Well-Sweep Herb Farm 2016 Catalog $3.00 ‘Hidcote’ Lavender Hedge & Orange Calendula Helleborus - ‘Peppermint Ice’ Gentiana - ‘Maxima’ Trumpet Gentian Farm Hours Monday - Saturday, 9:00 to 5:00. Closed Sundays and Holidays. Special Openings: Sundays 11 - 4, April 24 - July 31 & December only. The farm is open year-round, but please call before stopping by January - March. Phone: (908) 852-5390 Fax: (908) 852-1649 www.wellsweep.com ‘Judith Hindle’ Pitcher Plant 205 Mount Bethel Rd, Port Murray, New Jersey 07865-4147 ‘Blackcurrant Swirl’ Double Datura Citrus - Calamondin Orange ‘Yellow Trumpet’ ‘Well-Sweep Pitcher Plant Miniature Purple’ Basil ‘Bartzella’ Itoh Peony ‘Tasmanian Angel’ Acanthus ‘King Henry’ Venus Fly Trap Our Sales Area ‘Tomato Soup’ Cone Flower WELCOME To Well-Sweep Herb Farm! Our farm, a family endeavor, is located in the picturesque mountains of Warren County and is home Our Plants to one of the largest collections of herbs and perenni- Our plants are grown naturally, without chemi- als in the country. Germinating from the seed of cal pesticides or fungicides. All plants are shipped prop- handed down tradition and hobby - to a business that erly labeled and well-rooted in three inch pots or quart has flourished, 2016 proclaims our 47th year. containers as noted in the catalog by (Qt.). Weather From around the globe, with a breadth of Acan- permitting, our widest selection of herb plants and pe- thus to Zatar, our selection spans from the familiar rennials are available for purchase around May 15th. and unusual to the rare and exotic. This season we are introducing 76 intriguing new plants to our collection Our News which now tops 1,911 varieties. Whether you’re a col- Several distinguished plants compliment our lector, designer, dabbler, or windowsill gardener ... we selection this year: the tasty ‘Anne’ Yellow Raspberry hope to arouse the curiosity of all. and heavy-fruiting Calamondin Orange, the stunning black-leaved ‘Nachtmelodie’ Hens & Chicks, rarities Our Farm such as the ‘Gisela’ Red Lady's Slipper and our own Come Visit! We invite you to bring a picnic introduction - ‘Cy's Everblooming’ Lavender. lunch, play with your children on the swings, visit our We have always strived to not only provide you farm animals, enjoy a leisurely stroll along our garden with a listing of our plants but also a catalog that is a paths, or just relax and enjoy the beauty of the day. gardeners reference - enjoy! Don’t miss our handy The farm features a multitude of herbs and pe- Gardener’s Guide - helpful lists of plants by their noted rennials, display gardens, and a gift shop. Our shop is uses, see page 74. filled with a wonderful assortment of dried flowers, In some respect every plant known to human- wreaths, statuary, books, essential oils, hard-to-find pot- kind, whether common or rare, shares a useful pur- pourri supplies and unusual gifts for all ages. pose either in the aesthetic appeal of their foliage or Our butterfly, herb, medicinal, perennial and blooms, their culinary or medicinal virtues, or their rock gardens burst forth with breathtaking displays diverse variation of fragrance or flavor. By including throughout the farm and have been featured in na- some of this information, it is our wish that we may tional magazines and books. Our brick-pathed formal enlighten you, enhance your lifestyle, or broaden your herb garden boasts a knot garden, as well as a display horticultural interests. While it is our pleasure to share of the 34 basils, 81 lavenders, 47 rosemarys, 99 thymes, this information, ultimately you are responsible for the and 76 scented-leaf geranium varieties that we stock. way that you use your plants. We encourage you to Whether for pleasure, inspiration, or ideas ... come see continue your own research before experimenting. It the possibilities. is our hope that you will be inspired to expand your collection with some of our extraordinary specimens. Our Guarantee The International Herb Association has chosen With 47 years in the trade, we want you to ex- Pepper - Capsicum as the 2016 Herb of the Year. Join perience the same gardening rewards that we do, and us in celebrating this herb at our Midsummer Herb for this reason we strive to provide you with high-qual- Festival - Saturday, July 23rd. Come see our selection! ity robust plants. If you are less than pleased with your order, Our Thanks notify us within 10 days; if we were in error, a full Your patronage helps support a small family refund of the merchandise will be issued accordingly. business that provides personal service, as well as, an We reserve the right to request return of the items prior enjoyable place for you to visit and relax. We thank to adjustment. you for choosing Well-Sweep Herb Farm for your gar- A few damaged leaves may occur in transit, this dening needs. Plants are our passion - we hope our usually will not affect the vitality of the plant. If excess love and fascination with them encourages you to feel damage has occurred, however, please contact us im- the same. We look forward to your visit or order, and mediately. We trust you understand that we are not hope to see you soon. responsible for loss due to improper care. Louise, Cyrus & David Hyde, and Staff 3 Directions to Well-Sweep Table Of Contents The farm is located between Hackettstown and Washington, NJ. Books .............................................. 