Buchu - Round (Agathosma Betulina) - Oval (Agathosma ...
This perennial herb is not readily available. Propagate either from seeds or cuttings. Grow established plants in a well drained, sunny, hot position. Minimum care is needed. Water on very hot days, or during dry spells. Buchu benefits from ... [... more]
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Calendula And Borage: Herbs For Summer Color
Calendula is said to encourage healing, aid digestion, fight fungal infections and cure diaper rash. These properties alone are enough to make the plant an essential addition to your herb garden, but it also has a number of cosmetic uses. ... [... more]
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Caraway (Carum Carvi)
A slender and straggly plant, caraway has delicate clusters of white flowers and small feathery leaves. It is most effective when grown in a large clump. Seedlings do not transplant well, so sow in the garden in spring or fall. Work the soil ... [... more]
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Catnip
Whether you want to grow herbs in containers because of limited space or because of the ease and convenience of having fresh herbs on your deck, patio, or windowsill, this book will help you on your way to success with potted herbs. This ... [... more]
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Cayenne (Capsicum Frutescens)
Contrary to popular belief, eating hot peppers doesn't harm the stomach. In one study, researchers used a tiny video camera to examine subjects' stomach linings after both bland meals and meals liberally spiced with jalapeno peppers, another ... [... more]
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Chamomile (Chamaemilum Nobile) (Matricaria Recutita)
Roman chamomile is usually propagated by root division, while German chamomile seeds are sown directly in early spring. The soil should be sandy and slightly acid. Full sun is preferred except in hot, dry climates where midday shade is necessary. ... [... more]
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Chervil (Anthriscus Cerefolium)
Bits of chervil should be snipped from the outside edge of the plant with scissors and used fresh. The leaves will quickly loose their flavor and should be added to a dish just before serving. Finely chopped chervil enhances the flavor of ... [... more]
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Chestnuts: An American Classic Returns
Known as the Dunstan hybrid chestnuts, the patented trees are the result of the 1950s discovery in Ohio of an American chestnut tree not affected by the blight, and subsequent crossings with Chinese trees by plant breeder Dr. Robert Dunstan of ... [... more]
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Chives (Allium Schoenoprasum)
Remove the flower heads to maintain a constant supply of flavorful leaves. The foliage dies down in the winter. You can encourage a few early spikes by covering some of the plants with crushed leaves or straw, or plant clumps in containers in the ... [... more]
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Cockspur Hawthorne
The Cockspur Hawthorne (Crataegus crusgalli) has been present in the U.S. since 1656 and was aptly called the thorn apple because of its miniature applelike fruits and 1 1/2 to 3-inch thorns. Crataegus is the classical Greek name for the ... [... more]
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Coriander (Coriandrum Sativum)
Both the green feathery leaves (also known as cilantro) and the spherical seeds of coriander are indispensable in the kitchen, especially to anyone who is fond of curries. Coriander looks like flat-leaved parsley. The seed is sold both whole and ... [... more]
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Dill (Anethum Graveolens)
Dill is one of the easiest herbs to grow and would make a great first herb for someone who has never grown herbs before. You'll find lots of uses for both the fronds and the seeds in the kitchen. A sprig of dill will perk up almost any soup, ... [... more]
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