Growing Herbs

There’s something about biting into a fresh fruit plucked straight from a tree. That sudden explosion of crisp flavor tingling your tastebuds and making your mouth water for more is quite an experience. Now, imagine if you had grown that very fruit in your backyard.

Growing your own herb garden at home can be a rewarding experience. Having no garden at home or very little outside space is no barrier to growing edible plants to use in your everyday cooking. From the smallest of balconies to even a modest window sill in your kitchen you too can grow yourself a beautiful little herbs garden, providing you with unlimited herbs. Herbs are not only a wonderful addition to a kitchen garden they can also provide medicinal uses for everyday ailments.

Ginseng - A High-Value Cash Crop Nicknamed “green gold,” this medicinal herb can be grown in the woods or in raised beds in your backyard. Asians have valued ginseng for thousands of years as a healing herbal tonic, and ginseng has been harvested and exported from the United States for over 300 years. George Washington even used ginseng profits to finance the American revolution! At current prices, a half-acre ginseng patch could produce over $100,000 worth of seeds and roots over a six-year period, or over $16,000 per year. A few backyard raised beds of ginseng could produce $5,000 per...

Step into "The Joy of Herbs," a comprehensive and enlightening journey for those seeking to embrace the natural wonders and enriching traditions of herbalism. This valuable resource will captivate your senses and guide your green-thumbed ambitions as you traverse the fascinating realms of herbal lore and practical gardening wisdom. Delve into the historical tapestry where the roots of herbology are deeply entwined with our ancestors' way of life, exploring a treasury of health benefits and culinary uses that have stood the test of time. Cultivate your herbal haven with ease using insights ...

Everyone seems to know how to use herbs but you! Friends grow them and make natural remedies. It sounds like a good idea, but you don’t know where to start! Start here! If you look at your spice rack right now, tons of health benefits are probably waiting for you to enjoy. Now imagine how rewarding it would be to grow these power-packed herbs and spices in your own garden! Just a few sprinkles of herbs and spices can improve your sleep, immune system, heart health, and even your brain! And that’s just the beginning.

Here are interesting things you'll learn from these two books about growing lavender with thyme and creating potted herb gardens:l. Companion Planting: How lavender and thyme complement each other when planted together, benefiting from similar soil, light, and watering conditions. Soil Requirements: The specific soil types that are best for growing lavender and thyme, focusing on well-drained, sandy, or loamy soil with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH. Watering Needs: The watering requirements for both lavender and thyme, including tips on avoiding overwatering and ensuring proper drainage...

It is no secret that, in recent years, the world has advanced in many ways. But while several things have progressed, our self-sustainability has tended to fall by the wayside. Now more than ever, we rely on supermarkets for the condiments we add to our home-cooked meals. But what if I told you that we don't have to? What if there was a way to grow some of these ingredients at home in a fun and self-sufficient manner? Introducing How to Grow Your Own Herbs, a guide to growing and cooking herbs from your very own garden.

Discover the joy of container gardening with this comprehensive guide. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a complete beginner, this book will equip you with the knowledge and techniques to create a thriving container garden in any space. From selecting the right containers and understanding soil mixtures to choosing suitable plants and mastering watering techniques, each chapter is packed with practical advice and step-by-step instructions. Learn how to arrange your plants for maximum aesthetic appeal, harvest your fruits and vegetables at the perfect moment for peak flavor, and ...

Here's what you'll learn from these two books about Potted Herb Gardens & Growing Strawberries in Pots. Herb Selection and Varieties: Discover a wide range of herbs perfect for pot gardening, from fragrant basil to resilient rosemary. Strawberry Varieties for Pots: Uncover the best strawberry varieties for container gardening, ensuring you get sweet, juicy fruits all season long. Container Choices: Learn about the best containers for herbs and strawberries, considering factors like size, material, and drainage to ensure optimal growth. Soil and Compost: Understand the importance of the ...

From home gardeners, herb enthusiasts, and everyone in between, this practical guide will provide its readers with help with cultivating and maintaining a thriving and fragrant garden of Lemon Balm a great perennial herb. Lemon Balm is a blessing for most gardens attracting pollinators and repelling many garden pests. Lemon Balm has a myriad of uses in the kitchen. No matter how you want to grow Lemon Balm, this is the reference guide to get you on your way to the path to years of successful Lemon balm growing, whether you choose to grow lemon balm in the vegetable garden, in pots, or indoors.

Discover the joy of growing your vegetables indoors, even if you're limited by space or natural light! Have you ever wondered if you could grow fresh produce right in your living room, despite having no outdoor garden? Do you wish you could embrace self-sufficiency without the need for a sprawling backyard? Are you searching for a fulfilling hobby that also benefits your health and the environment? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you're not alone. Many urban dwellers like you are discovering the transformative power of indoor vegetable gardening. This holistic guide ...