10 Christmas Shop ................................. 8 I-80: Take Exit 19. At the end of the ramp, turn left onto Route 517 South. Follow approximately five miles to the third light from Code Explanations ................... 14 - 15 80 East or the fourth light from 80 West. At light in Hackettstown Directions.......................................... 4 cross Route 46/Main Street to Grand Avenue. Follow for one mile to Dried Flowers ........................... 12 - 13 a one-lane train underpass. At this point, Grand Avenue becomes 629 South/Rockport Road. Continue on Rockport Road for 4.4 Gardener’s Guide, The ............. 74 - 79 miles. After climbing a long hill and reaching its peak, you will make Gift Certificates............................... 13 a right onto Mt. Bethel Road. The farm is one mile ahead on the left. Gift Shop .......................................... 9 I-78 East: (Allentown, PA area.) Take Exit 6 (Warren Glen Herb Plants & Perennials......... 16 - 73 - Asbury); at end of exit make left onto Route 632 East - there are no Hours ................................ Front Cover signs. Follow for 4.5 miles, at stop sign make left, then next immedi- Map ................................................... 4 ate right onto 632 East/Asbury-Anderson Road, follow for 2.7 miles Oils, Essential & Fragrance ............... 9 to light. Cross over Route 31 onto 632 East, follow for 4.4 miles, then make right onto 57 East for .2 miles. (*-continued below) Open House ...................................... 5 Order Form .............................. 81 - 82 I-78 West: Take Exit 17 for Route 31 North; follow 10.9 miles Perennials, Flowering ... See Use Code “FP” to Washington, NJ. At the light in Washington, turn right onto Route Plant Care ....................................... 73 57 East; follow for 3.4 miles. (*-continued below) Potpourri ........................................... 9 I-95: Take exit for Route 31 North; follow approximately 37 Potpourri & Culinary Supplies ....... 11 miles to Washington, NJ. At the light in Washington, turn right Scented Geraniums .................. 53 - 54 onto Route 57 East; follow for 3.4 miles. (*-continued below) Shipping Instructions ...................... 80 Route 22: (Easton, PA area.) Follow Route 22 East into Special Events ............................... 5 - 8 Phillipsburg, NJ and take Route 57 East to Washington, NJ. At the Topiaries.......................................... 13 main intersection in Washington, you will cross Route 31. From there follow Route 57 East for 3.4 miles. (*-continued below) Tours ................................................. 8 Transplanting Tips .......................... 15 (*) At the first traffic light, turn left onto 629 North/Port Well-Sweep Logo............................. 80 Murray Rd; follow this for 1.5 miles. Once past the fire house, make a right onto 629 North/Rockport Road. Go 1/2 mile and then bear left onto Mt. Bethel Road. The farm is one mile ahead on the left. 4 SPECIAL EVENTS May 20, Saturday, 6:30 to 9:00 by Cyrus Hyde - noted lecturer and collector. At 10:30 & 12:45 join Jay Chai, owner of the Medicinal Pandan Room and Topo for Thai, Indonesian and Vietnamese dishes featuring herbs and spices from our Herb Walk & farm. Jay will discuss easy culinary tips for exotic fla- Cherokee Storytelling vors. These dishes will also be available for sampling and purchase from 10 to 2. Come experience unusual David Winston, renowned herbalist and ethno- herbs to enhance your dishes and expand your palate. botanist, will present an educational walk to locate At 11:00 Loretta Cheswick, skilled Apiarist, will and identify common medicinal herbs in their native talk about how to attract honey bees to your garden, habitat. Learn about the healing properties of nature’s the joys of beekeeping and honey extraction. Come pharmacy, perhaps just beyond your own doorstep. sample our delicious and organic spring nectar flow. Following the walk, David will share a Cherokee In- At 1:00 join Kerry Adams, a practicing herbalist dian story as we gather around a campfire. of 36 years, for a lecture on Kitchen Cabinet Medi- Mr. Winston is an internationally known lecturer cine. Some of our best healing herbs are already in our as well as founder and president of Herbalist & Al- homes. Learn about these many natural remedies, their chemist, Inc. Refreshments will be served. Reserva- uses and how to treat or prevent illness for yourself tions are required. $43.00. and your family. Our largest selection of herb plants will be avail- May 28, Saturday, 1:30 to 3:30 able on this day.