Parsley
Sow seeds outdoors in the very early spring or in the late fall just before the soil freezes. Gardeners in climates with hot summers will have better results planting in the fall. Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep, and be prepared for a wait since ... [... more]
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Sage (Salvia Officinalis)
Because of its anticeptic qualities, sage tea is used as a gargle for a sore throat. There's also compelling new research indicating that sage may be of value to people with diabetes. Laboratory studies indicate that sage may boost insulin's ... [... more]
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Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis)
Several studies done in the last several years show that oil from the leaves of the very plant sold as a spice for flavoring can help prevent the development of cancerous tumors in laboratory animals. One study, led by Chi-Tang Ho, Ph.D., ... [... more]
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Thyme (Thymus Vulgaris)
Thyme is a perennial native to the Mediterranean. It is hardy to zone five, but is prone to disease and insect infestation in the deep south. Southern gardeners may want to grow thyme indoors in containers so that conditions may be carefully ... [... more]
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Agrimony (Agrimonia Cupatoria)
In ancient times, this plant was used extensively for healing battlefield wounds. We now know that its ability to help heal wounds is due to it's high silica content. Its main medicinal action is as an astringent, and this makes it an extremely ... [... more]
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Alfalfa: It Isn't Just For Horses Any More!
Romans wrote of its use as early as 490 B.C. Medicago sativa was brought to North America by colonists in the 1700's. It is grown just about all over the world. It is prized for its high content of nutrients, protein, and especially trace ... [... more]
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Aloe (Aloe Vera)
Propagate from small, rooted offshoots at the base of the parent plant. It may be grown from seed. It prefers a rough, gritty growing medium and a well-drained, sunny location. It will also grow in partial shade. Aloe needs temperatures above 40 ... [... more]
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Angelica (Angelica Archangelica)
Plant angelica in the coolest part of the garden. The soil should be deep, rich, moist and slightly acid. Soggy soil will cause the plants to die back. Transplant seedlings when they have four to six leaves. They have long taproots, so don't ... [... more]
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Basil (Ocimum Basilicum)
There are so many uses for basil that every herb gardener will want to have a plant or two. It is an attractive plant that works well in vegetable, herb and flower gardens. Basil also makes a great kitchen windowsill plant and looks great in ... [... more]
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Bay (Laurus Nobilis)
Bay has a spicy fragrance and flavor, and the leaves are used in all types of cooking. Try them in soups, stews, casseroles, stocks, syrups, sauces and as a decorative garnish. Since the flavor is strong, use with discretion. Check leaves ... [... more]
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Bergamot (Monarda Didyma)
Cuttings of new growth can be taken in the spring, and they quickly root and establish themselves. Clumps of the plant form a mat-like growth and become bare in the center if not divided every three or four years. When lifting the plant, discard ... [... more]
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Borage (Borago Officinalis)
The bright blue, star-shaped flowers (which bloom most of the summer) make borage one of the prettiest herb plants, thought the dark green leaves are rather plain. The flavor of the leaves resembles that of cucumber. The plant will grow to a ... [... more]
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