Everything you need to know about growing herbs
Basil is a popular culinary herb, used for bringing lots of flavour to a variety of foods. What you may not know about basil is that it’s also a great source of wellness, protection, and healing. This wonder herb has been used as tea for thousands of years in countries such as India where it […]
Maybe you’ve been growing herbs for awhile and are looking for ways to use up some of your abundant herb harvest. Or maybe you’ve been hearing a lot of buzz lately about the hot topic of the role herbs can play in our everyday wellness. In any case, if you’d like to learn how to […]
Thyme is a wonderful herb to have on hand for a variety of recipes, and is a relatively easy herb to grow. If you’re looking for some inspiration on ways to use some thyme you may have on hand, here is a roundup of recipes using fresh thyme. Appetizers: Bacon-Wrapped Dates with Herbed Goat Cheese / […]
Summer’s here, and what better way to cool down on a hot summer day that with a refreshing glass of homemade iced tea? This delicious recipe combines fresh blackberries and basil for a unique flavour that’s sure to help quench your thirst. Using an instant pot to brew the tea makes this super easy to […]
Just like certain colors can relieve stress, fragrances can also do the same. This is one of the reasons why aromatherapy is so popular. Certain scents in nature are known to instantly boost your mood, calm anxieties and make you feel at peace. It’s easy to grow some of your own stress relieving plants right […]
This quick and easy Strawberry Caprese skewer recipe is sure to be a hit at your next summer gathering. Your guests will certainly appreciate this delicious and healthy appetizer. This fun variation of the traditional Caprese salad replaces the classic tomato with sweet strawberries, which pair beautifully with the rich balsamic blaze and fresh basil. […]
Many of the plants commonly grown as herbs in the herb garden are equally worthy of being grown for their ornamental value in the flower garden. By definition, an herb is a useful plant, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be pretty as well! With a little experimentation, you may find that your flower garden […]
