Somewhere in Thyme – 2
Beautiful words from days gone by… The opening summer, the sky,The shining moorland, to hear,The drowsy bee, as of old,Hum o’er the thyme. — Matthew Arnold, [ ...click to read more ]
Growing Herbs
Articles on how to grow herbs.
Cleaning With Herbs
Many herbs are antibacterial, making them natural disinfectants. This all-purpose, environmentally friendly, non-toxic spray is excellent to have on hand for wiping, cleaning [ ...click to read more ]
Growing Turmeric — with Recipes
Fresh turmeric has a pleasant, ginger-like aroma, with a ginger-and-carrot taste. It is loaded with many healthy nutrients such as protein, dietary fiber, niacin, Vitamin C, [ ...click to read more ]
Six Drought Resistant Herb Plants
If you live in a drought-prone area, or you don’t have the time or resources to water your garden much, consider these beneficial yet drought-resistant herb plants. In [ ...click to read more ]
The “Sweet 16” – Plant These For A Healthy Garden
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 [ ...click to read more ]
Happy Earth Day !
Today is April 22nd — Earth Day ! Here is their “official” site: http://www.earthday.org/ Container gardening is a great way to grow your own food. Save [ ...click to read more ]
Spring Planting – Herbs and Vegetables
Most herbs and vegetables prefer sunny, well-drained soil, although some will do well in partial shade. Some herbs and salad greens are considered semi-perennial and will [ ...click to read more ]
All About Sage
To the ancients, including the Arabians, sage was associated with immortality, or at least longevity, and it was credited with increasing mental capacity. Sage [ Salvia [ ...click to read more ]
Lavender Cotton
Lavender Cotton – Santolina chamaecyparissus – Asteraceae (Compositae) family Although lavender cotton is a member of the daisy family, it is more reminiscent of [ ...click to read more ]
All About Chervil
Family: Apiaceae (Umbelliferae), Anthriscus cerefolium Hoffm. Chervil has been used since ancient Roman times. The flavor is somewhere between tarragon and parsley. Its [ ...click to read more ]
Mystical Magical Herbs 