Quotes About Earth
Today is Earth Day. Every day should be Earth Day. Make her a promise and keep it. Promise her that each and every day, you’ll do something to help her maintain her [ ...click to read more ]
Battle of the Bugs
Once this cold snap has ended, and warmer days appear, so will the bugs. Hungry and ready to bite. Fend them off with all natural herbal remedies. I’ll post several and [ ...click to read more ]
Garlic Chives
Garlic chives thrive in full sun, and fertile soil. The dark green leaves are a staple in Asian dishes. Transplants are easy to find in garden centers. Or you can start [ ...click to read more ]
Gardening in Small Spaces
Limited space: It’s a problem many gardeners face. Few of us have the ideal 1/2 acre garden plot with 18 inches of top soil and full sun. Don’t give up ! With [ ...click to read more ]
All About Cilantro
Coriander [ Coriandrum sativum Apiaceae ]. Other common names: Chinese parsley or cilantro. Parts used: Leaves, stems and seeds. The leaves of the Mexican coriander or [ ...click to read more ]
April in the Herb Garden
April can be overwhelming. We get carried away by all the seed racks and bedding plants at the nursery and garden centers. Making a list before going out to shop will help [ ...click to read more ]
From the Herb Basket
Instead of using black plastic as a barrier to weeds in the garden, use newspapers or brown paper grocery bags. Lay the papers or bags around the plants and cover with 2 or 3 [ ...click to read more ]
Gutter Gardening Projects
When I saw the article, I thought to myself “Why didn’t I think of this?” You can grow a lot of herbs and vegetables in a small outdoor space this way. [ ...click to read more ]
From the Herb Basket – 8
To bring out the true flavor of tarragon, soak the leaves for several minutes in a liquid that can be used in the recipe- stock, oil, lemon juice, or vinegar. For steamed or [ ...click to read more ]
March in the Herb Garden
New Moon in Pisces- March 1, 2014 -1:pm EST. This moon cycle is a time of renewal. A time for planting, starting seeds, working in soil amendments. Time to dream of warmer [ ...click to read more ]
Mystical Magical Herbs 