Tag: herb gardening

Propagate Garlic Chives by Seed and Division

Posted on 2026-08-16 by Bert Swope

Propagate garlic chives by seed or division for fast, reliable results. Learn how to split clumps, replant divisions, and start new plants.

Cilantro Succession Planting for Year-Round Harvest

Posted on 2026-08-162026-08-16 by Bert Swope

Cilantro succession planting keeps fresh leaves coming by sowing at regular intervals, saving cilantro seeds, and letting a few plants self seed. Because cilantro bolts quickly in heat and long days, a steady rotation of new plantings is the most reliable path to year round cilantro.

Propagate Lemongrass: Best Guide to Root Division and Stalks

Posted on 2026-08-162026-08-16 by Bert Swope

Propagate lemongrass by root division for faster results, or grow lemongrass from stalks when you only have fresh stems. Warmth, moisture, and bright light help new plants establish and support perpetual lemongrass growth.

Partial Shade Vegetables for Patio Garden Success

Posted on 2026-07-122026-07-12 by Bert Swope

Partial shade vegetables are the secret to turning a lightly lit patio garden or balcony garden into a productive, edible retreat. From leafy greens to herbs, these easygoing shade crops thrive in low light and make container gardening simple, fresh, and rewarding.

Grow Your Own Herbal Tea Garden For Fresh Blends

Posted on 2025-11-162026-07-06 by Bert Swope

Create your own herbal tea garden and enjoy fresh, fragrant blends straight from your backyard or balcony. From soothing chamomile and calming lavender to refreshing peppermint and lemon balm, growing your favorite herbs makes every cup more flavorful, nourishing, and rewarding.

Growing Chives in Your Backyard Landscape

Posted on 2025-11-092026-07-06 by Bert Swope

Chives are a low-maintenance perennial that bring fresh onion flavor, pretty blooms, and natural pest control to your garden. Easy to grow in beds or containers, they thrive in sunny spots and reward you with a flavorful harvest year after year.