Sage is a woody perennial herb known for its earthy, herbal, slightly sweet fragrance. Hardy and evergreen or semi-evergreen to zone 4, sage is rich in strong essential oils that give it a musky, but ...

Sage (Salvia officinalis) is an aromatic, semi-woody perennial shrub that is an incredible addition to your garden or windowsill herb collection. This plant has a strong fragrance that keeps pests at ...

When Karen Washington, a food activist and farmer, recalls holiday meals with her family, one herb stands out: thyme. “What’s a Thanksgiving turkey without thyme?” she asks. And even at other times of ...

We should use the help of Mother Nature to preserve our herbs properly and more easily. It may be your thought to let your herb plants grow as big as possible for a larger amount of dried herbs. While ...

Stacy Tornio has authored more than 15 books about animals, nature, and gardening. She is a master gardener and master naturalist. Drying your own herbs is a quick and easy skill that, once learned, ...

The best time to harvest herbs is in the morning, once any dew has dried. Herbs shouldn't be harvested in the afternoon, when the sun is strongest. Herbs lose antioxidants and flavorful essential oils ...

Herbs can grow in abundance, which can be a blessing for gourmands. But while basil, cilantro, dill and mint can elevate any dish to new heights, even the most prolific cook can struggle to use up the ...

As summer harvest season draws to a close, the time has come to figure out what to do with the fresh produce you won't be able to eat now, but don't want to wind up as food waste. Perhaps your canning ...

Learn how to dry or freeze you basil harvest. Herbs are a beautiful and tasty addition to any garden. They do well in poor soil, and they can also attract pollinators. Frequent herb harvesting is ...

I pulled some weeds from my raised gardens the other day, and I must have accidentally pulled some basil leaves in my quest. The unique scent of basil followed me into my house. My daughter commented ...