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1. Dream it! Make it! Bake it! Shake it!:  Herb of the Year 2019  |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7108 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
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 Posted - Jan 05 2019 : 09:24:16 AM
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This year the International Herb Society has chosen anise hyssop as their herb of the year. I will plant one if I can locate one. The apple mint I planted last year is spreading and surviving the winter so far.
The Herb of the Year is only a suggestion. If you are interested in planting a herb or rose to celebrate our Jubilee the plant you choose is up to you. Like everything else when it comes to celebrating our Jubilee we do it our own way.
Sara~~~ FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14
FarmGirl of the Month Sept 2015.
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth.
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quiltee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Linda
Terrell
TX
USA
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Posted - Jan 05 2019 : 12:02:47 PM
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What is the anise hyssop herb used in - baking? I love the old hard anise cookies we soetimes made at Christmas.
Farmgirl hugs,
Farmgirl #1919
Farm Girl of the Month April 2017
Linda O
Lone Oak, TX
"Women are Angels, and when someone breaks our wings, we simply continue to fly . . . on a broomstick - we're flexible, like that."
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7108 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
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Posted - Jan 05 2019 : 12:17:51 PM
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Linda I did a quick search and found just plain hyssop. Here's the info - I would think it should apply to anise hyssop too.
Dried Hyssop has been used sparingly as a minty culinary addition to soups, stews and herbal teas. Fresh leaves can be added to soft cheeses, butters, sauces and dips. Experiment with small amounts because it can be bitter. Flowers are milder flavored and can be used as a garnish.
Sara~~~ FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14
FarmGirl of the Month Sept 2015.
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth.
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7108 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
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Posted - Jan 05 2019 : 1:43:01 PM
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Forgive me a senior moment. I forgot I have a lavender hyssop that I planted last year. If it makes it through the winter I won't look for an anise hyssop. May go with a Thai basil instead- been wanting one for a couple of years.
Sara~~~ FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14
FarmGirl of the Month Sept 2015.
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth.
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hudsonsinaf
True Blue Farmgirl
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Shannon
Rozet
Wyoming
USA
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Posted - Jan 05 2019 : 3:25:12 PM
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I'm not sure I will be getting anise hyssop (I'm wondering if that has the same scent/flavor as star anise, which I don't like), but I will definitely be planting some hyssop this year! Hard to believe we are already planning!
~ Shannon, Sister # 5349
Farmgirl of the Month - January 2016
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loribeck
True Blue Farmgirl
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Lori
Alvordton
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USA
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Posted - Jan 05 2019 : 6:35:38 PM
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Very interesting topic as I have never heard of the anise hyssop or the apple mint. The good news is that I am learning a lot by reading the posts on this website.
Lori Beck |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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churunga
True Blue Farmgirl
3957 Posts
Marie
Minneapolis
MN
USA
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Posted - Jan 09 2019 : 08:29:23 AM
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I have planted hyssop before. It has a slightly licorice flavor. It also deadens pain. I would pack fresh leaves into an aching tooth.
Marie, Sister #5142
Farmgirl of the Month May 2014
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7108 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
7108 Posts |
Posted - Jan 09 2019 : 08:49:50 AM
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Marie that's interesting about using hyssop leaves for toothache. Thanks for letting us know. I like growing herbs that are medicinal.
Sara~~~ FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14
FarmGirl of the Month Sept 2015.
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth.
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Bonnie Ellis
True Blue Farmgirl
2474 Posts
Bonnie
Minneapolis
Minnesota
USA
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Posted - Jan 29 2019 : 3:41:46 PM
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I love anise hyssop too. Have had lots of it in the garden. Adds a unique flavor to the room.
grandmother and orphan farmgirl |
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marjean
True Blue Farmgirl
3857 Posts
Marsha
Deltona
FL
USA
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7108 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
7108 Posts |
Posted - Feb 10 2019 : 05:19:36 AM
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I have a new old cookbook from a shop for $1. Sage Cottage Herb Garden Cookbook by Dorry Baird Morris 1991.
There's a recipe for herb iced tea with anise hyssop.
Eight 12" pieces of lemon balm
Four 4" pieces of pineapple sage
One 8" sprig anise hyssop
Rinse
Bend stems in half, then half again, crushing lightly.
Add 5 cups boiling water; steep. It doesn't say how long to steep but most recipes call for 5 min for hot tea. It may take longer for this recipe because it is for iced tea and more water will be added so you want a extra strong tea.
Strain. Add 5 cups cold water; chill; serve over ice.
Sweeten with honey or sugar if desired.
Note: Anise flowers may be used to garnish teas.
Sara~~~ FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14
FarmGirl of the Month Sept 2015.
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth.
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ruthie218
True Blue Farmgirl
1425 Posts
Ruthie Ann
Indiana
USA
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Posted - Mar 09 2019 : 7:01:58 PM
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I will be planting a rose bush for jubilee as I was given one for my birthday . I want to look for a hyssop to plant as well.
Ruthie Ann
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7108 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
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Posted - Mar 11 2019 : 2:11:01 PM
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Ruthie Ann what kind of rose did you receive for your birthday?
Last year I planted a lavender hyssop and it survived the winter and is putting out new growth. I have limited sunny spaces for herbs so I won't be getting an anise hyssop. I did order a yellow rose "Mrs Oakley Fisher" for a large container. It will be my Jubilee plant for this year and to commentate being chosen Feb FGOTM. Will have to make a special label for it. I like making plant labels.
