I’m introducing a new series called the Creative DIY Team today. The participating bloggers are:
Cristina (Remodelando la Casa)
Susan (Love Of Home)
Cassie (Primitive & Proper)
And me of course!
Each month we will be tackling a project to show you. This month’s project is herbs.
Every year I grow many herbs. I’ve been an herb enthusiast since the early nineties. There are so many uses for herbs. And not just cooking!
Here’s a little herb fairy garden I created recently.
This is mint, which is great in iced tea. There are many forms of mint, even chocolate. Which I have around here growing somewhere!
Lemon balm was one of my first herbs to come up this spring. It is very hardy! And I’ve already had to cut it back several times.
The lavender below is about to bloom.
I like to mix herbs with flowers and other plants in my containers.
If you haven’t grown herbs in your garden, you should give them a try. Insects don’t much care for them because of their strong scent, which is always a plus.
Most of the ones I have came back up in my container gardens from last year and the year before.
Here’s a look at what you’ll find when you visit the others…
Love your project Brenda!
I love the wonderful smell of herbs Brenda..your little herb fairy garden is sweet..I think I will try one!
I have not grown a lot of herbs in the past…but I've grown lavender, spearmint and basil. ( not alot of space here so a wee bit of this and that each year 🙂
I have not grown a lot of herbs in the past…but I've grown lavender, spearmint and basil. ( not alot of space here so a wee bit of this and that each year 🙂
Brenda,
Is that a little fountain in the background?
Bobbie
Beautiful…
Love a herb garden.. We have our vegetable garden started. Enjoying it so much..Have fun.
That's fantastic Brenda! Herb water is great too. I love fresh herbs. Just wish I didn't kill them so quickly.
Brenda, I have no luck growing Lavender, please give me hints. When I buy plants and plant them in the ground, they start to die. Should I only plant them in pots so I can move them around to get the right spot of sunshine, or what? I have tried Lavender so many times over the years, to no avail. Your Lavender looks so healthy! Did it come up from last year? Thanks for your help.
My lavender didn't come back up from last year. My lavender this year is in the raised garden bed.
Hi Brenda, I also love herbs and grow many kinds. I cook everyday with them, I have to say Mint and Basil are my favorites. I mix them in with flowering plants at a garden that is close to my kitchen so I can snip them as I need them. Yours look great, your right about the mint in tea we make it everyday! Happy Gardening to you [email protected] Sweet Tea N' Salty Air
Great idea, I have many herbs in my garden and I especially fond of lemon Thyme!
Fun! I need to get mine planted! I love your idea for planting flowers with the herbs in containers!
What a great idea. I have herbs in my garden and several new plants ready for my planters.
Brenda, I am such a fan of herbs. I have grown them for many years, mainly in pots! But last year with a new garden space installed, I was able to plant many into the ground! I love to cook with them, but I also just love to brush against them to smell the lovely fragrances they give off. How do you use your lemon balm? Mine came back really well from last year! Pam @ Everyday Living
What a great idea. I have herbs in my garden and several new plants ready for my planters.
I love your patio. All your plants are just gorgeous.
The only herbs that survive the winters are sage and chives. I live in zone 6, forget if it's 6a or 6b.
I always buy a couple of different mints and a stevia plant for my deck. I love to go out there and eat a stevia leaf along with a bunch of mint leaves. It tastes just like minty chewing gum.
What a great idea. Love your patio.
I plant herbs in planters on the deck where we like to sit in the evening. They help keep the little flying bugs away from us. There are lists on pinterest (in my garden pins) that list what helps keep what away. I love your patio. Have a great day!
Love the herbs and will start some soon. Moving my Mom this weekend has taken all my time.
I haven't tried lemon balm, gotta put it on my list. The herb fairy garden is so very charming, the perfect way to start growing herbs. Happy to be gardening with you Brenda!
that is so cute, brenda! i love the bird and stones, and you have the right mix of herbs to create great texture!