Want to start an herb garden? The 10 best herbs to start with.
Herbs have been a part of my life since I was an infant in my mother's arms. As an adult, I have never been without an herb garden, carrying uprooted herbs to new homes to re-establish them in my new yard. Herbs carry with them the wisdom of the earth, quietly offering remedies, flavor and insight drawn from the deep intelligence of our planet. Growing your own herbs is one of the easiest and most rewarding ways to start gardening. Whether you have a backyard plot, a sunny balcony, or just a windowsill, fresh herbs are low-maintenance, space-saving, and full of flavor. Plus, nothing beats the taste and aroma of freshly snipped herbs in your cooking, and they can be used beyond the kitchen, as time honored remedies for an upset stomach or even to calm your nerves. Keep reading to find out about my favorite herbs to grow, and I'll give you a bonus natural cough remedy that beats the nasty red stuff in the cold and flu aisle. I grow most of my herbs in the ground and...