Spicy plants in the rock garden. Alpine hill of medicinal herbs

Many today arrange for suburban area Alpine hill is beautiful and prestigious. We propose to create a rock garden from medicinal plants that will not only please the eye, but also provide quick help with various summer ailments.

You need large stones to decorate the composition, as well as the alternation of plants that bloom in spring with those that bloom in summer and autumn. It is very important to combine low creeping landings at the edges with high and lush closer to the center. Therefore, along the edge of an alpine hill, it is good to plant creeping thyme - an evergreen branching shrub with thin woody stems ending with recumbent shoots.
Flowering shoots of thyme in July-August are decorated with small pinkish-lilac flowers. It is sown with seeds in spring or in August, and it is possible before winter in a sunny, dry place. In the first year, small green twigs will appear that require regular watering. They need to be pinned to the ground and sprinkled with earth. So the bushes will grow better, gradually forming a thick elegant rug. You can purchase perennials from a nursery or transplant from nature. Sprigs of thyme brewed with boiling water will help you with upset and bloating, a decoction will relieve coughs and colds, relieve inflammation and itching of the skin. Since ancient times, dried thyme has been added to fatty foods to improve its absorption.
Part of the border can be represented by daisies - perennial plants that form a dense green edge. From April to July, daisies will delight you with white or red basket flowers. Plants are easy to root by dividing the bushes of the purchased seedlings into 2-3 parts. It is better to plant them after 15-20 cm. The leaves of daisies have anti-inflammatory and bactericidal effects, so they can be applied to wounds and cuts, chewed with inflammation of the gums. spring fresh leaves added to salad to support the body during beriberi. A good addition to the border will be the caustic stonecrop - a low perennial with a thin creeping rhizome and numerous stems covered with small thick leaves.
From June to September it appears yellow flowers with sharp petals that successfully complement color scheme alpine hills at a time when many other plants have already faded. Stonecrop is propagated by dividing bushes and pieces of stems that can be planted directly into the ground. He loves sunny places with dry loose soil. Fresh stonecrop juice can be used to wipe age spots, it helps to reduce calluses and warts. However, do not take the juice inside - it is very poisonous. You can also plant a fragrant violet along the edge -perennial with a creeping root. She has beautiful rosettes of leaves and flowers of purple, pink, white color. Violet loves the morning rays of the sun, loose moist soil. A decoction of flowers, leaves and rhizomes of violets is good for coughing, and the juice contains bactericidal substances and is used for dermatitis.
The second row of the rock garden can be represented by already taller plants, for example, thick-leaved bergenia. Its lush rosettes of rounded, heart-shaped leaves will delight the eye from early spring until the first snow. At the very beginning of spring, flat inflorescences will appear on long pinkish leafless shoots, decorated with small pink flowers. Badan can be planted with both seeds and segments of rhizomes. It is extremely winter-hardy, it is not for nothing that it comes from Siberia. Badan is undemanding to soil and humidity, but loves the sun - it needs to be under direct rays at least 2-3 hours a day. In Tibetan and folk Russian medicine, the rhizome of bergenia is extremely valued - it is able to lower blood pressure, strengthen the walls of blood vessels. A decoction of the rhizome is used for inflammatory processes on the skin and mucous membranes, they are gargled with sore throat, stomatitis. And tea from bergenia leaves (it is better to take black-brown ones that overwintered on a plant under the snow) also perfectly cleanses the kidneys.
Looks great in the second "ring" of plants and girlish feverfew. It is sown with seeds for seedlings, and then planted in the ground, where the plant exists for 3-4 years, then it needs to be replaced. Feverfew prefers sunny, warm places with loose, slightly alkaline soil. All types of pyrethrum have the ability to repel insects, which will undoubtedly come in handy on garden plot. And a decoction of the flowers of pyrethrum maiden, which must be collected at the beginning of flowering, is a remedy for headaches recognized in Europe.
In the center of the alpine slide, plant fairly tall plants, such as sandy immortelle. This is a perennial herbaceous shrub with white pubescence and with basket inflorescences, which have a dark yellow involucre and lighter flowers. Dozens of baskets are collected in inflorescences resembling an inverted rowan brush. Immortelle is planted with seeds (they can even be taken from a pharmacy bag) in a sunny place with dry loose soil, cleared of weeds. Seeds are simply scattered on the ground, not buried in the soil. Water abundantly for germination. You can transplant a piece of immortelle rhizome from nature - in early spring or in August, removing all flowering stems. A decoction of immortelle flowers, collected at the beginning of flowering, has a powerful choleretic effect and is indispensable for liver diseases. It is appropriate at the top of the hill and oregano is a perennial herbaceous plant with dense dense bushes and white, purple, pink inflorescences. Oregano loves sunny places, light soils, propagated by seeds and dividing the bush - it is better to do this in early May. Oregano tea improves bowel function, enhances the formation of bile, has a diaphoretic and calming effect. It has a particularly beneficial effect on the female body.
Stonecrop will also serve as a wonderful decoration for the upper part of the rock garden. magnificent -plant about 50 cm tall with wide bright crimson inflorescences and fleshy serrated leaves, which has the same properties as stonecrop. It propagates by pieces of stems that can be planted directly into the ground. Likes sunny places with dry soil. Spectacular inflorescences appear in September and delight the eye until frost.

