Herbs within your reach
If you are the type who loves cooking and the magic there is in the kitchen, you have, at some point, wished you have a small herb garden. You can pick basil or mint leaves whenever you would need them. You won’t need to rush to the nearest grocery for a pack of dried herbs for your weekend pasta.
An herb garden by the kitchen window is just the dream for kitchen and culinary enthusiasts. Below are top 5 easiest-to-grow herbs you might want to consider in your garden:
1. Basil
More than just a flavorful pizza addition, Basil is one
of the fastest growing herbs. The average plant garners 1/2 cup of leaves a week. The hardy seasoning is known for growing fuller with each clipping, so frequent use is key to the little plant’s survival. That shouldn’t be to hard if it means caprese salads and pesto all summer.
2. Thyme
Thyme, a key ingredient in herbs de Provence and boquet garni, is a quick growing perennial that can even been planted outdoors even on cold days. Its ability to withstand cold makes it the perfect plant for any season with the versatility for rainy day soups and summer salads.
3. Bay Leaf
Bay leaves grow as a shrub and grow best with lots of compost, so share your morning coffee and eggs with this soup starter. Keep them outside to guard your front door or next to your couch for a natural air freshener. Crushing the leaves releases a sweet, earthy scent that can relieve headaches.
4. Lemongrass
Lemongrass can be used as a soup base, rice seasoning, and in herbal teas. The herb is known for helping with digestion and its essential oil is a common treatment for stress. Its high quantities of citronella also make it an effective skincare ingredient and natural mosquito repellent.
5. Mint
Mint is widely considered the downright easiest plant to grow. In fact it grows so well, experts recommend potting it separately so that it doesn’t overrun higher-maintenance florals. There are mints that are ideal for essential oils while some are ideal for baking and cooking.