im trying to grow my own herbs and i dont know where to start, plus im on a poor mans budget so help me please find the cheapest, idiot proof ways to growing my own herbs
Most herbs are really pretty forgiving. They like a well drained soil so if you're using potting soil, mix in some sand and/or vermiculite (very cheap and a little goes a long way). Herbs need full sun, too so be sure you have a southern exposure for at least 4-6 hours per day. During the spring it's easy to find seed packets because everyone is getting ready to plant. At this time of year, I'm not sure what you'll find in the way of seeds but if you have a local nursery, you should still find some packets available. If they're packaged for 2008, you may also get a price break - the season is over. I will assume you already know what kinds of herbs you want, but I would just give you one suggestion: Mints are VERY pervasive so I'd keep those in a separate pot - otherwise they'll invade everything else. Have fun and welcome to the world of Herb Gardens!!
Start with mint, it is fast growing and is delicious in teas. Also all you need is one plant and each year it multiplys like crazy. Also Oregano is delicious home grown, this is another one that comes back even stronger year after year. I love herb gardening,I use a small area in my vegtable garden just for herbs. They are so fun and rewarding, especially if you have a neighbor or friend that herb gardens also, you can share clippings of ones you dont have. Theres nothing like cooking a meal with all your own herbs and spicesTake a small bowl out to the garden and pinch a little of this and that and you have your own fresh italian seasoning,,, Tammy
I advance a great number of herbs in enormous patio pots, consisting of parsley. If I had a backyard, i could advance them interior the floor, however the patio has to suffice. it is certainly well worth it, yet you ought to have stable sunlight or they won't thrive. in addition they must be outdoors. i've got by no potential had success transforming into them indoors except it is purely to maintain them alive for some weeks on a similar time as I consume 'em up. in case you utilize pots, verify they're deep ones. i exploit Miracle advance Moisture administration soil. It helps preserve water which prevents overwatering and it releases the water later through fact the soil dries. Herbs in pots can fairly dry out on warm, sunny days. I advance parsley, sage, rosemary, thyme, tarragon, sage, mint, basil and chives. They accomplish that properly I ought to prune them and supply some away. The oregano, thyme, chives and mint will wintry climate over, even in chilly climates, and return next three hundred and sixty 5 days. in greater reasonable climates, rosemary will substitute into an entire bush over the years. despite you do, do no longer plant mint interior the backyard and don't enable it pass to seed. that's an fairly invasive plant and could take over your international!
