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Easy to Grow Herbs

This is for those that would like to have easy herbs to grow in their gardens, people for example that love gardening but don’t have a green thumb, or for those that simply would like a herb garden but don’t have time to steadily care for them.

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The Prettiest, Easy-to-Grow Blue and Purple Flowers for Your Garden

If you’re worried and frustrated try for five minutes, to concentrate on the movement of one blue flower in the wind. See what a soothing effect it has on your mood and negative, oppressive energies.

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Tea Party Ideas

Whether you are young or old, an afternoon tea is a great way to catch up with friends, relax for a few minutes in the middle of a hectic day, or simply warm and cheer yourself up. But don’t grab your tea on the run, that’s no fun! Invite people over specially for tea, bring out the delicate china, and dress it up with cakes and tarts. Here are some ideas for fun tea parties.

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Gardening with Long Term Herbs

Explaining why people should use herbs in their gardens and the benefits. Also my floral photography, description,harvesting and uses for long term herbs that will last from year to year.

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Garden Pests: The Rosemary Leaf Beetle

The Rosemary Leaf Beetle, if left to its own devices, can be highly destructive in many herb varieties. It’s lifecycle is quick, but there are ways to get rid of this garden pest.

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Gardening Advice: Common Planting Mistakes

All kinds of conditions can affect the success of your garden. Read these tips BEFORE planting, to avoid hassles later in the season.

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Diary of a French B & B: Week Two

Preparations continue to prepare for guests. Spring time means the house and gardens need to wake up and prepare for the impact of summer and the visitors it should bring.

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Find a Place for Some Herbs in Your Garden

Herbs can be an added bonus in your cooking, and some have healing tendencies too.

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Creating a Beautiful Garden

I have always loved gardening. I grew up watching my mom plant flowers, and listening to Mom and Grandma talk about their gardens.

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Herbal Tips for a Freshly-scented Home

Houses that are kept closed up all season, whether for heating or cooling purposes, can begin to smell stale very quickly. Here are some tips for freshening up your home with natural scents.