If you have ever planted spearmint, you know that it is prolific! I have lots of it, and lots to spare. So here are 12 things to do with spearmint!
Why Do My Fresh Herbs Taste Bitter?
I have never planted herbs before, but went to the nursery and chose 4 for a patio pot. I have chives, lavender, parsley, and rosemary. I pinched them and tasted and they were terribly bitter! So I clipped the old foliage and the new that is growing back is bitter, also.
Soothing Effects of Lemon Balm Tea
When I first was given a start of lemon balm, I had no idea what to do with it! The second season, I was pretty wary because it had spread over a large area. It spreads by seeds and maybe by runners underground.
What is the edible part of a stevia plant?
Is My Basil Getting Too Much Water?
My basil plants are not a deep green, are they getting too much rain?
How can I get better results from my herb garden?
How Do I Dry Chamomile for Tea?
Does anyone have any tips for drying chamomile for tea?
I would like to know how to grow herbs, and how and when are they ready to use.
Overwintering Mint Grown in Containers
I want to grow mint in a container outdoors above ground, but I'm concerned about winter storage. There is no room in the apartment, will it winter in a shed with protection? If so, what steps can be taken?
My Lavender is Not Leafing Out
We planted a lavender plant last year. It did well. This spring we cut it back. It looks dried out, brown, and twiggy. No sign of green at all. Does it start to green in late May or later? Should it be greening by now?
I have cilantro, Italian parsley, dill, basil, thyme, tarragon, rosemary, sage, and mint, and I have four hanging pots to plant them in. What is the best combination?
Planting an Aero Herb Garden Kit
We just bought one of those Aero Garden Kits. I've read all the directions, but I'd like to hear from people who have some experience with these things before I get started.
Companion Plants for a Curry Leaf Tree
I see there was an earlier post which grouped herbs that could be grown together. What would grow well with a potted curry leaf tree? I am hoping for something that also looks pretty at the base of the tree, maybe thyme, etc.
Growing Garlic in a Greenhouse
Is garlic OK to grow in pots in my green house?
Water Acid Loving Herbs With Leftover Coffee
I planted my acid loving herbs near my kitchen door, and in the morning when my morning coffee finishes brewing, I put the used grounds directly onto the soil, instead of having to walk them to the compost bin or throw them away!
Have any of you ever grown lemon grass? If so,? did you grow it from seed or from a plant? If from a plant, where did you purchase it?
My basil's stalks are turning brown, is this normal?
Growing Flat Leaf Parsley Indoors
How often should flat leaf parsley be fed in an indoor herb garden?
This is the second year I started these Pineapple sage from cuttings. Started in water until roots came, transplanted into yard and kept doing it through the summer. They turned out beautiful, running across the entire yard in front of house.
When growing basil, does it spread?
Basil is one of the most popular herbs in the home garden. Known for its strong, peppery flavor (with hints of licorice), and its striking ornamental foliage. Basil is as versatile in the landscape as it is in the kitchen.
Growing A Perennial Herb Garden
If you've ever wanted to plant an herb garden, perennials herbs are the way to go. Not only do they contribute a fresh supply of flowers, fragrance and herbs year after year, once perennial herbs gardens become established they require very little maintenance.
How do I harvest these herbs: mint, basil, parsley, rosemary, dill and chives? I do not know if I should just tear off leaves or cut off the stalks/stems. I want the basil etc for cooking but I want the plant to keep producing. They are on my patio in pots.
I never seem to know when to cut my lavender to get the best fragrance. Also, what is the best way to dry it.
