Plants in theMint family (Lamiaceae)are very hardy perennials with vigorous growth habits. All types (including Sweet Mint,Spearmint,Peppermint, and Chocolate Mint) are fast-growing, spreading plants, so you must give them a place to spread without getting in the way or plant them in a pot....
Carrots are one of the most popular vegetables in gardens around the world. But to get the perfect harvest, you need the perfect formula of soil conditions, climate, watering schedule, and more. In this article, gardening expert and farm owner Taylor Sievers examines how to plant, grow, and...
as its cool, bright flavor brings some added freshness to these dishes. Side note: it’s easy for cilantro to grow out of control, so make sure to keep your plant trimmed or else it can take over your herb garden!
To the untrained eye, yarrow plants in lawns or gardens may seem like a weed, but the plant actually provides a range of benefits. Some lawn professionals have started to mow yarrow and allow it to grow as a blade grass lawn substitute (after all, it requires far less water or care ...
Dill grown in pots need room for deep roots and room for stakes, and can grow up to 3 feet tall. Fennel, dill and carrots all compete for moisture, so it is good idea to plant in different areas. Black swallowtail larval love to feast on fennel and dill, so don’t be surprise if...
He attempted to grow spearmint plants in rain water, river water and water that had been mixed with soil and then drained. He found that the mint grew faster and produced healthier plants in the water solution that had been mixed with soil. His conclusion was that plants would grow better ...
Peppermint and spearmint both often grow to about 12 to 18 inches once mature. So choose an area in your home that can accommodate your plant. Somewhere near a window will be great but keep it away from sources of heat like fires or radiators. ...
Mint plant comes in an amazing number of flavors. From more than 600 members of the mint family --and many more hybrids -- among the most common are peppermint, spearmint, apple mint and pineapple mint. Its many uses makes mint a popular herb to grow year-round. Discover how to grow ...
Before You Plant Mint Planting/Growing Mint Harvesting Mint Additional Tips and Advice Before You Plant Mint Choose the Right Type of Mint: Spearmint and peppermint are the most popular types of mint. If you like chocolate, then mint chocolate may be the plant for you. ...
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