May 2017 – Mystical Magical Herbs

May 2017

From The Herb Basket – 28

May 29, 2017 // 0 Comments

For a delicious and different flavor stir 1 teaspoon of apple or strawberry jelly into a piping hot cup of herbal tea. Stir until the jelly is melted. Tarragon was the favorite herb of Thomas Jefferson. Each summer he gave away dozens of cuttings to gardening friends. Here’s a tasty topping for the next casserole: [ ...click to read more ]

The “Sweet 16” – Plant These For A Healthy Garden

May 11, 2017 // 2 Comments

Here are 16 plants to use strategically for a healthier garden this summer. Basil: repels aphids, flies, mosquitoes, and mites; also has fungicidal properties. Plant basil next to tomato plants to repel hornworms. Borage: repels tomato hornworms and flea beetles. Catnip: repels ants, fleas and mosquitoes. Chamomile: [ ...click to read more ]