I LOVE garlic. For me garlic is a food group in itself. Garlic is easy to grow, has a great yield, spruces up any dish and makes me feel so much better when I have a cold or sore throat. These are my four favorite varieties.
If you have grown fennel before you may know that their are two main types. Florence fennel or finocchio like this one make a bulb and is used as a vegetable. Regular fennel is an herb grown primarily for its leaves and seeds. It is also a great pollinating plant and medicinal herb.
Perennial onions are great because they need little care and are great for flavoring dishes. This article will teach you how to grow and use Egyptian Walking Onions.
Gardening in urban areas and on patios means less space. Using pots and containers can help keep your garden organized while giving you more room to grow.
Planting bulb flowers in the fall is an excellent way to ensure a vibrant and colorful garden come spring. I love watching crocuses pop up through the snow. It energizes me. Planting bulb flowers in the fall is an excellent way to ensure a vibrant and colorful garden come spring.
In USDA Zones 5 & 6, the timing and selection of bulbs are crucial to achieving the best results. Let’s talk about when to plant some common bulbs, growing conditions, and some of the different options. Crocus, daffodil, hyacinth, and tulips.
Many herbs add flavor to food. but thats not all. Herbs have natural compounds that have antioxidant, anti inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. All those cool things that benefit our health and help us fight off germs.
Another health benefits of culinary herbs is that they help add flavor without relying heavily on salt, sugar, or processed sauces.
In this article we look at the health benefits of 7 common cooking herbs, how to use them medicinally, and growing tips.