Practical and pretty, herbs offer a multitude of delights.
The term herb is not a botanical classification, but simply refers to
a group of plants that are useful to people. Season after season, herbs
provide the gardener with decorative foliage and long lasting flowers,
the cook with seasonings for recipes and the creative person with distinctive
materials for crafts.
Use culinary herbs for garnishing, for flavoring gourmet vinegar's, for
mixing into butters, as an alternative for salt for seasoning recipes
and for brewing tasty teas. Whether grown in containers or in the ground,
herbs are a charming addition to the garden. Many will grow indoors, providing
year round pleasure.
Easy-to-grow herbs are a good choice for both the experiences and beginning
gardener. Many herbs dry easily, retaining their colors and fragrances
in long-lasting floral arrangements, in sweet-smelling potpourris and
on seasonal wreaths
Homegrown herbs made into craft items make thoughtful gifts.
On these pages, you will find information on various herbs, planting
techniques, landscape ideas, garnishing, harvesting, drying, and freezing.
You will also find craft ideas and other tidbits here and there, so browse
around.
