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• How to Make Herbal Sleep Pillows

  Last Updated: Feb 1, 2011 | Views: 3279

• How to Harvest a Basil Crop

  Last Updated: Feb 1, 2011 | Views: 3080

• How to Make a Herbal Tincture

  Last Updated: Feb 1, 2011 | Views: 2806

• How to Make Herbal Mosquito Repellant

  Last Updated: Feb 1, 2011 | Views: 4046

• Caspian Mint Plant

  Mint plants (Mentha) are native to the areas surrounding the Caspian and Mediterranean seas. The…

  Last Updated: Sep 12, 2011 | Views: 2349

• What is Mandrake Root?

  Mandrake root, which is also known as Atropa mandragora and "Satan's Apple," is a brown,…

  Last Updated: Nov 9, 2010 | Views: 3517

• Root Rot in Fennel

  Bulbing fennel is an annual plant grown for its edible bulb. Common fennel is a…

  Last Updated: Oct 23, 2010 | Views: 3108

• Bean Beetles on Culinary Sage Plants

  There are numerous pests that can invade the vegetable garden and destroy the plants. Pesticides…

  Last Updated: Sep 28, 2010 | Views: 2474

• Fennel Root Growing Conditions

  All types of fennel plants are root-forming and prized for their licorice-like flavor. Utilized medicinally…

  Last Updated: Sep 9, 2010 | Views: 3160

• What Is Griffonia Seed?

  Griffonia seed is the seed of a northwest African shrub or climbing vine, Griffonia simplicifolia,…

  Last Updated: Sep 2, 2010 | Views: 3420

• Uses for Dried Mint Leaves

  A large variety of mints, from the commonly grown spearmint to specialty mints such as…

  Last Updated: Sep 2, 2010 | Views: 3805

• Height of Provence Lavender Plants

  Lavenders of all varieties are one of the most popular herbs grown today. Provence lavender…

  Last Updated: Aug 19, 2010 | Views: 4137

• Life Cycle of a Chili Plant

  Chili peppers were discovered by Spanish explorers in Central America, Mexico, Peru and Chile and…

  Last Updated: Aug 17, 2010 | Views: 4504

• How to Take Care of the Herb Basil in the Home

  Americans may not consider basil the passport to paradise like the Hindus of India, or…

  Last Updated: Aug 11, 2010 | Views: 5451

• Will Perennial Herbs Grow in a Barrel?

  Yes, you can grow perennial herbs can be grown in a barrel. The barrel must…

  Last Updated: Jul 31, 2010 | Views: 3291

• How Far Apart Do I Plant My Stratified Ginseng Seeds?

  Stratified ginseng seeds should be planted in the fall before any ground freeze takes place.…

  Last Updated: Jul 31, 2010 | Views: 3295

• How to Dry Wintergreen Leaves for Tea

  Wintergreen oil has a bold flavor, but it can overpower other herbs. Instead of using…

  Last Updated: Jul 30, 2010 | Views: 2956

• How to Grow Herbs of the Bible

  Several herbs mentioned in the Bible are commonly cultivated in home gardens around the United…

  Last Updated: Jul 29, 2010 | Views: 3311

• When Will Musk Thistle Stop Bolting?

  Musk thistle shoots stop bolting (elongating) around the time when the first flower head shows.…

  Last Updated: Jul 29, 2010 | Views: 1982

• How Tall Is the Mint Plant Flower?

  There are more than 20 varieties of garden mints. Two of the most common types…

  Last Updated: Jul 28, 2010 | Views: 3327

• French Herb Gardens

  French herbs come from the Mediterranean region and are often used in French cuisine. They…

  Last Updated: Jul 27, 2010 | Views: 2954

• What Is White Fuzz Growing in an Herb Garden?

  Powdery mildew is a common problem in herb gardens, according to the Horticultural Development Company.…

  Last Updated: Jul 26, 2010 | Views: 4929

• How to Plant Cat Mint

  Cat mint is well known, as is its cousin catnip, for making adult cats ecstatic…

  Last Updated: Jul 26, 2010 | Views: 2913

• Mint Plant Varieties

  When it comes to mint plant varieties there are over 600 different ones to choose…

  Last Updated: Jul 25, 2010 | Views: 4922

• How Long Does it Take to Grow a Marsh Mallow Root?

  It takes two years for the perennial root of the marsh mallow plant to fully…

  Last Updated: Jul 25, 2010 | Views: 2389

• Are Basil Plants Poisonous to Cats?

  Basil and most other culinary herbs, such as thyme, rosemary, cilantro, parsley and mint, will…

  Last Updated: Jul 25, 2010 | Views: 4302

• How to Grow Rhodiola Herbs

  Rhodiola rosea belongs to the large family of Sedum plants which consist of over 400…

  Last Updated: Jul 24, 2010 | Views: 2975

• How Much Light Is Needed to Grow Basil Indoors?

