Cacti or succulents are the usual go-to plants when xeriscaping, or dry-land gardening, but herbs are an attractive alternative. Many herbs have Mediterranean origins, and can grow well where the soil ...

Herbs are for flavoring but herbs are also for colors. Most gardeners or cooks or chefs plant herbs to season their cuisines. Some, but very few, plant them for their beauty. Oddly, many herbs produce ...

A few years ago, I read Ocean Vuong’s “On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous” with a propulsive vigor. Oddly, the title of that book is also how I feel about fresh herbs, in all of their ephemeral glory. I ...

I know, who writes about planting and growing herbs this time of year when we all know a frost could come along any day now and kill these warm-loving plants? But I have to tell you about two less ...

Although spices and herbs have been used since ancient times, they are playing a new and important role in modern food preparation. They not only add unique flavors to our food, but contribute color ...

Whatever you do, don't toss wilted herbs in the trash. Here's how to put that droopy basil, parsley, or dill to good use, ...

Many herbs and plants from nature can be used for dyeing your homemade soaps. Looking to use natural colorants for cold process soap or hot process soap? Learn how to color soap naturally with a few ...

COLOR TRENDS 2015: Behr Paints has announced its 2015 Color Trends with 20 all-new paint colors and four inspirational design styles. These diverse color palettes feature shades that include pastels, ...