RKS Botanicals Plant Blog

Annual, Flowers, Garden flowers, Tender perennial

Moroccan Toadflax (Linaria maroccana)

Miniature Majesties: Discover Moroccan Toadflax (Linaria maroccana) If you love the classic, charming shape of snapdragons but are looking for something petite, colorful, and wonderfully prolific, Moroccan Toadflax (Linaria maroccana)—frequently known as Baby Snapdragon or Spurred Snapdragon—is a delightful addition to your garden. Producing spikes of vibrant blooms in mixed shades of pink, yellow, and […]

Annual, heirloom, herbs, Tender perennial

Anise (Pimpinella anisum)

The Ancient Spice of Pharaohs: Discover Anise (Pimpinella anisum) Cultivated by ancient Egyptians as early as 1500 BC, Anise (Pimpinella anisum)—also known as Burnet Saxifrage—is a graceful, feathery annual herb that has flavored human history for millennia. Standing 24 inches tall with delicate white umbels and a distinct, sweet licorice flavor, this versatile Mediterranean native […]

herbs, Tender perennial

Russian Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus)

The Resilient “Little Dragon”: Discover Russian Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus) With its aromatic pale green leaves and signature faint anise flavor, Russian Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus) is a hardy, vigorous herb that brings unique culinary and historical character to the garden. Standing 30 inches tall, this “little dragon” is a fantastic, easy-to-grow alternative to the more delicate […]