Whether you’re new to gardening or a seasoned pro, picking the easiest herbs to grow from seed can lead to a bountiful supply of fresh, flavorful, and fragrant additions to your meals. So, are herbs easy to grow from seed? Definitely! Many favorites are incredibly simple to start at home. Don’t worry if you’re just … Read more
Growing herbs in hanging baskets is a great solution for gardeners short on space or those looking to spruce up common areas. Many are pleasantly surprised to learn that a wide variety of herbs thrive in hanging baskets, giving growers plenty of options to pick from. A little planning at planting time goes a long … Read more
Growing herbs in containers is just as simple—and often even easier—than growing them in outdoor garden beds. Generally, herbs need good soil, proper drainage, regular watering, and plenty of sunlight to thrive. If you can provide these essentials while incorporating herbs into your container garden, you’re all set for years of fragrant, fresh harvests. Whether you’re … Read more
When most folks imagine a food garden, they picture annuals like tomatoes, cucumbers, and broccoli. But there’s a whole world of perennial vegetables, fruits, and herbs that thrive in nearly every gardening zone—except the very coldest. Every year, we make it a point to add more edible perennials to our garden. The idea is that … Read more
Growing sage in your home garden means you’ll always have plenty on hand—whether for cooking delicious savory and sweet dishes or for medicinal uses. Sage is fantastic for skin care, balancing women’s hormones, and getting through cold and flu season. In this article, you’ll learn how to grow and use sage. Whenever I think of … Read more
Cilantro is one of those herbs that people either adore or can’t stand—there’s really no in-between. Personally, I’m a big fan. Luckily, most of my family likes it too, though maybe not as much as I do. Seriously, what’s not to love? It’s simple to grow, gives you two herbs in one, and comes with … Read more
We’ve been growing edible hibiscus for years now, and honestly, it’s one of the easiest plants we’ve ever had. You might know it as Rosella, Jamaican Sorrel, or Florida Cranberry, but its scientific name is Hibiscus sabdariffa. The best part? You can eat the flowers, fruit, and leaves—every bit of it! In cooler places, you … Read more
summer, the star of our garden is basil. Sure, tomatoes might be most gardeners’ pride and joy, but for us, it’s all about basil. Why? Because we’ve likely run out of homemade basil pesto for our weekly pizza nights—sometimes for weeks, if not months. And let’s be honest, nothing beats fresh basil pesto on pizza. … Read more
