I Grew So Many Herbs...Now What?
STOP AND SMELL THE SCENTED STEMS
First, take a moment to congratulate yourself on your herb harvest! Next, make sure you stop and smell your herbaceous-scented stems.
Did you know that these are five of the most fragrant herbs?
Basil
Mint
Lavender
Lemon Balm
Rosemary
Are you wondering what to do with all the herbs you’ve just grown in your summer garden?
TEA PARTY
Do you have lots of mint or chives? They would be perfect in making cucumber & herb tea sandwiches. The mint would also add a touch of sophistication and flavor for a lovely mint tea. For some great recipe ideas check out The Spruce Eats. You could also use some sprigs of lavender for table decor and that extra aromatic hint of elegance.
AROMATHERAPY FOR KIDS
Lavender has a deep association with calm. What a perfect way to infuse calm and scent into a sensory spa day? Check out Coffee Cups and Crayons for many lavender sensory activities.
LEMON BALM BUG SPRAY
Lemon balm can be used in creating your own natural bug repellant. It contains high levels of citronellal that has that lemon scent I associate with summer citronella candles. Check out Nerdy Farm Wife’s blog for a helpful recipe to make your own lemon balm bug spray.
THE WONDERS OF ROSEMARY
Rosemary is quite versatile and can be a lovely year-round addition to craft and culinary treats. It is also a perfect her to have on hand for DIY holiday gifts or hostess touches.
You can make rosemary-infused olive oil.
Create a rosemary holiday wreath.
Add a sprig of rosemary to a dinner party or wedding place card.
Rosemary and lemon can be for an all-purpose household cleaner.
This luxurious herb also is a great ingredient for making DIY bar soap.
Don’t forget to bring your children or grandchildren in on it. Ask them what the herbs smell like and feel like. If they were to bake something with the herbs, what would they make?
