Gardening for Trees & Plants : Harvesting Herbs

Harvesting herbs from a home garden is easy any time of year, but only one-third of the plant should be harvested at a time unless ...

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🌿 Harvesting herbs should be done by cutting no more than a third of the plant at a time to ensure continuous growth throughout the summer.

🌿 In the fall, herbs that go dormant to the ground, like mint or oregano, can be cut all the way down and they will regrow next year.

🌿 It is best to dry woody herbs by hanging them, while spearmint can be easily dried by placing it on a paper towel or in the microwave.

🌿 Herbs can be used fresh in dishes, teas, or lemonade, providing a year-round supply of flavors.

🌿 The fall is the optimal time to harvest herbs, as they can be dried and stored for use during the winter months.

🌿 Follow the guideline of cutting no more than one third of the plant during the summer and cutting dormant herbs to the ground in the fall to ensure a sustainable herb garden.

🌿 By properly harvesting and storing herbs, you can enjoy their fresh flavors and aromas all year long.

Timestamped Summary

00:00 Yolanda Vanveen introduces the topic of harvesting herbs and the different types that can be grown in a garden.

00:32 Yolanda explains that herbs can be harvested at any time of the year, but cutting the plant all the way down in the middle of summer may cause it to go dormant.

00:55 The trick when harvesting herbs is to try not to cut more than a third of the plant down at one time. This allows the plant to continue growing and producing throughout the summer.

01:25 Yolanda gives an example of how to harvest thyme by cutting off just the tips and not going beyond two-thirds of the plant.

01:54 In the fall, Yolanda recommends majorly trimming back the herbs before it freezes hard. Plants like mint, oregano, and thyme can even be cut all the way to the ground, as they will come back next year.

03:00 Yolanda discusses different methods of drying herbs, including hanging woody plants and using a microwave for softer herbs like spearmint.

04:07 Yolanda explains that herbs can be used fresh or dried, and can be enjoyed year-round in various recipes.

04:40 Yolanda emphasizes that the best time to harvest herbs is in the fall, when they can be chopped all the way to the ground and saved for winter use.

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Q&A

When is the best time to harvest herbs?

You can harvest herbs anytime of the year, but it's best to only cut one third of the plant during the summer and trim them back in the fall before a hard freeze.

How much of the plant should I harvest at one time?

It's best to only harvest one third of the plant at a time during the summer. In the fall, if the plant goes dormant to the ground, you can cut it all the way down.

How should I dry woody herbs?

The best way to dry woody herbs is to hang them upside down to dry.

How should I dry spearmint?

The easiest way to dry spearmint is to place it on a paper towel or newspaper and let it dry naturally, or you can microwave it in short intervals.

How can I use the harvested herbs?

You can use the harvested herbs fresh in dishes, or dry them for later use. They can be used in a variety of recipes and beverages.