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Seven Awesome Herbs To Plant In An Herb Garden

JG Wall
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Last updated on March 9th, 2022 at 05:34 am

The first question that’s asked is, what should I plant in an herb garden? Herb gardening is becoming more popular because they are some of the simplest plants to grow indoors or outside. Most herbs grow well in regular garden soil as long as it drains.

However, certain herbs, such as rosemary, lavender, and bay, prefer well-drained soil, ideal for these plants.

Herbs have a variety of different purposes but its commonly primarily used in cooking.

Many varieties produce excellent teas, either on their own or in blends.

Without further explanation, 7 Herbs to plant in your herb garden.

Planting in Herb Garden

  • Parsley
  • Sage
  • Lavendar
  • Rosemary
  • Mint
  • Basil
  • Thyme

Parsley

You will find Parsley in culinary dishes in Europe, Middle Eastern, and American. Parsley seeds might take a long time to germinate. Consequently, you soak them in water overnight before planting.

Choose a location with rich, somewhat moist soil. Plant them 6 to 8 inches apart in full sunlight. Soil that’s well-drained with a pH of 6 to 7 works best. If you’re growing in a hot environment,

I recommend having some shade for part of the day. Water deeply at least once per week. Parsely also attracted a variety of wildlife, from the swallowtail butterfly to golden finches.

Sage

Even though Sage grows best in a warm climate with full sunlight, it will also thrive in the shade. It requires soil that is reasonably rich, wet, and well-drained. You can plant sage in the spring or fall when the weather is cooler.

Growing this aromatic kitchen herb in pots or your garden bed is a fantastic idea. Sage plants are spaced 18 to 24 inches apart, and they like a pH of 5.5 to 7.0. Planting and placing it in a window box is a terrific spot.

Lavendar

Lavender is a gratifying and straightforward plant to grow, working flawlessly in containers or garden beds.

The herb requires well-drained soil and full sunlight to thrive effectively. It’s essential to start with the best environment if you want to produce lavender effectively.

field of lavender bright purple in herb garden.

Rosemary

Rosemary is a lovely evergreen shrub with needle-like leaves and deep blue blooms. They prefer full sun and planted anywhere. It thrives in hot, dry regions, but it may also thrive in cool or cold locations if protected from frost in the winter.

Plant rosemary in full sun or a location with 6-8 hours of direct sunshine. Rosemary prefers slightly alkaline, well-drained soils.

Mint

Mint is the most accessible herb to cultivate; its roots are incredibly invasive, producing new leaves and plants as they go.

The Herb Mint grows best in wet, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0. Also, grow in a garden section that receives about five hours of direct sunlight every day.

Basil

Basil is a typical herb planted outdoors. However, this low-maintenance plant may also be indoors. It grows best in a place that receives 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight every day. However, it may also thrive in partial shade.

Choose a well-drained location. Basil thrives in pots or elevated beds, which also provide excellent drainage.

Thyme

Thyme is a low-maintenance plant that only requires minimal trimming after the first year. It’s best to trim after the last spring frost to avoid the plants becoming brittle.

Direct sunlight will help it thrive. Begin with young plants and place in the ground after the last frost in the spring—plant in well-draining soil (pH of around 7.0)

Conclusion

Starting an herb garden is an excellent way to cultivate a scrumptious addition to favorite recipes.

If space is limited, herb gardens are an excellent choice for vertical garden designs.

However, carefully observe these key points for particular needs for each herb when planting, and you should not have any problems cultivating.

  • Drainage
  • Sunlight
  • PH balance of soil

Don’t overlook these key points and happy planting.

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JG Wall

JG Wall, a weather enthusiast for over 30 years as an amateur radio storm spotter, writes about home weather stations, solar tech, and sustainable living. Passionate about land open-space conservation, he shares his vast experience. He has written articles for BobVila.com and loves traveling, reading, and family time outdoors.
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