Sage (Salvia officinalis) is the edible form of sweet-scented salvias grown in ornamental borders. Until recently, sage was a reliable perennial herb in almost every climate. However, due to shifting...
Category: Herbs
Oregano can theoretically survive winter outdoors in almost every climate and is hardy right down to -30°F (for reference, that covers most of Alaska!). So why is it so hard to grow outdoors here,...
Chamomile might be a humble flower but it’s the perfect companion for your vegetables. Its anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties have been used for centuries in herbal gardening remedies, to...
As gardeners, we're always warned not to allow invasive plants to take hold of our gardens. This mostly goes for weeds, but there are certain beneficial herbs and plants that spread more than we'd...
Sorrel (Rumex acetosa) is any easy herb to grow which is native to Europe and Central Asia. It has been introduced to Australia, New Zealand and North America where it is a common weed in crops and...
Comfrey is one of the most beneficial plants you can grow as an addition to your no-dig garden, while also having the worst reputation. Gardeners are afraid to plant comfrey because "it spreads...