Gardening

Making your own lemon balm tincture is a simple way to capture the calming effects of this lovely herb in a small, easy-to-use bottle. A lemon balm tincture is made by soaking fresh or dried lemon balm leaves in alcohol for several weeks, which extracts the active compounds into a concentrated liquid you can take anytime.…

If you want to keep lemon balm fresh and flavorful for a long time, drying it is the best way to do that. You can dry lemon balm by air-drying, using a dehydrator, or even an oven, all of which help preserve its scent and taste. This makes it easy to enjoy lemon balm in tea or…

Drying chives is an easy way to keep their fresh flavor all year long. You can dry chives by air-drying, using an oven, or a food dehydrator, which helps preserve their mild onion taste for cooking later. Once dried, they store well and can add a nice touch to dishes like potatoes, eggs, and soups whenever you…

Growing chives is easier than you might think, whether you have a big garden or just a small pot on your windowsill. Chives grow well in full sun or partial shade and need well-drained soil, making them a low-maintenance herb perfect for beginners. You can start them from seeds or divisions, and with simple care, you’ll have…

If you want to boost your garden’s health and get more from your plants, knowing the right companion plants for chives can help a lot. Chives work well with many plants because they repel pests, attract pollinators, and even improve the taste and growth of nearby veggies and flowers. Pairing chives with the right plants can make…