Herbs Archives - Goffle Brook Farms

Basil Italian Large Leaf

If you are into herb gardening for culinary herbs, Italian Large Leaf Basil is a must have basil plant. This culinary herb is a sweeter pesto type basil with high yields in the garden. A large variety with medium-dark green leaves, this basil is bigger than most others found in the basil family. Very aromatic and as popular with bees and butterflies as it is with chefs, this is one of our most favorite basil plants. When compared to Genovese the flavor and scent are sweeter and less clove like.

By salonederon|2024-04-25T12:52:02-04:00April 25th, 2024|Container Gardening, Herbs, Perennials, Seasonal Color|

Follow the Goffle Brook Road

WE ARE BACK | LETS GO - IT"S TIME TO GARDEN - JUST FOLLOW THE GOFFLE BROOK ROAD - our rendition of that wizard of oz song featuring the cast from Goffle Brook Farms. Open daily 8:30 a.m. thru 5 p.m. or so.

By Goffle Brook Farms|2024-03-12T19:55:02-04:00March 12th, 2024|Container Gardening, Herbs, Houseplants, Lawn and Garden, Perennials, Plant Care, Seasonal Color|

Ornamentals & Flower Seed Sowing Dates

Get ahead on your gardening by starting ornamental and flower seeds indoors and producing your own transplants. With a little planning, a few supplies and tools, plus some know-how, you’ll be on your way to seed starting success. Plant these flower seeds indoors, under lights, six to eight weeks before transplanting into the garden.

By Goffle Brook Farms|2024-02-20T08:43:18-05:00February 14th, 2024|Container Gardening, Herbs, Perennials, Plant Care, Seasonal Color, Vegetable Gardening|

Perennials For A Colorful Summer Garden

Mid Summer Perennials - Low-maintenance blooms to fill your garden this summer. Just because July is here, doesn’t mean you can’t make some changes in your garden by adding a few new perennials. There are plenty of options, regardless of the type of space you need to fill. Not only can you plant in July, but it can be one of the best summer months to liven up your garden.

By Goffle Brook Farms|2023-07-10T21:51:34-04:00July 10th, 2023|Container Gardening, Herbs, Perennials, Seasonal Color|

30% Off ALL Outdoor Garden Ornaments And Fountains

30% Off ALL Garden Ornaments And Fountains - Studies show that running water relieves stress and even decreases blood pressure and heart rate. Water calms the mind. It just makes us feel good. Outdoor fountains are simple ways to immediately add beauty to one’s outdoor space, whether it’s a meditation garden, a front lawn or a back yard.

By Goffle Brook Farms|2023-06-15T16:31:57-04:00June 15th, 2023|Container Gardening, Herbs, Lawn and Garden, Perennials, Seasonal Color|

Give the Gift of Gardening

Father’s Day is approaching and this is an excellent time to show the dads and father figures in your life how special they are to you. We’ll be open on Father’s Day and you’re welcome to bring your dad and spend as long as you like enjoying the fresh air, browsing the garden center and gift shoppe, and just enjoy being with dad.

By Goffle Brook Farms|2023-06-08T15:57:13-04:00June 7th, 2023|Container Gardening, Herbs, Lawn and Garden, Perennials, Seasonal Color|

Celebrate Mom

Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 14, 2023. Moms should be celebrated every day of the year, but especially on Mother’s Day! If you’re searching for gardening gift ideas for Mother’s Day, look no further! A mother who loves to garden would love any of these thoughtful gifts.

By Goffle Brook Farms|2023-06-08T15:57:13-04:00May 10th, 2023|Container Gardening, Herbs, Lawn and Garden, Perennials, Plant Care, Seasonal Color|

Plant Protection Tips

When weather forecasters issue a frost advisory in late spring and early fall, that’s your heads-up to protect annuals and other vulnerable plants. You might think temperatures have to get to the freezing point (32˚F), but actually, a frost can occur between 36˚F and 32˚F.

By Goffle Brook Farms|2023-06-08T15:57:14-04:00April 25th, 2023|Container Gardening, Herbs, Perennials, Plant Care, Seasonal Color|

Vegetable and Herbs Seed Sowing Dates

Starting seeds indoors has many benefits, including an earlier harvest. While some crops can be direct seeded, you can start them indoors and move up the harvest date. Another perk of starting seeds indoors is the ability to grow long season crops in short season climates.

By Goffle Brook Farms|2023-06-08T15:57:18-04:00March 13th, 2023|Container Gardening, Herbs, Plant Care, Seasonal Color, Vegetable Gardening|

Echinacea Adobe Orange

The flowers of Adobe Orange rise about 18 to 20 inches above the dark green foliage in an upright shape. Echinacea Adobe Orange has compact habit and slingshot rocket sled blooming power, producing lightly-scented orange daisy flowers for months.

By Goffle Brook Farms|2023-06-08T17:08:40-04:00June 29th, 2022|Herbs, Perennials, Plant Care|

What’s New In The Farmer’s Market

Fresh Local Produce available at the Farmer's Market. The main health benefit of locally grown food is that it’s fresher. Fruits and vegetables begin to lose their nutrients within 24 hours of being picked, so fresher produce is more nutritious. In addition, locally grown food is picked at its peak ripeness, when it’s most dense with nutrients.

