Archives: 2007 October

Rosemary herb has a long, and somewhat entertaining history. Throughout time, it has been cultivated widely, and an old belief is that if the rosemary is growing well in the home garden, the woman of the house rules.
Rosemary herb was brought to America by the early colonists and was highly prized in the […]

Before you get any seedlings or sod, ask yourself “Just why do I want to plant an herb garden?” Do you want to grow herbs to sell to local restaurants, or do want herbs for personal use? If you want herbs for personal use, then you won’t need to seed acres of soil. […]

When you think of herbs and spices, chances are you think of exotic places such as India or the Mediterranean. Most herb and spice plants aren’t North American in origin, so it makes sense that they are seldom associated with western gardening. Even though most herbs and spices didn’t originate in the west, growing herb […]

There are a number of different herbs out there, and unless you are an experienced herb gardener, you may not know about all of them. If you are looking to get into the practice of gardening a natural herb or two, you can go to plenty of places to learn about it. For […]

Long after modern medicine stifled the use of any medicinal herb, there are those who believe that the healing power of herbs live on. Contradicting many research studies is the fact that some herbs are used in the manufacture of today’s medicine, thereby cementing the notion that medicinal herbs can be useful in protecting and […]

Maca grows high in the Andes Mountains of Peru. Natives of Peru use the maca herb as food and medicine, and also to improve their sex lives. The right Maca dosage depends upon many factors including age, weight, and sensitivity to herbs. In most cases, a maca dosage of 500mg is usually sufficient.
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There is nothing more cheery in a kitchen than indoor herb gardens. Herbs are a feast for almost all the senses. With their delectable aroma, gorgeous foliage, interesting textures and intriguing flavors, herbs are perhaps one of the most satisfying plants to work with. With a little planning and minimal care indoor herb gardens can […]