By Jennifer Poindexter Tia-to may not be the most common herb in the garden. Yet, many cultures enjoy this herb on a regular basis. If you’re looking to expand your horizons, why not start in your garden? Tia-to (also known as Vietnamese perilla) is commonly used to wrap … [Read more...]
How to Grow Rice Paddy Herb (Ngo Om) (Limnophila aromatica)
By Jennifer Poindexter Do you enjoy growing unique herbs and vegetables? One herb that may not be common to you is Ngo Om, also known as the rice paddy herb. This plant produces plenty of lush green foliage. It’s native to SouthEast Asia and wasn’t introduced to the western … [Read more...]
How to Grow Purple Lady Bloodleaf (Iresine diffusa f. herbstii)
By Jennifer Poindexter Are you in the market for a lush, purple plant that you may grow inside your home or outdoors? What if I told you purple lady bloodleaf could be the plant that fits the bill? Purple lady bloodleaf does well as a houseplant or as an annual when grown … [Read more...]
How to Grow Your Own Cumin Herb (Cuminum cyminum)
By Jennifer Poindexter Do you use a good amount of cumin in your cooking? Did you know it comes from a beautiful herbaceous plant you may be able to grow around your home? If you’d like to grow your own herbs and spices, it’s time to consider adding cumin to your herb … [Read more...]
How to Grow Thai Basil (Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora)
By Jennifer Poindexter Do you like to grow different varieties of common herbs? Basil is a traditional herb grown in many herb gardens. It’s no wonder because this herb is delicious! Yet, Thai basil is a unique variety of this plant. It produces green leaves, purple stems, … [Read more...]