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Resources and How-To guides for Annual, Bulb, Perennial, Herb & Vegetable Gardens - find hundreds of entries on different flowers. Also information on speciality gardens (rock, shade, rose and container gardens) as well as houseplants and Lawncare basics
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Vegetable Encyclopedia

Vegetables are healthy, delicious and fun to grow. Learn everything you need to know about vegetables and vegetable gardens. See Full List


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Herb Encyclopedia

Herbs are a great way to spice up a meal - with the help of your own back yard. Learn all about herbs and herb gardens.

  • Artemisia, Wormwood  
    Artemisias, or wormwoods, are rugged perennials that are usually selected for their silvery foliage. Size ranges from four inches to over four feet. Learn how to grow this shrublike herb.
  • Calamint  
    Calamint is a perennial herb. It produces tiny white or lilac flowers in late summer and fall and loves the sun. Great for the scented garden, it also attracts the attention of the local bee population. Learn about this lovely mint.
  • Garlic  
    A clove a day keeps the doctor away? It might sound odd (and a bit stinky), but garlic has been used medicinally for centuries. Learn about growing, selecting and serving garlic, as well as explore the medicinal and healing history...
  • Licorice plant  
    Licorice plant is an annual plant related to strawflowers. They are covered with furry, silver, heart-shaped leaves with cream or yellow coloration. Read more about this intriguing plant.
  • Spearmint  
    Spearmint, a flavor known to most, is a great perennial herb. It spreads rapidly and adds great texture to the fragrant garden. The toothed, rich green leaves of this perennial give off a wonderful aroma when rubbed. Learn more.
  • Dill  
    Dill is a wonderfully versatile annual that is both beautiful and edible. The feathery foliage and yellow flowers are both distinctively decorative and quite tasty. Read about caring for dill.
 
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