7 Easy to Grow Herbs

Herbs can be easily used in the kitchen from salads to smoothies, or to give every dish a special taste. Fresh herbs are not only healthier but cheaper than dried or frozen spices from the supermarket.

So what could be better than growing herbs yourself?

In today’s post, I will discuss with you 7 easy to grow herbs that you can grow yourself at home! Let’s take a look!

7 Easy-to-Grow Herbs

Peppermint

Peppermint is not only easy to plant and grow, but it also tastes and smells so good.

This herb actually prefers shade and doesn’t care too much for the sun.

If the leaves begin to droop, the soil is probably too dry and needs some water. Peppermint should be watered regularly, and especially not forgotten during the summer.

This herb does actually grow better with more nutrients, so it should be regularly, yet modestly, fertilized. Peppermint only needs to be repotted using loose soil about every 3 years. Peppermint grows like crazy, though. So, it’s ideal to plant mint in a single pot, alone. It will likely need to be pruned a few times throughout the year.

Mint is perfect for a tea, but can also be used to season certain meats! Different varieties have different mint intensities.

Thyme

Thyme is a classic herb in Mediterranean Cuisine. It is not only used for spices but has medicinal purposes as well. Thyme has an intense bitter taste, that spices simple tomato sauce nicely, but also is known to help against colds and stomach aches. It is also a perennial, which means it regrows year after year.

This herb is not very demanding and can actually thrive in nutrient-poor, dry soils. So, easy on the watering and to rather be safe than sorry, wait until the soil is really dry. This herb cannot handle water logging.

Thyme loves some sun, so make sure it is placed in the brightest place possible!

Parsley

Parsley is another classic in the kitchen. Known for its decor purposes, it is actually full of vitamins!

There are two types of parsley: curly and smooth. The smooth version is a bit more aromatic.

Parsley grows best in partially shaded areas, so bright places but no direct sunlight.

This herb needs lots of water. In the summer, on particularly hot days, it should be watered multiple times. Still, be careful of water logging.

This plant is biennial (lasts about two years) and grows well with chives and basil.

Rosemary

Another Mediterranean classic, rosemary, also has an intense, bitter taste, suitable for seasoning meats and vegetables.

This herb needs a sunny spot to stay and doesn’t need too much water. Wait until the soil is completely dry before watering again.

The plant can be outside, but if it is too hot, bring it in. This plant can live up to 20 years! However, the older the plant, the less repotting it needs. Rosemary is super low-maintenance.

 

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Basil

Likely one of the most popular herbs, and another from the Mediterranean, Basil is the perfect herb for your Italian dishes containing tomato or mozzarella or to prepare your own pesto.

This herb likes nutrient-rich soil and prefers a warm, sunny place. Make sure Basil gets enough water. The soil should stay moist, but not really wet.

A quick tip for using basil… never pick off individual leaves, rather pick off the entire stem so that new shoots may form!

Chives

Chives have beautiful lilac flowers (that are also edible!) but taste like onions.

They are fairly uncomplicated and grow in just about any soil. Make sure you use fresh seeds, as chives seeds that have been stored over long periods of time do not germinate well.

Chives like partial shade and not much water. Wait until the soil is completely dry before watering again.

Chives grow pretty densely and then don’t like it, so when repotting, leave plenty of space between each plant.

When harvesting chives, always cut at the base and never remove more than a third of the total amount at once.

Oregano

Last but not least, we have yet another Mediterranean classic: Oregano.

This herb loves warm, sunny locations and well-drained soil. It should water regularly, but not too much.

As Oregano spreads pretty quickly, if you buy young Oregano plants, you really only need 1-2 plants for one household.

However, if you grow from seeds, the seeds should be mixed with some sand when sown. After watering regularly, the seeds should begin to germinate after 8-10 days. Once they’ve grown a bit larger, the plants can be moved to individual pots.

Conclusion: 7 Easy to Grow Herbs

Herbs are typically pretty easy to care for compared to other houseplants, and with only a little effort, you can begin to enjoy fresh, tasty, and healthy herbs that you’ve grown yourself!

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Do you grow any herbs? Do you have a favorite herb? Comment below!

Thanks for reading,
Anna