All herbs need light but while most enjoy full sun, some need full shade, while others can thrive under almost any light conditions. Early morning light has a marked effect on growth and development. Most plants have an optimum temperature at which growth is best. Critical examples are herbs that do not tolerate heavy frost [...]
Garlic has been known since antiquity, but its origins are lost. Its excellent qualities as a flavoring and medicinal herb were known to ancient Egyptians. Homer, Pliny and Shakespeare mention it in their writings. Garlic plants in flower are a spectacular sight when grown in a field as crop. A perennial herb, with grey-green flat [...]
Shepherd’s purse is an annual or biennial herb that can vary from 15-50 cm in height depending on the growing conditions and location.. Leaves are up to 10 cm long, toothed, green and rough. The flowers are white on top of the stems, 2-4 mm across. The herb is widespread in temperate zones common on [...]