Nina Melillo
Common Uses of Lavender – Culinary, Crafts, Medicinal
Lavender has been around for 2500 years. It is in the mint family and is known for its beauty, sweet smelling aroma, and its multiple...
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Nina Melillo
- 6 min
How to Grow Basil Plants – An International Herb
It’s summertime! Your vegetables are growing large and strong, the tomatoes are ripening, and your mouth is watering thinking of all the...
Nina Melillo
- 6 min
How to Grow Lavender Plants – Indoors
Fields of lavender can be found in many places in the world. They are a beautiful sight to behold. Not only is lavender a visual beauty,...
Nina Melillo
- 5 min
Planting Herbs in a Garden – Time For Good Eats!
Gardens conjure up images of sunny sunflowers, colorful coneflowers, striking snapdragon, and delightful dahlias. They add visual and...
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How to Grow Oregano – An International Herb
Ahhh oregano! What a delightful aroma. Some say it has a camphoraceous odor, others a very pungent scent with spicy undertones. I am not...
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How to Grow Tarragon – An International Herb
I have used tarragon for all my adult life. The aroma is wonderful and it adds a specific sweet flavor to your favorite dishes. I...
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Best Way To Grow Rosemary – An International Herb
Whenever I think of rosemary I think of my mom’s special pork loin recipe. She had a knack for making the best roast pork on a...
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Best Way to Grow Cilantro – An International Herb
Whenever I talk about cilantro with friends, I always get the same reaction. Either they love it or they hate it! Those who love it like...
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Growing Parsley – Indoors and Out – An International Herb
Parsley is widely used throughout the world. It is native to the central and eastern Mediterranean. The herb is used in European, Middle...
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How to Grow Mint Indoors – A Versatile Herb
Mint originated in the Mediterranean region. It gradually spread to England and then America. It is now grown throughout Eurasia,...
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Different Types of Mint – How to Grow Them in A Garden
Mint, from the Mentha genus, is an easy plant to grow both outdoors in the garden and indoors in pots. It is a fast growing aromatic...
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How to Grow Ginger Root – An International Herb
One staple of Asian culinary dishes is ginger. It is widely used in southeast Asia in countries such as China, South Vietnam, South...
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How to Grow Garlic From Bulbs – A Versatile Herb?
If you grew up in an Italian family like I did, garlic was always around. It could be found, waiting to be cooked, hanging in clumps over...
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How to Grow Garlic in a Pot – The Healthy Vegetable
Yes, garlic is a vegetable, not an herb or spice. It is commonly used in a variety of dishes throughout the world. In addition to being a...
How To Care For Indoor Plants – A Little Goes a Long Way
Indoor plants bring such joy. There is something about nature inside your home that makes you feel serene and healthy at the same time....
What Flower Bulbs to Plant in the Fall – Spring Beauty
The temperatures are cooling, the days are getting shorter and your flower garden is looking a little tired. Now is not the time to give...
How to Take Care of a Poinsettia – Holidays and Beyond
Seeing poinsettias in your local garden and grocery stores is a sure sign that the holidays are right around the corner. Poinsettias...
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