Small Space Herb Garden

November 08, 2024 Post a Comment

Small space herb garden

Tips for Growing Herbs in Containers

Select hardy varieties and companion-plant. Choose the herbs that you cook with the most frequently and try to find heirloom varieties whenever possible.
Choose a sunny location. ...
Use a container with good drainage. ...
Water and fertilize accordingly. ...
Harvest properly.

How much space do you need for a herb garden?

Herbs being planted into the ground require one to four feet in diameter of space. Some specific guidelines include three to four feet for rosemary, sage, mint, oregano and marjoram, two feet for basil, thyme, tarragon and savory, and one foot for cilantro, chives, dill and parsley.

What can I grow in a small herb garden?

How to create a mini herb garden at home

Mint. These plants are tough little things, so they are extremely easy to grow.
Thyme. This drought-tolerant herb likes well-drained soil, so don't over-water. ...
Chives. ...
Basil. ...
Parsley. ...
Coriander. ...
Rosemary.

What herbs Cannot be planted together?

Fennel and cilantro: Incredibly competitive, so don't grow these herbs together. Rue, sage and basil: Can all damage each other by inhibiting each other's growth. Dill and lavender: Won't grow well together because dill prefers acidic soil, instead of lavender preferring alkaline soil.