Guide to starting seeds indoors – seed starting made simple
I am a member of many gardening groups, and around this time of year, many beginner gardeners stress about starting…
Top 5 tips for starting seeds indoors in winter
When fall and winter arrive, it is time to start planning your indoor garden. To start small, you only need…
Top 5 herbs to grow indoors this winter (without grow lights)
The good news is that you can grow herbs and vegetables year-round in low-light conditions without a grow light. Will…
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)
Starting a herb garden at home is an inexpensive and ideal use of space in your garden. Herbs attract pollinators…
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 are often perennial…
When to harvest oregano (proven method)
Quick facts: Harvest oregano in the morning after the dew has dried and the aromatic oils are at their highest…
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, you…
Growing dill: Complete guide from seed to harvest
Welcome to our guide to growing dill at home. Dill (Anethum graveolens) is easily recognizable 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 and to plant and care for…
How to repot basil (for more to harvest)
Learning to repot seedlings and young basil plants successfully is a skill that will help you create a successful herb…
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 difficult to sow…
Grow tarragon from cuttings & seeds (French & Russian)
Growing tarragon is not necessarily tricky. But there are some facts you should be aware of to increase your chances…
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, aromatic herb that packs a punch. Chives are that one herb…
How to grow lavender from seeds (plant, harvest & use)
A traditional country garden is not complete without the vibrant herb lavender. And that’s why we encourage beginner gardeners to…
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. We grow basil…
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. Today…
Growing Cilantro (Coriander) & how to germinate Coriander seeds
I grow a lot of coriander. Or cilantro, as you may prefer to call it. But germinating coriander seeds can…
Grow stevia at home – indoors and outdoors
Stevia (Stevia Rebaudiana) is a perennial herb known as sugar leaf and candy leaf. You will understand why if you…
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 fresh plants…
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 (Anthriscus cerefolium) is a beautiful flat-leaf…
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 world’s most popular and used herbs. We grow coriander from seeds continuously throughout…
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…