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9 Cilantro Companion Plants That Keep a Whole Garden Thriving
Once upon a time, there was a woman who loved to garden. She planted cilantro near fennel, but the cilantro never grew. She didn't know that fennel secretes a growth-inhibiting …
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How to Turn Anyone Into a Fennel Lover
Ask people you know about fennel, and many will say "Isn't that just a seed?" or "Doesn't fennel have a strong smell and taste like licorice?"—for many, fennel looks funny, …
10 Healthy Herbs to Grow to Reach Your New Year’s Goals
What goals do you have for the coming months or the entire year? One of mine is to try new varieties of herbs, fruits, and vegetables, whether in my garden …
Star Anise and Coriander Spice Cake
We’ll be honest—star anise and coriander are not everyone’s cup of tea. But if you do like these spices, or you’re open-minded, you will love this cake. Unlike typical spice …
12 Uses for Dill You Grow at Home
Ah, the distinctive aroma and flavor of dill. Grassy with a hint of anise and caraway, every part of this plant is edible. Beyond food, dill has been valued for …
A Word About the Types of Fennel
Despite all the mystery and intrigue about the history and uses for fennel, there are only two main types of fennel—herb fennel and vegetable fennel. …
Chicken, Fennel, and Grape Quinoa Salad
One thing I love about salads — and I’m sure you do, too — is that not only are they healthy, but they can be time-saving meals that add so …
Emily’s Garden
A pot of chives—that’s how it all started. I was well into the fourth year of homeschooling our five children here in New Hampshire, often doing our lessons outside sitting …
