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Lemon Verbena leaves have a strong, lasting lemon scent. It is a tender, perennial herb that can flavor marinades, herbal tea, salad dressings, and desserts.

It is possible to keep lemon verbena plants alive in the house over the winter, with these tips.

Sweet almond verbena is a drought tolerant shrub for a southern garden. Perennial verbenas benefit bees and butterflies with fragrant flowers and leaves.

Hoping to spicing up baked goods with aromatic herbs? Wondering what to do with the lavender in your garden? Read on for a flavor profile and uses of five common herbs.

Herbs are a great choice for a novice gardener to grow. They can be virtually problem-free and make anyone feel they have a green thumb!

A tea pot garden is beautiful and utilitarian when grown in containers. Make yourself a great cup of tea by harvesting right outside your back door.

Learn how to use citrus trees and citrus scented herbs such as lemon balm, lime balm and mint to create a citrus theme garden.

Litsea essential oil is a relatively new addition to modern aromatherapy; also known as litsea cubeba or may chang, litsea has properties useful in aromatherapy.

Infusions made from common household spices can alleviate the symptoms of everyday ailments.

Capture the hearts of those dearest to you with an herbal Valentine from the garden.

Béarnaise and hollandaise are two classic sauces that should be in the repertoire of every cook. They make wonderful additions to fish, vegetables, steak, pasta and more.

This flavorful compote puts the season's last stone fruit to memorable use in a project that's perfect for canning or freezing for the next time you need a bite of summer

Drinking herbal teas can benefit health as well as making one feel relaxed and soothed. Herbs can be used fresh or dried and are less expensive than shop bought teas.

Use essential oils, gemstones and meditation on the Goddess Kamala to enhance the energies of love, success and positive relationships during this full moon time.

Learn how-to create a subtly sweet, ricotta style cheesecake, which is enhanced with lemon zest, lemon extract and lemon thyme.

Melissa, also known as Lemon Balm, is frequently adulterated in aromatherapy; however, true Melissa has been used traditionally and therapeutically for centuries.

Some essential oils are photo toxic; defining photo sensitivity and establishing aromatic oils to use with care can help eliminate any potential misuse in aromatherapy.

Avid gardeners may want to eventually start propagating their own plants in order to increase their supply of herbs.

Flavor pairing is the key to free-style cooking. Knowing what works together takes experimentation...and guts. We've done the hard part for you. Now go for it!

Enjoy an evening dedicated to local food and wine pairing with creations from Ontario's top Chefs and vineyards at Sip & Savour in Toronto's Distillery District.

From a last-minute home-made gift to a 150-fragrance strong company - for an example of the American dream then look no further than the Yankee Candle Company.

This warm colada (thickened juice drink) is traditionally consumed in the weeks before All Soul's Day, and uses Andean products such as blueberry, blackberry and corn.

Every so often, the precise herb that is called for in a recipe may not be available. Here is some information on finding an acceptable substitute.

Renowned biologist, eco-psychologists and "green" builders agree that interaction with nature is vital to our wellbeing. Here are simple ways to add nature to each day.

Container gardening is a great way to extend the growing season and add beauty to the landscape. Using containers also controls the spread of aggressive plants.

Aromatherapy is one of the safest therapies for home and personal use. However, it is wise to be aware of certain safety precautions and contraindications to treatments.

Author of Jekka's Complete Herb Book, Jekka McVicar presented a rereleased book on cooking with flowers in 2003. Here's a dip into the coverage and currency of the book.

A great inexpensive last-minute hostess gift is a bouquet from your garden.

Superior Oregano from the Sonoran desert, hand harvested by the Seri people and headed for the new-world, rises above bland supermarket offerings.

A Luxury Travel poll asked what readers would least miss about summer. Most people didn't even want to think about the season's inevitable end.

An indoor herb garden gives you fresh flavor all year long.

At one time, almost every home had a kitchen herb garden.

Many herbs grow well in Texas requiring little maintenance or special care. An herb garden feeds the spirit while the herb leaves and roots enhance the taste of foods.

The pursuit of health is difficult, but staying close to nature is a wise choice. Here are some tips for home-brewing herbal teas with fresh edible plants.

Chapped lips are a curse during the winter. There are some natural remedies that can be used to stop the flaking and burning and a few preventative measures.

There are a number of natural ways a breastfeeding mother experiencing a low milk supply can increase her milk production safely in order to continue nursing her baby.

Many people don't think about having vegetable gardens in their homes. Not only are the plants beautiful, but they provide nourishment and save money.

The translation of the French pot-pourri literally means 'rotted pot', but these bowls of fragrant flowers, petals herbs and spices have been around since medieval times.

Find out how to prepare herb gardens to survive till spring in cold-winter climates.

Lemon Balm, also known as Melissa officinalis, grows well in shade. It is a hardy perennial that can be used to make a calming tea or to add lemon flavor to desserts.

Make the most of that prolific plant and its powers in food, drink and more.

Methods and formulations for creating perfumed herb and spice blends.

Lemon balm might not be the most attractive plant in the kitchen garden, but it certainly is one of the most useful.

Aromatic plants of the same family share not only similar physical characteristics but also similar medicinal properties; many scented plants have therapeutic powers.

Plant these flowers to grow a garden that is deliciously, wonderfully, romantically fragrant, perfumed with floral scent and in bloom all season from spring through fall.

To create a pet-friendly garden, choose non-toxic plants and avoid those that are highly poisonous.

It's easy to preserve the flavors of herbs from your garden now, so that you can savor them in your cooking once the winter frosts set in.

For the gardener or gourmet in your life, prepare a herbal gift basket full of herbal delights that is either made at home or filled with inexpensive purchased treats.

The Chanric Inn breaks the B&B mold with elegant rooms, three-course brunches, concierge service, and couples massage - all in the lush, romantic setting of Napa Valley.

Adding food and drink to any holiday has become a time-honored custom in every corner of the world. But over-indulging can be avoided with a few simple health tips.