Herb Garden

I love to read and study about herbs. I even grow a few in my home to use in cooking. I would love to grow lots outside, but I have a tiny yard and a dog. I was able to take a class about Herbs...

Growing your own herbs is a rewarding venture. Not only do the plants provide pleasant greenery for your garden or home, but also you have a constant source of fresh herbs to liven up your...

Herbs are equally loved by both cooks and gardeners. Not only are herbs very useful plants, they can add an attractive element to many landscape designs. Many types of herbs grow abundantly in the...

Fish emulsion is a popular choice for organic farmers to supply plants like cilantro with a sustained food source. Provide optimum soil conditions, regulate the growing environment and rely on the...

Mint is one of the easiest herbs to grow and produces one of the easiest seeds to save. Growing mint will release a cleansing aroma over the entire area in which it is planted, and the plant will...

Wild mint (Pycnanthemum) is commonly grown thoughout North America for medicinal and culinary purposes. Wild mint is available in several varieties, including spearmint, peppermint and mountain...

Sage plants are hardy herbs from the Mediterranean region that require very little intervention from a gardener. Once planted, sage tends to take care of itself. It needs very little water and...

Lemon sage plants are flowering plants that are used for many practical purposes, such as accentuating food and helping cope with illness. This versatility makes lemon sage plants a popular...

With the a tremendous variety of plants in the herb family, gardeners can choose annuals, perennials or long-lasting shrubs to highlight any garden space.

If you love to garden but don't like ground pests infiltrating your herbs and tomatoes, you may want to build plant hangers that hold the plants in beautiful and sturdy fashion. Building plant...

Growing your own medicinal garden can be an excellent hobby as well as a way to boost your own immune system to improve your health. There are many beneficial plants and herbs that can be grown in...

Do you love the flavor and smell of fresh sweet basil but don't have the space or tools necessary to plant it in a garden? Sweet basil is an herb that does exceedingly well in small spaces. With...

This lovely ornamental herb is native to Europe and the Mediterranean and grows well in warm, sunny climates and cooler winter conditions. Lavender is highly prized for the oil extracted from its...

Many people like to grow herbs for food use, but it is surprising how beautiful some of the foliage is, and many herbs have flowers. It is really pleasant to go into the yard and smell the...

With so many varieties of herbs available for gardens, there are no set rules on how to care for all herbs. However, you can follow some guidelines to ensure a fragrant and tasty garden filled...

Medical herbs, relatively easy to grow, have a variety of applications. There are many herbs that fall into this category, and most require little care other than warmth, sunlight and water. ...

It may be one of the most recognized smells in the world and has been used since ancient times. Lavender's clean, musky fragrance relaxes, soothes, and guarantees a peaceful slumber. The Egyptians...

Mullein is an herb that has been used for centuries in treating fevers and other illnesses. It is also used frequently to keep deer away from gardens and as an ornamental herb. Mullein is not...

Transplanting wild herbs to a home garden is a great way to have the herbs you want on hand, and also preserves the natural balance of the plant in the wild. Read these steps to learn how to...

Like much we know about life in general during Medieval times, our knowledge of the Medieval garden comes from paintings. The Medieval garden could be viewed as the one-stop shopping spot of the...

Everyone wants to save money and it's so easy to plant save money these days by growing your own herbs. Herbs are quite adaptable and can be pretty garden plants when grown in pots. You'll...

Even if you don't have a green thumb, you should give this green project a try.

Rosemary is an aromatic perennial herb with blue, pink and white flowers that can be grown either in the garden or inside your home. Mature rosemary plants reach a height of three to six feet and...

An indoor herb garden is a great way to always have fresh herbs available right at your fingertips when cooking. You can grow almost any herb in an indoor herb garden. No more last minute trips to...

Forget the dehydrated sacks of leftovers. Those concoctions of dried up herbs are about as relaxing as sand in between the toes. Try planting a garden full of fruits, vegetables, and herbs that...

Kitchen herb gardens are designed to grow fresh herbs used for cooking and garnishing meals. This type of garden should provide easy access so that herbs can be collected quickly and easily. Herb...

