When you think about growing herbs in pots, do you imagine a sun-kissed windowsill filled with fragrant galvanized tubs of edible staples? Perhaps you imagine well-positioned patio containers, or a rustic half-barrel of mixed herbage flourishing in a dappled cottage garden… It’s hard not to get carried away with the charm of herb growing. Because of that, we sometimes forget the basics. Like, how much watering is too much? Why do some herbs thrive in the heat while others wilt and wither? And is flowering always ok with herbs?
You may hear that herb growing is one of the easiest projects to try in pots – but you can definitely increase your chances of success. Whether your herb garden ideas lean towards the whimsical, functional or adventurous, our tips will see you right.
