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Tom’s Guide
Technology
Katie Mortram

7 mistakes it’s all too easy to make when growing herbs

A selection of herbs including basil. parsley, thyme and oregano

Growing your own herb garden is a rewarding experience. You can raise your plants from seedlings and reap the benefits once the leaves are ready to harvest. Whatever herbs you choose to grow, be it rosemary, mint or sage, each plant requires particular care to get the best results — that means there’s often a learning curve involved for newbies. But, regardless of whether you’re a novice or an experienced herb gardener, there are still several mistakes often made. 

Such mistakes can affect the growth rate of your plants as well as the quality of your final harvest. In extreme situations, you might be doing more harm than good, damaging the herbs involved. 

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