Everything you need to know about growing herbs
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 […]
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 […]
5 Easy Ways to Attract Ladybugs to Your Garden – and Encourage them to Stay! Ladybugs are a big help to organic gardeners because they spend their days eating destructive garden pests, including aphids, whiteflies, cabbage moths, and mites. Thanks to their voracious appetites, ladybugs are considered beneficial insects by gardeners who want to control […]
Basil is perhaps one of the mostly widely used herbs in cooking, and it’s one I highly recommend for growing yourself, as it comes in handy in so many recipes – and of course for making pesto. Although it’s most commonly known as a culinary herb and perhaps even a decorative plant, some basil varieties […]
If you’re looking for a way to use some of the lavender from your garden, these DIY Lavender Bath Bombs made with essential oil and dried lavender flowers are a great project for you. With its lovely soothing fragrance, lavender is the perfect addition to your bath. Make some of these bath bombs for yourself, […]
Herb gardens are typically grown in full sun. In general, this is the best way to grow herbs. This is true of most edible and fruit bearing plants. Fruit bearing plants usually need more sun than shade in order to produce fruit. However, it is still possible to grow herbs successfully even if you have […]
