Question: How tall do herbs grow? I'm designing herb gardens on either side of my entryway, almost like a cottage garden. I want it to be layered by height, so you can see everything from the walkway to the house. Is there a basic guide I can use to design my herb beds? -Jennifer … [Read more...]
8 Mistakes Gardeners Make When Raising Chives
By Jennifer Poindexter Do you desire a lush herb garden? You should consider adding chives. This herb is not only delicious, but it makes its growing space beautiful. It has to do with its vibrant green foliage, purple flowers, and the way it abounds like a bush. Chives are … [Read more...]
9 Top Dill Growing Tips for Garden Success
by Jennifer Poindexter Don’t you love fresh herbs? They’re amazing for a variety of reasons. I love fresh herbs when I’m cooking, I enjoy them when making tea, and I also love them when I’m canning vegetables from my garden. One herb I like to keep on hand is dill. I … [Read more...]
Do you water basil every day?
QUESTION: Do you water basil every day? I'm trying to grow it the first time. -- Michelle E ANSWER: Basil is a moisture-loving herb that shouldn’t be permitted to dry out too much between waterings. It should be given at least one inch of water per week, which translates to … [Read more...]
Do herbs need fertilizer?
QUESTION: Do herbs really need fertilizer? Or can I just grow them? -- Chrissy F ANSWER: Herbs don’t need as much fertilizer as many of the plants in the garden because they aren’t heavy feeders. However, especially when you grow herbs in containers, they benefit from an … [Read more...]
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