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Andy
2017年02月15日
Andy
Start apartment gardening if you live in a city and don’t have space for a regular garden with these 7 apartment herb garden tips. We all try to be as healthy and natural as possible. We go to grocery stores, organic markets and spend money on superfoods. We purify our drinking water, pay attention to our body and try occasionally to enjoy nature to come out of our hectic schedules. A herb garden fits perfectly into this picture. Your home-grown herbs and perhaps vegetables too. Who does not want that? Freshest and tastiest. But of course, there is still a practical side to this story. How to create a herb garden? Did you have space for a garden in your urban house? Maybe not, but you can create a small garden anywhere. In your apartment balcony, on a small terrace, patio or on a rooftop you can create a herb garden. Apartment Herb Garden Tips 1. Choose herbs that you like and use most
Gardening with herbs is easiest. A good start is half the work. Carefully think about what you want exactly. A herb garden (or any kind of garden) takes time, money and energy so it’s good to know what you need before you start. Do you eat a lot of basil, parsley, cilantro or even thyme or rosemary? If you’re not so sure what you’re using exactly and frequently wait for a couple of weeks and keep a small diary or save your observation in a message or email draft and see what often gets into your food, which herb is essential in your food culture and which one you would like to try. Once you get the answers, go ahead to buy herbs for a herb garden or start them from seeds. 2. Evaluate well the available space
Next, it is important that you choose a good place for your herb garden. That is of course entirely dependent on the available space. In a limited space like a windowsill you should probably do this with a few pots. It would be better if you have a balcony or roof terrace, you are all set and if you have a garden, the possibilities are quite endless. What you should think, especially if you need to work in a small space, is that how much sunlight you get there. 3. Go vertical to create space
Go vertical to create space. Use walls, railings and ceiling to hang planters. If you think smartly you can increase your space up to 3-4 times this way. You can hang shelves too where you can put small pots. Another attractive solution to make a pallet shelve or use a shoe rack. If you’re growing herbs indoors buying a herb garden set is also a good idea. 4. Grow more than just herbs
If there is space left grow more than just herbs. Beautiful annual flowers, foliage plants or long-lasting perennials. A lemon tree or a dwarf fruit tree. The possibilities are endless. You can also start to grow your ow vegetables. 5. Provide shade in the hottest months
Plants love sunlight. But as with everything in moderation is very important. If your place receives day long excessive sunshine provides a little afternoon shade, especially in warm climates. Too much sun can dry the herbs and die, herbs like cilantro bolts in warm temperature in the scorching sun. 6. Create a nice seating area in your herb garden
Your herb garden will also look very nice and the fragrance of aromatic herbs will make it a wonderful place to sit in. If you have grown some flowers and shrubs you can enjoy it more. So it’s a good idea to create a nice place to sit. Also Read: How to Make a Balcony Herb Garden 7. Get enough place to store herbs
With these apartment herb garden tips and some dedication, the time will come when the herbs are ready to be picked. You can pick off fresh fragrant leaves to garnish on your dishes or you can store some for later use. Of course, it depends entirely on how much you have sown this will decide how much you will have to reap. It is nice to keep the dried herbs in the kitchen so that you can use them during cooking conveniently.
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Andy
2017年02月15日
Andy
If you’re new to gardening and planning to grow herbs then check out these 13 easy to grow herbs. All of them are low maintenance. Also Read: How to Make Spiral Herb Garden Easy to Grow Herbs for a Herb Garden 1. Parsley
Parsley is a biennial herbaceous plant, although it can also be grown as an annual. It is propagated from seeds easily, place it in a sunny or shady it doesn’t mind, parsley is not picky about soil type too. However, choose soil that is not too compact. It is one of the most easy to grow herbs for containers. 2. Mint
Mint is a very aromatic, perennial herb that can be grown in pots or in garden soil. It needs plenty of water and supply of mineral fertilizers or natural organic fertilizers to spread heavily. It grows better in partial shade. You can easily get new plants from its cuttings or by dividing the root ball. 3. Rosemary
Use it fresh or dried, rosemary is a boon to have in a kitchen garden. Growing rosemary from seeds is slightly difficult as it takes time, quicker way is to buy a potted rosemary plant and multiply it from cuttings. 4. Lavender
You can grow lavender in a variety of climates. Suitable for cool temperate or Mediterranean climates you can also grow this most beautiful herb in subtropical regions. If you want to multiply it, do it by cuttings of 10 cm. in size in summer. Also Read: How to Grow Lavender in Tropics 5. Thyme
