Herb Gardening

Making your own lemon balm tincture is a simple way to capture the calming effects of this lovely herb in a small, easy-to-use bottle. A lemon balm tincture is made by soaking fresh or dried lemon balm leaves in alcohol for several weeks, which extracts the active compounds into a concentrated liquid you can take anytime.…

If you want to keep lemon balm fresh and flavorful for a long time, drying it is the best way to do that. You can dry lemon balm by air-drying, using a dehydrator, or even an oven, all of which help preserve its scent and taste. This makes it easy to enjoy lemon balm in tea or…

Drying chives is an easy way to keep their fresh flavor all year long. You can dry chives by air-drying, using an oven, or a food dehydrator, which helps preserve their mild onion taste for cooking later. Once dried, they store well and can add a nice touch to dishes like potatoes, eggs, and soups whenever you…

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 can make…

Growing lavender can be a fun and rewarding part of your gardening journey. But if you want your lavender to thrive, there are some common mistakes you should watch out for. Avoiding these mistakes will help you grow healthy, fragrant lavender plants that last. Lavender needs the right care, like enough sunlight and well-drained soil.…