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How to Start Your Own Herb Garden | Gardener's Path
22.06.2023 - 19:21 / gardenerspath.com / Kristina HicksHamblin
How to Start Your Own Herb GardenA little sprinkle of fresh herbs on a meal can mean the difference between flavors that are just nice, and flavors that are just spectacular.
And when you have fresh herbs growing in your own backyard, porch planters, or window box, this makes it even easier to boost the flavor of your homemade meals.
Starting an herb garden so you can have your own fresh supply of these aromatics is the perfect gardening project for spring.
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Before you get started though, you’ll want to learn about the best growing conditions, decide on a gardening method that will work for you, and think about whether you want to start with seeds or live plants.
Whether you start your spring herb collection from seeds or seedlings, you have a wide variety to choose from.
Some are culinary or medicinal, and others that are just nice to have around for their enticing fragrances, ornamental value, and ability to attract pollinators. Many have multiple uses.
Luckily, there are a variety of ways to grow a spring herb garden – so you’ll have lots of choices. And you can customize your project to suit your preferences, size constraints, and resources.
I’ll walk you through some ideas for starting an herb garden this spring. But first, here’s an overview of what I’ll cover:
Growing ConditionsBefore you pick out a selection of your favorite herbs, make sure you have the right growing conditions available to help them prosper.
SunMost herbs need full sun, so pick the right location – one that receives at least 8 hours of direct sun per day.
Sometimes a spot in your yard can appear to have full sun – until later in spring when
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