Growing herbs and spices

Growing Herbs

Herbs make a useful and aromatic addition to any garden and are also a great option for windowsills, kitchen gardens, or other small spaces.
basil in bloom with lavender in the foreground
We Asked Pro Gardeners Why It's Bad If a Basil Plant Bolts—Everything They Had to Say
Common sage plant growing.
These 9 Plants Don't Grow Very Well With Sage—Try Planting Them Somewhere Else
Mint growing in the garden
Gardeners Say You Should Never Grow Mint in Your Garden—Here's Why
Raised bed herb garden.
8 Herb Garden Ideas for an Aromatic and Delicious Summer Yard
Herbs in a garden bed
5 Herb Companion Plants for Healthier Plants, From Onions to Tomatoes
Harvesting parsley.
Parsley Can Produce for Months When You Get Planting and Harvesting Right—What a Garden Pro Recommends
closeup of rosemary
The Best Companion Plants for Rosemary—Plus What Not to Grow Nearby
ginger root and plants on soil
Yes, You Can Grow Ginger From Grocery Store Roots—Here’s How
how to propagate rosemary
The Easiest Way to Propagate Rosemary (It Works Every Time)
Potted plants on a windowsill
Is Growing Your Own Herbs Actually Cheaper Than Buying Them? We Asked Gardening Pros
Indoor windowsill herb garden.
Is It Actually Worth Overwintering Herbs or Should You Just Get New Ones in Spring? We Asked Gardeners
Thyme, sage, oregano and rosemary in the herb garden
Should You Cut Back Herbs Before Winter? Gardeners Say It Depends on Your Plant
will rosemary survive winter
Does Rosemary Actually Need Mulch to Survive the Winter? How to Prepare Your Herb for the Cold
Young woman cutting back lavender plants with pruners
Should You Prune Lavender in Fall? What Gardeners Say You Can (and Can’t) Do
USA, California, San Benito County, Basil plant, close up detail of leaves
Why Basil Gets Spindly in Late Summer—and How to Fix It Fast for Bushier Plants
fernleaf lavender flowers in a garden
Does Lavender Actually Repel Mosquitoes? Here’s What Works (and What Doesn’t)
Closeup of thyme propagation
Want Endless Thyme? Here’s How to Propagate It Without Wrecking the Plant
closeup of a basil plant
Want Fresh Basil on Demand? Here’s How to Grow More From Just One Plant
when to harvest herbs
Never Harvest Your Herbs at This Time of Day, Garden Pros Warn—It Will Ruin the Flavor
harvesting oregano
Are You Harvesting Your Oregano the Right Way? What to Know Before Your Next Batch
Hand harvesting thyme from the garden
Want Endless Thyme? Here’s How to Harvest It Without Wrecking the Plant
basil growing in pots
Basil Looking Droopy? 7 Genius Ways to Revive It and Help It Last Even Longer
Cilantro growing in container
How to Prune Cilantro Like a Pro Gardener for Healthier Harvests All Season Long
Parsley
We Asked a Gardener When to Prune Parsley for the Best Harvest—Their Best Tips for a Delicious Harvest
closeup of rosemary plant in bloom with tiny light blue flowers
Don’t Cut Too Soon—The Right Way to Harvest Rosemary Without Ruining Your Plant
basil, mint, and marjoram growing in pots
I Started My First Herb Garden for Under $30 at Trader Joe's, and Now It’s Thriving
Woman placing pot of herbs in grocery cart
5 Supermarket Herbs You Can Use to Grow Your Own (and Save on Your Next Grocery Run)
fresh dill growing in a pot
When and How to Harvest Dill For the Freshest Flavor Without Killing Your Plant
Thyme, sage, oregano and rosemary in the herb garden
18 Plants to Grow With Sage for a Healthier Harvest, From Rosemary to Carrots
should you grow herbs in pots or in ground
We Asked a Pro Gardener If You Should Grow Herbs in Pots or in the Ground—It Depends on These Two Things
Herb garden layout in a raised garden bed
How to Start a Successful Herb Garden and Grow All of Your Favorite Flavors
Sweet woodruff plant with small white flower clusters in star shapes with lance-shaped leaves
14 Herbs You Should Grow This Year That Thrive in the Shade
closeup of rosemary
How to Grow and Care for Rosemary
fresh and dried eucalyptus in a vase
How to Grow and Care for Eucalyptus
Cilantro
How to Propagate Cilantro in Water for Fresh Herbs All Year
Propagating mint stems in a jar of water
How to Propagate Mint the Easy Way to Get More Plants Without Spending a Dime
Woman placing pot of herbs in grocery cart
Grocery Store Herbs Looking Limp? How to Help Them Bounce Back Fast
Thyme in a white pot with scissors next to it
8 Tips to Propagate Herbs Like a Pro for Fresher Ingredients All Winter
basil plants in pink pots on windowsill
Basil Needs Special Care in the Winter—What You Should Do Now For a Better Harvest
Chives flowering purple blooms in a field.
7 Herbs That Can Survive the Winter So You Can Keep Harvesting, According to a Gardener
Apple mint with its light green leaves.
This Mint Variety Is the Perfect Addition to Any Fall Herb Garden—How to Grow It
pruning mint
How and When to Harvest Mint to Keep It Under Control
basil
Why Your Basil Plant Is Wilting and How to Revive It ASAP, Straight From Experts
Spinach bolting
This Common Garden Issue Will Make Your Herbs Taste Bad All Summer— What You Need to Do
pruning rosemary
When and How to Properly Prune Rosemary So Your Plants Stay Healthy
pinching parsley
How to Harvest Parsley the Right Way So You Don't Damage the Plant
Purple basil
How to Grow Purple Basil in Your Herb Garden Like a Pro
pruning dill
How to Prune Dill: 3 Easy Ways
cilantro flowering
Why Your Cilantro Is Bolting Too Quickly and 6 Tips to Prevent It
Woman picking lemon balm leaves from organic herb garden. Green herbal plant
What Herbs Can Be Planted Together: A Guide to Companion Planting
basil bunches
Does Basil Come Back Every Year? What to Know About This Garden Staple
parsley plants
15 Parsley Companion Plants for a Healthier, Stronger Garden
Basil plant growing in wooden box
12 of the Best Companion Plants for Dill, From Broccoli to Basil
Cinnamon basil
How to Grow Cinnamon Basil for a Unique Herb Garden
Close up of basil
20 Basil Companion Plants for a Beautiful Garden All Season Long
how to propagate basil
How to Propagate Basil for a Fresh Supply of Herbs All Year Long
Yellow Basil Leaves
7 Reasons Why Your Basil Leaves Are Turning Yellow
Harvesting sage
How and When to Harvest Sage for the Best Flavor and Healthiest Plants
How to grow lavender indoors
How to Grow and Care for Lavender Indoors
watering potted basil
How Often to Water Basil
Closeup of Thai basil growing in a garden
How to Grow Thai Basil in Your Herb Garden
Herb garden layout in a raised garden bed
38 Clever Herb Garden Ideas for Indoor or Outdoor Spaces
Green and purple basil leaves
17 Types of Basil to Grow in Your Herb Garden
Lavender plant next to harvested stems
How to Harvest Lavender

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