachet.

Cotton Lavender (Santolina chamaecyparissus) – Another hardy evergreen shrub that some silver color will indicate the boundaries of a garden. Multiply by cuttings through the summer and early autumn.
A shrub is very pretty, "Lemon Queen". Instead of the normal bright yellow color of most other varieties, it has a cream-colored flowers. AnotherDiversity Santolina neapolitana is noteworthy because of the very attractive leaves. This herb can be used fresh, dried or pressed for decorative purposes, and is also used in pot pourris and anti-moth sachet.

Feverfew (Chrysanthemum parthenium) – A shrub, which is an abundance of seed or cuttings and division, it has done. A variety in particular that will give a bright color to any garden is 'Aureum'. This plant has bright lime-green leaves, and if theFlowers are dried, they can be used in pot pourris. The leaves can be infused for tea-and may help migraine patients.

Hops (Humulus lupulus) – This is a rugged and beautiful climbing plant, if subsequent a fence, garden arbor, or any other form. The flowers and leaves are in arrangements, wreaths or garlands and female flowers, which uses the beer. Hop pillows are also made into a sleeping aid. It is also said that tea from the infusion of the flowers, and alittle honey has a calming effect and helps with the hangover.

Heather (Calluna vulgaris) – A hardy shrub requires very little maintenance and is especially beautiful in the garden when they bloom. Heather can be dried, but is much better when preserved in glycerine. Useful in dried decorative arrangements or potpourri. The young heather tips can be infused for an herbal tea and can be used for skin and complexion problems be helpful.

Carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus) – A perennialbut will be of short duration, where severe frost. Propagate by cuttings taken in spring. Although there are many other varieties,
"Doris" has a wonderful aroma. Preserve flowers in silica gel for decorations or potpourri dry or air dry for arrangements. The flowers are for the production of floral vinegar, jam or wine and great wine with a nerve tonic can be infused.

Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) – A hardy evergreen shrub is a must for any garden and isbest when flowering. Easily propagated from cuttings in spring or autumn. There are many types to choose from. "Hidcote is" a dark purple variety with "Alba" in contrasting white. Another variety of interesting shapes, is French lavender (Lavandula stoecbas). Lavender has a multitude of applications. For example, in the kitchen for lavender oil, vinegar and mustard in potpourri and sachets. The oil is an excellent remedy for insect bites, stings and burns. Lavender is apopular aromatic herbs. Add a few drops to your bath water and have a relaxing experience.

Borage (Borago officinalis) – A Half that self-seeds but may grow new plants each year. You can dry the flowers press, but the leaves are not very good. Crystallize the flowers for cake decorating, and try to use to mix the leaves into soft cheese or to decorate the dishes.

Mint (Mentha) – There are a variety of coins, all perennials. They arepropagated by root division or cuttings and takes over your garden. It is proposed to them in pots or bags that have sunk into the soil planted to contain their roots. Mint is very popular in the kitchen for jams and sauces, as an accompaniment for roast lamb. Herbs in the kitchen are to the taste of potatoes, carrots and peas. Mint tea have a very relaxing effect and can be used to relieve colds. Use relaxation as a hair thoroughly in the scalp or pilliows. Somethe most common mints are peppermint, spearmint, apple mint, pennyroyal and lemon balm. All can be used in vegetable bouquets.

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) – An Evergreen shrub, a sunny spot that gets up and can be propagated by cuttings. Also best used for cooking, especially with lamb, pork or vegetables. Infused use in potpourri or as a tea to help digestion or use in the bath for an invigorating effect. Rosemary oil, if diluted, can be used as a hairspülen. Rosemary is a gray color when glycerined.

Costus or ALECOST (Chrysanthemum balsamita) – A perennial, the sun is. Divide in spring or autumn. There was once used in beer, but now it has becoming increasingly popular for use in wild or flavoring vegetables, poultry. Used in pot-pourris is an insect repellent and fragrance to wash your laundry, or add water.

Thyme (Thymus) – An evergreen shrub from cuttings or seeds poropagated. Use fresh flower bouquetsfor their flavor or for cooking. Also as a soothing tea for chest pain or as an aid to sleep. When dried, can be used in pot pourris, as a facial steam for a clear complexion, in stocks, marinades and stuffings.

Rose (Rosa) – Hardy Shrubs bought as plants or propagated from curttings in the fall. There are many very beautiful colors and varieties and a must for every garden. You can use fresh or dried arrangements or potpourri. Petals are used,Crystallized salads or for decoration. The hips are used in teas, wines, liqueurs and jams or a tonic called "rose water", the dry and mature skin aids.

Lemon verbena (Aloysia triphylla) – A half hardy shrub but it is killing frost in winter, if not protected in a greenhouse. Take advantage of the dry cuttings in spring. Add dried leaves to potpourri or for adding scent clothes drawers. Great in tea, hot or cold, and finger bowls. Reduce Soak pads in the tea and place on the eyes to helpSwelling. Also helps in bronchial and nasal congestion. Mix it in your favorite apple jelly recipe for a unique taste.

Fennel (Foeniculum vulgaree) – A shrub seeds in the fall and divided. Weed out plants when they are needed to prevent them from invading your garden. Have plants that are not in the vicinity of "dill", as they could cross pollinate and ruin the flavor. Dry in the air, flowers, or get in glycerine. The flower of the bronze-type can be chewed for a touch of sweetener and the seeds and leavesas a deep cleansing facial steam bath of the skin can be used. The teas will help the digestion and the leaves can be chopped and sprinkled over vegetables and fish.

Basil (Ocimum basilicum) – An annual and is not the easiest herb to grow and does not respond to overwatering. Best grown in a pot in the house or a greenhouse, even though I personally lucky it grows in my herb garden in the south and was sunny side of my house. The purple variety is very nice in the garden and can be usedas part of a dried herb wreath or decoration. If they made a tea that has antiseptic properties to aid the relief of nausea and is well known for its culinary uses in tomato-garlic specialties. There is also a very refreshing swim.

Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile) – An Evergreen shrub from cuttings or divisions increased. The double variety 'Flore-pleno' when dried, used in decorations. The flowers and leaves are used for pot and if pourrisInfusion may be used as a hair bulb. Chamomile tea is a very good tonic and is intended to prevent anxiety and nightmares. Place tea bags on the eyes to reduce swelling and to lighten the shadows.

SCENTED geraniums (Pelargonium) – Evergreen perennials that need to be moved indoors or in a greenhouse in winter. Take cuttings and root them in sand. The different varieties and scents of lemon, orange, rose and peppermint and are all very well in the pot used pourris. Theycan also be used for culinary purposes such as in jelly, sorbet and syrup. The infusion of the leaves and put into bath bags for a Aroma-Bath.