Common name: Cinnamon Basil

Scientific name: Ocimum basilicum

Family: Lamiaceae

Uses: Aromatic, cosmetic, culinary, medicinal.Culinary u

History: The name comes from the Greek word "basileus" mean

Common name: Catmint

Scientific name: Nepeta mussinii

Family: Lamiaceae

Uses: Decorative, culinary, medicinal.Use for containers. It also can be used as a garden edging. Rub into meat to add flavor. Catmint is said to have some medicinal uses.

History: Also called catnip, Nepeta may come from the Roman town of Nepeti where catnip was first cultivated.

Common name: Apple Mint

Scientific name: Mentha suaveolens

Family: Lamiaceae

Uses: Decorative, culinary, medicinal.Attractive flowers. For culinary use as a flavoring. Use in vinegars. Grows well in containers. Use for tea or for drying.

History: The variegated varieties are sometimes known as Pineapple mint. Mint is considered a sign of hospitality.