The Secret Life of Basil: Forlorn Love, Holy Water, and Scorpions?
How much do you really know about that Basil sitting on your windowsill? This “King of the Kitchen” has a fascinating secret past, and surprising origins!
Growing Herbs in the Winter: How to Channel Mother Nature Every Month of the Year
Whether you transplanted summer herbs into containers or purchased new herbs expressly for indoor growing, successful indoor gardening during the winter months can be a trip.
The Unscientific Guide to Grow Lights: How They Work & Why You Need One
How do you select the right grow light? And how do you use it? Find the answers here!
Plant for the Bees, Please
No doubt, you are somewhat familiar with the plight of the pollinators. If you listen carefully, it feels as if so much of our natural world is facing a challenge, and it is, but there is something that all gardeners can do to help. Plant a garden packed with the...
End Times for Bees?
Bees are the critical link in our food chain – they are the most prolific pollinator in the insect world. Learn why we can’t live without them.
How to Prepare Lemongrass
Lemon Grass is an easy, zesty herb that packs a robust punch of flavor to many recipes.
The Importance of Soil: The Foundation of Your Garden
We’ve written a lot about soil over the years, mainly passing on information that we’ve gathered over 40 + years of gardening. And, although this basic element is so essential to the success of any herb garden, and you’d think we ‘knew it all by now, there is always...
Biblical Herbs: Mints in the Bible
Plants are first mentioned in the Bible in the first chapter of the first book: “Then God said, ‘Let the earth bring forth grass, the herb that yields seed, and the fruit tree that yields fruit according to its kind…” (Genesis 1:11). Throughout the ages, the Hebrews...
Planning and Prep: Tools of the Trade
Is your gardening buddy ready...If you absolutely want to save yourself time and money, even a few headaches, it’s time to start taking care of those tools that help make your garden grow. This is an excellent time to take a detailed inventory of what’s on hand, what...