Linda Parker, Author at Gardening Soul

How to Dry Fresh Lavender at Home (Plus 15 Creative Ways to Use It All Year Long)

Few scents encapsulate the calm, grounding essence of summer quite like fresh lavender (Lavandula angustifolia). When a mature lavender bush erupts into bloom, it

June 30, 2026

Medicinal Plants

4 Reasons To Grow Thyme & 20 Brilliant Ways To Use It

For centuries, thyme (Thymus vulgaris) has been revered as a symbol of courage, a staple of traditional medicine, and an indispensable culinary asset. While

June 29, 2026

Medicinal Plants

15 Drought-Tolerant Plants That Bloom All Summer Long

As summer temperatures climb and rainfall becomes unpredictable, maintaining a lush, colorful garden can feel like an uphill battle. Relying on a constant stream

June 29, 2026

PLANTS

How to Deadhead Petunias Correctly: It All Starts With This Simple Step

Few container plants bring the sheer, explosive color of a healthy petunia basket. In early spring, they look impeccable – a dense dome of

June 29, 2026

Flowers

Red Clover: 15 Amazing Benefits and How to Use This Healing Herb

For centuries, traditional herbalists have looked to the vibrant pink-purple blossoms nodding in open meadows as a cornerstone of wellness. Trifolium pratense, commonly known

June 29, 2026

Medicinal Plants

4 Reasons To Grow Lavender & 20 Brilliant Ways To Use It

Few plants encapsulate the romance, utility, and sensory delight of a sun-drenched garden quite like lavender (Lavandula). A staple of traditional cottage gardens and

June 28, 2026

Medicinal Plants

Deadheading Hydrangeas: The Mistake That Could Cost You Next Year’s Blooms

Hydrangeas produce some of the most spectacular, head-turning blossoms in the summer garden. Whether you grow the massive, cloud-like blue mopheads of classic French

June 28, 2026

GENERAL GARDENING