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  Summer has all of us thirsty for something refreshing. Mint is a popular flavor for drinks because it is not only good for you, but also has a refreshing taste. In this blog, we will be discussing how to grow mint indoors. We will go over the supplies needed, the setup, and the steps to take care of and harvest the mint. There are numerous herbs in the Mentha genus that … [Read more...] about Growing Mint Indoors: A Minty-Fresh Primer

Do you ever admire the big houses with fancy landscapes that are featured in gardening magazines? Star jasmine is often one of the main features in many photos. This vine not only has an impressive name, but it is also sure to catch attention. One of the main attractions of star jasmine is its flowers. At the end of spring, large groups of very gentle white flowers appear. … [Read more...] about Star Jasmine: A Fragrant And Vigorous Climber

  We all want to encourage populations of pollinators in our gardens. We need pollinating insects in order to have flowers or produce. Bee balm is one of many plants that can help attract beneficial insects to your yard. But what is it, exactly? This plant is in the mint family (Lamiaceae), and a lot of people grow it, does that make it a mint? Does it do anything more … [Read more...] about Bee Balm: How To Plant, Grow, and Care for Monarda

  Anise is a herb that has been cultivated for many years. It has a variety of uses, including as a spice. Anise has been cultivated for 4000 years, beginning in ancient Egypt. Its popularity then spread throughout Europe, leaving a legacy of aniseed flavor wherever it was grown. Anise does not come from the licorice plant, but it tastes and smells very similar to … [Read more...] about Anise Plant: Growing Aniseed At Home

The scientific name for celery is "Apium Graveolens" and it is from the Apiaceae family. Celery is related to carrots, fennel, parsley, parsnips, and hemlock. This plant has been cultivated in the Mediterranean for a long time. Archeological digs have found celery seed in Switzerland and China. Different cultures have used the plant forhangovers, as an aphrodisiac, or other … [Read more...] about How To Grow Celery The Right Way