Arugula (Eruca vesicaria), also known as rocket, is one of the most popular salad greens out there, and for good reason. I've been growing arugula for years. It's one of my favorites. Why do I ...

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If you're not growing caraway, you're missing out on a versatile and tasty treat. I had no idea how useful this plant is until I planted it in my garden. Caraway is a hardy herb related to carrots and ...

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I first started growing borage because I wanted it for my bees. I'm glad I did, because they love it, and I've spent many hours watching them leave their hive and fly straight to the borage patch. ...

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There are a million reasons to start growing dill. It has a delicate flavor of anise, celery, and lemon that enhances everything from fish and chicken to salads and veggies. You can use both the ...

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I love growing radishes in my garden. Not only are they brilliant space fillers, but they also grow quickly. Of course, there's also the flavor. The crisp taste of a freshly picked radish is ...

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I have to admit that when my wife said she wanted seeds to start growing burdock, I thought she meant a different plant. I have always considered burdock a weed that is a menace wherever it grows, and ...

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No other plant in the world that has the distinctive taste and aroma of ginger. The moment you cut into the fresh rhizome, your kitchen fill with a spicy, peppery, citrus scent that is ...

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Of all the herbs in the world, bay is one I think should be in every garden. Not just because it's delicious, but also because the plants make a lovely addition to the garden all year round with their ...

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People don't give turnips the love they deserve. They're pushed to the side while other root veggies like potatoes and carrots get all the attention. I think they're the victim of being cooked wrong ...

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