Bert Swope
If you are planning on planting a tea garden, you may be wondering what herbs will thrive in your climate. You may have already gotten some inspiration from tea gardens in other regions, but what about herbs that are native to your own region? Here are five suggestions for your tea garden. Read on to find out which herbs will grow well in your climate. They are easy to grow and will attract many beneficial pollinators.
Basil
To grow your own herbal teas, you will need a good garden soil. A slightly acidic or neutral soil is ideal. Chamomile and holy basil are popular choices. Basil has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and helps with stress and anxiety. Tulsi is also good for calming the mind. Mint is easy to grow in a pot. Its roots can be invasive, so you should get a self-watering pot.
Catnip
The herb catnip is a perennial in the mint family, Lamiaceae, and is native to Asia and Europe. It also grows wild in temperate parts of North America. Its leaves die back in the winter, but the protected aerial parts remain green. The plant sends up new growth from its roots every spring. The plant has thick stems, which may be woody when mature. It grows to three to four feet tall.
The plant is used in the making of a soothing herbal tea. Catnip is similar to mint tea, but isn’t nearly as pungent. It blends well with other herbs in a tea blend, and it’s said to relax the nerves and settle the stomach. Many old-timers swear by catnip tea to relieve stress and help them relax. It can be sweetened with honey or stevia leaves for a tasty treat.
Catnip is a perennial herb native to North America, Europe, and Asia. It has many medicinal benefits. The active ingredient nepetalactone helps relax the body and mind. It is especially helpful if you suffer from panic attacks, especially during the night, and can help you sleep. Despite the sedative properties of catnip, it’s not for everyone.
Catnip can be difficult to grow. It can spread rapidly. If you’re growing it in a pot, plant it in a sunny spot in a south-facing window. Keep in mind that it can get out of hand when it’s too big to contain. In addition to catnip, you can also grow other herbs in your tea garden, such as basil or tulsi. Basil is great for tea, but lemon verbena is not winter hardy. If your climate is cooler, plant lemon balm instead. It’s hardier and has a lemony flavor. While most tea herbs prefer a sunny location, catnip does not grow as well in cold climates.
Chamomile
If you’re starting a tea garden, one of the best herbs to grow is chamomile. This perennial plant is a great choice for a tea garden because of its low water and heat requirements, and its mildly aromatic flowers. Chamomile grows well in sunny spots and doesn’t need much care. Other plants that pair well with it include lemon verbena, dianthus, and bee balm. Mints come in many varieties – apple, pepper, Moroccan, and spearmint.
The German chamomile plant is a good choice for an indoor tea garden because it’s relatively easy to grow. It’s easy to care for, and it only needs four hours of light a day. It’s also a good choice for a tea garden because the flowers are incredibly fragrant and help with sleeplessness and anxiety. When grown in a tea garden, you can plant chamomile with other herbs, such as roses, bee balm, and phlox.
If you want to grow chamomile in a tea garden, be sure to plant it in an area that receives full sunlight and good drainage. In addition, chamomile does not require much extra fertilizer and is relatively trouble-free. German chamomile is easy to grow from seed. Begin sowing chamomile seeds indoors six weeks before the last frost. Make sure the seeds get enough light to germinate. Then, if necessary, water them to prevent any weeds. Once seedlings begin to sprout, they can be trimmed by snipping off weak plants at the surface of the soil.
Whether you’re looking for a relaxing tea or an herbal remedy, you’ll love the flowery petals that adorn chamomile plants. This traditional tea is used for soothing sore throats, digestive problems, and insomnia. Chamomile has a daisy-like flower which makes it perfect for the tea garden. The petals and leaves make an exquisite addition to your herbal tea garden.
Cilantro
The best time to plant cilantro is in the fall or early spring, depending on where you live. In zones 8-10, it will grow best in full sun, but will tolerate some light shade. The best time to plant cilantro is in fall, although in cooler climates, planting it in the spring is recommended. If you want to grow cilantro in containers, consider using premium bagged potting mix. The best time to water the plant is once a week with a soaker hose, or you can use a water-soluble plant food, which will encourage prolific leaf production. Harvest the leaves when they reach a size that you can handle. In general, harvesting one third of the plant is fine.
