Getting Started With Herb Gardening
Herbs can be a beautiful addition to your garden. They don’t just look good, they also smell wonderful. As well, they’re very functional, not only for the flavor they impart during cooking but also for their ability to address certain health problems. There are so many different kinds of herbs to choose from. Basil and oregano are a couple of the species that are well suited to cooking. Some herbs, such as lavender and chamomile, are also useful for their health benefits. Herb gardening really depends on your personal preferences.
In general, herbs are easy to maintain and will thrive without a lot of effort on your part. Among the many kinds of herbs, you’re sure to find at least one that will suit whatever location you have in mind for it. They’re perfect for a border around your flowers, nestled in a rock garden or adding variety to a container garden.
Plus, they have so many uses. You can grow them outside in the summer and inside in the cold months. While the summertime is when you’ll plant them outdoors, you can also grow them indoors in a sunny location all through the year. Some people move their indoor plants outside in the warm weather to improve their yield. Others like to get a head start on their outdoor herb garden by starting seeds inside in late winter. Before you do this, though, make sure that the herbs you choose can be transplanted without doing them any harm.
You can plant herbs in most sunny locations outside. They’ll grow equally well in a tiny corner of the property or in your veggie patch. You can plant them like vegetables in straight rows, or arrange them artistically to add beauty to your property.
Before you start planting, watch the intended location over a couple of days to be certain that it gets the right amount of sun. You also need to make sure that you don’t plant in a swampy location of the yard. And keep in mind that if you plan on using your herbs for cooking, locating them near to the house will make it easier to step outdoors and snip off what you need.
Just be careful because some herbs aren’t suitable for certain climates. But the majority will flourish under generally acceptable conditions. However, if you’re uncertain about whether specific herbs are suitable for your area, check with your local nursery.
There are any number of different herbs, so it won’t be hard to find one that suits the location you have in mind. That makes it so easy to enjoy their fresh flavor and aroma year round.
June 09 2009 | Gardening | No Comments »