Sage is one of my favorite herbs due to its intense fragrance and amazing earthy flavor in foods. I keep a sage plant growing in my kitchen window for quick plucking of leaves. However, summer brings an abundance of sage into the garden which is the perfect time to dry fresh sage for cooking. In …
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Don’t let mosquitoes ruin your summer! There are plenty of old wives’ tales and myths about which herbs repel mosquitoes. But do any of them actually work? This article will dispel the myths and show you the most effective herbs to keep mosquitoes away. You don’t have to put up with pesky mosquitoes this summer. …
Your potting soil choice can make or break your potted herb garden. If the soil is too dense, it will be hard for the roots to breathe and extract nutrients from the soil. If it is too porous, it will dry out too fast and your herbs will wither up. Even if you’re an experienced …
The flavor of a bay leaf adds so much to soups, stews and pasta sauces. If you are blessed with a Sweet Bay Tree (Laurus nobilis), you’ll enjoy harvesting and drying your own bay leaves. You can also dry bay leaves purchased at the market, so you always have flavorful bay leaves on hand. In …