Fresh herbs picked at their height of perfection and delivered straight to your cooking pot—think that’s a possibility only for those lucky enough to have outdoor gardens? Actually, it’s easy to grow many varieties of herbs indoors, even right in your kitchen…
Another thing is to consider moving your potted herb plants toward their winter home before the first frost. But, put them in a bright, cool “transitional zone before you move them indoors right away. Also, you should remember to protect them from heat and dryness. Most herbs prefer daytime temperatures of about 65 to 70 degrees F, although they can withstand climbs into the 70s.
Most herbs like to be well watered but don’t like wet conditions. Add sand or vermiculite to the potting soil to ensure good drainage. When it comes to lighting, if the light is low, keep the temperature low.
Here’s our list of best 5 herbs to grow indoor on your kitchen windowsill…
Oregano
Oregano is best if started with a tip cutting from an outdoor plant. Place the pot in a south-facing window.
Parsley
Start parsley from seeds or dig up a clump from your garden at the end of the season. Parsley likes plenty of suns but will grow slowly in an east, or west-facing window.