Harvesting & Preserving - Page 4 of 6

How to Store Sage: Keep Fresh Herbs Flavorful and Ready to Use

by Roxie

Fresh sage sprigs on a rustic wooden kitchen counter prepared for storage next to a glass container and damp paper towel

Learn how to store sage so the fresh herb stays flavorful. Discover practical drying and freezing methods to preserve your cuttings.

How to Store Taters and Potatoes: Pantry and Freezer Guide

by Roxie

Rustic wooden crate filled with harvested and cured potatoes resting on a wooden pantry table

Learn how to store fresh garden taters, cured potatoes, and frozen nuggets. Discover cellar conditions, freezer methods, and crisp reheating techniques.

How to Harvest Sweet Basil for Continuous Growth

by Roxie

Freshly harvested bunch of sweet basil resting on a rustic wooden potting bench in morning sunlight

Learn how to harvest sweet basil leaves so your basil plant stays healthy and productive all season. Follow simple stem-cutting steps and storage tips.

How to Store Marjoram: Fresh and Dried Storage Tips

by Roxie

A small bunch of freshly cut marjoram sprigs on a wooden counter beside an empty storage jar

Learn how to store marjoram fresh, frozen, or dried so it keeps its flavor for weeks or up to a year, plus how to tell when it has gone bad.

How to Harvest Tarragon: Timing, Cuts, and Fresh Flavor

by Roxie

French tarragon plant thriving in a sunny garden bed with garden snips nearby

Learn how to harvest tarragon properly. Discover the best time to pick fresh French tarragon, clean cutting techniques, and tips to encourage lush regrowth.

How to Store Coriander: Keep Fresh Leaves and Cilantro Crisp

by Roxie

Fresh coriander bouquet in a glass water jar and stored sprigs on a kitchen counter

Learn how to store coriander leaves and stems in the fridge or freezer so your fresh cilantro bunch stays crisp, fragrant, and green for weeks.

How to Store Mint: The Best Way to Store Fresh Mint Leaves

by Roxie

Fresh garden mint stems in a glass jar and loose sprigs on a rustic wooden counter

Learn how to properly store fresh mint leaves so they stay fresh for weeks. Discover the best way to store fresh herbs in the refrigerator or freezer.

How to Store Oregano: Ways to Dry, Freeze, and Preserve Oregano Herbs

by Roxie

Fresh Greek oregano sprigs alongside a tied drying bundle, frozen olive oil herb cubes, and a glass jar of dried leaves

Learn how to store oregano after harvest. Discover practical ways to dry, freeze, and refrigerate fresh oregano from your garden to preserve maximum herbal flavor.

How to Store Anise and Star Anise for Lasting Freshness

by Roxie

Whole culinary anise seed in a sealed glass spice jar beside a wooden scoop

Learn how to store anise seed and star anise for lasting flavor, including the best container, pantry conditions, shelf life, and signs they are still good.

How to Harvest Chervil: Timing, Technique, and Storage

by Roxie

A clump of chervil plants with bright green lacy leaves in a kitchen-garden bed at first light

Learn how to harvest chervil at the right time, the cut-and-come-again method that keeps the plant producing, and how to store the leaves for the kitchen.