Oregano’s name means “joy of the mountain” derived from two Greek words, oros (mountain) and ganos (joy), because of the pleasure derived from several varieties…
Salvia officinalis—from the Latin word "salvere"—the name means "to save" and refers to its alleged curing properties. Ancient Egyptians promoted it as a brain tonic;…
Sure, we've got growing tips for dill but first, a little history... It is such a familiarity in our gardens, dill’s identity as an herb…
When the colonists arrived on the shores of America, among the kitchen and medicinal herbs that crossed the ocean with them were chives. Down through…
The genus of Artemisia, consisting of over two hundred mostly aromatic plants was named in honor of the sister and wife of the Greek/Persian King…
Since the time of Plutarch, feverfew has been used in the Western world as a medicinal herb. One source states its name comes from the…
Don’t despise parsley, that sprig of green that usually sits as a decoration on your dinner plate. It has much more going for it besides…
Most herbal writers agree that thyme may be the oldest herb known to man. To the Greeks, it was an emblem of activity, bravery, and…
What can you cook when you have an abundance of herbs growing in your garden? As an urban homesteader, I work hard to grow as…
Borage (Borago officinalis) is commonly recognized as the herb with cucumber-like tasting leaves. This is one of my favorite herbs because it is so dependable…
Just the name evokes mystery and romance. Its Latin name means literally "dew of the sea" and this herb has been steeped in traditions and…
Homesteaders will tout the many health benefits of their lifestyle including fresh air, sunshine, and healthy food straight from the garden. Another, sometimes overlooked, benefit…
