Planting Edmonds is a monthly column written by and for local gardeners. The old English ballad Scarborough Fair famously ...

Companion planting helps save space and allows plants to enter mutually beneficial relationships. Pair these herbs together for the best results.

In tight quarters, going vertical by stacking racks on top of each other is a smart way to maximize space. This method lets ...

I grew up and lived in Southern California most of my life, and garden pests were pretty manageable there. We currently live ...

Michigan State researchers delve into light quality and how the light spectrum can be manipulated to regulate growth and ...

The herb thyme has over 300 varieties, many of which have interesting characteristics and scents. Under certain conditions it ...

Water your thyme plant when the top inch of soil feels dry. Overwatering can lead to root problems, so make sure the pot drains well and doesn't hold excess water. Fertilize every two months with ...

It might seem obvious, but it’s crucial to recognize that herbs will dry quicker in a dry environment compared to a cooler, damper one. This can be an easy oversight if the advice we follow comes from ...

If you have a path that's laid with pavers, you can easily achieve this by planting thyme either in the gaps or replacing some of the paving stones with a mass planting of this fragrant herb. Better ...

Have you ever wondered if fresh herbs really make a difference in cooking, or if dried herbs can do the trick just as well? You’re not alone! This age-old debate has left many home cooks wondering ...

A paved path interspersed with thyme and a variety of other herbs - Sergey and Marina Pyataev/Shutterstock ...

Believe it or not, herbs are basil-ically the spice of life! Herbs don't just belong in the kitchen, however; they can also ...