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Planting and growing herbs is a simple and satisfying project for any gardener or cook. Start an herb garden with this free gardening video series.
There are 6 videos in this series:
Peppermint is a thirsty herb whose leaves can be used in cooking. Grow a peppermint plant with tips from a horticulturist in this free gardening video.
Winter tarragon is an herb that requires full sun and plenty of water. Care for winter tarragon with tips from a horticulturist in this free gardening video.
Majorum is an herb used in many fish and chicken dishes that also adds color and texture to an herb garden. Plant majorum in full sun with tips from a horticulturist in this free gardening video.
St. John's wort is a thirsty herb with medicinal benefits. Grow St. John's wort today with tips from a horticulturist in this free gardening video.
Basil is a versatile herb that requires quite a bit of moisture and pruning. Care for a basil plant with tips from a horticulturist in this free gardening video.
Lamb's ear is an herb that adds striking visual appeal to any garden. Plant a lamb's ear herb plant with tips from a horticulturist in this free gardening video.
Landscaping a front or back yard doesn't have to be a professional job. Home gardens provide a tranquil area for reflection and relaxation. Tending and enjoying a garden can lower blood pressure, ease anxiety and provide diversion in which to ponder and meditate. Even with limited yard space, planting a small corner garden is a afternoon task. A garden that can add color and aroma, as well as cooking spices, is an herb garden. In this free gardening video series, a horticulturist discusses different types of herbs and their uses. Learn to care for peppermint, winter tarragon, basil and more with tips on watering, planting and soil. Find out how to utilize each herb in the kitchen as well as how each plant can affect a garden. Anyone can grow an herb garden with this useful information.
Stan DeFreitas Stan DeFreitas, also known as Mr. Green Thumb, has experience as an urban horticulturist working for the Pinellas County Extension Service and has taught horticulture at the St. Petersburg College. Mr. Green Thumb has spread gardening know-how on radio, TV and newspaper columns in both the Clearwater Sun and the Tampa Tribune. DeFreitas is the number one gardening adviser in the state of Florida, first to establish a community garden in Pinellas County and helped start the first Master Garden Program in Pinellas County. He was also Jaycees Horticulture "Man of the Year" twice and has won the Landscape Design award from the city of St. Petersburg Beach. DeFreitas has been awarded numerous garden club speaker certificates and was the host of the highest-rated garden show on local PBS.dkdk
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