You will find that there is a large overlap in herbs that are able to thrive in an indoor herb garden and herbs that grow well outdoors. Although a large number will do well both inside and outside, there are few differences when learning how to grow herbs indoors. Containers rapidly dry out so it is necessary to remember to give plants the moisture they require.
Herbs are really low maintenance. Put them in appropriate soil and they'll flourish with almost no help at all. They can even thrive in conditions which would be very hard on most other plants. They hardly need fertilizer, can tolerate droughts and will return each new year. Just keep an eye on the amount of sunlight they receive - be sure they are able to bask in plenty of sunshine wherever they grow.
Which herbs are the best to choose when learning how to grow herbs indoors?
Bay Laurel, a Mediterranean native, prefers a lot of sunshine and dry weather, but it may be planted inside or outdoors. Just be sure your container has good drainage if you wish to keep this in your indoor herb garden. Let it have lots of sun if it's near or inside your house. Fill the pot with pre-dampened potting soil, then be sure the pot is big enough to keep the Bay Laurel from getting root bound. Next, place this herb where it can receive at least six hours a day of sun, then watch it outgrow the container in just a year.
Chives thrive in pots, but the garden is where they truly excel. They will soak up heat and then sprout up to one foot or more, putting out lovely purple flowers. They do quite well bunched together and will last years, wintering just fine in colder climates. Clip their leaves near the base rather than farther up.
An example for an herb that can be grown inside the house is Parsley. If grown outside it lasts for a season but if kept in a pot it can keep going for more time. They are not difficult to take care of and they easily grow from plants. Sprouts come from the center. It is a good idea to cut short the peripheral ones initially to maintain health of the plant. If you are in North side keep the plant near a south facing window as the plants grow healthy absorbing the sunlight.
Keep Lavender outside until you want to incorporate it into potpourri or a sachet. Its lovely pinkish-purple hues are great for ground cover and will keep your garden smelling fresh.
Many herbs flourish inside or out, whether in a basket or planter. Just be sure they're not over-watered; a combination of clay and granular loam in the soil will work great. When learning how to grow herbs indoors, don't forget that these charming herbs make great seasonings too!
