Rosemary in the Garden Image Credit: Better Homes and Gardens Online “Known for its scent and flavor, rosemary can be planted as an herb or a garden ornamental. This perennial evergreen shrub, hardy in Zones 8-10, can be grown as an annual in other climates. It grows quickly and can get very big. “The best time to…
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Herb Garden Plans
Better Homes and Gardens Online is an invaluable resource–esspecially in terms of its database of free garden plans. Following are some BHG’s plans for Herb Gardens. Colorful Herb Garden Image Credit Better Homes and Gardens Online “Aromatic plants can be pleasing to the nose and the eyes alike. This colorful herb garden plan mixes foliage…
Growing Herbs – When to Plant Them
‘ Chevallier, Andrew. Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine, pg. 286. Aloe Vera “Native to Africa, aloe vera is commonly cultivated as a potted plant and has two distinct types of medicinal use. The clear gel contained in the leaf is a remarkably effective healer of wounds and burns, speeding up the rate of healing and reducing…
Focus on Figs – How to Grow Figs – Recipes Using Dried and Fresh Figs – How to Dry Them – How to Rehydrate Dried Figs
“There are two main fig varieties found in Mississippi: Celeste and Southern Brown Turkey. Celeste is the most common variety found in the state. It is generally small, pear-shaped, light brown to violet-bronze with a pink pulp and has a sweet taste. Southern Brown Turkey figs are medium-sized with light brown skin and a mild,…
My Asakuki Essential Oil Diffuser Has Changed My Life – Recipes for Diffuser Blends
Years ago, I diffused essential oils, but I gradually lost interest in what is actually a very good idea. But to be fair, my former diffuser was not easy to use. For one thing, its tank was too small, and that was a nuissance. I have recently begun making potpourri and herbal salves, and I…
Common Herbs & Herbal Medicines – An Alphabetical Directory by Common Name
Chevallier, Andrew. Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine, pg. 286. Aloe Vera “Native to Africa, aloe vera is commonly cultivated as a potted plant and has two distinct types of medicinal use. The clear gel contained in the leaf is a remarkably effective healer of wounds and burns, speeding up the rate of healing and reducing the…
Tea Tree Essential Oil – Health Benefits and Blends for Your Diffuser
There are many health benefits from the Tea Tree Essential Oil. Among those benefits, Tea Tree Oil is good for issues with the skin & hair. I use it to help manage my psoriasis. The following is a list other health benefits of Tea Tree Essential Oil. The list was created by Google ai: Anti-inflammatory…
Lemon Essential Oil – Light and Squeaky Clean – A Squeeze of Fresh Air – Health & Other Benefits
I’m a Southerner. I eat lots of fresh lemons. When I eat fried catfish, I douse my catch with lemons. [Fried Catfish Image Credit: The Cookful And when I drink iced tea, I load it up with some kind of sweetener, and at least 2 slivers of fresh, squeezed lemon. [Image credit for the iced…
Cedarwood Essential Oil – A Warm, Woodsy Fragrance – Health Benefits & Recipes for Blending Oils
“Cedarwood essential oil has a strong, woody scent with a variety of undertones, including citrus, balsamic, and camphorous. Some say it has a dry, resinous character, while others describe it as soft, fresh, and natural. Cedarwood oil can also be slightly sweet and spicy, and some say it’s reminiscent of pencil shavings, cigar boxes, or…
Cinnamon – Memories of Mom and Apple Pie – Health Benefits & Essential Oil Blends
Cinnamon has many potential health benefits, including: Blood sugar Cinnamon may help lower blood sugar levels, especially in people with type 2 diabetes. It may also improve insulin sensitivity, which helps regulate blood sugar. Heart health Cinnamon may help lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels, and reduce blood pressure. Inflammation Cinnamon’s antioxidants may help reduce inflammation in…