Our grandmothers, growing strawberries, or strawberries, as we used to call them, were not particularly worried about mulching. But today this agricultural practice has become fundamental in achieving High Quality berries and reduce crop losses. Some might say it's troublesome. But practice shows that labor costs in this case pay off handsomely. In this article, we invite you to get acquainted with the nine the best materials for mulching garden strawberries.

Succulents are very versatile. Despite the fact that “kids” have always been considered more fashionable, the assortment of succulents with which you can decorate modern interior, it is worth taking a closer look. After all, colors, sizes, patterns, degree of pricklyness, influence on the interior are just a few of the parameters by which you can choose them. In this article we will talk about the five most fashionable succulents that miraculously transform modern interiors.

Mint was used by the Egyptians as far back as 1.5 thousand years BC. It has a strong aroma due to the high content of various essential oils with high volatility. Today, mint is used in medicine, perfumery, cosmetology, winemaking, cooking, ornamental gardening, and the confectionery industry. In this article, we will look at the most interesting varieties mint, and also talk about the features of growing this plant in the open field.

People began to grow crocuses 500 years before the advent of our era. Although the presence of these flowers in the garden is fleeting, we always look forward to the return of the heralds of spring next year. Crocuses - one of the earliest primroses, whose flowering begins as soon as the snow melts. However, the timing of flowering may vary depending on the species and varieties. This article focuses on the earliest varieties of crocuses that bloom in late March and early April.

Shchi from early young cabbage in beef broth is hearty, fragrant and easy to prepare. In this recipe, you will learn how to cook delicious beef broth and cook light cabbage soup with this broth. early cabbage it cooks quickly, so it is put into the pan at the same time as the rest of the vegetables, unlike autumn cabbage, which takes a little longer to cook. Ready cabbage soup can be stored in the refrigerator for several days. Real cabbage soup is tastier than freshly cooked.

Blueberries - a rare promising berry culture in the gardens. Blueberries are a source of biologically active substances and vitamins, have antiscorbutic, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, tonic properties. Berries contain vitamins C, E, A, flavonoids, anthocyanins, trace elements - zinc, selenium, copper, manganese, as well as plant hormones - phytoestrogens. The taste of blueberries resembles a mixture of grapes and blueberries.

Looking at the variety of varieties of tomatoes, it is difficult not to get confused - the choice is very wide today. Even experienced gardeners he is annoying sometimes! However, it is not so difficult to understand the basics of selecting varieties “for yourself”. The main thing is to understand the peculiarities of culture and start experimenting. One of the easiest tomato groups to grow are varieties and hybrids with limited growth. They have always been appreciated by those gardeners who do not have much time and energy to care for the beds.

