Basil First on the list of great herbs to plant in spring is basil. An aromatic and flavorful herb, basil (Ocimum spp.) grows about one to three feet tall and wide, depending on species and cultivar.

By Barbara Brown When we think of mint it is usually in the context of a flavoring agent for food and drinks. But can it also ...

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Whether you grab them for a specific recipe or pick up a couple so you can have fresh herbs on your windowsill, those little ...

Herbs enjoy sun all day and need at least six hours of direct sun to produce high amounts of flavorful oils. Many herbs ...

As a perennial, mint dies back to the ground each winter and reemerges in spring. A single mint plant can live for up to five years, but the plant is easily divided, so it can provide a continuous ...