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Does the Chia Pet Herb Garden really work indoors? How? What herbs grow well indoors?

Container Gardening Administrator — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 23:53:42 +0000

Question by Jo-Anna: Does the Chia Pet Herb Garden really work indoors? How? What herbs grow well indoors?
I was always under the assumption that one could only grow heartier herbs indoors like rosemary, etc., and that basil would be a little more difficult.

But the Chia Pet Herb Garden includes basil seeds in its box. Does it grow well indoors?

Best answer:

Answer by cope_acetic@yahoo.com
ALL herbs grow well indoors, with enough light & water.

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Organic Container Gardening For Herbs

Container Gardening Administrator — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 16:40:51 +0000

by meganpru

Organic Container Gardening For Herbs

Organic growing is primarily intended to help produce herbs for the food table, as a healthy and pure ingredient. Herbs which are mostly grown for aroma and find use in making pot-pourri do not have to be organically grown. Therefore when growing organic herbs in containers, the choice is between medicinal or savory plants. The latter is grown as a kitchen culinary item.

The choice of the plant can be from among the popular ones such as mint, thyme, basil or oregano. Growing herbs in containers is ideal for those with small garden spaces, as a row of potted plants either in the garden or on your window sill can present a very charming picture. The fantastic smells that these plants give off can make your gardening efforts worthwhile.

The method of cultivation depends on what herb is grown. A combination of sunshine and slightly lean soil that appears to increase the oils, which give off those wonderful flavors and fragrances. Ideally the plants need to be well watered with pots that have a good drainage system. For this use pots with drainage holes at the bottom on a tray to ensure water does not spill out.

Organic container gardening requires that plants get at least six hours of sunshine everyday. A sunny spot should therefore be chosen before planting them. Ensure that the pots are organically manured. Space the plants out to allow them to grow freely. Keep the plants tidy and send out new growth by pinching and using them regularly.

Clint Sidney is an expert of organic gardening and enjoys sharing information about Organic Container Gardening. You can learn more about gardening at GreatGardener.eHelpshome.com. Have fun and enjoy reading!

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What are the best herbs to have growing for a tea garden? What about everyday culinary herbs?

Container Gardening Administrator — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 16:41:47 +0000

Question by Scarlet: What are the best herbs to have growing for a tea garden? What about everyday culinary herbs?

Best answer:

Answer by GetMeTheBigKnife
In relation to everyday culinary herbs: Parsley, basil, thyme, rosemary and oregeno – mint is good too, but it can get out of hand if you don’t prune it back or plant it in a sunken container to keep it from spreading.

Tea garden herbs could range from mint to …just about anything you want to steep your in – you decide on the flavors you like best

What do you think? Answer below!

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Liver Cleanse & Detox from Irish Organic Herbs

Container Gardening Administrator — Sun, 15 Aug 2010 07:56:16 +0000

by HDC Photography

Liver Cleanse & Detox from Irish Organic Herbs

As we head into what we hope will be a warm and pleasant summer, we all need to get into shape so that we can get out in the warm fresh air and reap the benefits. Lots of us are looking to loose a few kilos and are starting to use diets and reduce the fatty food intake. Addressing the “flab” on the outside is important, but we also need to look to how we can improve our general feeling of well-being.

We are becoming more than ever aware of the damage caused to our health by our environment and also by the processed food and drinks that we consume. Although natural detoxifying our bodies is a continuous process, toxins can build-up in our systems causing us to feel lacking energy and run down.

Many detox programs exist but one that has stood the test of time is “Herbal Detoxification” – the use of herbs to fortify the organs involved in the removal of these toxins. Herbal Detoxification assists in the release of waste products, expelling them from the body through the skin, intestines, liver, lungs, kidneys and the lymphatic system.

Many of the herbs used to assist in detox are grown here in Ireland and Irish Organic Herbsare the first company to have pioneered the organically certified field-scale cultivation of these medicinal herbs in Ireland.

From a traditional perspective there are good reasons for using certain herbs:-

Burdock is a blood tonic and aids liver function, Dandelion root increases bile production and flow and aids fat digestion and Barberry bark is a liver stimulant and a digestive tonic. These herbs, along with Astragalus root providing anti-viral, anti-microbial and immune support and also Milk thistle and Fennell seeds are all in “Liver Cleanse & Detox” – a blended tincture produced by Irish Organic Herbs.

