The focus is on growing herbs this month in Las Vegas.
Herbs are plants and plant parts that are used in many forms in and around the house. Herbs add taste, fragrance and color to cooking and culinary arts. Traditionally herbs have been used as internal or external medicines for generations and are continually being studied for new cures. Each herb plant has been chosen from the earth’s bounty for one or several properties that have been found to be beneficial for humans.
Sensory gardens full of herb plants are often added to botanical gardens, zoos and other places visited by the public. Everyone can enjoy a sensory garden because of the smells, tastes, textures and colors that herbs provide.
Desert landscapes use herb plants because of their hardiness and drought resistance. Some of the most common ones seen in Las Vegas landscapes are: Lavender, Rosemary, Sage and Salvia. In moist protected places Mint, Parsley, Oregano, Marjoram and Basil will thrive. Dill, garlic and chives add interest and protection in vegetable gardens.
This month public gardening activities abound for gardeners who want to learn more about growing herbs. Even in an apartment a few pots of herbs can be grown to brighten up a room and to add the benefits of aroma therapy by a quick rub on the leaves when passing by.
Every Saturday in May, Linn Mills, Horticulturist for the Springs Preserve will be leading discussions and tours of the Preserve Herb Garden at 1:00 pm. Call: 702-822-7754 for more information
University of Nevada Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners are devoting their time in the month of May to answering questions and providing demonstrations on herb gardening in several locations.
May 5 – Master Gardeners will have an information table at the Monte Carlo Employee Event.
May 7 – Herb Day is an all day event with demonstrations and an information table at St. Rose San Martin located at 8280 West Warm Springs Road
May 14 — A Master Gardeners Information table will be set up at the Green Valley Ranch Neighborhood Forum - Desert Willow Community Center – 2020 West Horizon Ridge Pkwy, Henderson
May 21 – A Master Gardeners Information table will be at the Henderson Shines Recycling Event – Henderson Pavilion – 200 South Green Valley Pkwy from 10 am to 2pm
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