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Often described as “low maintenance” or “hardy,” these plants are simply ones that are near-impossible to kill. They are ...

There’s nothing more relaxing in summer and fall than venturing into the garden to harvest edible greens, herbs and flowers.

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On paper, growing herbs from seeds appears to be a no-brainer way to save money. For the price of one bunch of fresh parsley ...

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How to plant fresh herbs Plant in pots, so you can move them easily. When the summer season ends, herb pots can be moved indoors and will happily live in a sunny, indoor space.

Cooking with fresh herbs not only helps you create flavorful and delicious meals, but it can also help you create healthier meals, too. Fresh herbs provide more nutrients than their dried counterparts ...

Mint and chamomile are other great examples of herbs you should never plant together, because one can hinder the growth of the other. 'Chamomile can suppress the fragrance and essential oil production ...

The AeroGarden Sprout and Harvest are the best indoor-garden kits overall, according to our garden writer, who tested five indoor-garden kits and spoke with several gardening experts.

Take sage, for example, an herb known to experience root rot if exposed to excessive moisture. Or cilantro, a temperature-sensitive plant notorious for bolting when it gets too warm. If the ...

As a lazy gardener, I like plants that give me the most food for the least effort. These are my top winter picks.