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Drying & storing herbs

EasyHands-on 15 min

Keeping the harvest so it stays potent, not dusty.

Harvest at the right time

Gather herbs in the morning after dew dries, before the day's heat. Pick clean, unblemished material.

Air-dry in bundles

Tie small bundles and hang them upside down somewhere warm, dark, and airy for one to two weeks.

Check for dryness

Herbs are ready when leaves crumble and stems snap. Any bend means more time is needed.

Store airtight and dark

Keep dried herb in labeled, airtight jars away from light and heat. Most keep their character for about a year.

Suggested supplies

Hanging herb drying rackKeeps bundles airy while they dry
Cotton kitchen twineFor tying small bundles
Wide-mouth mason jars (quart, 12-pack)Airtight storage once fully dry
Chalkboard jar labelsName and date every jar

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