Once very popular under the name of room nettle, and then forgotten by everyone, coleuses today are one of the brightest garden and indoor plants. They are not in vain considered stars of the first magnitude for those who are looking primarily for non-standard colors. Easy to grow, but not so undemanding as to suit everyone, coleus require constant supervision. But if you take care of them, bushes of velvety unique leaves will easily outshine any competitor.

Salmon backbone baked in Provence herbs is a "supplier" of delicious pieces of fish pulp for light salad with fresh wild garlic leaves. The mushrooms are lightly fried olive oil and then drizzle with apple cider vinegar. Such mushrooms are tastier than ordinary pickled ones, and they are better suited for baked fish. Ramson and fresh dill coexist perfectly in one salad, emphasizing the flavor of each other. Garlic sharpness of wild garlic will saturate both the flesh of salmon and pieces of mushrooms.

Conifer tree or a shrub on the site is always great, and a lot of conifers is even better. Emerald needles of various shades decorate the garden at any time of the year, and phytoncides and essential oils secreted by plants not only flavor, but also make the air cleaner. Generally, most zoned adults coniferous plants, are considered very unpretentious trees and shrubs. But young seedlings are much more capricious and require competent care and attention.

Sakura is most often associated with Japan and its culture. Picnics in the shade flowering trees have long become an integral attribute of the meeting of spring in the Country rising sun. Financial and academic year here begins on April 1, when the magnificent sakura blossoms. Therefore, many significant moments in the life of the Japanese pass under the sign of their flowering. But sakura also grows well in cooler regions - certain types can be successfully grown even in Siberia.

It is very interesting for me to analyze how people's tastes and preferences for certain foods have changed over the centuries. What was once considered tasty and traded lost its value over time and, conversely, new fruit crops conquered their markets. Quince has been cultivated for more than 4 thousand years! And even in the 1st century BC. e. about 6 varieties of quince were known and even then the methods of its reproduction and cultivation were described.

Make your family happy and make themed Easter egg-shaped cottage cheese cookies! Your children will be happy to take part in the process - they will sift the flour, combine all the necessary ingredients, knead the dough and cut out intricate figures. Then they will watch with admiration as the pieces of dough turn into real ones. Easter eggs, and then with the same enthusiasm they will eat them with milk or tea. How to make such original cookies for Easter, read in our step by step recipe!

There are not so many decorative and deciduous favorites among tuberous crops. And the caladium is a true star among the variegated inhabitants of the interiors. Not everyone can decide to start a Caladium. This plant is demanding, and first of all - to care. But still, the rumors about the unusual capriciousness of the Caladium never justify. Attention and care allow you to avoid any difficulties when growing caladiums. And a plant can almost always forgive small mistakes.

We have prepared a hearty, incredibly appetizing and simply elementary dish for you today. This gravy is one hundred percent universal, as it will suit every side dish: vegetables, pasta, and anything. Gravy with chicken and mushrooms will save you in moments when there is no time or you don’t want to think too much about what to cook. Grab your favorite side dish (you can make this ahead of time so it's hot), add gravy, and dinner is ready! A real lifesaver.

Alpine slide, planted with upright decorative bows (I already talked about mine earlier), is often supplemented with undersized creeping herbs.
And you can build in the garden only a "spicy" slide.

Consider some types of herbs and seasonings that can be used to plant a "spicy" rock garden.

Types of fragrant edible plants for "spicy" slides

Many spice plants look great and grow successfully next to rock garden stones.

"Champion" in sprawling among the stones - thyme, or . Thyme is the main plant for the "spicy" slide.
In the wild, thyme grows on dry hillsides, in the steppes, on the edges of pine forests. In nature, there are many types of thyme; they are all decorative, fragrant and very similar in appearance.
Breeders have obtained many fragrant forms of thyme, not only with green, but also with yellow, variegated leaves.
Thyme blooms for a long time - from June to the end of summer; sometimes blooms again. Thyme flowers are pink, purple, white.
Thyme is used as a spice meat dishes, in sauces, and also add leaves and flowers to tea.
The use of thyme in medicine is also diverse. Thyme is especially popular as a cough remedy.