For new plants I make labels with how much water they need. M - moist; D - dry; D+ needs a little more water. The letters are big enough so I don't need my glasses - makes watering a lot easier.
Sara~~~ FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14
FarmGirl of the Month Sept 2015. & Feb 2019
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth.
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Posted - Mar 11 2019 : 7:08:38 PM
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well rats!!!, still up to our eyeballs in snow, with 2-4" of snow due in tonight!
I did buy some non-GMO seeds.... by the 'Page's Seeds" company.. but most likely have to wait till late May to plant them..
Oh sigh,,, it's been a long Winter...
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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ruthie218
True Blue Farmgirl
1425 Posts
Ruthie Ann
Indiana
USA
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Posted - May 04 2019 : 06:56:07 AM
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Happy Jubilee ladies.
Today we are planting a herb garden outside the front door. We being my daughter and I will plant a herb garden for kitchen tea and medical. We will also be planting my mini pink rose bush .
Ruthie Ann
Farmgirl sister#4072 |
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ruthie218
True Blue Farmgirl
1425 Posts
Ruthie Ann
Indiana
USA
1425 Posts |
Posted - May 04 2019 : 07:02:53 AM
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Happy Jubilee ladies.
Today we are planting a herb garden outside the front door. We being my daughter and I will plant a herb garden for kitchen tea and medical. We will also be planting my mini pink rose bush .
Ruthie Ann
Farmgirl sister#4072 |
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7108 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
7108 Posts |
Posted - May 04 2019 : 07:09:35 AM
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Ruthie you're enjoy having your herb garden close to the door. Rose pedals are good in teas too.
Sara~~~ FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14
FarmGirl of the Month Sept 2015. & Feb 2019
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth.
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Bonnie Ellis
True Blue Farmgirl
2474 Posts
Bonnie
Minneapolis
Minnesota
USA
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Posted - May 04 2019 : 5:46:18 PM
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Happy jubilee to all! We've had frost every morning but today it is 73! Can't plant till frost goes away! I have had anise hyssop in my garden before. It smells wonderful!
grandmother and orphan farmgirl |
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Krissel
True Blue Farmgirl
251 Posts
Vicki
Sebring
FLORIDA
USA
251 Posts |
Posted - May 04 2019 : 5:51:41 PM
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Oh yum! I'm excited to see what everyone is planting and drinking! I am happy to say that I am also planting a herb garden and flowers in my side yard as soon as the swamp drains! In Massatuchett it is raining and cool! I did plant my cherry tomatoes in the house to get the starting of productive things! I also dug a drain ditch about 10 foot long to send water into the road from my side yard! I love flowers in salads and deserts! Teas of all kinds and snacking on fresh sprouts too!
Farmgirl#7588
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Krissel
True Blue Farmgirl
251 Posts
Vicki
Sebring
FLORIDA
USA
251 Posts |
Posted - May 06 2019 : 3:53:40 PM
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Well I planted a bunch of seeds in containers on my kitchen table under the window! If I wait on the weather I will miss the season! So I started some flowers and tomatoes and okra. Hopefully it will transplant nicely in a couple of weeks!lol! Yay!
Farmgirl#7588
Laughter makes the heart strong! |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - May 06 2019 : 6:58:45 PM
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I have seeds,,, and I am not afraid to sow them... lol!
Now to just have a nice sunny day to get outside and plant them...
I am going to have to buy a new chocolate mint plant, mine didn't make it, neither did my Sage.. all ok, I don't mind having an excuse to go plant shopping! heeheehe!
How is the Hyssop coming along?
>^..^<
Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
www.katmom4.blogspot.com & http://graciesvictorianrose.blogspot.com
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7108 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
7108 Posts |
Posted - May 07 2019 : 04:35:41 AM
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Thanks for asking about hyssop, Grace. My lavender hyssop overwintered in raised bed and is coming back better than ever. Never did order the anise hyssop.
Sara~~~ FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14
FarmGirl of the Month Sept 2015. & Feb 2019
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth.
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BeckyT
True Blue Farmgirl
180 Posts
Rebecca
Byhalia
Ms
USA
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Posted - May 07 2019 : 06:09:57 AM
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YellowRose
True Blue Farmgirl
7108 Posts
Sara
Paris
TX
USA
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Posted - May 07 2019 : 06:17:07 AM
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Rebecca, Althea bushes are so pretty. My neighbor across the street has several in her backyard and I enjoy them when in bloom. You'll have to let us know how they do.
I was a young woman before I ever heard it called an Althea bush. Before then I knew it as the Rose of Sharon - such a beautiful name.
Sara~~~ FarmGirl Sister #6034 8/25/14
FarmGirl of the Month Sept 2015. & Feb 2019
Lord put your arm around my shoulders and your hand over my mouth.
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Edited by - YellowRose on May 07 2019 06:25:39 AM |
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Krissel
True Blue Farmgirl
251 Posts
Vicki
Sebring
FLORIDA
USA
251 Posts |
Posted - May 30 2019 : 2:15:11 PM
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Anise hyssop - FineGardening
Anise hyssop from www.finegardening.com
A classic plant for both herb gardens and borders, anise hyssop is composed of erect branches of mint-and- licorice-scented, medium green leaves ending in fuzzy spikes of small lavender flowers. The plant grows to 3 to ...
Farmgirl#7588
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1. Dream it! Make it! Bake it! Shake it!: Herb of the Year 2019 |
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Herb of the Year 2019
