Spring is the time when most gardens are just coming to life. Seed leaves break the soil barrier, they begin reaching for the sky in a formal introduction to the sun and life begins to explode in the garden. Summer is peak growing season for most gardeners since that warm sun is really pushing those tomatoes, peppers, and other warm loving plants to their max. Autumn though is overlooked for some gardeners, despite the fact that it can be one of the best growing seasons, as well as allowing you... more

Medicinal plants have been used throughout human history, long before drug companies became the main source of medicine. People young and old swear by their healing powers. From Greek physicians to essential-oil loving moms, these nine plants have filled history. Better still, they are easy to grow in your home garden.Aloe VeraAloe veraAloe is one of the oldest plants that was used in traditional medicine, dating back to the Ancient Chinese and Egyptians. It is rumored that both Alexander... more