Originally from China, Japan and Korea, hosta plants are highly regarded as herbaceous perennials with outstanding foliage. Tolerant of shade and easy to maintain, hosta plants are available in various shapes, textures, colors and sizes. And that’s especially true at Papa Geno’s Herb Farm. Known for producing top-quality products, Papa Geno’s offers hosta plants, such as the fragrant “Honeybells” with large, light green leaves and violet/white flowers. Or try their unusual “Wide Brim” with its heart-shaped leaves and blue-green centers. Whatever your choice of hosta plants, you can expect only the best.

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Growing mint successfully is no secret. Simply give it rich, moist soil and it will own your garden. Growing mint’s creeping stems lets you relish its savory fragrance. When it begins to flower, harvest the leaves for teas, recipes or dry it for later use. Papa Geno’s carries quality herb products for all your gardening needs, making growing mint an absolute delight.

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Where do you go for fresh garden recipes? The fragrant basil in that special salad . . .the oregano on your crostini . . .the parsley in a scrumptious chicken delight. Well, for the best fresh garden recipes, Papa Geno’s says talk to Renee Shepherd—widely known as a lecturer on gardening and cooking. She’s also authored cookbooks, touting her delicious and inventive fresh garden recipes. So check out her articles and book, then get cooking!

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