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:: Specializing in Medicinal and Culinary Herbs, Composters,
Growing Systems, and Greenhouses ::
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Q: |
What is the shelf life of bulk herbs? What is
the best way to store them? |
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Shelf life varies from one herb to another. A
powdered herb will lose its properties much
faster than a whole or cut herb. Those with
volatile oils like peppermint will lose their
freshness much sooner than those without the
oils. Roots have the longest shelf life as they
are much denser than say flowers and leaves.
Most dried herbs last from one to two years. The
best way to store them is in a cool dark place
preferably in a sealed glass container. |
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Q: |
What are the differences between “pesticides
free”, “certified organic”, and “grown without
pesticides or chemicals?” |
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“Pesticides free” means that no chemical
pesticides have been used during growth;
chemical fertilizers may have been used.
“Certified Organic”, products have been
certified to be grown organically by the United
States Department of Agriculture or an approved
agency. “Grown without pesticides or
chemicals?”, means that the grower has not paid
the fee or been through an inspection for
organic certification but claims to follow the
best management practices of Organic growers. |
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Q: |
Can I Grow Herbs In flower pots and potting
soil? |
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Many Herbs grow in the wild under somewhat harsh
conditions however herbs like well drained soil,
at least seven hours of sunlight, and depending
upon the region where the herb originated either
moist or dry soil. For example, Mediterranean
herbs like Oregano grow in dry soil. Flower pots
will work fine if they have a hole for drainage.
Add a little sand to the mix depending on the
herb. |
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Q: |
I have read about some herbs grown in Peru that
are rich in anti oxidants, how can I get them? |
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A: |
Contact us
and we can special order them through one of our
trusted sources. |
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