Bee Garden Think about gardening for pollinator bees such as red mason bees, blue orchard bees, and bumble bees. Aromatic herbs such as anise hyssop, basil, bee balm, lavender, marjoram, rosemary, sage, and thyme; bitter herbs such as rue, southernwood, and wormwood; and nectar-rich herbs such as borage and mint attract pollinator bees. The list […]
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Simple Syrup
Simple Syrup 1 c water 2 c sugar 2 T dried herbs or 3-4 T fresh herbs Combine water and sugar. Bring to a boil and boil for 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in […]
Herbal Ice Cubes
Herbal Ice Cubes 1 quart water 2 c solidly packed fresh herb leaves or flowers Bring water to a boil. Add herbs and cover. Remove from heat and let steep for about 30 minutes, or until room temperature. Strain herbs and pour infusion […]
The Beauty of the Bees
Plant aromatic herbs whose flowers attract pollinator bees such as red mason bees, blue orchard bees, and bumble bees. anise hyssop (Agastache foeniculum) basil (Ocimum basilicum) bee balm (Monarda didyma) borage (Borago officianalis) catmint (Nepeta) catnip (Nepeta cataria) chives (Allium schoenoprasum) comfrey (Spymphytum officianale) lavender (Lavendula angustifolia) marjoram (Origanum vulgare) mints (Mentha) lemon thyme (Thymus […]