Herb Gardening - A Beginners Guide To Growing Herbs At Home If there was one thing that really got me thinking about starting my own garden it was my love of fresh herbs. What can be better than taking some herbs from your garden and using it in a dish you have prepared? Fresh herbs add so much to cooking. Firstly, I love their color, so bright and alive. Secondly, they are filled with flavor and thirdly, they are rich in antioxidants and nutrients essential to our bodies. Over the years I have also learnt that herbs can be used for so many other things as well. Peppermint leaves are great ...

Discover the vibrant world of chives with Seasonal Secrets: Growing Chives Year-Round! This comprehensive guide is perfect for both novice and seasoned gardeners, offering practical insights into cultivating chives indoors and outdoors, regardless of space limitations. From small kitchen windowsills to compact garden beds, this book walks you through each step, ensuring a thriving chive crop every season. In Seasonal Secrets, you’ll explore essential chive-growing techniques for any environment. Learn the best indoor gardening practices to provide ideal light and moisture, so you can ...

Growing Oregano: A Home Gardener’s Guide is intended as a home gardener’s and homemaker’s handbook for growing the Oregano herb indoor and or outdoors. What This Book Covers Growing Oregano: A Home Gardener’s Guide, covers everything from which cultivar to choose, to how to get the most from your herb garden, how to harvest and store your oregano, and teaches you everything you know to turn extra space in your vegetable garden, backyard, on your patio or kitchen counter into an herb garden adding a bit more flavor and character to the rest of your life.

A truly magnificent meal you have for yourself. Great meals require great ingredients, and the best ingredients are fresh. Growing Marjoram: A Home Gardener’s Guide, teaches how to grow, store, and use marjoram.A staple of western Asian cuisine, marjoram is an easy herb to grow, and an excellent starting point for the home gardener. It grows well both outdoors and indoors and require relatively little attention.In Growing Marjoram: A Home Gardener’s Guide, covers everything from which cultivar to choose, to how to get the most from your garden, how to harvest and store your marjoram, ...

Elevate Your Herbal Journey with "Teach Yourself Herbalism: Book 3 - Spiritual Herbal Connection" Embark on a transformative voyage through holistic wellness, mindfulness, and the cultivation of your own herbs in the captivating third volume of the renowned "Teach Yourself Herbalism" series. Modules 7 to 9 illuminate the intersection of ancient herbal traditions and modern well-being practices. Book Highlights: 🌿 Holistic Rituals & Mindfulness: Immerse yourself in the art of mindfulness, seamlessly interweaving the essence of herbs. Uncover the profound connections between holistic ...

Growing Thyme: A Home Gardener’s Guide is intended as a home gardener’s and homemaker’s handbook for growing the Thyme herb indoors and outdoors. What This Book Covers Growing Thyme: A Home Gardener’s Guide covers everything from which cultivar to choose, to how to get the most from your herb garden, how to harvest and store your Thyme, and teaches you everything you know to turn extra space in your vegetable garden, backyard, on your patio or kitchen counter into an herb garden adding a bit more flavor and character to the rest of your life.

Lavender and garlic chives (Allium tuberosum) repel pests and add a subtle onion flavor to dishes when harvested. Lavender and tansy (Tanacetum vulgare) repel harmful pests like ants, Japanese beetles, and cabbage moths while attracting pollinators. Lavender and agastache, also known as hyssop or hummingbird mint, attract pollinators and add color and texture to the garden. Lavender and lemon verbena (Aloysia citrodora) share similar growth habits and can be planted together to create a fragrant and visually appealing garden bed. Lavender and scented geraniums, such as Pelargonium 'Lemon ...

From equipment to types of seeds to harvesting times and common problems, the process of growing cannabis can seem overwhelming for a beginner. Now, you can save time and improve your cannabis growing knowledge in seven easy-to-follow steps. 7 Steps to Grow Cannabis skips the history and science behind cannabis and focuses on simplifying the indoor growing process so that you can start growing fast and with confidence.

The Stevia Starter Kit: Growing and Using Your Own Sweetener is a practical and informative guide for anyone interested in cultivating their own stevia, a natural, zero-calorie sugar substitute. This comprehensive resource covers everything from the basics of stevia's origins to step-by-step instructions on how to successfully grow, harvest, and use it in everyday recipes. The guide begins by explaining stevia’s unique properties and its historical uses as a sweetener, followed by detailed planting and care tips. Whether you're planting in containers or garden beds, you’ll learn how to ...