Indoor Kitchen Herb Garden

Mortars and pestles are available at most kitchen supply stores, but you can save money by making your own.You can make your own mortar and pestle with a bowl and a rock.Soak a rock in bleach and rinse it, or wrap a clean rock in plastic wrap.

Microwaves can also affect the size of plants after the seeds sprout. This results in plants that mature too rapidly and die before they reach full size.When plant seeds are exposed directly to microwaves, they, like foods placed in an oven, begin to...

Milder homemade fertilizers for African violets optimize their vigor and keep them blooming almost continuously.African violets are in the same plant family as gloxinias.Earthworm excrement, or castings, contain levels of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium...

Herbs can be used in satchels, planted by doors or on windowsills, or kept in the home to keep spiders away.Herbs can help keep spiders like this one out of your houseLavender is a well known deterrent for not only spiders but several types of biting...

There are numerous varieties of herbs, each with distinct attributes, although there are also characteristics that are shared by all herbs.Many herbs are used in cooking, such as tarragon, dill, oregano and chives.

Its seeds often rot before they sprout, and its cuttings taking six to nine months to root. Dill sprouts after one or two weeks, and the cultivar "Long Island Mammoth" reaches 4 feet tall in about two months.

However, where peppermint has its leaves growing from stems, spearmint leaves grow almost directly on the branch.The blooms of these herbs also differ, as peppermint usually has a purple bloom while spearmint generally has a pink or blue bloom.The two...

Pressurized stem extracts the volatile plant oils. This process, known as "distilling," is the same procedure used to make distilled alcoholic beverages.Oil extract from lavender plants is used in perfumes, soaps and cosmetics.Harvest plant material right...

Handles are aluminum alloy with thermoplastic rubber for a comfortable, non-slip grip. Handy for deadheading flowers, too. The long, narrow blades of these garden snips make quick work of harvesting leaf lettuce, mesclun and herbs.

The Chef'n Zipstriptm Herb Stripper transforms a time-consuming task into a simple pleasure and will quickly become an essential kitchen tool. Herb-lovers might even call it life-changing!

The herb shears have a spring mechanism which makes cutting effortless. Quickly cuts herbs into thin strips (sometimes called chiffonades). Prepare herbs for cooking and create pretty garnishes in seconds with these five-blade herb scissors.

Perfect for harvesting herbs, flowers, fruits and vegetables, as well as light pruning and deadheading. A sliding lock lets you stow them safely. The ergonomic, non-slip grip and narrow, super-sharp blades let you make precision cuts without damaging...

Sweet marjoram grows quickly. Marjoram mixes well with basil in kitchen recipes, so it makes sense to grow it in the same pot with basil. Plant it in pots with basil or other herbs that require lots of sun and well-drained, rich soil.

Pick or prune the stems to two to three pairs of leaves above their bases, and store the leaves you don't use immediately. Common oregano grows in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 4 through 8 and Greek oregano is hardy in USDA zones...

A 2- to 3-inch layer of mulch such as dry grass clippings or chopped pine bark keeps the soil moist and conserves water. Always water parsley immediately after planting, as applying fertilizer to dry soil may scorch the roots.

Sage actively grows during the summer and becomes dormant in cold regions during the winter. This encourages more leaf growth and keeps the volatile oils strong. Continued pruning will cause damage, but an occasional plucking of a few leaves for Thanksgiving...

Drying Lemongrass Stalks and Leaves To dry the stalks or leaves, cut them into pieces while the plant is still fresh, as they can become crumbly and difficult to cut when dry. Freezing Lemongrass Stalks Lemongrass stalks can be frozen whole or in smaller...

Carry a bowl or bag with you to hold the flowers as you collect them.. Depending on the strength of the sun's rays,it will take anywhere from one to three hours for the flowers to dry, possibly longer.

Use a good, sharp pair of scissors and snip off only the youngest, tenderest leaves from the plant. Herbs have a stronger flavor once dried, so realize that when harvesting sage for immediate use, you will need to use about twice as much for a recipe...

The tough, anti-static material won't rot or fade, and grippers on the rubber backing keep it firmly anchored to your floor. And with a nature-inspired honeycomb design to boot — what's not to love?

Only you will know it's hard at work! Eco-friendly — no plastic traps to throw away. Over 6" high! Includes 3 lures. This charming chicken is ready to perch near your fruit bowl or compost crock.

Hard-working and handsome, the tough part is picking a color. Anti-static, won't rot or fade, and grippers on the rubber backing keep it firmly anchored. Give grungy, dirt-crusted or muddy shoes the brush-off — and your freshly cleaned floors a chance...

Its quality is far superior to other models, with tough, fine-weave fiberglass mesh that keeps bugs out, while allowing kids, pets and cool breezes through. For a fraction of the cost of a permanent screen door, this self-closing, Hands-Free Bug Screen...

Anti-static, won't rot or fade, and grippers on the rubber backing keep it firmly anchored. Hard-working and handsome, the toughest job you'll have is picking a color. The raised, grid design grabs muck and grime, while the "water-dam" edge holds up to...

Jade is tough, but can take only its fair share of abuse. Resume your normal feeding and watering schedule thereafter. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations carefully.Flush built-up fertilizer from your jade plant's soil once in the spring and again...

If there is not enough moisture in the air, the entire leaf or just the tips can turn brown. This, too, can help keep the leaves green and healthy. If the plant is not getting enough water, the leaves will wilt, curl and begin to brown from the tips and...

Weakened plants may also produce flowers earlier, which shortens the lifespan.Pruning cilantro clumps gives you a mix of large, mature leaves and small, tender leaves for the kitchen.