For discerning cooks, packaged herbs from the grocery store don’t always cut it. Judging from their flavor and aroma, it seems they were picked by greasy, diesel-powered machine harvesters in some ...

Herbs such as lavender, parsley and sage do better in cooler weather. They should be harvested now and dried. Herbs that thrive in summer's heat, such as basil, should be planted now. (AP/Matthew Mead ...

Learn how to dry or freeze you basil harvest. Herbs are a beautiful and tasty addition to any garden. They do well in poor soil, and they can also attract pollinators. Frequent herb harvesting is ...

Basil is one of the most versatile herbs, and one that can give you big yields in sunny summer weather. The plant's leaves ...

Basil, thyme and rosemary harvest for dehydrating indoors. (Rick Wetherbee) Truth be told, dried herbs are one of the handiest staple ingredients found in kitchens today. Not only do they bring lots ...

Knowing how to harvest basil is essential because it makes your plant last as long as possible. Basil is a garden staple, and whether you grow it in a garden or a container, it is relatively easy to ...

This much I know: don't substitute catnip for mint in anything you plan to eat. Fortunately, others have more extensive knowledge about the use of herbs than I do. Linn County Master Gardener, Diane ...

Enjoy herbs all year round. Harvest herbs now for garden-fresh meals and preserve a few for the winter ahead. Snip a few leaves or leaf-covered stems as needed. For the same intensity of flavor, you ...

Basil. Oregano. Dill. These and other fragrant herbs are just some of the many tasty treats that central Ohioans enjoy throughout the hot summer months. The growing season is winding down, but with ...

Keep enjoying your homegrown herbs all year round. Harvest throughout the growing season and include them in garden-fresh meals. Then preserve a few for the winter ahead. Snip a few leaves or ...

Hanging herbs upside down in bundles not only allows them to dry thoroughly but also adds a decorative touch to the kitchen. Photo: Getty Images/Westend61 Fresh from the garden or balcony, herbs taste ...

This article originally appeared on ModernFarmer.com. For discerning cooks, packaged herbs from the grocery store don’t always cut it. Judging from their flavor and aroma, it seems they were picked by ...