When you're ready to start an herb garden, it's important to consider a site with optimal growing conditions. While most herbs prefer full sun—at least 6 hours of sunlight daily—to produce the most ...

While some herbs, like rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus), oregano (Origanum vulgare), and basil (Ocimum basilicum), are known sun-seekers that can take the heat and thrive all summer long, others actually ...

Tampa (BLOOM) – Growing and harvesting your own cooking herbs is a rewarding experience that adds freshness and flavor to your culinary creations. Whether you have a spacious garden or a small balcony ...

Start by growing herbs you like to use for seasoning food and beverages, making pesto or preserving. Include some with fragrance for a bit of aromatherapy. Make sure the plants you select will thrive ...

If you are not already growing culinary herbs, consider giving it a try. Many herbs are well adapted to container gardening because of their small size. The containers can be placed on patios, porches ...

Did you know that strategically planting certain herbs together can significantly enhance their growth and health, while also preventing common problems? This approach makes tending to your herb ...

Q: I love to grow herbs, but my apartment balcony faces the hot western sun. Plants wilt every day, and they don’t do very well. What could I do? A: There must be some easy and affordable way to erect ...

Gardening in small spaces can be a challenge, but it doesn't mean you have to sacrifice variety or productivity. With the right choice of compact vegetable varieties, you can enjoy a bountiful harvest ...

Keep your favorite herbs within easy reach for cooking and seasoning by growing them in containers. A few pots set by your door and grill or on the patio, deck or balcony make it easy to include some ...

Answer: This year in particular I’m feeling like I really live in Antarctica, the coldest, harshest place in the world with snow year-round. Luckily, we will get a reprieve from snow — maybe by May — ...

In metro Phoenix, cultivating herbs indoors and outdoors requires strategic planning to accommodate our sunny, arid climate. For indoor herbs, select varieties that thrive in containers with proper ...