The flavor of cilantro is mild and refreshing, and it pairs well with spicy dishes. Its delicate leaves and seeds lend a subtle onion flavor to many dishes. Cilantro grows quickly from seed and is ideal for a tea garden. It grows in a container or bed, and is a popular spice in many Asian and Mexican cuisines. During the summer, cilantro bolts and blooms, so it’s best to plant it in cool weather.
The most important herb for your tea garden is cilantro. This versatile herb is used in curries and in Asian cooking. Cilantro is widely grown and has several medicinal uses. The herb is an ancient antifungal and antiseptic, and has been used for centuries. The petals of cilantro have been used in cosmetics and diaper creams for their soothing properties. The herb blooms all season and can be dried before the seeds form. When dried, the flowers are also used for infected dishes.
If you have limited space in your garden or are not sure where to plant cilantro, try growing it in containers. Its mild flavor makes it a good choice for cooking. It also complements other herbs well. Mint and cumin are great companions. They also make a great garnish. Its seeds are edible and can be dried for longer use. Just remember to use the fresh herb as much as possible!
Fennel
There are many varieties of herbs that are great for growing in a tea garden. Chamomile and Lemon Balm are two popular choices for your plants. Lemon balm is part of the mint family and grows like a bushy oregano plant. While it’s invasive, it’s not as invasive as traditional mint plants. Mint is also a good choice for a tea garden because it is fragrant, calming, and can be used as a flavoring.
Growing these herbs is not hard, and many of them are very easy. Tall purple beauty is a great choice for a tea garden because it’s drought-tolerant and attractive to bees. It’s also a native species of the North American prairie. Once established in a tea garden, it’ll come back year after year, even in a cold climate. Unlike some other plants, it can be easily pulled out of a bad spot and dried for use later.
Fennel is good choice. This plant has a strong licorice-like flavor and medicinal properties. It grows well in soil that’s slightly acid or neutral. Fennel leaves are best steamed or brewed with a fennel tea infuser. The seeds are delicious, too! This plant contains seeds, which make it ideal for adding to tea blends.
Feverfew
A member of the aster family, feverfew grows in cooler climates and is considered a tender perennial. Its daisy-like flowers and feathery leaves make it a popular plant for growing in a tea garden. Its medicinal value has been documented throughout history, and it is a common plant that many early European herbalists used in their herbal remedies.
This short-lived perennial grows two to three feet tall. Its flowers have white petals and yellow centers, and it blooms from July to October. Its leaves are alternate and resemble those of chrysanthemums. Although it produces an unpleasant odor, it is a valuable plant for tea gardens because it helps to alleviate headaches, fevers, and other uncomfortable taste sensations.
A tea made from feverfew can be a beneficial addition to a tea garden. While feverfew is widely used in herbal medicine, it is important to note that it can have adverse effects. It may interact with blood thinners, increase the risk of bleeding, and interact with other medications, such as anesthesia. This herb should not be consumed by pregnant women or young children.
The history of feverfew is fascinating. Its multiple medicinal uses include an antipyretic, emmenagogue, and cardiotonic. It has been used for thousands of years as a medicine. Greek and Roman women used feverfew to alleviate headaches and relieve labor difficulties. Despite this, it is still largely regarded as a safe medicinal plant.
The most common use for feverfew is to relieve pain caused by headaches. Ancient Greek and Roman physicians used feverfew for headaches and other ailments, but it is less effective for treating fever. Its compounds inhibit the constriction of blood vessels in the brain and relieve pain associated with headaches. In addition to relieving headaches, feverfew has antiviral and antifungal properties.
Traditionally, feverfew has been used as an herbal remedy for migraines, arthritis, menstrual pain, and even labor pain. It was originally found in southeast Europe. Today, feverfew is used for a variety of purposes, including treating menstrual pain and bruising skin. Its benefits for healthspan from the digestive tract to the skin.
Ginger
One of the best herbs for a tea garden is ginger. Ginger is a well-known medicinal herb used to treat a variety of ailments, including coughs, asthma, and stomach aches. Ginger is also used as a natural sweetener, and can be grown in containers or in the ground. Ginger prefers moderate sunlight and moist soil, and it is not recommended for growing in cold climates.
The benefits of ginger are many. Aside from being a delicious tea, ginger can help cure many digestive problems, relieve nausea, and boost immunity. It grows well in the garden and can be harvested for its leaves or roots. During cold and flu season, ginger is used to treat a variety of ailments. It can also be used to prepare dishes. To use ginger for cooking, simply boil it for 10 minutes and enjoy the spicy flavor.
