...more delicate jelly, while other types with slightly different leaf textures are used commercially for a firmer set. The leaves can be crushed and mixed with water to create a...
...The Character of Herbs for Design Needs Hedges and Hedgerows: draw living lines, define walkways, create privacy, and more. Elderberry (Sambucus), hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis), lavender (Lavandula), rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis), rugosa...
...year, instead of rosemary and bay, I found myself chasing down the story of a mushroom with a flair for mischief. A little reminder that the plants decide the path,...
...and cineole, making them more pleasant to cook with, especially when pairing with rosemary, sage, and thyme, and adding them to meats such as beef or chicken. Perhaps you do...
...bay, the evergreen that holds its strength year-round. I slip a leaf into my stews for flavor, but also for luck. The ancients said that bay was the tree of...
...its broad and bold foliage. Sages will thrive in well-drained soil in mostly sun. Over the years, I have had several specimens of bay laurel (Laurus nobilis) on my patio...
...dried rosemary 1 cinnamon stick Simmer the berries for 10 minutes, then add the Tulsi, rosemary, and cinnamon and steep 5 minutes more. Strain, add honey or maple syrup and...
...lemon balm leaf – tightly packed ¼ cup fresh mint leaf ¼ cup fresh oregano leaf 2-3 green jalapeños – deseeded 1-2 green cayenne (optional for more spice) 1 inch...
...for brightness and joy A few stems of lavender for peace and calm A bit of rosemary for clarity and protection Some fragrant rose petals and a tablespoon of rosewater...
...instruments), herbs that are mentioned in songs (“Scarborough Fair”’s parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme), and herbs that are named after songs, bands, or albums (like Coreopsis ‘Jethro Tull’). Some other...
