Growing Herbs

Articles on how to grow herbs.

Calendula- Europe’s Wonderful Flower

November 2, 2014 // 0 Comments

For centuries, healers from all over the world have used calendula’s bright orange and sunny yellow flowers. Related to daisies, calendula’s medicinal powers are [ ...click to read more ]

Herbs of the Zodiac

October 23, 2014 // 6 Comments

Aries– Garlic, hemp, marjoram, mustard seed, Angelica root Taurus– Coltsfoot, dandelion, sage, thyme, patchouli, cedar Gemini– Caraway seed, lavender, [ ...click to read more ]

Huacatay (Tagetes minuta) — Minty Herb from Peru — also called Peruvian Black Mint

October 13, 2014 // 13 Comments

I planted the huacatay seeds in pots (using regular potting soil) around the beginning of April of this year. These were seeds collected from last year’s crop. Most of [ ...click to read more ]

For Your Information/Ebola Virus

October 11, 2014 // 1 Comment

There is no vaccine for the ebola virus. There are no medicines, no cures. Your best defense is a strong immune system, proper hydration, attention to hygiene and proper [ ...click to read more ]

Crossword Puzzle – “Garden Dealings”

October 5, 2014 // 0 Comments

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October Recipes

October 1, 2014 // 0 Comments

Pork Chops and Cabbage 6 thick, boneless pork chops 1 large onion 1 small head of cabbage 1 cup of milk Seasoned salt, pepper and paprika Brown the chops on both sides in 2 [ ...click to read more ]

Sabbat Garden

September 22, 2014 // 0 Comments

Sabbat Garden ~ Herbs, Flowers, Vegetables, and Seeds Mabon ~ Sept. 21/22 – Rue, Rosemary, Marigold, Sage, Chamomile Samhain ~ Oct. 31 – Rosemary, Mugwort, [ ...click to read more ]

Mabon Season

September 20, 2014 // 0 Comments

In this season of gathering and harvesting the bounty of herbs, fruits and flowers, let us not lose sight of what this season really means to those who follow a path [ ...click to read more ]

From the Herb Basket

September 7, 2014 // 0 Comments

In a region of Saudi Arabia, around Mecca, the name aloe, saber, means patient. Aloes are considered “patient” plants because they are evergreen and require very [ ...click to read more ]

All About St. John’s- Wort

September 1, 2014 // 0 Comments

This beautiful herb is a perennial, with a lifespan of several years if not over-harvested. Sow seeds in late March on prepared soil. Do not cover the seeds. They need [ ...click to read more ]