Tropicalia yard art: Hurricane-proof herb garden - The News-Press

Tropicalia yard art: Hurricane-proof herb gardenThe News-PressDetails: Mary Akerly had six herb pots on a metal rack that would blow over periodically. So Bill set out to build this garden, using perforated half blocks ...and more »

Saving the healing herbs of the bayou - Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles TimesSaving the healing herbs of the bayouLos Angeles TimesJason Pitre grew up hearing stories of how his great-grandfather healed babies on the cusp of death using herbs and plants found along Louisiana's bayous. ...

Lawmaker considers bill to regulate sales of herb with marijuana-like effects - East Valley Tribune

Lawmaker considers bill to regulate sales of herb with marijuana-like effectsEast Valley TribuneAs an emergency room doctor tried to figure out what was wrong, the man's friends showed a package of herbs clearly marked “not for human consumption. ...

Roasted Potato Salad with Garden Herb Dressing - Detroit Free Press

Roasted Potato Salad with Garden Herb DressingDetroit Free PressFold in the fresh herbs. Taste and adjust seasonings. Add to the potatoes and mix throughly. Serve or cover and chill before serving. ...and more »

Out in the Garden: Creating herb gardens - News 8 Austin

News 8 AustinOut in the Garden: Creating herb gardensNews 8 AustinDonna Friedrack with the Zilker Botanical Garden spoke with Judith Kraft, a member of the Austin Herb Society, about creating herb gardens. ...

Saving the healing herbs of the bayou

Much of the land of the native Houma people is now underwater, and after the oil spill, one healer's great-grandson fears that the traditional plants once used to save the ill will soon be lost too. Jason Pitre grew up hearing stories of how his great-grandfather healed babies on the cusp of death using herbs and plants found along Louisiana's bayous. The tribal healer, or traiteur , was known ...

Biblical herbs sprout inspiration for guide to heaven-sent meals

When Annunciation Byzantine Catholic Church in Homer Glen opened 10 years ago, Carleen Villasenor planted a biblical herb garden on its 10-acre property that includes native plants and grasses.As the garden grew, her fellow church members asked Villasenor for practical ways to use those herbs. Because of the many requests she received, Villasenor thought, "Maybe I should write a book."She did ...

Herbs for life

Kenmore Mercy uses grant to start sustainable rooftop garden.

Out in the Garden: Creating herb gardens

Native Texas herbs are easy to grow in Austin and Central Texas. They also add a sensory dimension to your landscape.

Fresh herbs make sweet and sophisticated ice cream

When fresh herbs collide with ice cream, great things happen. So why let scoop shops have all the fun? Check out FOODday's tips and recipes for churning up delicious batches of herb-infused ice cream at home.