The Arimony herb plant has been relied upon for its medicinal value dating all the back to the ancient Greeks. Argimone translated means a plant with healing powers to the eyes. The flowers, leaves and stems are the parts most sought after for medicinal uses.

Beyond the healing powers to eyes, the garden herb is used as a remedy for respiratory problems, joint pains, urinary tract disorders, skin diseases and even as a blood clotting aid.

Dye is made from the roots of the herb. The Arimony herbs popularity and use has declined over the years. Treating Athlete’s feet is an area where the herb is still being used medicinally.

This perennial herb reaches up to 6 1/2 feet tall, with yellow flowers that grow on along spikes.  The plants leaves have little hairs known as burrs that will stick to your fingers when touched. The plant has a strong, sweet fragrance described as antiseptic; this fragrance is enhanced when the plant is crushed or broken.

Planting Arimony
The garden herb Arimony can adapt to variety of soils, but does best in alkaline rich soil with good drainage.  The plant is not drought tolerant and requires regular watering. Neglect in watering Arimony will result in a plant that will not flower.

The plant can grow in partial shade but does best in full sunlight. When growing more than one plant keep them separated by minimum of ten inches. The herb is generally considered pest and disease resistant.

Want to multiply the plants you have in your garden? Just try these two propagating methods.

The first way is through the use of seeds. But you can’t just drop them in the soil expecting satisfactory results.  The seeds must be placed in a moistened growing medium and put in the refrigerator for approximately six weeks. Once the new plants have sprouted, replant then at a depth of ½ an inch in their new garden home.

Root division is the second option for adding new plants to your garden. Spring is the best time to use this method. Why? Because the root system has time to strengthen before winter rolls around where a drop in temperature can damage it.

Growing under an herb garden light is a growing trend for those who grow their own herbs. In order to understand the trend, it is beneficial to know the upsides to growing in such conditions. Purists may say it is wrong to grow in anything other than natural conditions. The question you have to ask yourself is are you worried about how the plant feels, or are you worried more about having a good crop? If the point of gardening for you is to get outside, than growing under lights is not for you. If you simply want a great looking plant you can use, consider artificial lighting options.

Providing consistent light to your plants is a challenge for anyone who grows outdoors. Weather conditions present problems all the time. When growing under an herb garden light, you can control exactly how much light your garden gets every day. You can set a timer in order to turn the light on automatically as well as turn it back off. You can also build a sunscreen into sections of your indoor garden in order to provide indirect light as needed. The high intensity bulbs provide the closest thing to natural light other than the real thing. By being able to control the amount of light your plants get, it is like providing sunny days every day of the year.

With an herb garden light, you can control the type of light your plants are getting. There are different bulbs available which will allow you to control exactly the length of the light waves your herbs are receiving. This is important to give your plants what they are looking for in different growing stages. You can also combine lights in order to get a cross of different wavelengths at once. This is a good transition from one kind of light source to another.

The changing of the seasons brings along cooler temperatures and a change in the quality of light you are receiving. When you use an herb garden light, you will be able to control the quality of light year round. You will not have to worry about whether your plants are getting exactly the kind of light they need to survive or not. They will be receiving the most consistent light possible because you will be able to control it.

No matter what the reason is you are growing indoors, you will enjoy the results you see from using an herb garden light. In order to buy the lighting system you will use, you can visit your local nursery. They should have all the options you need in order to grow the best garden possible. Another option for buying your lighting system to keep in mind is the home improvement store. Many stores have a nursery attached to them, which makes things even easier. Just remember to have fun with growing your herbs. The amount of fun you have in growing your herbs will come through in the way they grow.

Herbs have a long history of use in many ancient cultures, such as Egypt and China. Herbs are referred to in the Bible and many medieval documents indicate that herbs were used by most families.  Herbs are grown for many purposes, not just for flavouring foods and making teas.  Potpourris are made from herbs as well as medicines and pest repellants.  The herbs a gardener chooses can fulfill many of these purposes or be grown for one single purpose.  Herbs are compatible with other plants both indoors and out.

A variety of methods for growing herbs may be chosen.  Many people enjoy growing their herbs indoors in the kitchen where they will make use of them for culinary purposes. A small plot of about four by six feet outdoors will grow an abundance of herbs for a small family.  In addition to being grown for cooking, herbs are appreciated for their fragrant foliage and beautiful flowers.  Herbs are useful both fresh and dried.  You may see fresh herbs garnishing a plate, accenting a salad or giving a little extra flavour to a main dish.

