Herbs
Whether just starting out, looking for growing info, or need help identifying edible herbs, you’ve come to the right place. There are a number of herbs that can be grown in the garden—some for medicinal reasons, some for aesthetic reasons, and others being common herbs you can eat, cook with or use in teas. Learning how to grow herbs is easy, and with the right know how, identifying edible herbs will become second nature. So whatever the reason, we can help with all your herb growing needs.
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Puntarelle Chicory: Complete Guide To Growing PuntarelleIf chicories are at the bitter end of the salad spectrum, puntarelle chicory is the most beautifully biting of the lot. Here's how to grow your own.
By Amy Grant
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How And When To Harvest Garlic For The Best Flavor – Plus, Top Tips For SuccessHarvest garlic when at least one third of the leaves have dried and turned brown. Dig the bulbs out with a trowel - don't pull!
By Heather Rhoades
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Best Companion Plants For Thyme In The GardenWhile companion planting isn’t an exact science, thyme proves to be one of the best companions for some, but not all garden plants.
By Amy Grant
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Best Sage Companion Plants In The GardenSage is a great companion for many garden plants, encouraging pollinators and repelling pests. Read more about sage for companion planting.
By Amy Grant
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What Herbs Can Be Planted Together? Best Combinations To TryWe all know the benefits of vegetable companion planting, but what about growing herbs as companion plants? Click here to learn more.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Ginseng Seed Propagation – Tips For Growing Ginseng From SeedLove ginseng but don't want to buy it? We'll teach you how to grow your own ginseng plants from seed.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Homegrown Mint Benefits Your HealthClick here and learn how homegrown mint benefits your health.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Bolting Cilantro - Why Does Cilantro Bolt And How To Stop ItCilantro always bolts eventually, but here are some tips about getting the best from this delicious herb and how to keep it going.
By Heather Rhoades
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Uses For Dandelions: What To Do With DandelionsDandelions are considered weeds by many people, but they're actually useful. Consider all the uses for dandelions before dismissing them.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Mint Plant Companions – What Plants Grow Well With MintIf you have herbs, you probably have mint. But what should you be growing your mint next to? Click for mint companion planting tips.
By Amy Grant
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Trimming Basil Leaves: Tips For Cutting Back Basil PlantsBasil plants are known for their outstanding aromas. The leaves of this herb have a high concentration of essential oils, making it a great addition to various cuisines. What then is the best way of pruning back basil plant leaves? Find out here.
By Amy Grant
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Tips On St. John’s Wort Pruning: When To Cut Back St. John’s WortSt. John's flowers more prolifically if you prune it once a year. Click here for information about St. John's wort pruning.
By Teo Spengler
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Potted Chamomile Plants – How To Grow Chamomile In A ContainerGrowing chamomile in containers is perfect if you're worried the generous self-seeder may be too rambunctious in the garden. Click fore more.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Curry Leaf Care - Growing Curry Leaf Tree In Your GardenCurry spice is a compilation of many herbs, whose flavor can sometimes come from curry leaf plants. Click to learn how to grow your own.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Lemongrass Herbs: Learn About Growing A Lemongrass PlantIf you like cooking with lemongrass herb, you may have wondered how to grow your own. Click here to read more about growing lemongrass.
By Amy Grant
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What Are The Best Plants To Grow With LavenderLavender is very good at protecting other plants from pests. Learn more about the best planting companions for lavender in this article.
By Liz Baessler
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What Is Creeping Germander: Tips On Growing Germander GroundcoverMany herb plants come from the Mediterranean and, as such, are drought, soil and exposure tolerant. Creeping germander is one of those. Read this article for more information about growing germander plants.
By Amy Grant

