How to harvest mint without killing the plant
Mint is a perennial herb with a reputation for being a vigorous grower that is almost impossible to kill. Based…
How to grow, use and propagate lemon balm
Lemon balm is an easy-to-grow herb that often is overlooked by home gardeners. And it is a shame as gardeners…
How to harvest basil seeds (sustainable & saves money)
Harvesting your seeds is a great way to introduce succession or successive planting into your herb garden. And basil is…
21 uses of herbs (or why you should start a herb garden)
Growing a herb garden at home is an inexpensive and wonderfully luxurious way to use additional space in your garden…
Growing basil from cuttings for limitless supply of fresh basil
You cannot have too much basil. And you can use basil for so much more than fresh tomato salads and…
How to grow fennel at home – best way for early harvest
Fennel can be started from seed indoors in pots or planted directly outdoors when there is no longer any risk…
Are your oregano leaves yellow? Learn why & how to fix
Starting an oregano plant from seed holds a particular type of attraction for both experienced and new gardeners. But why…
Perennial herbs zone 7 (how to overwinter herbs)
Every home gardener has a few favorite herbs in their herb or vegetable garden. And these favorites tend to be…
When to harvest oregano (proven method)
Harvest oregano in the morning after the dew has dried and the aromatic oils are at their highest level. Harvest…
How to germinate seeds (or 12 reasons seeds do not germinate)
Spending time understanding how to germinate seeds is an investment that will pay off many times over. As with most…
Grow basil from leggy basil seedlings (and why it happens)
You get tall, spindly or leggy basil seedlings when your soil is too nutrient rich, there is not enough light,…
Growing dill: Complete guide from seed to harvest
Welcome to our guide to growing dill at home. Dill (Anethum graveolens) is easily recognisable with its fluffy, ferny foliage…
How to grow lemongrass in pots, containers and grow bags
Lemongrass is a tropical plant, and gardeners in non-tropical hardiness zones should consider growing lemongrass in pots, containers, or homemade…
Our top 16 basil plant care tips (and tricks)
Basil is one of the more popular aromatic herbs to use in the kitchen as well as to plant and…
How to repot basil (for more to harvest)
To successfully repot seedlings and young basil plants is a skill that will help you create a successful herb garden…
Growing sage indoors (method, care & harvest)
Sage (salvia officinalis) is a member of the mint family of herbs and is a great perennial herb to grow…
Grow rosemary from cuttings (problem free propagation tips)
We grow most herbs from seeds. But we always grow rosemary from stem cuttings. It is not that difficult to…
Grow tarragon from cuttings & seeds (French & Russian)
To grow tarragon is not necessarily difficult. But there are some facts you should be aware of to increase your…
How to grow thyme from seeds or cuttings
Thyme is a must for all home cooks. Use thyme with meat, and fish as well as vegetarian dishes or…
Why we grow Chives indoors year-round
Grow chives indoors for instant access to a flavourful and aromatic herb that packs a punch. Chives is that one…
How to grow lavender from seed
A traditional country garden is not complete without the vibrant herb lavender. And that’s why we encourage even beginner gardeners…
How to grow basil indoors (for year-round supply)
When you understand how to grow basil indoors you will never have to buy another basil plant again. We grow…
How to harvest coriander seeds for continuous supply
Coriander – or cilantro as it is also called – is a herb you either hate or love. But for those…
How to grow herbs – 13 mistakes to avoid and what to do
I get a lot of questions about how to grow herbs and vegetables from friends, family and fellow enthusiasts. As…
Growing Cilantro (Coriander) & how to germinate Coriander seeds
I grow a lot of coriander. Or cilantro as you may prefer to call it. But to germinate coriander seeds…
Grow stevia at home – indoors and outdoors
Stevia (stevia rebaudiana) is a perennial herb that is also known as sugarleaf and candyleaf. If you grow stevia at home…
How to grow Peppermint – indoors and outdoors
Peppermint (Mentha piperita) is a popular and easy to grow herb. We grow peppermint indoors every spring to give us…
How to grow oregano from seed – Add some italian excitement to your cooking
Growing oregano (Origanum vulgare) in your garden is a great way to have this wonderful fresh herb all year round….
How to grow herbs indoors – A beginners guide
Growing herbs indoors is an everyday luxury that will add many benefits to your home and kitchen. Herbs look and…
How to grow sage from cuttings
Sage (Salvia officinalis) is a beautiful perennial herb to grow. You can quickly grow sage from cuttings taken from an…
How to grow chervil – indoors and outdoors
Chervil (anthriscus cerefolium) is also referred to as French parsley or garden chervil. Chervil is a wonderful flat leaf herb…
How to grow parsley from seeds
My parents would always grow parsley (Petroselinum crispum) in the garden. I grew up with parsley being the one herb…
Grow basil from seeds (5 simple steps)
You only need one healthy basil plant to become self-sufficient. Read on and I will show you how to grow a…
How to grow Coriander from seeds
Coriander (Coriandrum sativum) is one of the most popular and used herbs in the world. We grow coriander from seeds…
How to grow Thai basil in 17 easy steps
Thai basil is a must in Thai cooking. A cousin of the more common sweet basil, this aromatic herb can…