Herb gardening is a big topic. Herbs are grown for cooking, crafts, medicines and teas. They may be incorporated into a flower or vegetable garden, planted in pots or grown in a formal, precise design ...

As America downsizes, down-travels and down-spends this summer, simple domestic pursuits, such as container herb gardening, are beginning to look like a time-and-money-saving way to add interest to ...

If you are new to gardening, an herb garden is an excellent entry-level activity. It doesn’t require much space, success is almost guaranteed, and most herbs attain their full size relatively quickly, ...

Put your green thumb to use this spring starting an herb garden. Chives, lavender, oregano, peppermint, sage or thyme thrive in Michigan’s growing season. Members of the Charlevoix Gardening Club ...

Herb garden basics include the following: In general, herbs prefer a moderately rich soil. An overly rich soil (or excessive fertilizing) can lead to vigorous growth, which can detract from the ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- The word is out that in the world of gardening:” Herbs are “in.” Burpee Garden Company cites herb gardens as the “Hottest Trend for 2011.” With more emphasis on living green, ...

"Herb Gardening: How to Prepare the Soil, Choose Your Plants, and Care For, Harvest, and Use Your Herbs" by Melissa Snyder ($19.95, The Countryman Press) (The Countryman Press) Sally and George ...

An herb gardening class will be held by the Cherokee County Master Gardeners and Cherokee County UGA Extension Office at 10 a.m. March 19. As part of the Essential Gardening series, the class will ...