Despite its medicinal properties, ginger is a slow growing herb. While ginger doesn’t need a lot of space, it needs to be given sufficient sunlight and care to avoid overgrowth. Each rhizome produces several leaves from the same area. Hence, it doesn’t mind being crowded together. If you’re growing ginger as a tea garden plant, make sure you buy it organically, and place it in a container.
Jasmine
If you’re starting a tea garden, a few plants to consider include jasmine and hibiscus. Both plants have flowers that make excellent teas, and hibiscus is particularly common in tea gardens. When it comes to picking jasmine flowers, they should be picked at the right time of the day. You can pluck the buds or the flowers when they’re still open, or you can place them between layers of tea to preserve the freshness.
The jasmine plant is a vine that requires some support to grow properly. The flowers are harvested from the plant when they’re fresh and can be steeped alone or added to green tea. Jasmine flowers have antiseptic properties and are often mixed with other herbs or green tea for a delicious herbal blend. You can also make tea using the petals alone. Jasmine is easy to grow in Florida. It loves full sun and well-drained soil. It is a wonderful choice for a tea garden, because it’s an aromatic flower with powerful medicinal properties. Jasmine is not recommended for cold climates, as it has tannins, so it’s not a good choice for an area with cold climate.
If you’re not an herbal tea lover, there’s no need to fret! There are plenty of herbs to choose from to add to your tea garden. Lemongrass is popular in tea making, as well as cooking, and is an excellent plant to have in the kitchen. Lemongrass is also a pest-control plant and needs regular watering. Lemongrass is an excellent plant to grow in a tea garden because it can produce a wide variety of flavored teas.
Common Jasmine has uncertain origins, although it’s native to the Middle East, Pakistan, India, and Nepal. Ancient Chinese texts document its use, and it’s believed it was first brought to China from Persia. Jasmine is now widely grown throughout temperate areas of the world. It has star-shaped white flowers that release a powerful fragrance in the summer.
Laurel Bay
There are many reasons to grow Laurel Bay in your tea garden. This culinary herb is a versatile choice for many different uses. Its name is derived from the Greek words “laurus,” which mean “praise” or “nobility.” Whether you are creating a herbal blend for tea or using it as an astringent, bay leaves can be used in many different ways.
One of the most important factors to consider when choosing herbs for your garden is the climate. Bay laurel prefers warmer climates, so it is not recommended for cold climates. However, it can be grown indoors in containers and is perfectly suited for container growing. If you’re growing the herb in your tea garden as a topiary, bay laurel is an excellent choice. It requires moderate water, and over-watering can cause the roots to rot. Laurel Bay can grow in USDA zones 8-11.
The plant itself is an aromatic herb, and bay leaves are the most common variety. Bay leaves are harvested from the Bay Laurel tree, which can grow to 60 feet tall. Laurel Bay leaves are dried, and are used in tea and cooking. Fresh bay leaves are extremely bland, but after a few weeks or months, they develop a unique flavor. They’re often used in soups, stews, and sauces.
One great way to grow bay laurel is by starting the plants from seed. You can buy them at your local garden center. Plant them about two inches apart, and keep them moist. They can take anywhere from 10 days to six months to germinate. Then, just keep pruning them as needed to control their size. A bay plant can grow up to six feet in height. They are easy to grow and will make a wonderful addition to any tea garden.
Once your bay leaves sprout, they will form clusters that are sweet-smelling. The plants are hardy in USDA zones seven to ten, but you can still grow them in a pot indoors. Bring them into your indoor herb garden when the temperature drops. They can be a stunning addition to any home. And if you want to grow them in a tea garden, you can buy seeds and start growing your own.
Lavender
One of the most common herbs to grow in a tea garden is lavender. The lavender flower and oil are both widely used in aromatherapy and alternative medicine. Lavender is also used in beauty products. Its fragrant buds and purple flower spikes are used to make tea, and are said to improve mood and sleep. Its reliable hardiness makes it a good perennial herb for zones 5-9. Plant it in full sun and drain it well.
The lavender plant is a great companion plant for hibiscus. Both love sun and are companion plants. Harvesting the herbs is best done before the plant blooms. If you wait too long, the flavor will be lost. For best results, harvesting your herbs in the morning when the dew has dried off the leaves. A tea garden is a place for relaxation, and lavender is a great choice for this.
