Do you grow your own herbs?
Mmmmm… fresh herbs are so very yummy. And for the most part, they’re easy to grow. Even if you live in an apartment, a window box can be plenty of space for your herb garden. And the addition of fresh herbs can turn the simplest meal into a culinary delight.
This year I am inspired to grow more than just basil (I grow basil every year, but rarely much else). It may be a little difficult, since I travel so much and am not around to water them religiously, but I’ll see what I can do. Right after I return from my current vacation, the gardening will begin!
Do you grow your own herbs? What are your favorites?
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11 opinions for Do you grow your own herbs?
Marijke
Apr 22, 2008 at 12:20 pm
What good timing for the post. I have been meaning to grow herbs for years. This year, I’m determined to - so let’s see how it goes.
rachel
Apr 22, 2008 at 12:38 pm
I do grow my own herbs, but not year-round as I should. My regulars are basil, oregano, dill, parsley, and chives. Chives are my favorite, with basil coming in second.
I’m thinking about trying my luck with tomatoes this year, but that’ll take my balcony garden to a whole new level!
Ashley
Apr 22, 2008 at 5:06 pm
I’m trying the balcony garden for the first time this year, I’m growing basil, chives, rosemary, tomatoes, hot peppers, and mixed greens. My greens have only been planted for a couple of weeks and they are almost ready to harvest.. there is nothing better than fresh greens.
Ange
Apr 22, 2008 at 5:53 pm
I grow basil, oregano and chives each year. Last year, I tried tomato and hot peppers and they really did well, giving me fresh salsa pretty much all summer. This year, I will try patio vegetables, like the small-sized beans, peas and carrots as well as attempt strawberries again. I hope it encourages other people in my complex to plant.
rebecca
Apr 22, 2008 at 6:30 pm
I’m so glad you posted this! I’ve always lived in apartments and thought it would be too much trouble to try and grow my own in such a limited space, but now I think I’d like to give it a try!
Chef Erik
Apr 23, 2008 at 12:40 am
I tried growing cilantro once, not sure what happened but I had enough cilantro for 1/2 a quesadilla :( You can try putting a shoe string in water (water jar level should be higher than plant), dig the string into dirt, the string should stay wet and keep the soil moist.
KP
Apr 23, 2008 at 4:03 am
Right now I am growing thyme, flat leaf parsley, and cilantro. I am going through the cilantro pretty quickly and will probably need to buy another plant soon. For some reason, basil and I never, ever seem to make it for very long. Not sure if it is the Texas weather or me but I have to buy a bunch at the store when I need it. Feels like I am throwing money at the wind, you know? Kind of like renting…
Peter Belisi
Apr 25, 2008 at 6:44 pm
I would absolutely love to grow my own herbs, but it is always so flipping hot down here in Palm Beach
hannah
Apr 27, 2008 at 10:10 am
I love growing Mint in my apt.
It makes the place smell so nice and I love adding fresh Mint leaves to dishes.
For instance, I love Pita bread with any plain white cheese and some mint leaves….sooo good.
I just moved to southern France, and Ive settled down for the first time ever ( usually Im always moving around), we have a great balcony but its situated north…but im still gonna try to grow a little potager for next year since its too late for this one.
jean Zoss
Apr 27, 2008 at 6:07 pm
I just found your wonderful blog! I have grown herbs almost my entire adult life and I can say they are not hard….most of them come from arid regions so watering should not be too much of an issue, basil is probably the least hardy here in Minnesota, USA. I grow sage, rosemary, chive, garlic chive, marjoram, basil, lavender, thyme (lemon thyme is my all time favorite). We grow all but the chives as annuals here. Mine are all planted in full sun and as long as you give them a good soaking, they should thrive, pots must be large with good drainage for travelers.
jean Zoss
Apr 27, 2008 at 6:09 pm
Also, you should not harvest more than one-third of your plant if you want it remain healthy for the whole growing season….
and be careful of any mint as it will take over..great for inside though, I will try that this year!!
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