rosiegirl
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harvesting and drying herbs?

I've done google searches and gotten books and I still can't seem to find a straight answer on these things!

I'm growing sage, oregano and basil. I have no idea how to harvest any of these things (although I have just been pinching off leaves as needed from the basil).

1. how and when do I harvest the sage? how do I dry or store it?

2. how and when do I harvest the oregano? it's not really growing up, more like out! I've read that I can dry it by hanging it in bunches. can I do that outside in the shade? in my basement? on my porch?


it's pretty hot here, 80s and 90s and humid generally (near new york city). thanks!

rosiegirl
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great, thanks!

I might hang them inside for now since it's getting really humid out this week.



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