While the variety and quality of herbs that can be found in grocery stores has improved over the past five years, there's still no better solution to your herb needs than growing them yourself. By...

One of the easiest herbs to grow is the chive. Essentially, the chive is in the onion family and each set of leaves grows from a miniature bulb.

The arrowroot plant, or Maranta arundinacea, was highly valued as a food source by Native Americans, who introduced it to Europeans. Arrowroot is not only valuable in the kitchen but is relatively...

Flax has long been a source of clothing fiber in the United States. Today its primary commercial purpose is to provide linseed oil from its seeds. Gardeners grow flax to get the benefits of its...

Plant herbs for their great looks and for making your food better tasting and healthier. Herbs are easy to grow. Their purple, gold, silver, or green foliage will make your container gardens and...

Herbs go great with tomatoes in the kitchen and they are even more important in the garden to improve the tomato crop. Many other vegetables and ornamentals also go well with tomatoes in the garden.

Tansy is technically an herb, although some call it a flower and some call it a weed. It's reputation as a weed comes from the fact the herb is so adaptable it can grow almost anywhere. It's an...

We don't know how long humans have been using wormwood, but we do know the first known reference to the herb's usage was in ancient Egypt around 1600 B.C. Its name comes from its most famous use,...

Hyssop is a tall-growing, flowering herb which, in addition to its physical charm, has a number of medicinal and culinary uses. Also, bees and butterflies flock to the herb, so you can grow it in...

Madder has been used as a source of dye for centuries, creating a beautiful red. The oldest materials dyed with madder belonged to Queen Arnegundis, the Merovingian queen, which date back to the...

The popularity of Mediterranean cuisine has made basil a popular herb. It is hardy and easy to grow and harvest. Because of this, basil has become a staple of home herb gardens. Regularly pruning...

Bush basil is much smaller than its sweet basil cousin. While sweet basil may grow to 2 to 3 feet, bush basil reaches only 6 to 10 inches. It is milder in flavor, but is used in cooking the same...

Salad Burnet (Sanguisorba minor) is a clump-forming perennial herb in the Rose family (Rosaceae), and is native to Europe and Asia. Salad Burnet thrives on chalky (alkaline) soils. It was...

Alkanet, or "Anchusa officinalis," originated in the Mediterranean and is often found growing near country roadsides throughout England. Depending on conditions it's a short-lived perennial or...

Planting an herb garden in your yard or in pots is a wonderful activity for your family. Not only are herbs beautiful and easy to care for, they can also supply your family with needed cooking...

Bergamot is also known as bee balm and Oswega tea. It blooms from midsummer to early autumn. Bergamot's pink, red, or white tubular flowers attract butterflies, hummingbirds, butterflies and bees....

Sweet Annie is an annual herb that can grow up to 6 feet tall. It is also known as Artemisia Annua, Sweet Wormwood and Chinese Fragrant Fern. It holds its color and scent well and is often used in...

Comfrey is a perennial herb with hairy leaves and bell-shaped flowers. It is a member of the borage family, and was once thought to protect travelers on their journeys. Comfrey can be used as a...

Tarragon, with its slightly sweet licorice flavor, makes a tasty addition to many of your recipes and it is very easy to grow. This delicious herb is excellent in sauces, salads, soups and...

Stevia is native to South America, but you can successfully grow your own supply anywhere with a three-month growing season. You can even grow stevia indoors on a sunny windowsill. Although stevia...

Herbs can be used as an attractive, fragrant ground cover that you can walk on. They look beautiful and are easy to plant in beds, between stepping stones or anywhere you'd like a fast-growing...

Fresh herbs are a desired ingredient in many recipes and being able to walk out the back door and pick a few leaves enables a savvy cook to spice up any dish in a snap. You may also find medicinal...

Knot Gardens became popular in landscapes of the grand homes of Renaissance England and France. These formal gardens are designed in geometric patterns that show off the lovely textures and shades...

An herb garden is a great addition to any home, and designing one can be a lot of fun. One of the most important parts of this project is choosing the right location for your plants. Read below...