Uses: Culinary/Medicinal/Aromatic
Nutmeg was once so rare that in the 17th century it sparked international wars for possession of the islands that produced it. Native to the Spice Islands of Indonesia, at one time four or five whole nutmegs were considered a fortune. However once the cultivation of the trees spread outside Indonesia the world was able to enjoy the sweet, delicate taste. Nutmeg enhances the flavour of virtually any dish, and it has become indispensable in many national cuisines. Hallucinogenic in extremely high doses, it causes delirium that can last for days, with headache, nausea and fatigue. Nutmeg is poisonous to animals.

Usage :
This herb promotes good digestion, and nourishes the kidneys, liver and bladder. Parsley is an excellent source of natural chlorophyll, along with a variety of other healthy nutrients. It is a mild aphrodisiac. And Parsley helps hypertension due to its diuretic properties.

Usage:
It also serves as a very delicious beverage which is refreshing and beneficial , The medicinal uses of Hibiscus were known from a long time ago. It has a major diuretic effect. Many Egyptian now use it to lower their blood pressure. It act as an antiseptic, aphrodisiac, astringent, cholagogue, demulcent, digestive, diuretic, emollient, purgative, refrigerant, resolvent, sedative, stomachic, and tonic , Roselle is a folk remedy for abscesses, bilious conditions, cancer, cough, debility, dyspepsia, dysuria, fever, hangover, heart ailments, hypertension, neurosis, scurvy, and strangury.

Uses: Culinary/Medicinal/Beverage/Aromatic/Industrial 

Duration: Perennial (hardy in zones 8-10,11+)

When to Sow: Spring/Anytime 

Ease of Germination: Moderate

Regular variety. Upright bush habit.

Uses: Culinary/Medicinal/Aromatic
Duration: Perennial (hardy in zones 7-9)
When to Sow: Spring
Ease of Germination: Difficult Important ceremonial herb among the California Indians, used for purification much like wormwood (Artemisia ludoviciana). Roots were used for afterbirth to heal and to clean the womb. Leaves were smoked, taken as a tea, or used in sweatlodges to cure colds.

Usage :
Spearmint is edible and Medicinal, the leaves and flowers are edible raw or cooked. A strong flavor, they are used in salads or added to cooked foods. A medicinal herb tea made from the fresh or dried leaves has a very pleasant and refreshing taste, leaving the mouth and digestive system feeling clean.

Uses: Culinary/Medicinal/Aromatic/Industrial 

Duration: Perennial (hardy in zones 4-9) 

When to Sow: Spring/Late Summer/Early Fall/Anytime

Ease of Germination: Easy (German thyme; Winter thyme)

Most popular variety. Broad dark green leaves. Robust growth habit.

Usage:
Basil crushed Cultivated as a culinary herb, condiment or spice; source of essential oil for use in foods, flavors, and fragrances; garden ornamental. The green aromatic leaves are used fresh and dried as flavorings or spices in sauces, stews, salad dressings, vegetables, poultry, vinegar, confectionery products, and the liqueur chartreuse. Basil extract has been reported to have antioxidant activity