Nepeta cataria ssp. citrina – 1 packet (100 seeds) £2.49
Quite unlike ordinary catmint, handle or squeeze the leaves and they give off a rich lemony fragrancy which pervades the garden with rich flowery perfume on still, warm summer evenings. It’s easy to grow and can be treated as either annual or perennial making a good border or summer hedge plant. Fashion conscious cats are taking it up in droves as the ‘in’ catmint to brush-up against. ‘William’ who’s enthusiasm for catmint has not diminished since his last starring role amongst T&M’s ordinary catmint 11 years ago, was persauded (on a full stomach) to pose against these lemons so that you would know about his new found catmint fragrance delight ‘Lemon Scented Catmint’. Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Lemon Balm – Duchy Originals Organic Seeds – 1 packet (250 seeds) £1.99
A bushy herb that resembles mint in appearance, with an invigorating lemon scent when the leaves are crushed. The aromatic foliage can be used to make refreshing lemon balm tea or added to soups and oils for a tangy lemon flavour. Lemon balm flowers are particularly attractive to bees giving rise to its other name, bee balm. This hardy perennial herb has a vigorous habit which is best restricted by growing it in a container. Height: 50cm (20″). Spread: 45cm (18″). Useful links:How to grow herbs  Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Mint – 1 packet (1250 seeds) £1.99
The ideal accompaniment to roast lamb – homemade mint sauce is hard to beat! Add to boiled new potatoes and peas, make mint jelly or garnish summer drinks. Growing mint plants is so easy and this aromatic herb plant has a multitude of culinary uses. This vigorous perennial is best planted in a container to control its spread. Height: 30cm (12″). Spread: 100cm (39″). Useful links:How to grow herbs  Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Basil ‘Sweet Green’ – 1 packet (400 seeds) £1.99
With a flavour that tastes of mint and cloves, Basil ‘Sweet Green’ compliments courgette and tomato dishes and is quite legendary in pesto. Large aromatic leaves are produced on neat bushy plants. The fresh basil leaves make a delicious addition to salads and pasta dishes. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 40cm (16”).Useful links:How to grow herbs  Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Lettuce ‘Crisp Mint’ (Cos) – Heritage – 1 packet £1.99
Exclusively launched by T&M back in 1979 as the most crisp and sweet hearted Cos which stood in perfect quality without bolting through the summer. Uprighthabit with noticeable savoyed/bubbled dark green outer leaves. Good sweetness, use as a sugar cos when young, or as a fully hearted mature lettuce. Also suited asa ‘cut and come again’ salading.

Salad ‘Burnet’ – 1 packet (150 seeds) £1.99
Salad Burnet can be used in salads and added to cooling drinks in a similar way to Borage. The leaves of this unusual hardy perennial herb have a delicate cucumber flavour and in many recipes are interchangeable with mint. Use the young leaves regularly as they become increasing bitter with maturity. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 40cm (16”).Useful links:How to grow herbs 

Mint (Pennyroyal) – 1 packet (250 seeds) £1.99
This hardy, ground hugging perennial, has strong, pungent peppermint scented leaves that are traditionally used to make a refreshing, aromatic tea, and is often reputed to be an effective insect repellant. Fresh Pennyroyal mint leaves can also be used in moderation as a seasoning for stuffings, sauces, stews or with game, while the dried leaves add a subtle flavour to stewed fruits. Pennyroyal is one of the smallest of the mint family but will happily scramble through borders if left unchecked. Height: 30cm (12″). Spread: 100cm (39″). Caution: Pennyroyal should not be consumed during pregnancy.Useful links:How to grow herbs  Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

Lemon Balm – 1 packet (500 seeds) £1.89
A bushy herb that resembles mint in appearance, with an invigorating lemon scent when the leaves are crushed. The aromatic foliage can be used to make refreshing lemon balm tea or added to soups and oils for a tangy lemon flavour. Lemon balm flowers are particularly attractive to bees giving rise to its other name, bee balm. This hardy perennial herb has a vigorous habit which is best restricted by growing it in a container. Height: 50cm (20″). Spread: 45cm (18″). Useful links:How to grow herbs  Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.