Lemon verbena has an assertive fragrance that is reminiscent of citrus. Lemon verbena has narrow, pointed leaves and a citrus flavor. Its flowers are white, but have a slight lavender tint. This plant is great for tea because it soothes stress and headaches. It also helps you relax and get a good night’s sleep. For the perfect tea garden, lavender is the best herb to grow.
Lemon Balm
If you have a small tea garden, consider planting some of the following herbs. Mint has numerous health benefits and is easy to grow in your own backyard. Lemon balm has similar medicinal properties to mint and is commonly used in India. Ginger is also an important herb in Indian tea because it has several healing properties. Lemon verbena adds a fresh fragrance and relaxes asthma symptoms. It also requires full sun to thrive.
Lemon Balm is in the mint family and pairs well with many flowers. Its fragrant leaves are a soothing and uplifting remedy for colds and fevers. Lemon balm is often used to soothe crying babies, and helps sharpen memory. It can also be grown in part shade. In addition to being an excellent choice for your tea garden, lemon balm grows well in containers and can be easily transplanted into new locations.
Some popular herbs for making tea are chamomile, pineapple sage, and chamomile. Chamomile is a popular choice because it has daisy-like flowers that are often used as tea. Chamomile flowers can be used to make apple-flavored tea. Bee balm leaves and flowers can be used to create tea resembling the famous China style. Make sure to choose well-draining soil and add organic fertilizer as needed.
Herbs are versatile and can be planted anywhere. Herbs can add color to a drab garden, so choose plants that attract bees and butterflies. Many of the herbs listed on this list are perennials and require less maintenance. They are also a great source of pollinating insects and make excellent tea. This is especially true if you’re growing a tea garden in a sunny spot.
Lemon verbena is an herb that grows well in a container or a bed. Lemon verbena is a low-maintenance plant that grows well in full sun or partial shade. It can also self-seed.
Lemon Grass
Lemon grass grows as a tall, slender grass with leaves that are grayish-green. When used in cooking, lemon grass leaves add a strong, citrus flavor. However, it is not very hardy in cold climates and is best grown in containers. If you’re considering growing lemon grass in your tea garden, here’s what you need to know. First, know how to harvest it. The stalks are harvested at ground level; hand-pulling the stalks leaves the entire base. The leaves are often cooked or added to beverages, like herbal teas and lemonade.
Lemongrass is also an excellent choice for your home tea garden. While it is not a very colorful plant, it does add a lot of interest to your garden. Its tall habit will break up the monotony of lower-growing herbs. Lemongrass grows rapidly and can even be grown as an annual. Lemongrass grows in nearly any soil type, but it prefers well-drained soil with consistent moisture. However, lemongrass will tolerate occasional dryness.
Lemon Verbena
The leaves of Lemon Verbena are edible. Lemon verbena is useful as an air freshener or in flower arrangements. You can also use lemon verbena as a garnish by putting a few leaves in your pocket or purse. Its leaves can be harvested anytime of the year and used for tea, cooking, and more. You can dry the stems and leaves separately or in bundles and store them in a dark place for later use. You can also use them to make lemon verbena ice cubes, which are quite refreshing in water.
The plant grows best in well-drained soil and full sun. It can be planted in containers, as long as they don’t freeze in winter. The best time to plant lemon verbena is late spring, when the plants emerge from dormancy. Lemon verbena is an annual and needs a space of at least 18 inches squared. The foliage grows well when pruned once a month.
If you’re thinking about starting a tea garden, you should plant a few varieties of lemon verbena. Lemon Verbena is a very aromatic plant with a strong lemon flavor. Lemon verbena is often substituted for lemon zest, as it has an invigorating, citrus scent. You can also use lemon verbena in other projects, such as cleaning the room, or as an ingredient in herbal tea. It can also be used as a wood polish. Moreover, it smells like lemons, and it can even appeal to kids who are picky about food.
Marjoram
One of the most versatile herbs, marjoram can be used for tea, cooking, and even as a decorative accent in your home. It can be harvested when its leaves are four to six weeks old and still retain their full flavor. To harvest marjoram, pick the leaves when flower buds have formed and before they open. Once the leaves have dried, strip the stem from the plant and store it in a dry, airtight container. Marjoram flowers may reappear later in the season.
