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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Lavender Container Care: Tips On Growing Lavender In PotsLavender is a beautiful herb to grow in pots, planters or other containers. Read on for tips on the best practices.
By Liz Baessler
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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 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
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Learn How To Grow OreganoOregano is an easy-care herb that can be grown indoors or out in the garden. This herb is also easy to grow. Read the following article for information at how to grow oregano in your garden.
By Nikki Tilley
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Winterizing Rosemary Plants – How To Protect Rosemary In WinterCan rosemary survive outside over winter? The answer depends on your growing zone. Ask your local garden center about cold hardy varieties in your area. This article will also help with protecting rosemary plants in winter.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Basil Harvest Guide – How To Harvest Basil Herb PlantsBasil is a must have in the herb garden, but how do you know when to pick basil? When exactly is basil harvest time? If you’re interested in learning how to harvest basil, click here for more information about picking and harvesting basil herbs.
By Amy Grant
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How To Regrow Garlic Chives: Growing Garlic Chives Without SoilJust one garlic chives bulb will produce tons of slender, green leaves to zest up recipes. Read on to learn how.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Lavender Seed Propagation – How To Plant Lavender SeedsLavender seeds are slow to germinate and plants grown from them may not flower in the first year, but if you?re patient and willing to put in the work, you can generate beautiful plants from seeds. Learn about starting lavender from seed in this article.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Spilanthes Herb Care: How To Grow Spilanthes Toothache PlantSpilanthes toothache plant is a lesser-known flowering annual native to the tropics. What is Spilanthes and how is it used? Find information on how to grow, care for, and use the Spilanthes plant in this article.
By Amy Grant
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How To Harvest CilantroIf you wish to increase the life span of cilantro, harvesting it regularly will help greatly. When it comes to cilantro, harvesting is relatively easy. Read this article to learn about cilantro harvesting.
By Heather Rhoades
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Separating Sorrel Plants: Learn About Dividing Garden SorrelDo you need to split sorrel? Large clumps can weaken and become less attractive in time, but dividing garden sorrel every so often in spring or early summer can revive and rejuvenate a tired plant. Learn more about sorrel plant division in this article.
By Mary H. Dyer