The most popular medicinal spicy plant, suitable for an alpine slide, - oregano. Oregano essential oil is used to flavor soaps, creams, and shampoos.
Leaves and flowers of oregano are also used in medicine and in cooking (added to stews, gravies and sauces). Sprigs of oregano are placed when pickling cucumbers and mushrooms.

The most famous spicy plant - mint. And this plant is also added to pickles and marinades, to various medicinal preparations. Menthol, which is part of mint, is the basis of many medicines.
Like oregano, mint is indispensable in cosmetics and perfumery, where it is mainly used as a cultivated species (unknown in wild nature) - peppermint.
But wild types of mint are decorative and very useful: for example, field mint, long-leaved, round-leaved, marsh (flea).

Mint and oregano can grow in one place of the allium for many years, but they like to "spread" to the sides. Therefore, from time to time it will be necessary to limit their growth.

Basil not only beautiful, but also in kitchens different peoples. This very fragrant annual plant has especially showy varieties with purple leaves of different shades.
Basil seedlings are planted on permanent place when the danger of frost has passed. But keep in mind that basil loves fertile soil. Therefore, on a hill for basil, a planting "pocket" with loose nutrient soil is made among the stones.

Hyssop since ancient times known as spicy and medicinal plant. O healing properties hyssop was mentioned by Avicenna in the Canon of Medicine. This semi-shrub, undemanding to growing conditions, pleases with its blue, pink, white fragrant flowers until frost. It just needs to be cut in time. flowering twigs to give the opportunity to grow a new, lateral. The hyssop bush from this becomes thicker.
Fresh or dry hyssop herb is used mixed with other spices for fragrant tea, and in cooking (in salads and soups, as a seasoning for meat dishes).
can grow in one place for five to six years. Hyssop propagates by seeds and division of the bush.

Salvia officinalis in middle lane grown as a 2-3-year-old crop, it is a heat-loving subshrub. can be rejuvenated by completely cutting off the branches.
Very fragrant, with a bitter-spicy taste, sage leaves are used in cooking as an additive to meat and poultry dishes. The famous Christmas turkey is invariably seasoned with sage.

Monarda has long settled in the gardens as ornamental plant, but as a spice in Russia, it is almost not known.
(double and piped monarda) outwardly differ little. In both species, the flowers are located on the stem in whorls of several "floors", and the leaves resemble field mint leaves.
Monarda blooms almost all summer. Its leaves are also used as a seasoning for meat, added to tea.
Monarda propagates by seeds (it is better to grow seedlings) or by dividing the bush.

Nasturtium loved by many gardeners as a long-flowering beautiful plant. But so far not many gardeners, only in decorative purposes grow up.
But in the homeland

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And in our latitudes, it is quite possible to create a charming corner with a Mediterranean design, building in it a rock garden, spiral or round flower beds with fragrant herbs. For the manufacture of the base, it is best to apply the principle of dry masonry. A vegetable garden or garden with herbs can be made in any shape, providing zones with perennials and annuals in it. Plants such as peppermint, lemon balm, oregano (wild marjoram) can be grown in one place for years. And at the same time use them in fresh as an appetizing accompaniment to food or as a seasoning for hot dishes. Cutting branches does not harm plants at all - on the contrary, it stimulates their development and lush growth.

These herbs are unpretentious, do not need special care They are hardy and undemanding. Their roots do not need too much space. In the wild, many spicy herbs grow in crevices between stones, and there is not much land there. Therefore, in the garden it is better to create for herbs natural-like conditions - spiral or round rocky flower beds, as well as alpine slides are best suited for this.

building material for mediterranean rock garden, or if you like, a “design vegetable garden” can be found in your surroundings. Boulders or stones can be collected both along the outskirts of fields and on own site during earthworks. But you can use bricks, and blocks of granite, and cobblestones. Whatever material you choose, herbs will find their place among them.

