Never heard of borage plant? You're not alone. Here are some terrific reasons to consider welcoming this easy-to-grow plant with lovely edible star-shaped flowers into your garden! Read on to learn about excellent borage uses
Angelica is an impressive herb with edible roots, leaves, and stalks that can grow to a towering eight feet tall. Read on to learn how to grow it yourself.
You don't often think of grandma's hosta patch as the best place to harvest lunch, but hostas are edible (and delicious). Perhaps it's time to open your eyes to all the wonderful edibles lurking in
Lemongrass: How to grow it and what to do with it!
After reading this, you'll never view planting flowers or landscaping again the same way. You've been warned. (In a good way!) When one thinks of edibles, landscaping isn't typically what comes to mind. But having
Amaranth: The Ultimate Triple Threat in Your Garden Grow amaranth for beauty, edible leaves, and grains! Learn how to cultivate this versatile plant, and reap all its amazing benefits.
I am excited to share that The National Garden Bureau has chosen the allium as the bulb of the year! They pick one annual, one perennial, one bulb crop and one…
Borage is a beautiful annual flower that's popular with gardeners, mostly for its abundant display of showy blue flowers. It also happens to be both edible and medicinal, and it has a number of uses
Interplanting and underplanting increase yield in small spaces. Interplanting involves growing smaller crops around your larger crops before
Shallots are such a great culinary item to grow in your backyard garden. They are fairly easy to grow and a great crop to plant in fall. Shallots, also known as the multiplier onion and
Learn how to grow nasturtiums, and add bright pops of color to your garden (and spice to your salad) with this easy to grow edible flower.
Come learn how to grow, harvest, dry, and use calendula: a beautiful and edible herb that attracts pollinators and has many medicinal uses!
Angelica is an impressive herb with edible roots, leaves, and stalks that can grow to a towering eight feet tall. Read on to learn how to grow it yourself.
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Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) is an herbaceous perennial originally native to Eurasia and northern Africa. It has since become naturalized in much of Canada and the United States, and these feathery, silvery plants with their spiraling leaves have become a common sight in waste areas. Widely known as a magical herb, it also has a history […]
Not eating--or growing--microgreens yet? Then you’re missing out on a seriously easy way to increase your nutrient intake.
This is a continuation of my Spice Series. Welcome to my information on Vanilla! Vanilla is the world's most expensive crop after saffron and cardamom. This is because there is no alternative to hand pollination
Commonly mistaken for a weed, purslane is one of the most nutritious vegetables on the planet. Find out how to identify it and use it in 20 delicious recipes! #purslane #verdolagas #foraging
A well-planned garden should awaken all of the senses: the sight of colorful flowers; the contrasting touch of luscious shrubbery; the chirp and buzz of creatures hard at work; the flavor of freshly grown fruits
If you're growing cilantro, the main thing to ask yourself is if you're doing it right. Check out this great method to get the best results.
Sunchokes, also know as Jerusalem artichokes, are promoted for their health benefits, but you need to plan ahead before adding them to your garden.
Looking for an intriguing edible that will astound the neighbors? On Gardener’s Path now, learn how to grow caper bush, a tasty Mediterranean native.
Sunchokes, also know as Jerusalem artichokes, are promoted for their health benefits, but you need to plan ahead before adding them to your garden.
Broccolini is a trademarked hybrid between American standard broccoli and a Chinese broccoli called gailan. Instead of forming one large head it bears many small tender side shoots, which have a subtle sweet flavor with peppery overtones. Broccolini stems don’t have to be peeled. Some people praise broccolini for its taste and texture; others regard […]
With minimal care, this perennial vegetable will keep you supplied with onions for years.
It's time to learn how to grow tomatillos – the lesser-known, zesty cousin of the tomato. They add a tangy twist to your favorite dishes.
Got a shady spot in your garden? These herbs thrive in shady spots so none of your garden has to go to waste.
Amaranth is a versatile superfood you can grow. Eat the leaves like spinach and the seeds can be cooked like rice, ground into flour, or even popped!
Learn How to Grow Star Anise and enjoy an unlimited supply of this flavourful Spice from your home garden!
by Matt Gibson Bokashi is a composting method that is new to most Western gardeners. The compost is cheap to start and easy to maintain. The word Bokashi means “fermented organic matter,” and that is exactly what the process of Bokashi composting creates. It’s also the name of the ingredient used to get the compost […]
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Make the most use of anise hyssop with these edible and medicinal ideas sure to please the palate and ease both external and internal ailments.
Harvesting chives is easy, but a little different than other herbs. Learn when and how to pick the leaves or flowers for the best harvest.
We love the concept of edible hedges and landscapes. There many plants that are both ornamental edible, and also medicinal. The best of both worlds.
If you love leafy greens and salads, you've probably come across watercress at one point or another. But did you know that watercress thrives in clear, slow moving water? This is one of the reasons why so many home gardeners steer clear of it, but the fact of the matter is, that watercress isn't all that hard to grow, plant or care for! Today we'll show you exactly how to grow watercress, care for it, and harvest it with our easy to follow step-by-step gardening guide! Watercress, or yellowcress, Nasturtium officinale, is essentially an aquatic perennial that grows very fast
Peonies are beautiful flowers that fetch high prices as both cut blossoms and potted perennials. They're commonly used in bridal bouquets, where their beautiful petals fill the room with both color and scent. More than
Simple tips for going zero-waste in the kitchen - with a goal of progress, not perfection.
How to propagate dianthus by cuttings This article will detail how we propagate dianthus using cuttings. We only propagate perennial dianthus using cuttings as the…
A real showstopper, celosia offers a kaleidoscopic array of colors and styles. You’re sure to find the best one for you in our growing guide. Read more now.
Elderflower is an ingredient with more potential than you may imagine. This common hedgerow find is often used to make a delicious seasonal cordial. But there are also plenty of other ways to use elderflower
Growing anise will provide you with a delicious award for your labors - an aromatic, edible flower that can be used in salads, garnishes and teas.
Australian bush foods are rarely seen in shopping baskets or on restaurant menus, but this is starting to change in Australia and around the world. A 1 Million Women special infographic.
Do you want to add some low-growing plants with beautiful blooms to your garden? Choose some from the Different Types of Portulaca Varieties.
Growing ginger in water, also known as hydroponic cultivation, is an innovative and accessible method for beginners who are looking to have a sustainable supply of fresh ginger at home. This article serves as a straightforward guide to help beginners venture into the world of hydroponic ginger cultivation. Step 1:…
Keep a fresh supply right at your scissor tips.