Growing a herb garden indoors is a great way to enjoy fresh herbs all year-round. Indoor plants, especially herbs, not only enhance your home’s aesthetics but also ensure you have access to fresh ingredients for those yummy scrumptious dishes.

In this blog, let’s explore how to grow your own indoor plants and set-up an indoor herb garden from scratch.

 

Different Kinds of Plants For Your Indoor Herb Garden

 

 

Selecting the right house plants is essential when you want to create an indoor herb garden. Here is a list of some popular indoor herbs that thrive wonderfully.

 

A List of House Plants for Your Indoor Herb Garden

 

1. Basil–This is a must-have herb in every garden. Perfect for various cuisines, especially Italian, known for its mild peppery aroma, it grows nicely in sunny spots and can be plucked regularly to encourage constant growth.
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3. Parsley–Another wonderful house plant used for garnishing and adding flavour to dishes, Parsley is quite easy to grow indoors. It thrives in indirect light ( best when placed beside a sheer curtain, a shady tree outside the window, etc… to avoid direct sunlight).
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5. Mint– Ideal for use in teas and desserts, mint can grow vigorously and can take over a garden bed quickly. But when grown indoors in a pot, it helps control the spread and keeps it accessible.
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7. Thyme–A very versatile herb for cooking , thyme grows easily in a sunny location and well-drained soil. Regularly trimming it will keep it bushy and healthy.
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9. Rosemary -Fragrant and perfect for seasoning, rosemary thrives best with a lot of sunlight.. To regularly maintain shape it is best to prune it regularly.
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11. Oregano–A famous seasoning herb for Italian dishes, salads and soups,oregano grows well in pots under a sunny spot.
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13. Chives - With a mild onion flavour that is used to garnish dishes like salads or main meals, Chives easily grow in a pot and require minimal care. You can harvest it by snipping the leaves when needed.
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15. These house plants are the ideal options because they do not just add greenery and aroma to your indoor space but also provide healthy culinary benefits.
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How to Plant Your House Plants?

 

 

Indoor plant care begins with proper planting techniques. Here’s a detailed guide to help you get started:

Soil Preparation

 

It is best to use a well-draining potting mix specifically designed for herbs. Usage of gardensoil may be too heavy for the indoor environment and may also harbour pests.Adding a little sand or perlite to the soil improves drainage.

 

Planting Seeds and Seedlings

 

1. Seeds: Fill the container or pot with potting mix, leaving about an inch at the top. Sprinkle the seeds over the potting mix evenly and cover it lightly with soil. Water gently to ensure you do not displace the seeds.

2. Seedlings:Dig a small hole in the soil, drop the seedling, and gently firm the soil around the roots. Water well to let it settle.

 

What Kind of Containers and Pots Are Best for Indoor Plants?

 

The next step in creating an indoor herb garden is the selection of the appropriate container. Some options are outlined here with additional hints for decorating indoor plants.

 

Types of Containers

 

1. Terracotta Pots: These varieties of pots are ideal for herbs like basil and parsley because they are by nature porous, so air and moisture easily pass through the system and provide much-needed circulation for the plants' roots.

2. Hanging Basket: Suits all those sprawling herbs like thyme and mint. They save you some space and create a magnificent view in your indoor garden.

3. Window Box: It grows various herbs in a small area. They are fitted on window sills and are easy to get sunlight.

4. Colourful/Uniquely Shaped Decorative Pots - Give decoration to the pots of your plants by opting for colourful pots or those that come in unique shapes. They will add a new dimension to your space.

 

Tips to Beautify Your Space

 

• Mix and Match - Various container types can be mixed and matched to create an interesting, hence beautiful, arrangement.

• Add Decorative Elements - Decorative stones, pebbles, or even seashells can top the soil, finishing off the look of your pots.

• Use Plant Stands: Elevate your pots with the help of plant stands to create a multilevel display and give depth and dimension to your house garden.

 

5 Key Essentials of Indoor Plant Care

Proper care will keep your herbs healthy and green. Here are four of those key elements:

 

1. Sunlight

 

Most herbs require about 6-8 hours of sunlight. If there's a south-facing window, place them there, otherwise use grow lights since most homes are light-challenged. Rotate the pots regularly so they have evenly distributed light.

Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Most herbs prefer an almost dry medium between waterings. Do this with a narrow spout watering can so you won't overwater and wet leaves.

 

2. Pest Control

 

Monitor for aphids, spider mites, whiteflies, etc. The application of natural insecticides or other homemade cures prevents further infestation.

 

3. Harvesting and Pruning

 

Harvest your herbs regularly. This will help their growth to avoid becoming leggy. Take the leaves and stems, but cut them above the leaf node using sharp scissors.

 

4. Replacing and Replanting

 

Certain herbs grow fast, examples are basil and parsley, and may be replanted often. Be observant of how they do well and stand ready to plant new seeds or get seedlings as needed.

 

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