It is based on the percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index for Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers (CPI-W). The use of CPI-W conflicts with this purpose, because the elderly consume substantially more health care goods and services than younger people.
4-6 months. Tips. 1  To store fresh mint: (1) Trim the ends and place in a glass containing about one inch of water; (2) Cover with a loose-fitting plastic bag and refrigerate; (3) Replace water when it gets cloudy.
Sturdy herbs like parsley, rosemary, sage, summer savory, and thyme are the easiest to dry using the air drying technique. Simply tie the herbs into small bundles and hang them up to dry. Herbs can be air dried outside but for better color and flavor indoor drying is best. Tender leaf herbs such as basil, lemon balm, mints, oregano, and tarragon will mold due to their high moisture content if not dried quickly. Try hanging these herbs and herbs with seeds in paper bags with holes in them.