If you are into Italian cooking, few things will improve the flavor of your food more than fresh herbs. And there are a handful of herb varieties that are used in Italian cooking fairly often, so with the choice of just a few herbs you can easily start growing your own Italian herb garden. Here is a look at some of the best herbs to grow for you herb garden to “spice up” your Italian cooking.

One effective way to attract butterflies to your landscape is to add plants that the butterflies find attractive. Here’s a look at some flower varieties that will attract butterflies to your garden or backyard.