Growing Herbs

Whether you plan on growing herbs indoors or growing herbs outdoors, these tips will help you grow better basil, cilantro and garlic to keep you and your family in constant supply. Learn when to plant herb seeds, how to care for your herbs and when to harvest your herbs. Take a look at my companion planting chart for herbs and vegetables commonly grown in Canada's zone 3 climate.

Winter Sowing in Zones 3 & 4

Find out how to winter sow seeds in milk jugs or other containers. Included is a winter sowing seed list.

When to Start Seeds Indoors - With Free Printable Seeding Guide

Free printable guide with ideal dates for when to start seeds indoors in Alberta and other zone 3 garden climates.

How to Grow Cilantro From Seed

A detailed guide on growing cilantro from seed in a pot or outdoors in your garden, succession planting cilantro and best companion plants.

How to Grow Plants From Seeds - A Step by Step Guide

Find your step by step guide with all you need to know about how to grow plants from seed indoors.

Companion Planting Chart - With Free Printable

FREE printable companion planting chart perfect for vegetable gardens in Canada, including companion herbs and flowers.

Growing Garlic in Alberta

A guide to buying, planting, growing and harvesting garlic in zone 3 Alberta including when to harvest garlic scapes and curing garlic.

How to Grow Basil from Seed

Find out how to grow basil from seed in a pot indoors or outside as well as how to grow basil from cuttings and tips on how to water basil.