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If you want to inject a little bit of color and scent into your pot displays, look no further than hummingbird mint ...
Dear Carol: Do you have any tips for growing mint plants? I have lost two already. Also, my basil has usually lives for 6 months and as I pinch off the leaves, it seems to grow less and gets smaller ...
If you’re ready for a cool plant for summer, think mint. One of the most popular herbs of all time, mint is easy to grow, smells and tastes good, and comes in a range of flavors and forms. “Mint is ...
Container gardening is an excellent way to bring color, fragrance and beauty to small spaces, patios, or balconies. Whether you want a beautiful floral display or a fresh supply of herbs for your ...
There are plenty of herbs that thrive in the cooler temperatures of fall. Learn about eight herbs to plant in late summer for ...
Q: Can you give me some tips on growing mint? I love mint to put in ice tea and salads. A: Don’t let culinary mints loose in the garden, for they spread quickly, choke out other plants, and their ...
Growing tomatoes in your garden can be immensely rewarding as long as you keep away those pests that will threaten your crop ...
Mint requires ample light to thrive indoors without soil. Ideally, keep your setup close to a south-facing window, ensuring it gets at least six hours of indirect sunlight every day. Alternatively, ...
Attracting hummingbirds with plants and flowers is a worthwhile pastime for any gardener. This one potted herb is a ...
I like maximising growing space for food crops, so in this example, I have a fig tree growing in a container with an undergrowth of banana mint! The mint helps as a companion by keeping the weeds and ...