Plants are classed as annuals and perennials.  They may grow as a small plant, a shrub, or a tree.  All herbs like well drained soil.  Heavy or compacted soil can be amended with organic matter.  Herbs do not need a rich soil, so you may omit the fertilizer.  Herbs generally are sun seeking.  A few like full shade, though.  Afternoon shade is alright for herbs usually.  A pleasant surprise is that insects and diseases seldom attack herbs.  An exception is the red spider mite that seeks out low growing plants in dry hot weather and aphids that like certain plants like dill, caraway, anise and fennel.  Mint family herbs are affected by rust.

When growing herbs there is the choice of purchasing ready grown plants or starting directly from seeds.  There is a feeling of pride involved with starting from seeds and nurturing the plants all the way through the full circle, from seed to seedling, plant, mature plant and seed again. It is meaningful to harvest the useful plant parts.

Most herbs can be started from seed.  Late winter is the time to start your herbs in a shallow pot or box.  Soil should not be heavy and it should drain quickly.  Remember that herbs have shallow roots and do not cover them too deeply.  The finer a seed you are sowing the more shallow it needs to be sown.  Spring is the season to transplant the seed. There are a few herbs that should be started directly in the soil because they do not transplant well.  Some of these are dill, anise, fennel and coriander.  Plant them where you would like them to grow in your garden.

Always keep learning as you grow herbs in your home or in your garden.  It is an easy skill but there is always more to know and understand.  Use this article as a starting point and follow through by doing a little more research.  Best of luck in your gardening efforts.

While often planted directly in the ground, herbs can be grown in containers, pots, window boxes or hanging baskets. Growing herbs in pots allows the herb gardener the flexibility of growing herbs year-round and growing the herbs indoors, outdoors, or in a greenhouse. Growing herbs in pots requires the herb gardener to mind the same growing needs for light, soil, pH, fertilizer, water and drainage the herbs would have if sown in the ground.

The proper balance of sunlight, soil and water are essential to all plants. Herbs grown in pots must be matched to their position in sunlight to be certain they get enough sun. Most herbs will need a sunny location and are labeled for partial to full sun. The best spot indoors is a south- or west-facing window. If the sunlight is still not ideal, you can buy special lamps designed for plant growth that give the full spectrum of UV rays needed. Remember to keep a day/night schedule.

To avoid root-rot, you must provide your potted herb with a soil that drains well. A mix of one part per liter or sand to two parts sterilized potting mix will drain just right. Add a teaspoon of lime to the mix for indoor plants, to change the pH the way herbs like it. Place stones or pot shards over the drainage hole, then an inch of gravel at the bottom of the pot. Next place your soil mix and the plant, then layer pebbles across the surface to keep in moisture.

Air circulation around a pot or hanging basket dries the soil quickly, so growing herbs in pots requires the gardener to pay closer attention to watering. If the pot drains properly, the water you put in will seem to all run out as soon as you pour it; what you want is damp soil around the roots of the herb. Mist the pebbles on top of the soil as well to give humidity to the leaves.

Growing herbs in pots allows you the freedom to transport them from one area to another and move them from indoor to outdoor. Annuals are happy indoors all year long, but perennials prefer to be outside during warm weather. Be sure to bring potted herbs indoors before the first frost or they will suffer a loss of foliage. Exceptions to this are tarragon, mint and chives, which will grow fresh leaves after a touch of frost.

While all herbs can be grown in pots, some herbs will adapt to container life better than others. Some herbs are classified as ‘invasive,’ such as mint, and are recommended for containers to prevent garden take-over. Large woody-stemmed herbs like lavender may do better in the ground than in a pot.

Maintenance of your potted herb garden is fairly easy. As the herbs grow, they may need a light feeding of fertilizer or repotting. Check which of your herbs are perennial and remember to move them outdoors in spring and summer. A small pot of cooking herbs on the kitchen windowsill keeps them handy when needed.

Pruning plants encourages new growth, and herbs are no exception. Potted herbs should be kept small and shrubby. Trimming the ends of each branch forces growth to the center of the plant, producing more of the foliage you want from your herb. Harvest often, and give away what you don’t use. Dry some for another time and store it. The possibilities are endless with growing herbs in pots.