Soil substrate for plants

Most herbs do not need any special soil substrate. Clay soils definitely require the addition of sand. In addition, compost will never interfere - it will not only help loosen the soil, but also enrich it with nutrients. Best Cast soil when creating a herb garden - garden soil, sand and compost in equal proportions. In any case, you can simply buy a package of ready-made soil mixture in a specialized store.

Planting - when to plant?

Ideally, a herb garden should be planted in the spring. Then by the summer the plants form a magnificent crown.

Even in the most sophisticated ornamental garden such a herb garden will become a harmonious addition that invariably attracts attention. For laying a spicy flower bed, it is best to choose a sunny place closer to home, so that it is convenient to use while cooking in the kitchen. The soil substrate is used depending on the choice of plants and taking into account their needs.

PLANTS AND SEEDS FOR HERB SPIRAL BED (1)

• Parsley (1 pack of seeds)
• Nasturtium (3 plants)
• Arugula (1 pack of seeds)
• Peppermint (3 plants)
• Dill (1 pack of seeds)
• Lovage (1 plant)
• Melissa lemon (2 plants)
• Sage (2 plants)
• Savory mountain (1 plant)
• Chives (3 plants)
• Thyme (3 plants)
• Oregano (3 plants)
• (1 pack of seeds)
• Marjoram (1 pack of seeds)
• Fragrant savory (1 pack of seeds)
• Round flower bed with spicy herbs

A round flower bed with a diameter of 2 m is divided into segments. The passages between them are paved with bricks. Here, as if in a romantic garden in the Biedermeier style, a small column becomes the center of the composition.

On it rises a bush of rosemary in a pot, and the base is surrounded by fragrant lavender.

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PLANTS FOR A ROUND BED WITH SPICY HERBS (Number 2 in the picture)

• Melissa lemon (5 plants)
• Chervil (1 pack of seeds)
• Coriander (1 pack of seeds) (Read more about)
• Fragrant chives (1 pack of seeds)
• Green basil (1 pack of seeds)
• Basil red (1 pack of seeds)
• Tarragon (3 plants)
• Wild Walker (1 pack of seeds)
• Chives (1 pack of seeds)
• Oregano (5 plants)
• Dill (1 pack of seeds)
• Cucumber grass (1 pack of seeds)
• Lovage (3 plants)
• Marjoram (1 pack of seeds)
• Root parsley (1 pack of seeds)
• Sage (6 plants)
• Parsley (1 pack of seeds)
• Arugula (1 pack of seeds)
• Lavender (8 plants)
• Rosemary (1 plant)

The progress of work on a flower bed with spicy, culinary herbs - do-it-yourself device and planting

1. Laying a spicy vegetable garden in a spiral shape using limestone fragments.
2. Since the first row of stones forms a circle, it must be filled with good garden soil. You can still adjust the position of the stones.
3. Now proceed to the formation of the turns of the "snail". In this case, the width of the plots for plants is calculated based on the size of the spiral turns.
4. Angled stones require more space. So in a small area, only a relatively low structure can be obtained.
5. Begin landscaping immediately upon completion of the laying of the spiral flower bed. To do this, you can use already adult plants in pots, and seedlings, and seeds.
6. Herbaceous plants are quite unpretentious. And yet, for better rooting and survival, it is better to water them abundantly after transplantation.
7. In between shrubs, you can sow the seeds of annual plants - for example, nasturtiums,.

Photo for the article “Spicy rock garden with your own hands” (The numbers correspond to the numbers in the photo)

An overview of some spicy-aromatic plants - application, growth periods, a place where it is better to plant:

On a note:

Exotic scented herbs quickly grow into very showy pot plants. Their flowers and leaves not only add flavor to teas, main courses and fruit salads. fresh fragrance, but will become good decoration for terrace or balcony.

For wintering they need a frost-free place!

1. Gregg's sage (Salvia greggii) 'Hot Lips' is covered with red-white flowers all summer.

2. Sage graceful (Salvia elegans) "Honey Melon" exudes the aroma of ripe melon. In summer, it pleases us with bright red flowers.