  Regardless of whether it is grown indoors or outside, basil plants prefer full sun (6…

  Last Updated: Jul 24, 2010 | Views: 1998

• Does Lemon Grass Grow in Kentucky?

  Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus), a perennial herb in USDA zones 10 through 11, can be grown…

  Last Updated: Jul 22, 2010 | Views: 3093

• How to Grow Herbs for a Vaporizer

  Vaporizers can help relieve symptoms of the common cold, allergies and other medical problems. By…

  Last Updated: Jul 22, 2010 | Views: 2860

• Where Can I Find Amaranth Plants or Seeds?

  Amaranth, from the Amaranthaceae family, produces vibrant flowers and edible seeds, leaves and stems. Though…

  Last Updated: Jul 22, 2010 | Views: 3185

• How to Care for Hidcote Hypericum

  Hidcote hypericum, more commonly known as St. John's wort, is a perennial herb with bushy…

  Last Updated: Jul 22, 2010 | Views: 3819

• What Is the Best Mix of Herbs to Grow Together in a Pot?

  When choosing a mixture of herbs to plant together in a container, it is important…

  Last Updated: Jul 22, 2010 | Views: 4337

• Can You Plant a Sprouted Garlic Bud?

  According to EdibleContainerGardening.com, sprouted garlic buds can indeed be planted. Sprouted bulbs need to be…

  Last Updated: Jul 21, 2010 | Views: 3134

• What Part of the Thyme Plant Do You Eat?

  Thyme leaves and flowers may be eaten. Both fresh and dried thyme have many culinary…

  Last Updated: Jul 21, 2010 | Views: 3706

• Air Freshener Made From Mint From the Garden

  Homegrown mint provides an uplifting fragrance, suitable for scenting the home. Fragrances vary among mints,…

  Last Updated: Jul 21, 2010 | Views: 3721

• The Uses of Cardamom

  Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) comes from a region of Sri Lanka. It's additionally cultivated in El…

  Last Updated: Jul 21, 2010 | Views: 3185

• Should I Remove the Flower Stem From My Basil Plant?

  Remove the flower stem from your basil plant if you are growing it for culinary…

  Last Updated: Jul 20, 2010 | Views: 3876

• The History of the Lavender Plant

  Lavender has been grown for more than 2,000 years and is often used in medicine…

  Last Updated: Jul 20, 2010 | Views: 2472

• How Often Should I Water Indoor Garlic Plants?

  When growing garlic plants indoors, care for them in much the same way as most…

  Last Updated: Jul 20, 2010 | Views: 3367

• When to Plant Cilantro Seeds in Florida?

  Cilantro, an annual which is similar in appearance to flat-leaf Italian parley, does not handle…

  Last Updated: Jul 19, 2010 | Views: 3247

• Instructions for Herb Wheel Planters

  Herb wheel planters allow you to plot out a well-organized herb garden, whether you grow…

  Last Updated: Jul 19, 2010 | Views: 3012

• Poisonous Alocasia

  The alocasia is a perennial herb that is sometimes called elephant’s ear. Some species of…

  Last Updated: Jul 18, 2010 | Views: 3568

• Types of Edible Flower Petals for Salads

  Eating flower petals was a common delicacy in the past. They were cooked in a…

  Last Updated: Jul 18, 2010 | Views: 3240

• Where to Find Purslane Seeds

  Purslane (Portulaca oleracea) is a common edible weed often used in recipes around the world.…

  Last Updated: Jul 18, 2010 | Views: 2385

• How Tall Do Garlic Chives Grow?

  Garlic chives (Allium tuberosum), also known as Chinese chives, grow to a height of 12…

  Last Updated: Jul 17, 2010 | Views: 2941

• Types of Lavender Plants for the Southeast USA

  Prized for fragrant purplish flowers and aromatic gray foliage, lavender (Lavandula spp.) is among the…

  Last Updated: Jul 17, 2010 | Views: 3851

• How to Design a Herb Garden with Pots & Pavers

  Among other reasons, herbs are cultivated throughout the world for culinary and medicinal purposes. Each…

  Last Updated: Jul 17, 2010 | Views: 3016

• Can Herbs Grow in Different Soils?

  Herbs grow in a range of soil types including sand, silt and loam, but do…

  Last Updated: Jul 17, 2010 | Views: 1838

• Can You Cut Chives Down & Will They Regrow?

