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Fresh herbs at The Flower Bin

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Fresh Herbs

Culinary and medicinal herbs grown right here in Colorado

Herb Garden to Table

From sun-drenched basil to fragrant lavender, our herb selection brings the garden fresh to your kitchen table. All varieties are grown with care and ready to thrive indoors or out.

Popular Herb Varieties

Basil

Basil

To Harvest Basil: For the best flavor and freshest leaves, harvest basil in the morning after the dew has dried but before the heat of the afternoon.

Rosemary

Rosemary

When Harvesting: Fresh stem tips and leafy sprigs anytime during the growing season. Morning harvests often provide the strongest aroma and flavor.

Thyme

Thyme

Harvest young stems and leafy sprigs anytime during the growing season. Best flavor is just before flowering, and can be used immediately or dried for year-round cooking.

Mint

Cat Grass & Cat Mint

We've got a kitty herb collection! Cat mint (Nepeta spp.) is related to catnip and produces aromatic foliage and flowers that many cats find interesting. Cat Grass is tender grass grown specifically for pets to nibble.

Parsley

Parsley

Whether you're growing Triple Curled or Italian Flat Leaf, the key is simple: harvest the outer stems first and leave the center of the plant growing.

Cilantro

Cilantro and Culantro

Bright, bold Cilantro is used in Latin American while Culantro is for Asian cooking. Cilantro thrives in cool seasons, and Culantro prefers summer heat.

Chives

Chives

Mild onion flavor with pretty purple blooms. Great for eggs, potatoes, and as an edible garnish.

Oregano

Oregano

Bold Mediterranean flavor for pizzas, pastas, and grilled meats. Mexican oregano adds an earthy, slightly citrusy note that gives salsa additional depth. Very hardy and easy to grow in Colorado.

Sage

Sage Variations

Classic flavor is earthy and aromatic, for poultry, sausage and stuffing, and beautiful as a silvery-leafed ornamental in the garden. Pineapple sage is perfect for teas, cocktails, fruit salads, and its vibrant red flowers are a pollinator magnet.

Lavender

Lavender

Beloved for its fragrance, aromatherapy, drying & crafts, and culinary uses. Thrives in Colorado's sunny, dry climate. Lavender is a pollinator magnet. Best choice for Zone 5: Vera Lavender

Herb Bowls

Herb Bowls

Culinary herb starts to complement your vegetable garden — basil, parsley, cilantro, and more. We also create pre-planted herb bowls with Lemon Scents, Mint Varieties, for Cat Lovers, Tea Time and more.

Herb Growing Tip

Most herbs thrive in full sun and well-drained soil. Harvest regularly to encourage bushy growth and prevent bolting. At The Flower Bin, our staff can help you choose the right varieties for your space.

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The Flower Bin has been a trusted family-owned local garden center since 1971. We offer Flower Bin‑grown plants, friendly guidance, and a commitment to helping our community grow and flourish.

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Phone: (303) 772-3454
Address: 1805 Nelson Rd., Longmont, CO 80501
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