Selecting Suitable Herbs for Illinois Climate Before venturing into your garden endeavor, it’s essential to grasp how Illinois’ varied climate affects herb cultivation, and which herbs adapt best to its …
Cinnamon sticks, an indispensable spice in various cuisines, are valued for their distinct warm flavor and aromatic properties. Commonly used in both sweet and savory dishes, these sticks are derived …
Many plants can easily be mistaken for parsley. Several weeds in the umbellifer family look remarkably like the herb we use most often in cooking. If you’re not careful, you …
Basil leaves are known for their curling edges when something is wrong, but what causes this, and how can you stop it? Read on as we take a closer look …
Ginger is a flowering perennial herb for home cooks and culinary artists to create spices, herbs, candies, and even tasty ginger beers. However, technically speaking, ginger root is a vegetable …
Looking at your garden, you might think something is missing. It might be too open or just need a little more greenery. Either way, adding an Elephant Dill to your …
Growing mint in pots is an easy project you or your kids can try. Caring for and growing mint is a fun and rewarding experience, and you’ll have plenty of …
When most people think of gardening, the first plant that comes to mind is the tomato. However, many other plants can be grown in a garden, including cilantro. Cilantro is …
Cilantro, also known as coriander, is a relatively easy-to-grow herb. Generally, you either love it or hate it, but if you decide to plant it in your yard, you shouldn’t …
Do you love growing your herbs? If so, basil is a great herb to start with. It’s easy to grow, and it tastes delicious in recipes. However, for your basil …