A woman planting herbs in a garden - O2o Creative/Getty Images Beloved by felines and surprisingly useful to humans, catnip (Nepeta cataria) is a fast-growing herb that is easy to propagate from ...

If you want a rich harvest of cucumbers this year, there's an herb you'll want to plant. Catnip (Nepeta cataria) does more than thrill felines; it also encourages better growth in cucumbers.

Warmer weather and mosquitoes often go hand in hand, which can make outdoor activities unpleasant at times for your family and guests. Insect repellents are among the measures recommended by the ...