The Basics of a Typical Herb Garden

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A basic herb garden is not hard to create and it can be created in a remarkably small amount of space. Therefore, whether you are living in an apartment or have a yard, creating a basic herb garden is easy.

There are some things you would need to start on your basic herb garden. The first thing you want to do is to decide on the type of basic herb garden. Do you want a container herb garden or are you looking for something a bit grander like a kitchen garden or a backyard home herb garden.

Once you have decided what garden you want, decide on whether the plants will be from seeds or transplant. Once you have made up your mind on the kind of planting you want.

Supplies

There are a few supplies that you are going to need for your herb garden. Of course, these supplies vary depending on which type of herb garden you are creating. The list will also include all the supplies you will need for both gardens. Some of the supplies are going to be the same so the list is combined for the purpose of being brief. The items you will need are: soil, fertilizer, seeds or herb plants, containers, and a spade.

Instructions

If you are using a container or containers to create your herb garden, prepare the container by placing the soil in it. Then depending on the type of fertilizer you are using add the fertilizer to create the growing environment. The type of soil will determine whether or not you want to wet it before you plant. Make sure that you follow the planting instructions for the type of herbs that you are planting. If you are using already established plants follow replanting instructions. There is always the option of finding them online if you want, though they are usually listed with the plant.

For kitchen gardens, you will have to weed and break up the soil as well as clear it from any large objects like rocks. Then add in the top soil and follow the above instructions on planting the seeds or transplant. Make sure that you look at the lighting needs of your herbs and place them in areas that receive the right amount of light and shade to ensure proper growth. Make sure that you always browse the bookstore, or internet for herb garden how to.