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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Basil Harvest Guide – How To Harvest Basil Herb Plants
Basil is a must have in the herb garden, but how do you know when to pick basil? When exactly is basil harvest time? If you’re interested in learning how to harvest basil, click here for more information about picking and harvesting basil herbs.
By Amy Grant
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How To Regrow Garlic Chives: Growing Garlic Chives Without Soil
Just one garlic chives bulb will produce tons of slender, green leaves to zest up recipes. Read on to learn how.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Lavender Seed Propagation – How To Plant Lavender Seeds
Lavender seeds are slow to germinate and plants grown from them may not flower in the first year, but if you?re patient and willing to put in the work, you can generate beautiful plants from seeds. Learn about starting lavender from seed in this article.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Spilanthes Herb Care: How To Grow Spilanthes Toothache Plant
Spilanthes toothache plant is a lesser-known flowering annual native to the tropics. What is Spilanthes and how is it used? Find information on how to grow, care for, and use the Spilanthes plant in this article.
By Amy Grant
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How To Harvest Cilantro
If you wish to increase the life span of cilantro, harvesting it regularly will help greatly. When it comes to cilantro, harvesting is relatively easy. Read this article to learn about cilantro harvesting.
By Heather Rhoades
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Separating Sorrel Plants: Learn About Dividing Garden Sorrel
Do you need to split sorrel? Large clumps can weaken and become less attractive in time, but dividing garden sorrel every so often in spring or early summer can revive and rejuvenate a tired plant. Learn more about sorrel plant division in this article.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Pets And Citronella Geraniums – Is Citronella Toxic To Pets
Is citronella safe for pets? If you grow scented geraniums, be sure to keep your dogs and cats away. Scented geraniums are toxic to pets. Learn more here.
By Susan Albert
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Chamomile Care Indoors – Learn How To Grow Chamomile Indoors
While it will thrive outdoors, chamomile will also grow very well indoors in a pot. Learn more about how to grow chamomile indoors using the information found in this article. Click here for additional info.
By Liz Baessler
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What Is Applegate Garlic: Applegate Garlic Care And Growing Tips
Garlic is not only delicious, but it’s good for you. Some people find garlic a little too strong, however. For those whose taste buds prefer milder garlic, try growing Applegate garlic plants. What is Applegate garlic? Click here for Applegate garlic info and care.
By Amy Grant
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Saffron Harvest Info: How And When To Pick Saffron
There's more to saffron than just growing it. You need to know how and when to harvest the herb. Learn about saffron crocus harvesting and its uses today by reading this article.
By Amy Grant
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Growing Victorian Herbs – What Is A Victorian Herb Garden
What is a Victorian herb garden? Learning more about this intriguing period may even inspire you to grow one in your own backyard.
By Laura Miller
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How To Grow Grocery Store Basil - Planting Supermarket Basil
Repotting grocery store basil, as well as propagating it, are great ways to get the most for your money. Read on to learn how.
By Tonya Barnett
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Can I Plant Grocery Store Ginger - How To Grow Grocery Store Ginger
Ginger has a lengthy history and was once bought and sold as a luxury item. But perhaps you have wondered, “Can I plant grocery store ginger?”. Read on to find out.
By Amy Grant
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What Is Bupleurum: How To Grow Bupleurum Herb Plants
What is bupleurum? It is a plant with a long history as an Asian herbal medicine and is a lovely foil for many other types of plants. Growing bupleurum in the garden bed brings in traditional natural medicine paired with unmatched annual color. Learn more here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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When To Harvest Tea Plants: Information On Tea Plant Harvesting
Growing the tea plant, Camellia sinensis, allows you to produce your own tea at home. But how do you get from the plant to the cup? Learn more about harvesting tea plants in this article.
By Amy Grant
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Growing Tea At Home – Learn About Tea Plant Container Care
Did you know that you can grow your own tea? This evergreen shrub can be grown outdoors in USDA zones 7-9 but for those in cooler zones, consider growing tea plants in pots. Learn more in this article.
By Amy Grant
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Salad Burnet Plant: How To Grow Salad Burnet
Salad burnet plant is a Mediterranean native with hardy tolerance. Salad burnet is easy to grow and makes a useful addition to the herb garden. Find out how to grow this herb in the following article.
By Bonnie L. Grant