Herb Fair & Heirloom Plant Sale

The Midwest's Largest Herb Sale! 

Now Accepting VISA & MASTERCARD

Saturday, May 24, 2008 9:00am-Noon * Concordia University Field House

12800 Lake Shore Dr, Mequon, Wisconsin on Lake Shore Dr.,1/4 mile east of       I-43 and north Highland Rd., (between Mequon Rd. & Hwy C exits)

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About the 2008 Sale

     For more than 25 years, our customers have come to expect quality plants, reasonable pricing, knowledgeable volunteers and an enjoyable afternoon with fellow gardeners. 

     This year's sale will focus on "Edible Landscape". We will be offering over 11,000 plants, 200+ varieties (including hard to find herbs and heirloom vegetables), mini lectures, demonstrations, culinary tastings, garden merchandise and much more!

Some of the suggested edible planting plans being offered this year include:

• Pizza Garden
• Herbal Tea Garden
• Condiments Garden

     Experts will be on hand to show you how to assemble container gardens, harvest herbs and how to prepare and brew herbal teas.

     One new feature of the sale is our "Pawtisserie". Pets play such an important role in our lives.  Keep them safe by learning what plants are toxic, and how to recognize the signs of a poisoning.  You will also learn what herbs are safe for pets, and recipes for preparing treats your pets will love.

Pre-sale activites including demonstrations, door prize registration, and mini lectures will begin at 8:00am, in the Field House lobby.

Planting displays and plans will also be available at that time.

Doors to the sale will open at 9:00am.

Payment methods: Cash, Check, and Credit Cards.

Free parking and admission!

Calendula (C. officinalis)

2008 Herb of the Year! 

     Since 1995, the International Herb Association has named an "Herb of the Year". Led by the IHA's Horticultural Committee, herb varieties are evaluted in three major areas: medicinal, culinary and decorative.

     We are pleased to introduce you to the 2008 Herb of the Year, Calendula. A diverse herb featuring daisylike flowers, Calendula has many uses.  Often referred to as "Pot Marigold" or "Poets Marigold", Calendula is also grown with relative ease.

Description: Hardy annual thrives in the cooler temperatures of spring and fall. Bears bright daisylike flowers, 1 to 3 inches across, on carefree 8- to 30-inch plants.
Planting: Start seed indoors 4 to 6 weeks before the average frost-free date; transplant 4-week-old seedlings outdoors. Or, sow seed directly in the garden as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Thin to 10 to 12 inches apart.
Site: Full sun; try partial shade in hottest areas. Loam soil amended with compost.
Tip: In hot climates, sow seed in late summer to early fall for bloom in fall or early next spring. Try heat-resistant cultivars such as ‘Pacific Beauty’.

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Questions about Calendula? Email one of our "Herb of the Year" experts!

We will respond to every question, please allow our volunteers time to do so.