By Goffle Brook Farms|2023-06-08T17:08:28-04:00June 27th, 2022|Herbs, Recipes, The Farmers Market|

Bee Balm – Monarda

The bee balm plant is a North American native perennial herb. Bee balm is very attractive to bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Incredibly beautiful, medicinal, and edible, it’s no wonder the birds and the bees love it!

By Goffle Brook Farms|2023-06-08T17:07:49-04:00June 14th, 2022|Container Gardening, Herbs, Perennials, Plant Care|

One of the TOP 9 Garden Centers in New Jersey

We are pleased to announce that Goffle Brook Farms has been chosen by AMERICAN TOWNS MEDIA as one of the 9 BEST Garden Centers and Nurseries in New Jersey. Imagine our surprise when we received this news. As elated as we all were; Kurt and Donna Dorsey and the entire staff would like to express our deepest gratitude and thank each and every one of you

By Goffle Brook Farms|2024-01-29T13:45:43-05:00June 13th, 2022|Herbs, Perennials|

Stachys Big Ears

Remember going to the petting zoo with your kids and touching baby lambs? This the feeling of the leaves of Stachys byzantina, also known as Lamb’s Ear. If you love growing perennials, you need to give this hardy plant a try. It is easy to grow, has a lovely texture and the prettiest flowers on tall graceful stems.

By Goffle Brook Farms|2023-06-08T17:07:15-04:00June 12th, 2022|Herbs, Perennials|

What Can I Plant Now?

What Can I Plant Now? Planting spring vegetables and flowers is a task many gardeners relish. After spending a long winter indoors, gardeners are anxious to step outside and get their hands in the dirt. There’s a numerous variety of both vegetable and flower seeds that you can plant right now. With a stretch of warm and above average temperatures on the horizon, now’s the time to plant vegetable and flower seeds.

By Goffle Brook Farms|2024-03-15T14:53:16-04:00March 25th, 2021|Container Gardening, Herbs, Perennials, Seasonal Color, Vegetable Gardening|

National Mom and Pop Business Day

National Mom and Pop Business Day - Just in time for the weekend, as a local business we are offering a 15% discount savings Saturday, Sunday and Monday (March 27th, 28th and 29th of 2021) on your purchases. Stop in our garden center / farmer’s market and mention this discount offer at the checkout register counter to receive your savings.

By Goffle Brook Farms|2023-06-08T17:12:58-04:00March 25th, 2021|Container Gardening, Hard Goods, Herbs, Houseplants, Perennials, Seasonal Color, The Farmers Market, Vegetable Gardening|

Spring Soil Preparations

Wow time flies! We are only a month away from our re-opening for the 2021 garden seasons. There are plenty of different types of soil and it’s important to ensure you have the right soil for the right plants. So get your garden books out and your thinking caps on. Recall what worked last year and what didn’t; but irregardless of whether it worked or not, it won’t work unless the soil is ideal for plant growth.

By Goffle Brook Farms|2023-06-08T17:12:49-04:00February 16th, 2021|Container Gardening, Hard Goods, Herbs, Plant Care, Vegetable Gardening|

Ocean Forest Potting Soil

In last week’s “develop a plan for your vegetable garden” blog post we recommended as a potting soil/growing medium our Coast of Maine Ocean Forest Potting Soil. Herein is a summary of that recommended garden product as well as a full review by Gardens of Cascadia.

By Goffle Brook Farms|2021-11-05T14:07:12-04:00January 19th, 2021|Container Gardening, Hard Goods, Herbs, Houseplants, Perennials, Plant Care, Vegetable Gardening|

Easy To Grow Herbs with Powerful Health Benefits

Herbs are the leaf part of a plant that is used in cooking – these can be used fresh or dried. Any other part of the plant, which is usually dried, is referred to as a spice. These include, for example, bark (cinnamon), berries (peppercorns), seeds (cumin), roots (turmeric), flower (chamomile), buds (cloves) and the stigma of a flower (saffron). Herbs are a fantastic way to add flavor and color to any sort of dish or drink, whether sweet or savory, without adding fat, salt or sugars. In addition to flavor and color, they each also tend to have their own set of health-promoting properties.

By Goffle Brook Farms|2021-04-22T11:23:47-04:00January 16th, 2021|Container Gardening, Herbs, Vegetable Gardening|

Companion Plants – like a good neighbor

Try to think of your garden beds as your neighborhood. Just as in the area you live in, good neighbors make for a pleasant atmosphere to live within. One helps the other, this one can do that and that one can do this; and we all prosper. Well, plants are the same way…

By Goffle Brook Farms|2023-06-08T17:12:07-04:00January 14th, 2021|Container Gardening, Herbs, Perennials, Plant Care, Seasonal Color, Vegetable Gardening|

So why does Miracle-Gro or any other fertilizer help plants grow bigger and healthier? Fertilizer is material added to the growing medium of plants to supplement nutrient minerals that may be lacking. The minerals are used in very minor, and in some cases almost microscopic, amounts, to help construct all the different parts of the plant, it’s enzymes, proteins, vitamins, reproductive processes, etc. A deficiency of minerals will limit plant growth, while adding certain minerals to the soil (or other medium) can increase growth and yield.