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The Baton Rouge Herb Society is a unit of The Herb Society of America and is the source for information and education on growing, propogating and using herbs in Baton Rouge.

Each month we hold a meeting focused on a particular herb or use of herbs. The general public is always welcome . Meetings are free to Society members. There is a $3 charge for non-members and includes a plant and handouts.

Unless otherwise noted, meetings are held at the Baton Rouge Garden Center located at 7950 Independence Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA, behind the main branch of the EBR Library. All meetings start at 7:00 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of the month from January through May and September and October.

If you would like to be informed of our monthly meeting topic and information and other events such as our herb sales, please fill out the form below. Rest assured that your information will not be shared with anyone.

While you're here you may want to visit our forum and join in the discussions about all things herbal.

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Download our Membership Application and mail to our treasurer (address provided on the form) or bring it to our next meeting.

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OLIVE TREES FOR SALE,
RESERVE YOURS NOW!!!!

The Arbequina trees are at least 4 (four) feet tall and over 24 months old. The Chemlali trees are 18 months old and 16-20 inches tall. Limited supply so please order now.

Trees will be delivered at the September 23, 2010 HSABR meeting. To reserve yours, fill out the form at the bottom left of this page. Please write that you want to purchase olive trees and the number of trees and variety you would like.
COST: Arbequina $30.00 Chemlali $20.00

Herb Society of America Baton Rouge Unit is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. All monies are used to promote our mission of educating the public about THE USE & DELIGHT OF HERBS. No one in this organization is paid a salary.

Arbequina This variety is grown throughout Spain and has proven adaptable to a variety of climates. They are cold hardy and self pollinating. Suitable for very high-density plantings, they thrive with as little as five feet between trees. While shorter than other varieties at maturity, these trees produce well after only two or three years in the ground and their small olives produce a very sweet oil, with a delicate almond overtone. This is NOT a grafted tree. Rita Salman, Chair HSABR, has been growing this variety for 3 years.

Chemlali This variety is the most common cultivar in the central and southern regions of Tunisia (north Africa on the Mediterranean). It is resistant to drought and very cold hardy. Chemlali is self fertile and begins to bear early. It is a constant intermediate producer. The oil has a mild, fruity flavor that stands alone or blends well with other varieties.

NOTE: The grower has been trying to get this variety for many years. The Chemlali olive tree has been growing in Tunisia since the time of Carthage. This is NOT a grafted tree.

See you in the fall for:

September Meeting - Thursday,
September 23, 2010 at 7:00PM
Cayenne-Hot enough for you? A thorough presentation on a major staple of local cuisine including how to grow it, and how to use it.

The Baton Rouge Garden Center
7950 Independence Blvd.
Baton Rouge, LA 70815

The Baton Rouge Unit of the Herb Society of America meetings are open to the public. There is a $3 fee for non-members and includes a free plant and handouts. * Members attend Free.

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Southeast District HSA Symposium - October 22-24, 2010

“Branching Out Beyond Basic Herbs”

Mobile Botanical Gardens

Mobile, Alabama

This will be an exciting, information packed three days so come prepared to learn, make new friends and have a great time.

The Herb Society of America's MISSION STATEMENT: The Herb Society of America is dedicated to promoting the knowledge, use and delight of herbs through educational programs, research, and sharing the experience of its members with the community.

Recycle your pots -
Please bring your used & empty pots to the next meeting and we will put them to use growing new herbs.

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The Arbequina trees are at least 4 (four) feet tall and over 24 months old. The Chemlali trees are 18 months old and 16-20 inches tall. Limited supply so please order now.

Trees will be delivered at the September 23, 2010 HSABR meeting. To reserve yours, fill out the form at the bottom left of this page. Please write that you want to purchase olive trees and the number of trees and variety you would like.