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Can You Use Pruned Herb Stems to Start Free New Plants?

August 4, 2026 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

Can You Use Pruned Herb Stems to Start Free New Plants?

Fresh herbs already save money in the kitchen, but those trimmed stems can stretch a garden budget even further. Many common culinary herbs grow into entirely new plants from healthy cuttings, turning routine pruning into one of the easiest gardening tricks around. A handful of stems, a glass of water, and a little patience often…

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Grow Your Own Medicine Cabinet: Affordable Herbs to Plant This Summer

May 30, 2026 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

Grow Your Own Medicine Cabinet: Affordable Herbs to Plant This Summer

Grocery prices keep climbing, cold and flu season never seems far away, and many households now search for practical ways to cut costs while staying healthy. A small herb garden can help tackle both problems at once because several common medicinal herbs grow quickly, require little space, and cost far less than store-bought supplements or…

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