In southwest Florida, we are fortunate to be able to grow many of the most popular spice trees in our own backyards with surprisingly little upkeep. Just as in other regions, herbs and spices have their own special growth seasons in southwest Florida. Calendula, Coriander, and Italian Basil are among the herbs that grow during cool weather. We don't attempt to supply cool weather herbs during our hot tropical summers. Mints grown at ECHO include Peppermint, Chocolate Mint, Orange Mint, Pennyroyal, Spearmint, Pineapple Mint, Grapefruit mint, Corsican Mint, and several others.
Different mints have favorite growing environments.
Rosemary may not be available from May through October when it is difficult to transplant. Garlic Chives grow well year round. Generally in hot weather, Anise, Cinnamon and Lemon Basils are easy to grow. Sweet basil usually grows throughout most of the year. Call before you come regarding availability, and someone from our herb crew will return your call within a couple days.