List Birmingham - April 2021

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You Can’t Handle the Truth!

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Never Put These Down the Drain!

Why Is Recycling Plastic So Complicated?

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3 Home Products That Can Slash Your Energy Bill

Spring Vegetable and Chicken Pasta Bake

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5 Herbs That Thrive in Low Sunspots

THROW SOME SHADE AT YOUR PLANTS 5 HERBS THAT THRIVE IN LOW SUNSPOTS

An herb garden is a wonderful addition to any home. They attract honey bees, offer pleasant, mild aromas, and are ideal for the home cook. But there’s often one issue homeowners and apartment dwellers face: too much shade. However, several varieties of herb thrive in partial (2–4 hours of sun) or full shade (less than two hours).

Cilantro: Partial shade — grows fast and thrives in cooler temperatures.

Chives: Partial shade — it won’t flower as much in shade, but its culinary value isn’t affected.

Mint: Partial to full shade — grows fast and thrives in many conditions.

Oregano: Partial to full shade — like mint, it’s easy to grow and makes a great addition to many dishes.

Parsley: Partial shade — the Italian variety is a biennial herb and has a two-year growth cycle, but you don’t have to wait to harvest.

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