How To Grow Herbs
Growing herbs can be an easy process and the results can be used to add flavor to meals, make soothing and relaxing teas or for making fragrant sachets, potpourri, scented candles and oils. Whether you're growing herbs in a garden for food purposes or as ornamental flowers following a few simple steps will ensure you have a successful and bountiful harvest.
Where to Plant Growing Herbs
The first step in planning an herb garden is to determine what types of herbs will be grown. Once this has been decided, what section of the yard will be used for growing herbs will be the next decision. Growing a wide variety of herbs nearby makes it conveniently accessible. If you’re interested in having only one or two growing herbs for cooking or for display and fragrance purposes only, you also have the option of growing herbs indoors.
The Basic Herbs
There are many varieties of herbs and which ones you choose will depend on the type of cooking you do and the flavors you like. Some of the basic and easiest growing herbs include thyme, garlic, oregano, basil, dill and chives. Adding a little of lavender, peppermint and chamomile to your herb garden could make delicious teas. wher transplants do not work well it is better to grow these herbs from seedlings. Other types of herbs should be purchased as established plants and then transplanted to your garden.
One of the most important steps for growing herbs is having proper sunlight for the better part of the day. Sunny areas are best for growing most herbs. Good soil enriched once or twice a year with compost along with proper drainage will provide flavorful herbs. Too much water and too little sunshine can affect the growth of the growing herbs as well as the taste. Do not plant in an area where water tends to accumulate and stand and if necessary, raise the beds so there will be good drainage. To help conserve moisture, place a covering of mulch around the plants. In the event of pest problem, it is essential to use horticultural oil. Pestcides can be harmful. The point of growing herbs is to have fresh and flavorful varieties straight from your garden without any additives.