If you want to keep your marjoram plants healthy and bushy, it’s best to prune them regularly throughout the year. Prune them as you would prune any other perennial plant to promote new growth. Pruning marjoram is much simpler than pruning oregano or rosemary. Sweet marjoram does not produce thick woody stems, so it’s easier to prune it than a perennial plant.
Marjoram grows well in a garden bed with full sun. Ideally, it’s grown in a pot or moveable container so that you can bring it inside for the winter. The herb has a three to four-year lifespan, and will not need repotting more than once per year. But, if you’re growing marjoram indoors, it’s important to keep it away from drafts and keep its temperature stable. If you don’t have a garden with the proper conditions, consider incorporating grow lights into your plant’s growing area.
When growing marjoram, make sure the soil is evenly moist but not too wet. It’s best to plant seedlings indoors about eight weeks before the first spring frost. This is because marjoram seeds have a slow germination rate. They must be placed in soil that has good drainage, so make sure you have a warm place to put them. You can also start them indoors by starting them before the last spring frost.
The fragrant flowers of marjoram are excellent for enhancing teas and tea-making. Marjoram’s lemony-citrus-floral flavor also attracts butterflies. If you want to attract hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden, you should plant marjoram. You can also grow a variegated variety of the herb if you prefer a slow-growing version.
Mint
If you’re looking for the best herbs to grow in a tea garden, consider growing perennial varieties. Perennial herbs grow in containers and do best in a sunny spot. Many of these herbs are popular in tea and cooking, so growing them in a tea garden is a great way to enjoy the benefits of a plant while still growing them in your home. The following list includes a few of our favorite herbs for tea.
Lemon Verbena: One of the most popular and versatile herbs in a tea garden is lemon verbena. This plant grows tall and needs bright filtered sunlight. It should be placed about one to two feet from a sunny window. Lemon Verbena needs a lot of sunlight to thrive and will need a bigger container. Place it in well-draining soil. Water regularly once the top two inches of soil have dried.
Rosemary
A flowering shrub native to the Mediterranean region, rosemary has been prized for its culinary benefits for thousands of years. The name comes from the Latin word ros marinus, meaning “from the sea.” Legend has it that the goddess Aphrodite once wore it when she rose from the depths of the sea. Growing rosemary is relatively easy and is a hands-off endeavor, but you must pay attention to its growth and health.
The leaves of rosemary are great for teas and have multiple health benefits, including improving digestion, preventing heart disease, and promoting cognitive function. It is also easy to grow, and can be harvested as soon as the foliage begins to grow. Rosemary prefers full sunlight, and you can harvest it as soon as it appears. You should water it only when the soil on top of the plant is dry, so that it doesn’t dry out. Rosemary grows well with other herbs, including thyme and chamomile.
The aromatic leaves of rosemary can be used to make a cup of a herbal tea. The tea made from rosemary has a strong aroma and flavor, so you may want to consider sweetening it with honey before steeping it. Depending on your personal preference, you can use a teaspoon of fresh rosemary per cup. You may need less steeping time if you crush the leaves first. Dried rosemary leaves can be used in place of fresh. The steeping time for rosemary tea will be short and the leaves will not lose their fragrance.
Sage
Sage is an herb that grows well in containers. It can survive drought conditions and will usually perk up if given some water. It also requires minimal care, with a long growing season and little maintenance needed. Sage also does not lose its flavor, even if the plant flowers. It is not prone to many pest threats, with the exception of mildew. This means that it can be easily propagated.
This gray-green plant pairs well with lavender, anise hyssop, chives, and white-blooming herbs. It can be grown in any climate zone as long as it receives adequate water. Sage can be grown in pots near other plants that are suited for growing in containers. Sage is a great companion for lavender and lamb’s ears, and will complement the color scheme of any tea garden.
In addition to sage, lavender and mint are also excellent choices for growing tea in containers. Sage grows well in containers, and it needs good air circulation and partial shade. Once established, it requires minimal care. You can prune it in early spring to encourage new growth. Sage has small, flat leaves, which make it easy to use in tea gardens. Sage is more suitable for gardens in zones five and eight.
Mealycup sage is a beautiful choice for pots. The plants bloom in late spring and early summer. Mealycup sage is a native of New Mexico and Texas. It has blue-green leaves covered with downy hairs. It tastes like French tarragon and is used by herbalists to soothe upset stomachs, relieve stress, and treat diarrhea.
