How to grow herbs at home in your garden, balcony or patio.
If you live in a dry climate and you’re looking for edible herbs you can grow, this article is for you. We look at four drought-tolerant herbs that cope with dry weather and minimal water. Our top four drought-hardy herbs are rosemary, sage, oregano and thyme. Once established, these herbs will thrive on a fraction … Read more
Growing Lemongrass at home is very easy. Learning the conditions lemongrass naturally grows in and then providing similar conditions at home will help the plant thrive. And once the plant establishes – you will never run out of lemongrass! In warm and temperate climates, lemongrass grows perennially, so it is a fantastic plant to sow once and … Read more
Growing cilantro means you will have the fresh leafy herb on hand, in the garden, for when you need it. Garnishing curries and topping tacos with cilantro is super easy when you can simply harvest the quantity you need, leaving the rest to grow for another day and another meal. So let’s dig in and … Read more
Mint is so easy to grow that given half a chance, it will happily spread and take over your garden. But if you grow mint in a pot or container, the fragrant perennial herb will be happy and productive and so will the rest of your garden. Because of its fast-growing nature, mint is often … Read more
Basil is an easy-to-grow annual herb, happily grown by garden enthusiasts on kitchen windowsills or in-home vegetable gardens around the world. However, pests that dine on your precious basil leaves can quickly turn your gardening joy into frustration. So if you notice your basil leaves with holes in them, being eaten by uninvited guests, you’re … Read more
If your rosemary plant is struggling to survive and thrive and looks like it might be dying, you’ll want to know why. As a hardy evergreen herb, rosemary is usually an easy herb to grow. But if it’s growing in poor conditions, or it’s exposed to stress, your rosemary may die. In this article, I’ll … Read more
Dill is a hardy annual that is generally regarded as being easy to grow. However, if dill is not properly cared for, it can wither and die. If you’re experiencing issues with your dill plant and wondering why it’s dying, there could be several causes. Why Is My Dill Dying? The most likely reasons your … Read more
Although sage is considered a hardy plant, this drought-resistant herb is affected by pests, diseases, and other issues that may cause your plant to die. So if you find your sage plant dying, you’re in the right place. We’ll look at what causes sage to die along with solutions. Why is My Sage Dying? The … Read more
Mint is a hardy perennial creeping herb commonly found on kitchen window sills and herb gardens. Despite being a hardy herb, this square-stemmed plant is not without its issues. If like me, you notice your mint leaves are smaller than they should be, you’re going to want to know why and have to fix the … Read more
Nasturtiums are admired for their edible leaves and flowers that come in a gorgeous assortment of colors. They thrive as companion plants and will generally take care of themselves. However, there are a few problems that your nasturtiums may face which could eventually result in their death. Read on to find out more. Why Are … Read more