3. Coahuil sage (Salvia coahuilensis) from spring to autumn is dressed in a beautiful outfit of blue-violet flowers.

Why do we love the smell of aromatic herbs?

Aroma substances go directly to the limbic system - the part of the brain that is responsible for feelings. So fragrances immediately evoke emotions in us.

The most typical notes for spicy herbs.

In addition to spicy notes, like fragrant myrrh, rosemary and thyme, citrus aromas of lemon verbena, citronella or lemon-scented thyme are common.

How are aromas released?

Smells are incorporated in flowers or leaves. At the same time, the first ones smell even without touching. Plants with fragrant leaves emit a scent when rubbed.

Fragrance goals.

The aromas are based on essential oils, which serve to protect plants from “enemies”, such as insects or goats.

Where is the best place to plant herbs and should they be fertilized?

In sunny places and on poor soils, Mediterranean herbs exude the most intense aroma, so they should be fertilized very sparingly. The only exception is basil.

Not only beautiful, but also delicious...Double benefits of flowers and plants

Bright edible flowers of plants will wonderfully decorate salads, soups and desserts, and will also have a beneficial effect on the body.

The colorful flowers of various plants not only captivate the eye, but many of them are edible. In its raw form, you can eat flowers of marigold, mallow, daylily, zucchini, pelargonium, dahlia and many other garden plants.

Half-blown daisy flowers, for example, taste somewhat reminiscent of nuts. This plant contains tannins and essential oils that purify the blood and help with liver diseases.

The "balls" of chives will add spice to the dishes. petals park roses On the contrary, they have a delicate taste. They will decorate any dish. Thyme flowers, blue cornflower, borage and nasturtium can be added to soups and vegetable salads.

And from the flowers of violet, elderberry and borage, desserts are prepared or frozen in ice cubes, and later thrown into drinks.

Naturally, a bouquet bought in a store should not be “overeaten”, since plants from nurseries are often treated with chemicals, and therefore unsuitable for food. It is better to collect flowers in your own garden.

1.U thyme Both flowers and leaves can be used as food. This plant is excellent for preparing Mediterranean cuisine.

2. Flowers elderberry, baked in dough, serve as an excellent dessert. Their tea purifies the blood.

3. Mallow tastes like a lettuce.

4 tiny flowers lavender perfect for decorating any dessert.

5. Cornflower blue rich in tannins that have an astringent effect, as well as bitter substances that improve digestion.

6. Flower petals can decorate any food. Flower compresses help heal cracked lips.

7. Flowers and leaves borage salads can be seasoned. 8 Pelargonium fragrant, depending on the variety, has a different smell.

9. Nasturtium flowers, due to the mustard oil they contain, taste very spicy. They, as well as fresh leaves of the plant, are useful for colds.

Note - additional information on spicy herbs:

Storing herbs - dry and freeze

Both of these methods are good for harvesting herbs, so choose the one that suits you best. Prefer to store herbs dry?

Then start processing them immediately after harvesting, so that the leaves and stems do not have time to become damp.

The grass is dried in a ventilated shaded room - in the sun, the plants lose not only their color, but also their useful substances. Herbs with thin and dry stems (oregano, lavender, thyme, hyssop) are tied into bunches and hung upside down.

Plants with fleshy and juicy stems (melissa, mint, basil, sage) should be “plucked” before drying - tear off the leaves and tender tips of the shoots and lay them out on paper or gauze stretched over a frame. Are you in a hurry to prepare? Then use a stove, oven or a special dryer to dry herbs. But remember that plants containing essential oils should be dried slowly at a temperature of no more than 35 degrees.

Do you use frozen herbs in cooking and various recipes?

Then prepare them properly. Collect plants should be at noon, when the concentration of essential oils in herbs is maximum. Tear off all the leaves and tender young twigs, rinse them in water and dry. Then divide into portions, pack them in polyethylene

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