To repel mosquitoes, rub your skin with lemon-scented herbs, including lemongrass, pictured here, but watch out for allergies. (MATT ROSE, NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune archive) Question: Does ...

These low-growing plants perform many of the same functions as mulch but require far less upkeep once established. They help suppress weeds and retain soil moisture. Choosing perennial varieties ...

It’s an herb that’s well worth your thyme. (Darn. I let one slip in there.) […] Skip to content. All Sections. Subscribe Now. 65°F. Monday, June 30th 2025 e-Edition. Home Page.

People love lemons so much they use them in everything from soft drinks to pies to floor wax. Mother Nature must love lemons, too, because she puts the citrusy flavor and scent into so many things … ...

Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis) and lemon thyme (Thymus citriodorus) are known to ward off felines. Lemon balm is a relatively easy herb to grow, thriving in various conditions.