Got black spots on basil leaves and looking for a solution? Basil is one of the most popular culinary herbs in the world. You can find it in cuisine from Italy, Northeast Asia, and its native land of India. Many cooks and chefs call basil the “king of herbs” There are … [Read more...]
11 Popular Garden Herbs to Grow Yourself
Looking for ideas for which herbs to grow in your garden? One rule of thumb is to grow what you like to eat or cook with! If you eat a lot of garlic or basil, then you should be growing it yourself. Here's a roundup of popular herbs to give you some ideas on what you might want … [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...]
How to Grow Lemon Thyme (Thymus Citriodorus)
by Matt Gibson Lemon thyme plants are so easy to grow—they practically do all the work themselves. The highly aromatic herb is a low-slung, woody perennial that performs well in both relatively dry and moderately sunny garden locations. Thyme leaves can be harvested and used … [Read more...]
How to Harvest and Preserve Herbs From Your Garden
by Matt Gibson An herb garden is one of the most rewarding ways you can use your outdoor garden area to improve your culinary experience at home. Not only will you have access to lots and lots of fresh herbs to help add flavor to your favorite recipes, you will also probably … [Read more...]