Last updated on November 6th, 2021 at 11:24 pmCuban oregano is a plant that originates from eastern and southern Africa. So, centuries ago, Arab traders brought it to the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and India. After that, it was taken to Europe and eventually made its way to the Americas during the colonial era . What’s […]
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Fish Mint – Things You Need to Know
Last updated on August 28th, 2021 at 07:26 pmWe can trace the roots of fish mint all the way back to Southeast Asia. You can find this plant in abundance on the outskirts of Japan, China, and Korea. One thing that might surprise people is that despite having the word mint in its name, this […]
Star Anise Plant – The Ultimate Gardeners’ Guide to Grow Star Anise in Your Herb Garden
Last updated on September 22nd, 2021 at 11:12 pmThe Star anise plant, known for its star-shaped fruits, is a popular plant. Star anise is an herb used widely in South Asian cuisines, as a spice for its incredible flavor and aroma. It’s not just a culinary herb and spice, but it offers a plethora of […]
Companion Planting Herbs: What Herbs Grow Well Together
Last updated on December 14th, 2019 at 05:25 pmDo you know what companion planting is? Simply put, it’s the art of putting plants that thrive together right next to one another in the garden. Doing so can help keep certain pests away and it might even help you to get a larger harvest. If companion […]
15 Stunning Window Box Projects
Last updated on September 21st, 2019 at 05:46 pm This window box project adds a clean look to any house. They look beautiful against a house that has some color to it, because it makes the white pop. The curved pieces at the bottom also give it a very unique look. […]