Herbs
Whether just starting out, looking for growing info, or need help identifying edible herbs, you’ve come to the right place. There are a number of herbs that can be grown in the garden—some for medicinal reasons, some for aesthetic reasons, and others being common herbs you can eat, cook with or use in teas. Learning how to grow herbs is easy, and with the right know how, identifying edible herbs will become second nature. So whatever the reason, we can help with all your herb growing needs.
Herbs
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Tarragon Plant Harvesting: Tips On Harvesting Tarragon Herbs
As with most other herbs, tarragon is cultivated for its flavorful leaves rich in essential oils. How do you know when to harvest tarragon though? Click this article to find out about tarragon harvest times and how to harvest tarragon.
By Amy Grant
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Harvesting Feverfew Herbs: How To Harvest Feverfew Plants
The harvesting of feverfew herb seeds and leaves by these early societies was thought to cure everything. Today, it is once again becoming a staple in many perennial herb gardens. If one of these gardens is yours, click here to find out more.
By Amy Grant
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Tips On Harvesting Angelica: How To Prune Angelica Herbs
Less commonly seen here, angelica can be cultivated in the cooler regions of the United States where it can reach heights of up to 6 feet (2 m.)! This begs the question, does the angelic plant need trimming and, if so, how to prune angelica herbs? Click here to learn more.
By Amy Grant
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Dill Plant Care: Tips For Treating Pests On Dill Plants
As with most herbs, dill is fairly easy to care for, but it does have its share of dill plant pests. Find out about getting rid of insects on dill and other dill plant care in this article. Click here for more information.
By Amy Grant
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Companion Planting With Borage – Plants That Grow Well With Borage
Companion planting is based on the idea that some plants perform better if they are located near a strategic plant partner that may attract beneficial insects, improve soil quality, or even share root space in a beneficial manner. Learn about borage and companion planting here.
By Karen Boness
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Lavender Harvest Time: How And When To Pick Lavender Plants
Harvesting lavender plants isn’t tricky, but knowing exactly how and when to do it allows you to get the most out of your bounty. Learn more here.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Tips On Harvesting Oregano And How To Dry Oregano
Oregano has a pungent scent and flavor punch. It is an easy to grow herb, which is used fresh or dried. Learn about harvesting and drying oregano herbs in this article so you can have it readily on hand.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Hemp Uses And Care: Learn How To Grow Hemp Seed
Hemp is the non-psychoactive variety of Cannabis. It has great potential as a grain and fiber material. There are approved varieties for planting depending upon where you live. Learn more about hemp seed here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Storing Thyme - Drying Fresh Thyme After Harvesting
Thyme is one of the most versatile herbs, with various cultivars and flavors. Knowing how to dry thyme can help you preserve the delightful scent and flavor of this herb for easy home use. Click here for more.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Wild Chives Identification: Are Wild Chives Safe To Eat
We cultivate our chives amongst our herb beds, but did you know that wild chives are one of the most common and easy-to-identify wild-growing plants? What are wild chives and are wild chives edible? Click here to find out.
By Amy Grant
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Horseradish Care In Pots: How To Grow Horseradish In A Container
If you have ever grown horseradish, then you are only too well aware that it can become quite invasive. The solution, of course, would be container-grown horseradish. Look at this article to find out how to grow horseradish in a container.
By Amy Grant
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Cutting Back Anise Hyssop: How And When To Prune Agastache
Agastache, or anise hyssop, is an aromatic, culinary, cosmetic, and medicinal herb. Light trimming will keep the plant looking its best. In this article, we will discuss when and how to prune Agastache for the best results and a healthy plant.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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What Is Parsley Root: Tips On Growing Parsley Root
Growing parsley roots have big, parsnip-like roots and greens that can be harvested and regrown throughout the summer. To learn more about how to grow parsley roots in the garden, this article will help.
By Liz Baessler
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Rosemary Topiary Tips: Learn How To Shape A Rosemary Plant
Topiary rosemary plants are shaped, fragrant, beautiful, and usable plants. In other words, they have a little bit of everything to offer - a beautiful, fragrant, sculpted plant that adds decoration to gardens and the home. Learn more in this article.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Harvesting Anise Seed – When And How To Pick Anise Seeds
If you’re someone who loves anise, there’s nothing easier or more rewarding than growing and saving your own anise seeds to use year round. Click this article to learn more about how to pick anise seeds and preserve them so you can use and enjoy the spice year after year.
By Liz Baessler
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What Is Greek Basil: How To Care For Greek Basil Herb Plants
Possibly the most well-known of this herb type, Greek basil is an open pollinated heirloom basil. It is used in many areas of Greece, where it grows wild. Click on the following article to learn more about this impressive basil plant variety.
By Becca Badgett
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Common Ginseng Uses: What Is Ginseng Used For
What is ginseng used for? It is considered a panacea which can help enhance well-being. Ginseng remedies are wildly popular in Eastern medicine, where the herb is used for everything from curing the common cold to promoting sexual virility. Learn more in this article.
By Bonnie L. Grant