Chicory is everywhere, hiding in plain sight. But, it's not a wildflower at all. It's an escaped prisoner. The secret to chicory lies buried underground...
Tag: Herbs
Forgotten herb: calendula
Weird name. Amazing herb. Close enough pronounciation "ca-len-juh-la" (how a "d" makes a "j" sound in English, I suppose it's my Connecticut accent.) Calendula is the weirdest looking seed I plant in my garden. Really, it looks like something from an alien nation. It's mildly spikey and curved, almost in an arrogant way. It grows…
If only I read an article like this one from the Herb Society, might have avoided my worst gardening mistake ever! via Save Herb Seeds from Home Garden
42 (and a half) uses for extra herbs
When you garden, you quickly find out that your supply of herbs can overwhelm your needs. Herbs get too woody or too pungent quickly. It is best to harvest them when they are ready, even if you are not. Often, you will still have time left in the season to plant a second or third…
Forgotten herb: clary sage
There can only be one reason we forgot about clary sage: modern pharmaceuticals. close enough pronunciation "clare-E sayjuh" Clary sage was THE go-to herb for our female ancestors to reduce the monthly discomfort of menstruation cycles. Your great-grandmother probably looked forward to the relief of a cup of brewed clary sage tea as she busied…
Forgotten herb: Nasturtiums
Nasturtium flowers are vibrant, vining and easy to grow. The blooms are sturdy and edible.
Forgotten herbs: Borage
Borage flowers taste like cucumbers! They are great additions to salads, casseroles and cupcakes. Cucumber cupcakes? No, as decoration on top!