Gardening in very cold climates can be a challenge, but it doesn’t mean you have to miss out on growing your favorite herbs. Perennial herbs that can withstand harsh winters and thrive in USDA ...

But even seedy veterans often overlook starting another class of plants indoors from seeds – perennial flowers. These are the ones that come back year after year from their own roots (at least ...

Master Gardener A current AARP article calls them “wish books,” but seed catalogs can be a source of disappointment if you don’t know what you are  doing when you succumb to their ...

Basil is a herb that needs no introduction. Its aromatic leaves, with their distinctive fragrance and incredible flavor, have made it a staple in kitchens around the world. As a member of the mint ...

“We can choose plants that work in a system which ... you have lots growing under the shade of trees, and perennials – especially herbs – are great for that." Hardy herbs like the celery ...

Whether or not the groundhog saw his shadow, it’s still a long way until it’s warm enough to play in the dirt. But, after the ...

The herb thyme has over 300 varieties, many of which have interesting characteristics and scents. Under certain conditions it ...