Sage is a perennial herb that grows easily and is low-maintenance. It can be planted once and harvested year after year. The leaves are soft and fuzzy and the herb’s flavor is rich and intense. Sage is a bold addition to many dishes. There are several cultivars of sage, including purple sage, broadleaf sage, and culinary sage.
Stevia
For the best results, start your stevia plants indoors. Transplant them outdoors as soon as frost is over. Alternatively, you can purchase plants in a greenhouse and grow them in regular garden soil. Once they are established, fertilize them once a month with organic matter and low-nitrogen fertilizer. Chemical fertilizers will change the taste of the leaves. Also, if you grow stevia in a tea garden, do not use distilled water.
Once your stevia plants have reached the desired height, you can start harvesting the leaves. These leaves contain about the same amount of stevioside as the leaves. This sweetener can be harvested twice or even three times. Harvesting stevia leaves is easy and can be done throughout the growing season, as long as they are kept dry. After harvesting, you can store them in a sealed container to use when you make a tea.
Growing stevia is easy – it grows in large containers or well-drained beds. If you’re growing your plants indoors, you can dry the leaves for winter use. Stevia plants thrive in warm climates and look similar to basil. In warm climates, stevia can reach a height of 24 inches and a width of 16 inches. Several plants can yield a year’s supply of dried leaves.
Growing stevia in a tea garden is a great way to save pollinators while also making delicious herbal teas. The plants can be grown alone in a pot, or you can group them with other sun-loving plants. A tea garden is not complete without stevia. You may even want to consider growing lemon verbena in your garden. The citrus flavor will enhance the taste of your tea.
Stevia plants are best started from seeds, but they will thrive from rooted cuttings. Seeds are spotty, so be sure to keep them in a bright spot until spring. You can find stevia plants at garden centers or mail-order suppliers. For best results, plant them two feet apart. They need full sun and should receive 6 hours of sunlight a day. Sow a few cuttings in early winter and you’ll have a harvest of sweet teas each month!
Thyme
Thyme is a perennial herb that grows well in most climates. You can start thyme seeds directly into the soil, or plant them in a pot. If you want to skip the growing process and enjoy your thyme tea at its best immediately, you can buy seedlings. Thyme needs full sun and requires little water. The best way to grow it is to plant it alongside other herbs, like rosemary.
Borage is an easy plant to grow. It’s a perennial, about the size of a tomato plant, and its blue petals are perfect for making a delicious tea. Red clover, also a perennial, is a good choice for a tea garden. These flowers are sweet and blend in well with most other flowers. It is also beneficial to bees. If you plant the flowers too close together, the resulting tea won’t taste right.
Depending on your personal preference, you can harvest herbs from your tea garden as needed. Tea leaves are usually two to three teaspoons and rinsed before being placed in your favorite cup. Steep them in boiling water for at least five minutes, but you can go up to 15 minutes. It’s also helpful if you add a few sprigs of dandelion, mint, or other herbs you love.
Basil tisane is a delicious beverage to sip on after a heavy meal. It can be blended with mint and citrusy herbs to create a refreshing iced tea. Thyme is a perennial herb that is also good for easing coughs and soothing nervousness. Thyme’s dried leaves and flowers make great tea. However, you should be careful when choosing which herbs to grow in your tea garden.
If you’re not sure which herbs to grow in your tea garden, you can buy seeds of chamomile, lemon balm, and a variety of other types of plants. These are easy to grow and require moderate sunlight, moderate rainfall, and well-draining soil. Many herbs are perennials, and some can be started from seed or purchased as shrubs or annual/perennial starts. You can even use organic fertilizer to add nutrients to your soil.
Viola
Herbs such as fennel and viola are known for their medicinal properties. While they do not have the same potency as other preparations, they are considered a gentle way to add these plants to your daily routine. They can also support more intensive treatments. Let us discuss a few of these herbs and why they are so beneficial. Here are some of the top herbs for making tea.
Tall Purple Beauty: This purple beauty is a perennial plant and a favorite among tea lovers. It is easy to grow, attracts pollinators, and tastes great. It is native to the prairies of North America and is drought-tolerant, so it will come back year after year, even in cold climates. When not in flower, harvest its leaves and use them to make tea or herbal tisanes.
Sweet Violet: This delicate-looking plant can thrive on rock walls and is particularly effective when grown from seed. Its sweet, flowery fragrance makes it ideal for a tea garden. You can plant sweet violets almost anywhere.