herbs

3 Aug
2012
'Siam Queen' basil

Good morning, ‘Siam Queen’ basil

The ‘Siam Queen’ basil is just starting to send up its flower heads. Such a pretty sight. I love this basil, both for its looks and its taste (hello, Thai chicken). What are your favorite basils for dressing up the garden and spicing up your dinners? ...

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23 May
2012
fresh-picked chamomile flowers in a bowl

The very first chamomile harvest. Now what?

I picked some flowers today. Chamomile flowers. For tea. Supposedly. I’m honestly not exactly sure what I’m doing. Here’s what I know: Chamomile tea can be made with either Roman chamomile or German chamomile. The two plants are totally different species, but their flowers, flavors and uses are very similar. ...

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5 May
2012
sage-featured

Sage: What are your favorite recipes?

I’m having a little love affair with sage these days. A few days ago, there was that misty morning that made the berggarten sage glow with silver moisture. Then, yesterday, the garden sage burst into bloom: I really can’t get enough of it, and have decided the only solution is ...

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