Herb Gardening

Grow your own fresh herbs and bring flavor straight from the garden to your kitchen. Explore tips on planting, caring for, and harvesting herbs both indoors and outdoors. From basil and rosemary to mint and thyme, our herb gardening guides help you cultivate a thriving herb garden for cooking, wellness, and natural beauty all year long.

From planting cloves in fall to harvesting in summer, this step-by-step garlic growing guide will help you enjoy a bountiful harvest of flavorful, homegrown garlic.

Beginner’s Guide to Growing Garlic

Bee balm plant being trimmed in a sunny garden during fall.

The Best Time to Cut Back Bee Balm (and Why It Matters)

Close-up of bee balm flowers with a hummingbird mid-flight.

Bee Balm 101: The Pollinator Plant Every Garden Needs

Harvesting fresh lavender bundles

How to Harvest Lavender: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide

Explore the best plants to grow in your tea garden! From classic green tea leaves to calming chamomile and refreshing mint, discover which herbs and plants will elevate your homemade teas. Perfect for beginners and tea lovers looking to cultivate their own fresh ingredients.

List of Tea Garden Plants for Beginners and Enthusiasts

Discover easy steps to prune your mint plants and encourage healthy, bushy growth. Learn when and how to trim for the freshest, most flavorful leaves all season long!

When and How to Prune Mint Plants for Best Results

Keep your bee balm looking fresh and full by deadheading regularly. This quick and easy guide shows you the best techniques to remove spent flowers and promote continuous blooming.

How to Deadhead Bee Balm for Healthier, Longer Blooms

Fresh bee balm flowers ready for harvesting in garden

How to Harvest and Dry Bee Balm for Perfect Tea and Herbal Remedies

Find out which plants make the best companions for mint! From basil to tomatoes, explore how these pairings can enhance flavor, deter pests, and maximize your garden space. Great ideas for your next garden project!

Grow Mint with These Perfect Companion Plants for a Thriving Herb Garden

Learn the easiest and fastest ways to dry mint leaves at home using air drying, oven drying, or dehydrators. Preserve your mint for teas, cooking, and more!

How to Dry Mint Easily for Fresh Flavor All Year Round

Glass dropper bottle with homemade lemon balm tincture surrounded by fresh lemon balm leaves

Homemade Lemon Balm Tincture Easy Steps for a Calming Herbal Remedy

Learn simple methods to dry lemon balm at home and preserve its fresh, citrusy flavor for teas, cooking, and herbal remedies all year long.

How to Dry Lemon Balm Quickly and Easily at Home

How to Dry Chives Easily for Fresh Flavor All Year

How to Dry Chives Easily for Fresh Flavor All Year

Discover the top companion plants that thrive alongside chives! Learn how planting chives with these herbs and vegetables can improve growth, repel pests, and enhance flavor in your garden.

Companion Plants for Chives to Boost Your Garden’s Health and Flavor

Ensure your lavender plants flourish by steering clear of these 5 critical errors. Perfect tips for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike to grow lavender like a pro!

5 Mistakes to Avoid While Growing Lavender for a Healthy, Fragrant Garden

Learn the 5 key mistakes to avoid when growing bee balm to ensure your plants stay healthy and bloom beautifully all season long. Perfect tips for gardeners!

Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid While Growing Bee Balm for a Vibrant, Healthy Garden

Discover the best techniques to grow bee balm from cuttings and enjoy a flourishing garden full of fragrant, pollinator-friendly flowers. Follow these tips to successfully root your own bee balm plants at home.

How to Grow Bee Balm from Cuttings: A Step-by-Step Guide

Step-by-step process of growing lavender from seed.

How to Grow Lavender from Seed: A Simple Guide for Beginners

How to Dry Lavender: Simple Techniques for Preserving Its Fragrance

How to Dry Lavender: Simple Techniques for Preserving Its Fragrance

The Best Companion Plants for Bee Balm

The Best Companion Plants for Bee Balm

How to grow basil indoors, outdoors, in a pot, or from seed. One of my favorite herbs to grow in pots indoors to have fresh basil year round.

How to Grow Basil: Essential Tips for a Thriving Herb Garden

Discover the beauty of a shade garden with these vibrant herbs! From fragrant mint to delicate lemon balm, these shade-loving plants thrive in low light while adding flavor and aroma to your culinary creations. Perfect for small spaces or under tree canopies, learn how to cultivate your own herb oasis in the shade!

Herbs That Grow in the Shade: A Guide to Thriving Plants for Low-Light Gardens

Elevate your dishes with the bright and refreshing taste of mint! Discover a variety of creative ways to use this versatile herb, from zesty mint chutneys and flavorful marinades to refreshing mint teas and cocktails.

What to Do with Mint Leaves: Easy Ideas for Fresh Flavors

Create a stunning garden with lavender as the centerpiece and complement it with rosemary, thyme, and sage for a fragrant and beautiful herb garden.

What to Plant with Lavender: Companion Plants for a Beautiful Garden

Discover the secrets of deadheading lavender for a thriving garden! Learn how to maintain your lavender plants and promote continuous blooming with our expert tips.

Deadheading Lavender: A Guide to Promoting Blooms

Discover the art of pruning rosemary with these simple tips and techniques. Keep your herb garden thriving with proper care and maintenance.

How to Cut Back Rosemary

Uncover the secrets to watering lavender plants for optimal growth and beauty. Learn how much water lavender needs to thrive in your garden or pots.

How Much Water Does Lavender Need: A Guide for Healthy Growth

DIY lavender oil: Follow this easy tutorial to create your own aromatic and versatile essential oil at home.

How to Make Lavender Oil: A Simple Guide

Uncover the allure of English lavender on our Pinterest board as we delve into its fragrant blooms, compact growth habit, and versatile uses. Whether you're a gardening enthusiast or seeking inspiration for your outdoor space, this board is a treasure trove of English lavender beauty and tips.

Types of Lavender: A Guide to Different Varieties

Want to grow lush and flavorful basil plants? Learn how to prune basil like a pro! Our easy-to-follow guide will show you the best techniques for keeping your plants healthy and producing abundant leaves. Pin it now and start enjoying your own fresh basil harvest!

How to Prune Basil: A Beginner’s Guide to Growing Healthy and Flavorful Basil Plants