  Chives, a perennial herb, grow each year and expand to fill their growing space. Cut…

  Last Updated: Jul 17, 2010 | Views: 4366

• How to Care for Provence French Lavender

  An herb garden favorite, Provence French lavender (Lavandula intermedia "du Provence") is one of the…

  Last Updated: Jul 17, 2010 | Views: 3634

• History of the Herb Basil

  Basil is a popular annual herb that is a member of the mint family. It…

  Last Updated: Jul 16, 2010 | Views: 2511

• How to Plant Catmint Plants

  While it’s true that cats enjoy eating catmint, also called catnip, people can also use…

  Last Updated: Jul 16, 2010 | Views: 2744

• Planting Wheatgrass

  Proponents of the tonic benefits of wheatgrass claim that the critical enzymes in the juice…

  Last Updated: Jul 16, 2010 | Views: 2970

• Herb Plants Guide

  Herbs are plants primarily grown for culinary, medicinal and personal care purposes. In addition to…

  Last Updated: Jul 14, 2010 | Views: 1836

• What Is Sweet Paprika?

  Paprika is a type of spice that is used in a variety of dishes to…

  Last Updated: Jul 14, 2010 | Views: 3019

• Sizes for Herb Gardens

  Herb gardening easily becomes an addictive hobby, so beware: You may start out with a…

  Last Updated: Jul 14, 2010 | Views: 2449

• Morinda Plants

  The Morinda genus contains 80 species of vine-like shrubs to small trees, some of which…

  Last Updated: Jul 13, 2010 | Views: 2770

• How to Grow Essiac Herbs

  In 1922 a Canadian nurse named Rene Caisse stumbled onto an herbal formula that she…

  Last Updated: Jul 14, 2010 | Views: 2600

• Are the Leaves of Pepper Plants Edible?

  Some types of pepper plants have poisonous leaves, such as the chili pepper Capsicum annuum.…

  Last Updated: Jul 12, 2010 | Views: 4146

• How to Grow Wheat Grass Indoors

  Juicing is one way to get needed nutrients into your diet, and wheatgrass is a…

  Last Updated: Jul 14, 2010 | Views: 2110

• Aloe Flower

  The most famous kind of aloe plant is the Aloe vera, which has sap that…

  Last Updated: Jul 12, 2010 | Views: 3175

• How to Grow Herbs in Mexico

  Herbs in Mexico grow quite readily because of the warm climate. In fact, they grow…

  Last Updated: Jul 14, 2010 | Views: 3150

• How to Plant an Arnica

  Arnica Montana is a perennial herb native to Europe. It can be grown in USDA…

  Last Updated: Jul 14, 2010 | Views: 2422

• Can I Plant Garlic From a Regular Head?

  Although garlic plants do flower, they don't produce fertile seeds, so propagation of garlic comes…

  Last Updated: Jul 11, 2010 | Views: 1957

• How to Create an Herb Garden & Prospecting for That Perfect Plot

  There is a certain mystique that separates herb gardens from common gardens. This mystique may…

  Last Updated: Jul 14, 2010 | Views: 3551

• How To Harvest Common Fennel

  Common fennel, or Foeniculum vulgare, also known as sweet fennel, belongs to the parsley family.…

  Last Updated: Jul 14, 2010 | Views: 2939

• How to Prune a Hypericum Moseranum

  Hypericum moserianum is a variety of St. John’s Wort known as Goldflower. This deciduous shrub…

  Last Updated: Jul 10, 2010 | Views: 2831

• How to Grow Hydrocotyle Herbs

  Hydrocotyle is an herb native to South America. Most species grow only an inch tall,…

  Last Updated: Feb 16, 2011 | Views: 1279

• What Is Oil of Peppermint?

  Peppermint is a cross between spearmint and water mint. When many think of peppermint, they…

  Last Updated: Jul 8, 2010 | Views: 2495

• What to Do With Washed Mint Leaves?

  Use washed mint leaves in recipes, including potatoes, rice and lamb dishes. Garnish a pitcher…

  Last Updated: Jul 8, 2010 | Views: 2544

• Potting Soil Mix for Herbs

  Herbs are easy to grow in containers. Most are small perennials or shrubs that adapt…

  Last Updated: Jul 7, 2010 | Views: 4919

• Wild Thyme Leaf Identification

  Wild thyme leaves can be identified by scent, looks, location and a few other considerations.…

  Last Updated: Jul 7, 2010 | Views: 3876

• Flowering Plants With Flavors Similar to Fennel & Licorice

  Herbs have been used as seasoning and medicine as far back as prehistoric times. Grown…

  Last Updated: Jul 7, 2010 | Views: 3195

• What Attacks Mint Plants?

  The perennial herb mint is known for its fresh fragrance and flavor as well as…

  Last Updated: Jul 7, 2010 | Views: 4018