Growing rosemary October 2021 Rosemary is an incredibly versatile and beautiful plant, writes Penny Woodward. It attracts birds and insects, flowers in winter and lifts the spirit if drunk as a tea.
Top herbs for pots August 2021 Having fresh herbs at your doorstep saves money and adds flavour and diversity to your cooking, and Penny Woodward has some tips to get you started.
Unusual herbs to grow now September 2020 Sweet cecily and summer savory are just two flavourful culinary herbs you can easily grow in your own garden.
Drought-tolerant herbs to grow November 2018 Dryness intensifies the scent and flavour of these herbs, explains Penny Woodward.
Smell the lavender October 2018 Find the right lavender, says Penny Woodward, to use for its calming and relaxing effects.
Shungiku (chop suey greens) June 2018 Have you tried this interesting, flavoursome and nutritious plant, asks Penny Woodward.
Edible and useful salvias July 2017 Volatile oils in the leaves give salvias their scent and flavour explains Penny Woodward.
Discovering native herbs April 2017 Karen Sutherland investigates the unique flavours and aromas of many little-known native herbs.
Savoury sage January 2017 Sage advice: used in medicine and cooking, it's well worth a grow in your garden says PENNY WOODWARD.
The best of basil November 2016 There's more than one basil for your kitchen garden, writes PENNY WOODWARD.