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thanks, Lee
"sf" > wrote in message
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> On Fri, 6 May 2011 07:31:10 -0500, "Storrmmee"
> > wrote:
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>> who grows them and how, i need something idiot proof as i am a plant
>> killer,
>>

>
> I think it all depends on the conditions where you live. My advice is
> to buy what you're interested in, give them a good start and then
> garden as usual. You'll soon figure out which herbs like your version
> of gardening. Rosemary, sage, thyme and marjoram are perennials for
> me and parsley grows in its usual biennial pattern without any extra
> effort (they like being ignored). However, it's too dry for mint and
> not hot enough for basil, so they are no goes... and strictly a
> grocery store item for me.
>
> --
> I love cooking with wine.
> Sometimes I even put it in the food.