10 Herbs You Cant Live Without

I was going through some old things I'd written on my website and I'll be sharing them through the days until I no longer have writers block. Here is installment #1:

10 Herbs You Cant Live Without

Mint: Can you believe there are over 500 cultivars of this wonderful plant? Uses are medicinal, for teas, potpourris, and even baking, to name a few. With so many flavors and uses everyone should at least find one they like.

Basil: The King of Herbs. This plant guards temples, lives in England, Thailand, Japan, and definitely it is loved in America. It is a must for Italian dishes, it has even found itself in desserts.

Chives: Smaller cousin to garlic and onions, it was used to give energy to the builders of the Pyramids in Egypt. You can use it in salads, as a garnish, or anytime you need an energy rush.

Garlic: Yes, garlic is considered an herb. It was also given to the pyramids' builders. It is a great thing to take when you feel a cold coming on. Garlic is also a good antioxidant. For a toothache people would put garlic in their shoe or tied to the opposite side's wrist. Since the oils are absorbed through the skin, this makes sense. (My Husband tried it and it helped him, surprisingly enough.) It can also be taken as a natural depression fighter, and yes it works for that also.

Parsley: For all those avid garlic eaters. It is mainly used as a garnish. It's there for a reason, just one sprig will kill any bad breath you have especially garlic breath. It is used in Salsa for that and other reasons, also.

Thyme: This tiny plant can be used in anything, from desserts, to main dishes, to teas. It is also used for medicinal purposes. Thymol is a great disinfectant, also.

Rosemary: I love this plant it needs a lot of light to survive though, not a candidate for inside culture, unless you can supplement it's light. In some parts of the country it is imperative that you bring it inside in the winter. It is better to grow it as an annual in those parts. Use a sprig for a BBQ brush, or skewer for shish kabobs.

Lemon Balm: The bee herb. This is the best plant if you need pollinators in your yard. Great in teas, and cakes also. It comes in lime flavor, variegated green and gold, and all gold colors also. If you want a wonderful shine on your wood, rub some lemon balm leaves on it.

Lavender: A wonderful plant for potpourri, bath time, and also crafts. You can also cook with it. This is also an outside plant.

Hot Peppers: Yes, hot peppers, The hotter the better to fight the nasty cold bug. Have you ever wondered why the Hispanics are never sick, probably because of the hot, hot food. And all peppers are edible. Peppers, like tomatoes are also perennials if kept in good light and out of frost.

He causeth the grass to grow for the cattle, and the herb for the service of man: that he may bring forth food out of the earth; Psalms 104:14