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It’s Hard To Leave an Enchanting Garden
There are a few times during the year that I would say almost any garden is an enchanting garden. When the flowers are in full bloom, the foliage is lush …
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Old-Fashioned Ideas Live On in the Garden
When we're young, we often don't appreciate the wisdom of what we consider to be old-fashioned ideas. We're ready to move on to new ideas and the modern ways of …
The Heirloom Bell Pepper Revival: From Purple Hearts to Chinese Giants
Forget the standard green blocky bell pepper–today’s gardeners are rediscovering the dazzling world of heirloom peppers, where fruits can be deep violet, striped like a carnival tent, or shaped like …
Tussie-mussie and Timeless Traditions
Sally’s party was the stuff of Summer dreams. Her Maine island cottage was alive with oldies blaring from a stereo perched on the deck, the tantalizing scent of barbecue mingling …
Aromatherapy Meets Agriculture
There’s something grounding about snipping herbs straight from your garden instead of tearing open a plastic package. Nurturing tiny seeds into vibrant greens that flavor your next meal feels almost …
Lavender: How to Dry It Three Easy Ways
If I had to choose the most mysterious flower in my herb garden, it would be lavender. How to dry it, use it, and cook with it are all questions …
10 Edible Flowers to Plant with Herbs
I feel like one of the best kept secrets in gardening is around edible flowers. Edible flowers don’t just look pretty on your plate, they taste delightful, and they bring …
3 Best Lavender Varieties for Culinary Use
We’re about to embark on a journey through the surprisingly complex world of edible lavender, where your herb garden meets culinary science. The plot twist? Most people have been getting …
Growing Zones for Lavender
Lavender thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-9b, meaning it can withstand a range of temperatures from -20°F to 85°F (-29°C to 29°C). It loves full sun and well-drained soil, making …
