Annual herb and plant sale is May 16

Staff report

CANFIELD

The Holborn Herb Growers Guild is announcing its annual 2015 herb and plant sale to take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 16 at the pumpkin barn on the Canfield Fairgrounds, state Route 46 (Columbiana-Canfield Road), Gate 5, across from the Canfield Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol.

The sale will feature a wide selection of herbs and perennials. The number of herbs and perennials has been doubled, and the selection of unusual assortments has increased.

In addition, the sale once again will feature bargain-priced Twice Loved Perennials.

Members who have nurtured the plants for purchase will be on hand to assist, answer questions and share information.

The second printing of the guild’s cookbook, “Herbal Fare,” also will be available for purchase. This cookbook is filled with creative recipes that will help readers use herbal purchases.

The Holborn Herb Growers Guild began in 1982 with the aim of educating members and the public in the use and enjoyment of herbs.

The guild has established public herb gardens at the Western Reserve Village at the Canfield Fairgrounds and the Pioneer Village at Boardman Park and has hosted numerous educational programs and events.

For information on becoming a member, contact Mary Alice at 330-533-3559.

The sale is free to attend, open to the public and will take place rain or shine. Only cash or checks will be accepted.

For information regarding the herb sale, contact Carol at 330-720-7589.