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    How to make strong Spearmint Tea

    Crush the dried leaves gently right before brewing the tea. The gentle crushing will release the flavor of the mint. I use my coffee maker for...
    Post by: Meadow Walker, Oct 9, 2013 in forum: Herb Gardening
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    Dying Lavender - Please Help!!!

    Too much water, and the clay soil allowed the water "to stand" and not drain away. Lavender plants like it high and dry. I noticed the driveway...
    Post by: Meadow Walker, Oct 9, 2013 in forum: Herb Gardening
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    basil flowers

    I snip the flowers off and add them to 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Heat the oil gently, and remove the flowers. What a great taste. Use the oil in...
    Post by: Meadow Walker, May 28, 2013 in forum: Herb Gardening
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    Worried about frost and Parsley

    Macbrine, Parsley can take the chill. What it can't take is dry soil. The parsley plant will be okay as long as the soil is kept moist in the...
    Post by: Meadow Walker, Apr 1, 2013 in forum: Herb Gardening
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    Anyone grow savory?

    Savory is often called the "bean herb." I use it in Navy beans, adding it at the last minute. It gives the beans a peppery taste. It's also...
    Post by: Meadow Walker, Nov 16, 2012 in forum: Herb Gardening
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    Freeze or dry parsley?

    I like to dry parsley on screens and paper towels. I strip the leaves from the stems, and cut them up in a glass measuring cup with a pair of...
    Post by: Meadow Walker, Nov 15, 2012 in forum: Herb Gardening
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    My small medicinal garden

    Hi Ken, I realize it's the end of summer, but I wanted to make some comments about your little medicinal garden. Very pretty, and the plants...
    Post by: Meadow Walker, Sep 26, 2012 in forum: Herb Gardening
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    when to sow Parsley seeds

    I grow parsley year round. I realize this might be difficult with gardeners who deal with high humidity and 100 degree temperatures. Parsley,...
    Post by: Meadow Walker, Sep 21, 2012 in forum: Herb Gardening
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    Basil plant spacing?

    Beautiful basil. Gorgeous color. I'm sure it grew and produced very well for you. Here's a recipe for Shrimp Marinade using fresh basil. 3...
    Post by: Meadow Walker, Sep 15, 2012 in forum: Herb Gardening
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    First time indoor herb gardener

    Hi EmilyS, Tight quarters for the herb plants with the 8 inch window seat. There should at least 3 to 4 hours of sunlight streaming in for your...
    Post by: Meadow Walker, Sep 14, 2012 in forum: Herb Gardening
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    Aromatic tranquility

    Lavender is my favorite. My second choice is Rose [ Rosa spp ]. I adore peppermint and lemon balm. I'm very fond of rosemary as well. Lemon...
    Post by: Meadow Walker, Sep 11, 2012 in forum: Herb Gardening
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    Freezing herbs gone bad

    I like to dry the smaller leaves of thyme. The key to retaining that wonderful flavor, is to dry the leaves as quickly as you can. The best...
    Post by: Meadow Walker, Sep 10, 2012 in forum: Herb Gardening
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    When and why to seperate Chives

    I'm sure the question regarding chives has been answered several times. This is what I do each fall as the days grow shorter. I grow several...
    Post by: Meadow Walker, Sep 9, 2012 in forum: Herb Gardening
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    Other uses for spearmint?

    I love spearmint. One of my favorite tea herbs. I add one tablespoon of dried spearmint and 2 tablespoons of loose, Chinese black tea to the tea...
    Post by: Meadow Walker, Sep 8, 2012 in forum: Herb Gardening
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    Lemon Balm

    I love lemon balm. Such a beautiful herb, and one of the most prolific herbs in the garden. When the plants are truly happy, they have a fragrance...
    Post by: Meadow Walker, Sep 7, 2012 in forum: Herb Gardening