So, you have a living basil plant? What next, right? Well, I am here to help you harvest and freeze your crop. Harvesting There are a few tips to know when harvesting basil: Always pinch off the stem above the leaf node. This effectively prunes the plant and encourages fresh regrowth. Cut the plant backContinue reading “Harvesting and Freezing Basil”
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7 Frugal Reasons to Start Your Own Herb Garden
You don’t need a large garden, flower beds, or even an outside space to create a herb garden. Window boxes, planters on a patio, or hanging baskets can make perfect herb gardens. Still not convinced? Check out my 7 frugal reasons to start your own herb garden… Culinary Use The main reason we use herbsContinue reading “7 Frugal Reasons to Start Your Own Herb Garden”
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