Cyndi Roberts If you love herbal teas, as I do, you know they are retributory a little bit pricey. However, increasing your own herbs is easy and so much fun! Here are just a hardly a of the herbs you might want to consider for a tea garden: Chamomile: Remember the favorite tea of Peter Rabbit? Only the flowers of this sweet-smelling herb are old when making tea. Chamomile tea can be enjoyed by itself or you might enjoy adding mint or lemon verbena. Lemon Balm: This herb is lemony with a touch of mint and makes a soothing cup of tea. It's easy to grow (almost too easy) so remember to keep it trimmed back. Lemon Verbena: An superior herb to grow in a cheerful spot, it makes a delicious tea. You might try combining it with orange mint or spearmint. Mints: There are galore mints available. Generally, they are fragrant plants and they are aggressive. It may be a good idea to plant mint in a pot and then put the pot in the ground so it doesn't take finished your herb garden. Spearmint, peppermint, chromatic mint all make wonderful teas, uncomparable or along with chamomile or some of the lemon herbs. Herb teas can be made with new or dried herbs and can be enjoyed either tropical or cold. For one cup of hot tea, use one teaspoon of dry herbs or up to 3 teaspoons of fresh herbs. harmful the leaves of fresh herbs will help release the flavor. Pour boiling water over the herbs in a glass or china pot. Metal pots can sometimes leave a metallic taste. Let steep for 5 or so minutes. Strain and enjoy with a little honey to sweeten. Sun tea can be made simply by filling a jar with water, throw in a handful of crushed new herbs, and ready in the sun for 3 or 4 hours. Stir in a infinitesimal honey to sweeten, pour over ice and enjoy. Trying different combinations of herbs is fun. Remember you can also add spices you have on hand, much as cinnamon, cloves, etc. There are many benefits to growing and making your personal herbal teas. Gardening itself is precise relaxing and rewarding. With herbs from your garden you can soothe absent your troubles with a cup of chamomile tea or make yourself a refreshing cup of peppermint tea aft a hard day at work. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Look in the perfumes of flowers and nature for peace of mind and joy of life. --Wang Wei About The Author