Mint is a nearly foolproof culinary herb that is an absolute “must have” in your kitchen garden. This versatile and tough plant is a dream come true for beginning herb gardeners and those with a black thumb. Growing tips and facts Mint belongs to same plant family as many other popular culinary herbs, including basil, […]
Herb Gardening 101: Growing Oregano
Oregano is a culinary work horse popular in Greek, Italian and Mexican cuisine. Mexican oregano is not from the same botanical family as the Greek and Italian varieties, however. It is stronger in flavour and is not an ideal substitute for the other types in recipes. Some types of oregano are more prized for their […]
Herb Gardening 101: Growing Lavender
Lavender is a strikingly beautiful culinary herb that has long been treasured for its beautiful, delicate purple blooms and wonderful, soothing fragrance. Lavender is more than just a pretty face, however. It has also earned a respected place in the kitchen due to its delicious flavour. This is one herb that is a welcome addition […]
Herb Gardening 101: Growing Rosemary
Rosemary is a versatile, fragrant culinary herb native to the Mediterranean region. This popular herb is treasured for its pungent, pine-like flavour that adds a distinctive note to dishes ranging from grilled fish to beef roasts to wild game. Rosemary is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Its woody stems allow it to be […]
Herb Gardening 101: Growing Thyme
Thyme is a lovely aromatic culinary herb that is well known for its showy ornamental beauty and medicinal qualities. This beautiful plant is prized not only for its wonderful flavour and outstanding fragrance, but also for the way it neatly frames garden beds as a border plant and spills gracefully over low walls and containers. […]
Herb Gardening 101: Growing Cilantro
Cilantro is a very popular culinary herb that offers international appeal. The flat parsley-like leaves add a wonderful, distinctive flavour to guacamole, salsa and other Mexican recipes, while its seeds – aka coriander seeds – can be ground into a powder or used whole in many popular Indian dishes. Growing tips and facts Cilantro is […]