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Don’t Let Your Herbs Bolt—Pinching Tricks to Keep Cilantro and Basil Going

May 31, 2026 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

Don’t Let Your Herbs Bolt—Pinching Tricks to Keep Cilantro and Basil Going

Fresh herbs can turn a simple meal into something unforgettable, but cilantro and basil often sprint to seed before gardeners enjoy a steady harvest. One week the leaves look lush and fragrant, and the next week tall stems shoot upward with flowers stealing energy from leaf production. Heat, long daylight hours, and inconsistent harvesting habits…

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Filed Under: garden tips Tagged With: basil care, cilantro care, container gardening, gardening, Herb Gardening Tips, herbs, Home Gardening, plant care, Vegetable Garden

12 Herbs That Thrive in Cooler Temperatures

October 3, 2025 by Brandon Marcus Leave a Comment

Some herbs thrive in cooler temperatures.

Most people assume gardening season ends when the weather cools down, but here’s a secret: herbs love a chill. While some plants wilt at the first sign of a breeze, others come alive when the temperatures dip. Cooler weather herbs are hardy, flavorful, and often easier to manage because they don’t bolt, scorch, or demand…

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Filed Under: plant growth Tagged With: chives, cilantro, cold weather, cool weather, cooler temperatures, dill, DIY Herb Garden, easy herb gardening tips, fennel, Growing Herbs Indoors, growing herbs on a balcony, Herb Garden Essentials, Herb Gardening Tips, herbs, lemon balm, mint, oregano, parsley, rosemary, sage, tarragon, thyme

From Basil to Thyme: How to Create the Perfect Indoor Herb Garden

October 8, 2024 by Vanessa Bermudez Leave a Comment

From Basil to Thyme How to Create the Perfect Indoor Herb Garden

If you’re looking to bring some fresh, homegrown herbs into your kitchen, an indoor herb garden is the perfect solution. Not only does it add greenery to your home, but it also provides you with fresh flavors at your fingertips. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a complete beginner, creating an indoor herb garden can…

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Garlic Goes in the Ground This Fall, But Timing It Wrong Can Ruin Next Year’s Harvest

Garlic Goes in the Ground This Fall, But Timing It Wrong Can Ruin Next Year’s Harvest

Garlic belongs in the fall garden, but the calendar matters more than many gardeners realize. Plant too early and the cloves can push up tender growth before winter, while planting too late can leave them scrambling to build the root system they need. That makes garlic a little different from the vegetables that demand attention…

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The Garden Center Wants You to Fertilize Before Winter — Your Plants May Not Need It

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