It is quite easy to grow milk thistle, so easy that it pretty much grows on its own, which is why it is considered an invasive species in many places. This biennial plant is usually called a weed since it can destroy ecosystems since it outcompetes other plants for space and nutrients. There are species… Continue reading Grow Milk Thistle Without Letting this Aggressive Weed Take Over!
Health benefits of fennel (Foeniculum vulgare) have been known and used since the ancient times. Egyptians, Greeks and Romans used this herb in their traditional medicine. Health benefits of fennel include antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antispasmodic and anti-tumor properties. What is Fennel? Fennel is native to the Southern Mediterranean region, but now it is grown in… Continue reading 13 Health Benefits of Fennel come from Volatile Compounds
Grow dill (Anethum graveolens) in your garden to enjoy this culinary herb that has a delicate flavor of celery, anise and lemon. It is often included in pickles, but it can also be used in fish, chicken, potatoes, eggs, humus, salads, veggies, and more. Dill can also be added to vinegar, infused vodka and dill-poached… Continue reading Learn How to Grow Dill, one of the Tastiest Culinary Herbs
Star anise is a widely used spice which gets its name because of its star shaped fruit appearance. If you are a fan of exotic dishes, then you should try to grow this tree in your backyard. To do so you will need to have some space, as it can grow quite large, and live… Continue reading Grow Star Anise, the Genuine Exotic Spice Tree
Tarragon is a popular perennial herb that is commonly used for culinary purposes. Its flavor are mixture of anise, lemon and basil. There are three types of tarragon: French, Russian and Mexican. In spite of its culinary reputation, many people are unaware of the medicinal benefits of tarragon. You can grow tarragon in your herb… Continue reading 11 Medicinal Benefits of Tarragon – It Can Help You Build Muscle Without Exercising!
Medicinal benefits of mugwort have been known and used since ancient times. Its Latin and scientific name is Artemisia vulgaris. Artemis was a Greek moon goddess, who was considered to be the patron of women and a midwife. This is why we can include mugwort in our list of herbs for women. It is useful… Continue reading 11 Medicinal Benefits of Mugwort that Range from Malaria Treatment to Detoxification
Artichokes (Cynara scolymus) are part of the Asteraceae family, which includes thistles, dandelions and sunflowers. Artichokes have large silvery-green leaves with thick stems that produce flower buds that look like pinecones. Leaves look soft, but they can be quite prickly. This edible plant is mostly known for its flower buds. However, other parts can be… Continue reading Grow and Harvest Artichokes in your Garden
