I’ll never forget the first time I tried growing chives from cuttings. It was a cloudy spring morning, and I was sipping coffee by the kitchen window, staring at a sad little bunch of leftover chives in a glass of water. Rather than toss them in the compost, I decided to give them a second […] More
Stevia might just be one of the most rewarding herbs I’ve ever grown. Known for its natural sweetness, stevia (Stevia rebaudiana) is a fantastic sugar substitute, and it’s surprisingly easy to grow at home—especially from cuttings. When I started growing stevia, I was curious if the leaves would really taste sweet straight off the plant. […] More
Tarragon was one of the first herbs I truly struggled with—but once I learned how to grow it from cuttings instead of seeds, everything changed. Unlike many herbs, tarragon (especially French tarragon) doesn’t grow reliably from seed. In fact, most French tarragon plants are sterile, which means propagation from cuttings is the best and most […] More
If you’ve never grown marjoram before, you’re in for a treat. This soft, sweet herb is one of my favorite additions to the garden—and the kitchen. With its delicate flavor somewhere between oregano and thyme, marjoram adds a subtle, floral earthiness to soups, stews, and roasted vegetables. And like many Mediterranean herbs, marjoram is wonderfully […] More
Of all the herbs I grow, lemon balm holds a special place in my garden—and in my heart. Its crisp lemony scent instantly lifts my mood, and I love using it in teas, infused waters, or simply brushing against it as I walk by. The best part? Growing lemon balm from cuttings is almost effortless. […] More
Mint is one of the first herbs I ever tried propagating from cuttings—and to this day, it’s still one of the easiest and most rewarding gardening experiences I’ve had. I remember snipping a few stems from a friend’s lush patch of spearmint and hoping I wouldn’t kill them. To my surprise, those simple cuttings not […] More
Azaleas have always held a special place in my garden. Their vibrant blooms, lush foliage, and graceful branching habit make them one of my favorite shrubs. For years, I relied on buying young azaleas from nurseries, but once I discovered how to grow azaleas from cuttings, my gardening experience changed entirely. It’s an affordable, satisfying […] More
Butterfly bushes, or Buddleia, are an irresistible addition to any garden, attracting not only butterflies but also hummingbirds and bees. Their vibrant, cone-shaped flowers in shades of purple, pink, and white bloom all summer long, adding both beauty and life to the garden. For years, I admired these plants from afar, but once I learned […] More