by herbsocietyofamerica | Jun 22, 2016 | Other Culinary
When summer arrives on the North Coast my living space expands to my gardens. These summer rooms are decorated with flowers and art. I try to keep it simple and limited. But, with so many options, it’s hard. I love metalwork, sundials, birdbaths, birdfeeders,...
by herbsocietyofamerica | Jun 20, 2016 | Other Culinary
Pesticides and modern farming methods are considered a serious problem for pollinators. And, we need pollinators to produce more than half the farmed food we eat. To build awareness of their importance and encourage pollinator-friendly gardens, June 20-26,...
by herbsocietyofamerica | Jun 15, 2016 | Herb of the Month, Other Culinary
Holy Basil or Tulasi (also spelled Thulasi) Ocimum tenuiflorum is a sacred and revered plant in the Vaishnava tradition of Hinduism. It is considered an elixir of life. Tulasi means “the incomparable one” in original Sanskrit. The petals are mixed with water and given...
by herbsocietyofamerica | Jun 13, 2016 | Other Culinary
It is a sunny summer morning in the herb garden. Your Bee Balm is in full fuchsia flower, the flat-topped white-flowered Yarrow mimics the fluffy clouds passing overhead, and the numerous dainty faces of your Mints provide a dappled pastel backdrop. However, amidst...
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by herbsocietyofamerica | Jun 8, 2016 | Other Culinary
Herb gardeners have been grouping plants into categories, probably, forever. Consider culinary, medicinal, dye, tea, aromatherapy. Even the medieval poison garden. So, why not a wine garden? Klaus Reif created one in 2007. His Reif Estate Winery in Niagara on the...