This formulation is beneficial for use as part of a 14 day detox-program and provides a strong support for the digestive system in particular the gall bladder and liver. This support helps in particular with problems such as wind, bloating and flatulence.

Acne can be a problem for many of all ages. Traditionally, a herbal blend which cleanses and detoxifies the body has been used by herbalists in the treatment of skin problems. Used, preferably in combination with Echinacea, this herbal blend can also be helpful in addressing this condition.

The herbs used to produce Irish Organic Herbs’ “Liver Cleanse & Detox” are mainly grown locally on certified organic Irish farms and as with all detox programs you should consume plenty of water and reduce your intake of coffee, alcohol & bad stodgy foods.

With summer upon us, now is the time for each of us to take control of our systems so that we can fully enjoy the long walks and lazy days!

“Liver Cleanse & Detox” is available online at www.irishorganicherbs.ie

Alec Florence

Alec Florence is managing director of Irish Organic Herbs Intl. Ltd. a company that have pioneered the organically certified field-scale cultivation of medicinal herbs in Ireland. alecflorence@irishorganicherbs.ie

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I am looking to grow my own herbs. What is the difference between Organic, Heirloom and Heritage Seeds?

Container Gardening Administrator — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 23:53:01 +0000

Question by Novice Herb Grower: I am looking to grow my own herbs. What is the difference between Organic, Heirloom and Heritage Seeds?
To my understanding Organic is “healthier” which is what I am leaning towards, but then when I look at the Heritage and Heirloom descriptions on google, they throw in the word organic here and there. It is confusing.

Your clarification is appreciated, thank you!

Best answer:

Answer by mark
Organic means that the seeds were grown from plants that were grown without insecticide or chemical fertilizers.

Heirloom are original seeds styles (not genetically engineered)

Not sure what Heritage means.

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How to Grow an Herb Garden Indoors or Outdoors : Choosing Which Herbs to Plant in Your Herb Garden

Container Gardening Administrator — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 23:56:16 +0000

Herb selection: Growing your own indoor herb garden – with outdoor planting techniques: Learn how to make a basicherb garden in this free gardening video series, with tips for soil preparation and plant maintenance. Expert: Jose Zuniga Bio: Jose’s experience with gardening comes from growing up around his grandfather, who was an avid gardener and farmer. Filmmaker: Grady Johnson
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Whether you are preparing a fancy meal or a quick dinner, nothing enhances the flavors of food like fresh herbs. What better place to find them than right in your own kitchen! Many herbs can be grown successfully on a bright, sunny indoor windowsill. Check out our quickie video for growing a one-pot organic herb garden.
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Herbs – Patio Garden

Container Gardening Administrator — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 04:44:53 +0000

A few nice patio garden images I found:

Herbs – Patio Garden

Image by gardengrrrl

Back Patio Garden

Image by Chai65

Patio Garden 2009

Image by Marcia H
Tomatoes, green beans, cucumbers, and red peppers are growing in the larger pots.

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Visual Identification of Culinary Herbs

Container Gardening Administrator — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 16:06:24 +0000

herbgardenblog.com – Common culinary herbs may not be freely available in all areas. This is what they look like.

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Herb garden Herbs For The Cook

Container Gardening Administrator — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 15:52:11 +0000

by Jeff Cushner

Herb garden Herbs For The Cook

Herb garden herbs can make up an entire lovely herb garden for show and in use in your home. The herbs most used by cooks in cooking tend to be the ones that have the most aromatic smells. The smell of cooking herbs has been known to be calming and to make people feel at home. This is because of the comforting smell they have.

Growing herb garden herbs for the cook can be quite easy. All you need to do is obtain the correct size container, which matches how large you want your herb garden to be. It is recommended you start off small and then work you way up to a larger garden as your ability progresses. This is because many herbs can grow in a larger abundance than you may anticipate. Plus, some herbs have a tendency to take over an herb garden very easily.

After obtaining the correct size containers, invest in some quality potting soil. This will be mixed with dirt and sand in order to create a proper seedbed. You will also want to buy seeds for the herb garden herbs you have chosen for your garden. Some of the best herbs for the use of cooking are chives, thyme, tarragon, oregano, rosemary, and sage.

