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What to Plant in June in USDA Zones 7-8

What to Plant in June in USDA Zones 7-8

June in zones 7-8 marks the transition from spring to full summer growing conditions. With soil temperatures consistently warm and the threat of frost long gone, gardeners in these moderate  
How to Stop Invasive Herbs from Spreading

How to Stop Invasive Herbs from Spreading

Invasive herbs? I know that's not how I usually think of invasive species. When I think of invasive species, it's usually things like boa constrictors in the Everglades, carp in  
How to Grow Herbs in Mason Jars

How to Grow Herbs in Mason Jars

I love cooking with fresh herbs. There’s nothing like the smell of chopped basil or the aroma of crushed thyme to get me in the zone to cook. That’s easy  
Our Favorite Herbs and Spices

Our Favorite Herbs and Spices

Recently, Gail and I embarked on an ambitious project to rearrange our herb and spice cabinet. Inspired by the flavors of our own backyard garden and some culinary research, we