If you’re going to take a crack at gardening and growing your own crops, start out with herbs! Herbs are a great reminder that it doesn’t take much to make a big and wonderful difference in your everyday life. They’re the MVPs of the garden. What’s more? You can even grow them inside.
You can use them in cooking, teas, aromatherapy, homemade skincare, and even as a key element in a pollinator garden. As a matter of fact, once you start growing and cooking with fresh herbs, you’ll never go back to their dry cousins. If you’re going to grow anything as a beginner, let it be herbs. They will most certainly change your life. Bring cuttings and divisions inside to grow on sunny windowsills throughout the season, or start a fresh batch of herbs in small containers from either seeds or starts. But here are some tips for success: Keep a few basic principles in mind when growing any plant, whether that’s inside or outside. Tip 1: Locate the sunniest window or area where grow lights can easily be placed, such as under existing kitchen cabinets perhaps. How much sun does your sunniest window receive on an average day? Plants requiring full sun need a minimum of 6-8 hours of sun a day in order to thrive, while plants that tolerate partial sun need a minimum of 4-6 hours of sun a day. Tip 2: Always plant in containers that have good drainage. It’s okay to use a decorative drain without holes. This will help protect indoor surfaces but plan to plant in containers with drainage that then fit inside said the chosen planter. This way water runs freely, ensuring your plants aren’t waterlogged. Tip 3: Work with the best possible potting soil you can find. An organic potting mix designed for containers high in organic matter and peat-free is ideal. Tip 4: Begin with a handful of plants, like the ones you cook with the most. If you find yourself reaching for parsley – grow parsley. If a dash of fresh cilantro is the flavour you like, grow cilantro. Start with two to five plants while working out your system and keep in mind, you don’t need to grow all the food you eat. Think of your indoor garden as a method of augmenting and inspiring your everyday cooking. 10 of the easiest herbs to grow indoors The list below is a great launchpad for beginners looking for herbs to grow. These are plants that have proven themselves to be easy growers. They’re tolerant of growing in confined spaces and variable conditions. My hope is that this list will narrow down your plant selection, providing immediate success and enjoyment.
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AuthorStephen Gleave of Ancaster, Ontario is a lawyer and a nature lover. Archives
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