by Matt Gibson Learning how to grow chamomile is a simple and easy process. Any gardener, new or experienced, should be able to grow chamomile successfully with just a little bit of knowledge and preparation. Chamomile has been cultivated and consumed for centuries as a … [Read more...]
Herbs and Flowers in Shakespeare
by Matt Gibson William Shakespeare was a poet, playwright and actor who is widely considered to be one of the greatest and most prolific writers in the history of the English language. The master penned a total of 39 plays, 154 sonnets, two long narrative poems, and perhaps a … [Read more...]
How to Grow Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis)
by Matt Gibson As far as herbs go, lemon balm is one of the least commonly cultivated herbs available for purchase in the nursery, and lemon balm is therefore a rare sight in modern herb gardens around the world. However, lemon balm, also called Melissa, is highly … [Read more...]
How to Grow and Make Your Own Tisanes (Herbal Teas)
by Matt Gibson What's a tisane? Most of the tea steaming in cups around the world is made of the leaves and buds of a shrub botanists call Camellia sinensis. All of the “true teas,” such as black tea, green tea, and oolong tea, are the product of steeping the Camellia … [Read more...]
How to Build an Herb Spiral
by Erin Marissa Russell Ready to build an herb spiral? You’ve probably admired the whimsical layout and space-saving design of herb spiral gardens on Pinterest, gardening websites, or maybe even in a neighbor’s yard. Whether you have a bulletin board full of sample clippings or … [Read more...]
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