The Beginner's Herb Garden: An Herb Society of America Guide

LEMON VERBENA - Aloysia citriodora

Description: Tender north of zone 8; height 2-4'. Shrub-like plant with crisp, light green leaves, small white flowers.
Culture: Well-drained, medium-rich soil in full sun or partial shade. Often grown in containers.
Propagation: Cuttings - green stems which have begun to harden seem to root best.
Notes: The best herbal lemon - the scent and flavor strongly persists, even when dried.

LOVAGE - Levisticum officinale

Description: Hardy perennial; height 3-5'. Dark green, shiny, celery-like leaves, umbels of small greenish- yellow flowers. Culture: Moist, well-drained, medium-rich soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation: Seed, cuttings.
	lovage Levisticum officinale

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