Culinary herbs are leaves and seeds that are used to flavor food. Most culinary herbs--including oregano, sage, savory, catnip, and marjoram—come from perennial plants with non-woody stems. Rosemary, however, is a woody shrub, and basil and dill are annuals that must be replanted … [Read more...]
How to Grow and Use Mint
Mint is a versatile plant that can be used in many food and drink recipes. There are many varieties of the hardy herb, which can be eaten or planted to provide an excellent ground cover. … [Read more...]
How to Grow an Indoor Herb Garden
There is nothing better, nor healthier, than having your own fresh herbs to pluck right there in the kitchen – or very close by. An indoor herb garden promises fresh cooking opportunities year-round. So how do you do it? It’s not at all hard as it turns out. So, where to … [Read more...]
Growing a Kitchen Counter Window Garden
Are you looking to join the locavore movement? Well, it doesn’t get much more local than growing your own…unless you grow your own right there in the kitchen next to the stove! Sprouts Sprouts are the easiest thing to grow in a small space such as a kitchen counter. This … [Read more...]
How to Grow Garlic
Want to learn how to grow your own garlic? This guide will teach you the basics. Varieties of Garlic The most common type of garlic found in stores is artichoke garlic, which also is easy to grow at home in your garden. The savory bulbs are closely related to onions, and can be … [Read more...]