Windowsill Herb Gardens – All The Benefits + Space Saving
There are two ways that you can grow your herb garden: plant your herbs outdoor or keep them indoor. If you don’t like the idea of tending a big garden in your backyard, then a windowsill herb garden will just be right for you. Your plants can also receive their needed sunlight if placed along the window.
A windowsill herb garden is good for gardeners who want to stay close to their herbs. Also, these plants need minimum care to keep them thriving. You need to take note of some requirements, however, as herbs will not live if you totally neglect them. The basic necessities of any plants are light and water. Herbs are no different.
In your windowsill herb garden, include only plants that do not grow tall or big. Make sure you can fit your plants to the windowsill. Trim your plants regularly to keep them under control. Trimming will also make your herbs thick and bushy. Refrain from clipping the plants in winter time. It is encouraged to allow them to grow back a little so they will have protection against intense cold.
For maximum light exposure, place your windowsill herb garden along the south, where the sun shines the brightest and longest. Though herbs usually love 10 to 12 hours of sunlight exposure, this may not be true for all herbs. There are tender herbs which may burn up in this kind of set up. Identify which herbs are really sun-loving before placing them in your southern windowsill herb garden. Rotate your plants within the week to make sure every part receives the needed sun.
A south-facing windowsill herb garden will receive a good amount of sunlight, but it may not always be enough. To compensate for this, add an artificial light just above your plants so they will receive the right amount of light to thrive. Fluorescent light is most commonly used.
Place your plants on pots or any container with a good drainage. You can put the herbs on containers with holes at the bottom, to drain out excess moisture. A waterlog can cause the roots to rot, and can even trigger disease infestation. To further avoid water from being stuck at the roots, use the potting mix instead of garden soil. Potting mix should be light and drains water well to avoid any soil born diseases. A general rule for watering your herbs will be, water only if the topsoil is a little dry.
Chives, mint, rosemary, oregano, thyme, sage, basil, marjoram and parsley are recommended in windowsill herb garden. Their size is manageable, and it will not take much to make them grow. Fertilizers will also be good for your garden, but too much of it will have a negative effect on the health and even the flavor of herbs. Fertilizer application during winter is also not advisable as herb growth decelerates.
Herb gardening is a really enjoyable activity, good for health, your garden, and the general vitality of your life. Find out more about herb gardening and the best way to succeed with Mike Jacovelli at SuccessHerbGardening.com.
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