Following a few easy tips you will be snipping fresh herbs for your kitchen throughout the winter season.
A small spray of herbs can even make great season present for your friends and family especially those who cook! Many herbs will grow easily in containers and only require minimal care from you the gardener.
Herbal Tips By planting your herbs in a container with a south or southeast facing linea or patio where they will receive at least 5-6 hours of sunshine per day is preferred for growth.
Considering your culinary needs can aid in determining the herbs you will grow, although some of my herbs are grown for the fragrance they bestow upon the garden.
(Rosemary, Lavender) Which herbs should you choose? Choose herbs that don't grow too wide or tall.
Chives, basil, parsley, oregano, mint and thyme are all great choices here in Florida.
MY How to Plant your Herbs 1.
Plant your herbs in a container that is at least 6-12 inches deep.
Individual plants can be planted in 6 inch pots, or if preferred you can plant multiple herbs in a wider or long container.
(Remember to consider plant growth) 2.
Using a potting mix, which is lighter than soil, this will facilitate better drainage.
(Some herbs do not enjoy wet feet!) Place a 2-3 inch layer of potting mix into the bottom of your container.
3.
Position your herb plants in the container as required.
4.
Continue filling your container with the potting mix, firming gently around the plants with a gentle knuckle press and tap.
Leave about an inch at the top of the container to allow for watering.
5.
Water sparingly, often when my plants are young I tend to use a mister sprayer so that the plant is not overwatered.
6.
Feed once a month with a fertilizer, remember to read and use as directed on the label and to also remember to use one that is for use on edibles.
7.
Allow your herb plants time to acclimatize to their new surroundings, and then once you catch sight of new growth, you can start using your herbs.
Snipping and using your plants often will encourage them to grow full and bushy.
It should be remembered to never trim more than 1/3 of the plant's foliage on any given occasion.
A small spray of herbs can even make great season present for your friends and family especially those who cook! Many herbs will grow easily in containers and only require minimal care from you the gardener.
Herbal Tips By planting your herbs in a container with a south or southeast facing linea or patio where they will receive at least 5-6 hours of sunshine per day is preferred for growth.
Considering your culinary needs can aid in determining the herbs you will grow, although some of my herbs are grown for the fragrance they bestow upon the garden.
(Rosemary, Lavender) Which herbs should you choose? Choose herbs that don't grow too wide or tall.
Chives, basil, parsley, oregano, mint and thyme are all great choices here in Florida.
MY How to Plant your Herbs 1.
Plant your herbs in a container that is at least 6-12 inches deep.
Individual plants can be planted in 6 inch pots, or if preferred you can plant multiple herbs in a wider or long container.
(Remember to consider plant growth) 2.
Using a potting mix, which is lighter than soil, this will facilitate better drainage.
(Some herbs do not enjoy wet feet!) Place a 2-3 inch layer of potting mix into the bottom of your container.
3.
Position your herb plants in the container as required.
4.
Continue filling your container with the potting mix, firming gently around the plants with a gentle knuckle press and tap.
Leave about an inch at the top of the container to allow for watering.
5.
Water sparingly, often when my plants are young I tend to use a mister sprayer so that the plant is not overwatered.
6.
Feed once a month with a fertilizer, remember to read and use as directed on the label and to also remember to use one that is for use on edibles.
7.
Allow your herb plants time to acclimatize to their new surroundings, and then once you catch sight of new growth, you can start using your herbs.
Snipping and using your plants often will encourage them to grow full and bushy.
It should be remembered to never trim more than 1/3 of the plant's foliage on any given occasion.
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