Read more: Myths About Garlic You Thought Were True When storing a bunch of fresh basil stems, the standard advice is to treat the herb as you would a bouquet of flowers. If stemmed, the ends ...

Another flowering plant that acts as mosquito repellent is Marigold ... rosemary’s woody scent is intolerable for mosquitoes ...

Holy basil is an herb from the basil family. Some animal and test tube studies suggest it has potential health benefits, such as aiding wound healing and stress relief, but this may not apply to ...

But if you had a backyard garden of any kind and you were still watering it just once in a while you were able to have ...

The plantings deliver a plentiful supply of basil leaves over the summer and early autumn ... Ramblers and climbing old roses ...

The leaves, flowers, and seeds contain vitamin A, C, Calcium, Zinc, & Iron. The only downside we’ve noticed is that it’s a bit expensive compared to other holy basil supplements, and some ...

Vibrant flowers, fresh herbs, and even some home-grown veggies can do really well on a sunny balcony. Imagine blooming bougainvillaea, fragrant basil, or cheerful sunflowers brightening your space.

Growing and harvesting your own cooking herbs is a rewarding experience that adds freshness and flavor to your culinary ...

Jason Bradford started the club last spring, inviting friends to learn to farm in exchange for a potluck meal and organic ...

Tulsi Vivah is the mythical and solemn ceremonial marriage of the Holy Basil (Tulsi) plant to Lord Vishnu (in the ... The ...

A showstopper with its vibrant, colourful bracts, Bougainvillaea adds an exotic touch to any balcony. It needs at least 6 hours of full sunlight daily and is drought-tolerant. Water it sparingly ...

The Fairfield County Federated Garden Clubs held their fall flower show “Preserve, Protect, and Plan for Our Future” Oct. 7 in the art hall at the Fairfield County Fair. Basil Garden Club was ...