Herb Gardening

Growing garlic is easier than you might think, even if you’re new to gardening. All you need to do is plant garlic cloves in well-drained soil during the fall, keep them watered, and give them plenty of sun. With just a bit of care, you can soon enjoy fresh, flavorful garlic right from your garden. Garlic comes…

If you want your bee balm to stay healthy and bloom beautifully year after year, knowing when to cut it back is key. The best time to cut back bee balm is in late autumn, after the top growth has died back, or in early spring before new growth starts. Timing your pruning right helps keep the…

Attracting pollinators to your garden is easier than you might think with bee balm. This colorful plant produces bright, tubular flowers packed with sweet nectar that draws in bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. By planting bee balm, you create a natural food source that invites these important pollinators right to your yard. Not only does bee balm…

Harvesting lavender is simple but picking it at the right time makes all the difference. The best time to harvest lavender is in the early morning after the dew has dried but before the sun gets too hot, to keep the scent and oils strong. This helps you get the most fragrance and flavor out of your…

If you want to create a tea garden, choosing the right tea garden plants is key. You can grow herbs and flowers that make fresh, flavorful teas right from your backyard. Some of the best plants to grow for a tea garden include mint, lemon balm, chamomile, hibiscus, and calendula. These plants are popular because they…