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Tips to Grow a Herb GardenWhether you are a serious gardener who wishes to grow a robust crop of herbs, or just grow a pleasant and aromatic garden, here are some things to help you along the way. Herbs are used for being used in salads to spicing up the flavor of your favorite dishes. In any event, herbs allow just a little snip to bring the flavor you desire. Even a small indoor garden can provide herbs for a small family on a consistent basis.Using herbs fresh is delightful, however, many times if you have a large crop you will want properly dry them for preserving and using them later. First you must cut off the tops and wash them in cold water. Tying the stems together, hang them upside down in a paper bag and secure the stems at the opening with a tie. You will then want to hang them at an elevated location so as to allow nothing to be touching the drying herbs. In about 3 weeks you will be able to remove the bag and crumble the herbs to be dried further in the oven. You will want to set your oven at warm, [more..]

It doesn't matter if your garden is merely ornamental or you use it to grow your own fruits and vegetables - for a healthy garden this spring, you need to be making the necessary preparations now. But where to start? Well, reading this step-by-step guide towards growing a healthier and more attractive spring garden is as good a place as any! Put your green-fingers to good use now and reap the rewards next year of what you sow today.Give The Garden A TidyGarden debris can collect and mount up over November, December and January, so scoop up old leaves and stray branches with a fan rake to avoid damaging perennials in the soil or any young shoots above the ground. Grass, plants, fruits and vegetables will now grow free from obstruction and your garden will look a lot more welcoming!Compost: The Secret To A Healthy GardenThe role of compost cannot be underestimated when planning your spring garden. It encourages earth worms and other helpful garden creatures to come and aerate the soil, which in turn will fight off the kind of fungi and weeds that can turn a garden into a plant graveyard!There are many ready-prepared brands of compost available [more..]

A home herb garden is one of the most relaxing and rewarding experiences you can imagine. You may not know where to begin on your own herb growing journey, but let me assure you that setting one up is easy and straight forward - if you know a few of the basics. So let's take a look at some:Of course, there are many different reasons for you to start a herb garden, as herbs have many uses and functions. Herbs have been grown and cultivated for centuries because herbs are very beneficial for a number of reasons. Some of these reasons include intoxicating aromas and scents, herb teas, promoting health, flavor enhances, and even providing better growing conditions for other garden plants. Herb gardens can also be as specialized or as general as you would like them to be.Herbs are very versatile when it comes to their planting environment. For example, if you want the freedom of growing herbs inside, then you could plant them into pots, right in your kitchen. Likewise, if you prefer your herbs to be grown outside, then simply plant them straight into the soil. You only need a small area of growing space to supply [more..]