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Rachel Garcia

I grew up helping my dad with his backyard garden, but it wasn’t until I took college horticulture classes that I realized how much I love plants. I began to grow Nasturtium, strawberries, succulents, and anything green. My roommates joked that my plants would take over my bed from their spot on the windowsill!

I’m still restricted to indoor gardening, but I can’t wait to start growing outside. In the meantime, I’m learning and sharing everything I can about the Plantae world.

A shot of a person, holding a container of fresh lemon balm microgreens

Microgreens

How To Grow Lemon Balm Microgreens in 5 Easy Steps

Lemon balm microgreens add a lemony flavor to cocktails or various dishes. A relaxing lemon balm herbal tea has many nutrients that give you a boost. Our in-depth guide explains how to grow your own, and Rachel Garcia will walk you through the easy five steps to get it right.

An overhead shot of several leaves of the arrowroot plant

Grains

How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Arrowroot

The arrowroot plant is a lovely tropical variety, with tubers that make for a fiber-rich, gluten-free food source. It has lovely big leaves and is perfect for a wet part of the garden. Rachel Garcia shares the important growing tips for this perennial.

A clear rectangular container brimming with vibrant green, feathery leaves with a delicate, curly texture, arranged densely across a wooden surface.

Microgreens

How To Grow Parsley Microgreens in 6 Easy Steps

Parsley microgreens should be more popular because they're delicious! Although they may be smaller than fully grown herbs, they are more nutritious and packed with vitamins and minerals. Rachel Garcia explains the right way to grow these tiny treats in our guide.