How to Grow Lavender
Lavender is a beautiful, fragrant herb that is perfect for any garden. Growing lavender is easy and only requires a few simple steps, as long as you get started the …
How to Grow Mint from Cuttings
If you love the taste of fresh mint in your mojitos (or any other recipe!) you may be interested in growing your own mint plants. Growing mint from cuttings is …
How to Store Fresh Rosemary
Whether you grow your own or buy it at the grocery store, you might be wondering how to store fresh rosemary so that it doesn’t dry out. Well, wonder no …
How to Use Sage in Cooking
Sage is a versatile herb that can be used in a variety of dishes. It has a slightly earthy flavor that pairs well with other savory ingredients. Here are a …
Homemade Italian Seasoning Mix
This homemade Italian seasoning mix is the perfect blend of herbs to give your recipes that classic Italian flavor. This mix includes basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, and is a great …
How to Make Herb Butter (from any fresh herbs)
Butter tastes great, but herb butter tastes really great! If you have been wondering how to make herb butter, read on! This is a basic recipe that you can customize …
What Herbs Can Be Planted Together?
When deciding what herbs to plant together in your herb garden, it is crucial to consider the compatibility of the plants as some herbs can affect the growth and condition …
How to Water Mint – Mint Watering Guide
Mint is a snap to grow in your kitchen garden. However, there are a few things you need to know when it comes to watering mint to keep your plant …
Lemon Rosemary Shortbread Cookies
Lemon rosemary shortbread cookies are the perfect treat for when you want something sweet, but still light and delicate. These delightful cookies are perfect for any occasion or no occasion …
How to Dry Chives
Chives are a tasty and versatile herb. They are easy to grow, but they die back during winter. So, how do you dry chives so that you can use them …
How to Harvest Cilantro
Cilantro is a delicious and fragrant herb used in many different cuisines all over the world. It is best used fresh. In this post, we will show you how to …
Q&A: What is a Clove of Garlic?
Garlic is a flowering plant in the lily family, native to central Asia. The plant has tall, erect stalks and edible green leaves, but the garlic bulb is the part …
Oregano Pesto
Oregano pesto is a great alternative to the traditional basil pesto that you know and love, and it’s a great way to use up a large crop of oregano from …
Thyme Substitutes – What to Substitute for Thyme in your recipe (fresh or Dried)
If you are making a recipe that calls for thyme, but you don’t have any on hand, check out our list below to find the best thyme substitute for your …
Rosemary Butter
Rosemary butter is a excellent way to add a delicious flavor to many different dishes. It’s especially great with steak, potatoes, and roasted veggies. It’s surprisingly easy to make, and …
How to Harvest Rosemary
Late summer is a great time for harvesting rosemary. Rosemary is a robust plant that can withstand both light and heavy harvesting as long as you do it correctly. This …
How to Store Fresh Parsley
Parsley is a popular herb that can be used in many different dishes. However, storing it can be a bit of a pain as it can dry out quickly and …
Italian Seasoning Substitute
Italian seasoning is a blend of dried herbs and spices that is used to flavor many Italian dishes. If you don’t have any on hand, there are a few substitutes …
How to Harvest Thyme
Thyme is a hardy perennial that is relatively easy to grow. Harvesting thyme is relatively simple, and thyme is a hardy plant that will recover quickly if harvested correctly. This …
How to Harvest Basil Seeds
Harvesting basil seeds is essential for any dedicated herb gardener. As an annual herb it must be grown anew each year, so saving your own basil seeds is a must. …
