Herbs

Herbs are a type of plant with fragrant properties, such as mint and cilantro. This type of plant is also known as the easiest edible plant to grow. Herbs are helpful for their many uses. Some popular herbs are Mint, Oregano, Cilantro, and Rosemary.

Growing Successful Herbs

2. The growth of flowers is an indication that it is time to pull out your herb and plant during the next planting time. When flowers pop out, make sure you cut them with scissors and compost/discard them.

• If you touch the flowers to take them out, the scent will be left on you. The smell can become nauseating if you smell it too long.

Recipes

Herb Butter

While some people use herbs as garnishment, you can also include herbs in all sorts of food, including butter. You can make herb butter, which is made using normal butter and some herbs, to give your food an extra punch of flavor!

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Fun fact: Herbs have been used for various purposes as far back as ancient Egyptian times.

3. Spray your Herbs in neem oil to scare away whiteflies and other pests. This is an environmentally safe method to keep your plants healthy and thriving.

1. Herbs grow best in the spring & fall, so make sure to collect all your yields before the summer & winter.

• The scorching heat of the summers and the freezing cold of the winters can be devastating to herbs as they may die out. In addition, the taste of the herbs will decline. How do you know when to harvest? See below.