Should You Let Your Dill Flower?
If you’re growing dill in your garden, you may be wondering if you should let it bloom. Join farmer Briana Yablonski to learn if you should let dill flower.
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7 Tricks to Keep Your Cilantro Plants Thriving all Summer
Bushy, fragrant, and flavorful are perfect words to describe cilantro. This annual herb thrives in home gardens when the weather is cool and mild. Plant dozens of seeds throughout the growing season for a fresh supply all summer long!
The Perfect Time to Harvest Lavender for Maximum Fragrance
It’s lavender harvest season! Whether we enjoy the budded stems and calming fragrance on a garden stroll or in the vase, dried bundles, oils, or in sweet and savory cuisine, the timing matters. Harvesting for peak fragrance is best at a certain point in the season, bud development, and time of day. Garden expert Katherine Rowe outlines the best time to harvest lavender for maximum fragrance, and when to pick for that cool glass of lavender lemonade.
How to Plant, Grow, and Care For ‘Spicy Globe’ Basil
Basil's flavor and aroma are staples in kitchens worldwide. From Italy to India, recipes rely heavily on this tasty herb to brighten and sweeten sauces and soups. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss talks about how to grow and care for 'Spicy Globe,' a delightfully compact and flavorful variety!
How to Plant, Grow, and Care for ‘Cinnamon’ Basil
If you want to mix up your herb patch, consider growing sweet and spicy ‘Cinnamon’ basil. Farmer Briana Yablonski shares all you need to know about planting and caring for this annual herb.
How to Plant, Grow, and Care For ‘Phenomenal’ Lavender
If you adore the look and smell of lavender, but struggle to keep it alive, try 'Phenomenal' lavender. It's ultra tough and thrives in a wider range of climates. Join Florida gardener Melissa Strauss to learn about this phenomenal plant and how to care for it in your garden.
How to Prevent Your Basil From Bolting: 7 Pro Tips
If you live in a climate that shifts from cool to warm quickly, you might have bolting basil every year. In this piece, master naturalist and seasoned gardener Sarah Jay gives you 7 tips for preventing basil from bolting.
How to Plant, Grow, and Care For ‘Siam Queen’ Basil
'Siam Queen' Thai basil is wonderfully aromatic and has a delightfully spicy kick. If you want basil with a little something extra, it’s an excellent addition to your herb garden. In this article, gardening expert Melissa Strauss discusses how to grow and care for this tasty herb.
How to Plant, Grow, and Care For ‘Hidcote’ Lavender
Elegant and aromatic, there are few replacements for lavender in the garden or the kitchen. Pollinators and people love the scent of this charming Mediterranean native. Join gardening expert Melissa Strauss to discuss how to grow and care for 'Hidcote' lavender.
9 Unusual Basil Varieties to Plant This Spring
Basil is a favorite summer herb for its bundles of tender leaves, bright flavor, and easy growth. The more you harvest, the greater the rewards. Join garden expert Katherine Rowe in distinctive and unusual basil varieties to add culinary flair and ornament to liven up the edible landscape.
How to Rejuvenate Woody Lavender Shrubs
Growing lavender doesn't have to be difficult; it's really quite simple. However, without proper care, the plants can become woody over time. Follow along as gardening expert Melissa Strauss explains how to rejuvenate your woody lavender plant so it will bloom again.
How to Plant, Grow, and Care For ‘Grosso’ Lavender
With cool purple blooms and one of the most popular fragrances around, 'Grosso' lavender is the one to grow if you love the scent of this herbaceous perennial. Gardening expert Melissa Strauss walks through how to grow it in your home or garden.