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Edible plants and flowers can add a new dimension to cooking, both aesthetically and when it comes to flavor. They have been used in this way for centuries. Many of these plants grow wild all around us. We can learn to identify and use them for the benefit of our health and environment. more »
A flowering plant doesn't always produce flowers, and those that do have a flowering season and usually will not bloom outside of that time. Some flowers have a flowering time so brief you may miss it. Flowering plants include many that you don't notice, like grasses, ivy and oaks. more »
Planting a landscaped yard, garden or patio is not only beautiful, it can increase your property value. Landscaping projects are not just for the professional landscaper--you can do it yourself with a little research and a labor. Plant landscaping provides other benefits to your home, including shading, erosion and noise control. more »
There are two types of English herb gardens: cottage and formal. An English cottage herb garden is a small plot of land close to the kitchen door filled with medicinal and cooking herbs. It's meant to be close at hand when the cook needs fresh herbs for a recipe. A formal English herb garden is structured around a shape such as a... more »
Deer are beautiful animals, but they can also do a great deal of damage to your garden as well as spread disease through deer tics. To protect your garden and your and family, here are some steps you can take. more »
Fruit trees, plants, and bushes add color and fragrance to your yard or garden in addition to...
Herbs are among the most versatile of all plant material, offering medicinal benefits, aromatic...
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If you do not have an herb garden, or even if you do, consider planting some herbs in a basket that you can hang near the back door or kitchen... more »
Planning an herb garden is the first step to successfully growing your own herbs. Herb gardens can be large or small, from a plot in the garden to... more »
While most herbs don’t need regular pruning to grow, keeping your garden groomed will maintain plant shape and encourage healthy growth.... more »
Formal herb gardens look impressive, but can be difficult to accommodate in a small space. Though herb gardens are vibrant and lush in summer, by... more »
Cooking with herbs is the best way to bring out the flavors of food, plus some can be effective in other ways. It is easy to pass them in the... more »
Spring time brings a sense of cheerfulness and color that has been long missed during the dreary cold days of winter. A perfectly planted window... more »
Mixing flowers with herbs is multi-tasking in the garden. Near your kitchen, a mixed bed of herbs and flowers, particularly edible flowers, can... more »
A sunny window ledge is a perfect spot to grow a small indoor garden. Whether growing herbs for cooking, orchids for their bloom, miniature... more »
Even if you don't have the time or space for an outdoor garden, you can reap the rewards of gardening by keeping a supply of freshly grown herbs... more »
Pot up your garden - flowers and vegetables, houseplants, herbs and even shrubs - with smart organic combinations. Use all kinds of planters and... more »
Herbs can be used for many things. While some are used for their healing properties, others are used for cooking in special flavors. Some herbs... more »
Herbs, in general, are fun to grow, because they are almost all very hardy and tend to grow quite fast. Young herbs--cut in spring and early... more »
A small herb garden is indispensable for adding layers of flavor to sweet and savory dishes. You can also cultivate herbs for aromatherapy... more »
The word "bouquet" can mean a bunch of flowers, a nosegay or an aroma or scent. Since most people think of herbs as cooking ingredients they... more »
One of the joys of gardening is the fragrance of fresh flowers whether in your flower garden or cut and displayed throughout your home. With so... more »
With the growing cost of commercial pharmaceuticals, many people are turning to their own backyards when it comes to healing minor ailments. If... more »
Using herbs to freshen the air is a great alternative to chemical sprays. Not only are fresh herbs an alternative, they come with their own... more »
A Shakespeare garden features herbs, flowers, shrubs and trees found in Shakespeare's plays and sonnets. The great English playwright William... more »
There are some plants whose qualities are just compatible with one another and do better when they are close. There are many ways to use companion... more »
The best time to plant herbs will depend on the climate and hardiness zone of each region, some herbs require consistent warm temperatures so they... more »
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