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Farmhouse Grilled Shrimp and Rice Noodles with Cilantro, Thai Basil, Lemon Basil, and Spearmint
Dish: Grilled Shrimp and Rice Noodles vegetables and tangerines, citrus, herb and fish sauce vinaigrette For Base Sauce/ Marinade Ingredients:...
Farmhouse Chimichurri
½ cup Thyme, finely chopped ¼ cup Sage, finely chopped 1 TBS Rosemary, finely chopped 4 cloves Garlic minced 1...
The Uptown Girl
2023 Rose of the Year
Purchase Uptown Girl Rose Introduction As a gardener, you are always on the lookout for the perfect plant to adorn...
Your Guide To Mexican Peppers
Mexican peppers are some of the most amazing chili peppers in the world. They are renowned for their rich and...
Meet The Leysa: Sweetest Pepper in the World
The Leysa pepper, considered the sweetest pepper in the world, is a cultivated variety, known for its delicious flavor and...
Understanding The Pepper Scoville Heat Scale
Pepper Scoville Heat Scale is a quantitative measure of the pungency or spiciness of chili peppers, as well as other...
What Are The Best Peppers to Grow in Southern California?
When it comes to peppers, Southern California offers a favorable climate for growing a variety of different types. Peppers are...
Spice Up Your Garden With Our Guide to Growing Peppers
Peppers are some of the easiest vegetables to grow, so we always recommend growing them if you’re a beginner looking...
Hopping into Easter: A Guide to Decorating
Your Home for a
Festive Celebration
Easter is a time for celebrating new beginnings, and what better way to do so than to spruce up your...
Kuku Sabzi: Persian Herb Frittata
This recipe is a great solution to those fresh herbs wilting in your fridge. And you can certainly throw in...
Sabzi Polo:
Persian Herbed Rice
Sabzi polo is made with basmati rice and layers of fresh herbs, but what is most coveted is the tahdig...
German Green Sauce Recipe Made with Unique Herbs
In Germany green sauce is known as Frankfurter Grüne Soße. It is a traditional dish in Frankfurt and Hessen. The...
The Cool Cousins of the Herbs You Think You Know
Source: Wikimedia Commons via Google Images As hints of spring start to appear, those of us who love to garden...
Basil Beyond Pesto
Source: Rawpixel via Google Images I love a rich basil pesto. That creamy mix of brilliant green leaves, garlic, toasted...
Farmhouse Gazpacho Recipe
Ingredients - 4 ripe beefsteak type tomatoes- about 2 lbs, remove stem and cut into quarters - 1 red bell...
Choosing The Perfect Hydrangea Cultivar
I was in Japan the first time I noticed hydrangeas. This was not the first time I saw them but...
Exploring the Best of Southern California's Native Plants
Southern California is known for its diverse and unique plant life, with a variety of native species found throughout the...
Sun-Kissed Basil: The Top Varieties for Southern California Gardens
Basil is a popular herb that is used in many different types of cuisine, including Italian, Thai, and Indian. It...
Spring into Gardening: The Best Plants to Plant this Spring
Spring is the perfect time to plant a variety of plants that thrive in the warm weather and moist soil....
Nurturing Nature: Understanding the Significance of Spring Planting
Spring is an important time for planting for a number of reasons. After a long winter, the arrival of spring...