Herb Gardening

If you want to enjoy bee balm beyond its blooming season, knowing how to harvest and dry it properly is key.  The best way to harvest bee balm is to cut the stems just as the flowers begin to open, then hang the bunches upside down in a dry, well-ventilated spot to dry.  This helps…

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…

If you’re looking for the ultimate pollinator magnet to bring your bee garden ideas to life, look no further than the vibrant and aromatic bee balm. Known for its shaggy, colorful blooms that hummingbirds and bees simply can’t resist, this perennial is a must-have for any backyard sanctuary. However, without the right approach, this hardy…

Bee balm is one of the best plants you can add to a pollinator garden. Its colorful flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, and once established, bee balm can provide a beautiful display all summer long. But bee balm is also a vigorous perennial that needs room to spread. When choosing companion plants, the biggest…

If you want to boost your garden’s health and get more from your plants, knowing the right companion plants for chives can help a lot.  Chives work well with many plants because they repel pests, attract pollinators, and even improve the taste and growth of nearby veggies and flowers.  Pairing chives with the right plants…