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On Thu, 17 Aug 2006 03:55:20 GMT, Cindy Fuller
> wrote:

>In article >,
> (TammyM) wrote:


>> Sorry, this is my 3rd post to this thread! Another great suggestion.
>> I only grow (no parsley) sage, rosemary, thyme, oregano and basil. I
>> tried to grow parsley but haven't found the right spot for it yet. I
>> also want to grow mint again, but beware of mint! It's an invasive
>> little sucker!
>>

>I seem to have better luck growing herbs here (Seattle) than vegetables.
>The basil is doing reasonably well. I've got a second crop ready to be
>put in the ground. The parsley starters will go in the windowbox. The
>oregano, mint, and thyme are going berserk this year. My tomatoes are
>somewhat puny, but they taste good.


My oregano was very nearly a crispy critter during the heatwave. The
thyme was looking kinda puny too. Along with the petunias. Basil and
sage thrived, as they usually do. Veggies, mostly, were ok. I'll
probably grow more veg next year, I've always been more of an herb
gardener. It's easier :-)

TammyM