Herb garden herbs for the cook are quite easy to grow and maintain. To begin with they just need to be planted a couple of inches beneath the topsoil placed in your container. Once you have done this, place your herb garden containers in a place where it may get the appropriate amount of light. You also want to make sure the plants get plenty of air. This may mean occasionally taking an oscillating fan and blowing it at your herb garden on a low setting to simulate the effects of the wind.

Be sure to keep the soil your herbs are planted in moist, but not too moist. You will also want to be very regular with your schedule of thinning out herbs that begin to grow rapidly in your herb garden. Take careful care to sometimes separate the root systems. Digging into the root systems makes this possible. This will keep faster growing herbs from taking over the other herbs and choking them out of the herb garden.

Once you have grown the herbs you have planted for your herb garden then you will want to use them in cooking projects. Pick chives to add flavor to potatoes or in butter to make an herbed butter. Thyme is good for soups, meats, and winter dishes. Tarragon is good for meats, rice, and pasta dishes. Oregano is great in Italian dishes. Rosemary is good with potatoes and chicken. Sage is great for making stuffing and in meat dishes such as pork.

After harvesting your herbs you may want to store some of them for later months use. This can be done by freeze drying them and placing them in an airtight container to keep until you are ready to use them.

Brian Chamberlain has been an Herb Garden enthusiast for many years. For more great information on herb garden herbs, visit his site at: http://www.secretsofaherbgarden.com while you are there make sure you sign up for his FREE 10 part Secrets of a Herb Garden Mini-Course.

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Bulk Organic Herbs Found In The Mediterranean Kitchen

Container Gardening Administrator — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 07:52:28 +0000

by TaniaGail

Bulk Organic Herbs Found In The Mediterranean Kitchen

Avid home cooks and restaurant chefs know that it makes sense to keep a good supply of bulk organic herbs and spices on hand for cooking. Not only will you have the organic herbs in bulk that you need for preparing your great recipes, but you will also save money with bulk purchases. The Mediterranean kitchen keeps on hand a tasty assortment of bulk organic herbs for cooking those fantastic and delicious recipes found in the sunny countries bordering the Mediterranean Ocean.

You will soon discover that most of the bulk organic herbs and spices favored in the Mediterranean kitchen are often grown in that warm region of the world. You will find a spectrum of bulk organic herbs used in this cuisine that include such favorites as allspice, caraway seed, cinnamon, cloves, dillweed, garlic, mint, oregano, parsley, black pepper, basil, bay leaves, coriander, cumin, fennel seed, juniper berries, marjoram, crushed red pepper flakes, rosemary and thyme. Keeping these organic herbs in bulk on hand in your kitchen allows you the flexibility to create wonderful dishes on the spur of the moment, based on what looks good at the farmers’ market or outside in your own vegetable garden that day.

Restaurants featuring Greek, Italian and French cuisines will also want to keep wholesale organic bulk herbs at the ready for food preparation. Wholesale organic bulk herbs can be purchased by anyone with a company where they are used in foods that will be resold to the public, or by herbal suppliers who offer dried herbs for sale to the public.

Once you have these glorious bulk organic herbs in your kitchen, what can you do with them? As it turns out, plenty when it comes to creating authentic and flavorful Mediterranean dishes. One easy dish to start with that is sure to be a hit with your family is Greek Roasted Chicken. Wash and then place the chicken in a pan, rub it all over with olive oil, and then sprinkle with lemon juice and dried bulk organic herbs and spices such as oregano, salt and pepper. Roast it slowly over low heat in your oven until the skin is crispy and golden, and in the last hour throw some sliced potato wedges into the pan. Now you can feast like the Greeks do.

There are Italian recipes that also use these spices. Bulk herbs such as oregano, parsley, salt and pepper are used for seasoning roasted vegetable salads with spices. Bulk seasonings can be used to enhance the taste of roasted sweet peppers, tomato and garlic cloves, and anchovies can be added for an additional salty flavor. The bulk organic herbs of crushed red pepper flakes, salt and pepper, along with lemon peel are used to create a wonderful green sauce from fresh parsley that can be used as an accent to cooked meats as well as over pasta.

These are just a small sampling of the variety of different ways you can use organic herbs in bulk to prepare delicious Mediterranean cuisine.

In this article Anne Harvester writes about bulk organic herbs.