Drying, Freezing, Storing and Using Herbs

Fresh garden herbs can easily be air dried, to preserve their flavor and quality. Air drying herbs is not only the easiest and least expensive way to dry fresh herbs, but this slow drying process also doesn't deplete the herbs of their oils. Here are some simple steps for air drying herbs.

Freezing is a quick and easy way to preserve fresh garden herbs. We usually think of drying herbs to keep them, but many herbs, like basil, mint and chives, don't dry easily. Freezing these herbs will preserve their garden fresh flavor for months. Here are some simple steps for air drying herbs.

See first hand how to keep your herbs throughout the year, by freezing and drying them fresh from the garden.

When is it time to dig and harvest your garlic? Once the tops of your garlic plants start to die back, you know it’s time to harvest. Here’s how to be sure your garlic is ready to dig and how to dry and store it for keeping.

Gardeners love to show off their gardens. We also love to share them and there seems no end to the gifts we can create with our bounty. Here are 12 quick and easy gifts made from the garden that your friends will love to receive.