Ornamental thymes make wonderful evergreen ground covers in sunny gardens. These perennials (meaning they grow back year after year) are covered with magenta, lavender or pink flowers in early summer.
If you cook Italian food at home, you probably keep a good supply of oregano on hand. But once you've tasted oregano you've grown yourself, those tiny jars on the supermarket shelves will never...
Marjoram is a close cousin of oregano. It has a more delicate flavor, which some people prefer, but the two herbs can be used interchangeably in most recipes.
In centuries past, people used sprigs of rosemary to aid memory, ensure good luck at weddings and ward off evildoers. Today it works its magic in kitchens around the world.
Sage arrived on America's shores with the first wave of English settlers, and the pungent herb has been a staple in yankee kitchens ever since.
Like its relatives basil and mint, thyme comes in many flavors and fragrances, all of them enticing.
Lavender has it all: silvery gray foliage; long spikes of flowers in shades of pink, blue, white or deep purple; and, of course, its signature aroma. Lavender also ranks high on the list of...
French tarragon tastes best when freshly picked from one's own garden, which is exactly why savvy gardening cooks enjoy growing this culinary herb. You can grow French tarragon from plant...
Ensure easy access to fresh, tasty herbs by growing them in pots on the patio within reach of the grill or just outside the kitchen door. Potted herbs are fairly easy to grow, but they are a bit...
Chinese herbs can soothe common ailments and diseases such as hypertension, digestive problems and infections. Growing a Chinese herb garden isn't as difficult as you may think. It requires rich...
Valerian, also known as Garden Heliotrope, is a hardy perennial prized for its medicinal effects. Cats love it. It is a great companion for other plants in your garden, attracts butterflies and is...
Dill is an herb that is often used to flavor dips and salad dressings. Dill can also be used in fish dishes, soups and salads. Dill is a common herb that grows well throughout the spring and...
Winter savory is a strong-tasting herb that is most often used to flavor liqueurs. It can also be used to flavor vegetables and as a garnish for salads. Winter savory is a plant that requires...
Summer savory is an herb with a peppery taste that belongs to the mint family. It is often used to flavor soups, stews, sauces, stuffing and egg dishes. Summer savory is a durable plant and can be...
Anise is an herb that is used in salads, baking recipes and to flavor oils and liqueurs. As a medicinal herb, it is known to treat stomach aches. It tends to grow wild and can produce a large...
Chervil is an herb that is used in various soup, fish and egg recipes. Many people also use chervil to garnish their salads or put into sauces to add a distinct flavor. When using chervil, it is...
Catnip belongs to the mint family. The leaves contain a lemon-mint scent. These perennial plants produce a cluster of small white to blue fragrant flowers that self-seed. The plant attracts...
Marjoram is a common herb used in French style dishes. It is similar to oregano, but preferred by many because it has a much sweeter taste. Marjoram is often used to season meats, vegetables,...
Many herbs lose their flavor when they are dried or frozen. Even the fresh herbs you purchase in the grocery store may be stale by the time they make it to your food. You can grow fresh herbs...
Sweet Marjoram grows between 1 and 2 feet tall with bush-like characteristics. The gray-green leaves give a velvety feel and white flowers cluster on spikes. Typically, the herb grows as an annual...
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