herbs
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Tansy – Natural Insect Repellant
This gorgeous old fashioned looking herb is called Tansy. It has cute little gold button flowers with a fern like foliage. Tansy grows to around two meters, and can be quite invasive, so be careful where you plant it. I love it! It’s said to be a natural insect repellent too! So grow it in […]
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Freezing Herbs
Many herbs are seasonal, but if you have a bumper crop and still want fresh herbs once they’re out of season, freezing them is a great option. Herbs with a high moisture content are particularly good for freezing. Herbs such as tarragon, chives, parsley, chervil, basil, dill, mint, and fennel tips are usually the best […]