An easy to grow and less demanding herb, it adapts to all types of soils and is highly resistant to drought. You only need to provide it the sun. After four or five years this low growing plant loses some of its perfume and you may need to replace the old plants. *Grow it as annual in tropics. 6. Chamomile
It likes full sun, with well-drained and permeable soil. It is resistant to drought and once bloomed in the spring, you should cut it to regain its strength. If you collect the flowers, you must do this in its fullness, dry flowers in shade to avoid the exposure to direct sunlight to avoid spoilage. 7. Sage
One of the toughest herbs that prefer full sun situations, especially if you live in a cool climate, always plant sage in a warm place. Sage can be grown in a variety of soil types, well draining and permeable soil with little organic matter is recommended. In subtropical or tropical climatic zones, grow sage in a slightly clayey soil in pots and provide shade in the afternoon. *Overwatering must be avoided. 8. Oregano
This pungent herb is most favorite of many. It is known for centuries throughout the Mediterranean and West Asia, where it grows freely. Growing oregano is not difficult, grow it from seeds, cuttings or buy a few potted plants for your garden in the spring. To ensure the quality, remove 3-4 years old plant and grow new ones. 9. Lemon Verbena
Being a subtropical herb lemon verbena needs a warm environment to thrive. Grow the plant in direct sun. In cooler zones, growing lemon verbena in pots is a better idea to protect it from frost. 10. Rue
Basically, an ornamental medicinal herb but it is also used in recipes though sparingly. It is not much popular but growing this pungent herb is a great way to repel insects from your garden. It grows in USDA Zones 4-9 and requires the sun or partial shade and protection from the wind. It prefers poor and calcareous soils. 11. Basil
Basil must be planted in full sun (6 hours minimum) in a well-drained and moist soil. Pick leaves to encourage the growth and when the plant is young pick the tips for thick bushier shape. 12. Curry Tree
Grow the pungent curry tree plant if you want to enjoy more flavor in your South East Asian delicacies and Indian curries. However, the curry tree does not tolerate frost but it is exceptionally a low maintenance, drought resistant tropical herb. You can grow it in a pot and protect it in winters, it’s easy. Also Read: How to Grow Curry Tree 13. Bay Leaf Tree
One more small to medium sized tree in our list that is easy to grow. Grow bay leaf tree to add flavor to your soups and stews. This plant may not be hardy to cooler zones below 8 and requires protection in winter. The best way to overwinter this Mediterranean herb is to keep it indoors. Learn how to grow laurel bay leaf tree
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Andy
2017年02月15日
Andy
Turmeric is a superfood and has many medicinal benefits. Growing turmeric in pots is not so difficult if you follow this how-to guide.
USDA Zones— 7b – 11, below these zones grow it from spring to fall Difficulty— Easy to Moderate Other Names— Curcuma, Curcuma aromatica, Curcuma domestica, Curcumae longa, Curcumae Longae Rhizoma, Curcumin, Curcumine, Curcuminoid, Curcuminoïde, Curcuminoïdes, Curcuminoids, Halada, Haldi, Haridra, Indian Saffron, Nisha, Pian Jiang Huang, Racine de Curcuma, Radix Curcumae, Rajani, Rhizoma Cucurmae Longae, Safran Bourbon, Safran de Batallita, Safran des Indes, Turmeric Root, Yu Jin. Soil pH— Slightly acidic to slightly alkaline soil Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is obtained from the underground tubers or rhizomes. Originated in India, it is now cultivated throughout the tropical Asia and in smaller extent in other subtropical and tropical parts of the world. Turmeric plants look good too, you can grow them outdoors to get a tropical look in your garden.
Where to Find the Rhizome or Turmeric Plant As you may already know, turmeric grows from the rhizomes like ginger. The easiest way to find them is to search for fresh turmeric rhizome in organic food stores. Also, try searching for it in the local garden center or seed store. Alternatively, you can find a turmeric plant or rhizome online. Choosing a Pot For growing turmeric in pots, choose a large pot as this amazing herb can easily exceed the height of 1 m. Pot should be at least 12 inches deep and 12-18 inches wide so that the plant can spread its tubers freely. Plant 1 or 2 rhizomes in such a pot. Planting Turmeric The best season to plant turmeric is spring or summer when the temperature starts to stay above 54 F (12 C), but if you are living in tropics, it can be planted throughout the year. After you have got the rhizome follow the steps below for planting: Break large rhizome into small pieces, each one should have at least two or three buds.Fill a pot with rich organic soil that is moist and well-drained.Place it about 2 inches (5 cm) below the soil surface, with the buds facing up.Water the pot thoroughly.Requirements for Growing Turmeric in Containers
Growing turmeric is similar to ginger, it requires warm and humid climate to thrive. If you live in a cool temperate climate or if you’re short of space and want to grow your own turmeric rhizomes then learn how to grow turmeric in pots. Position The position must be sheltered from the wind. In tropics, the plant is grown in dappled shade and does not like all day long intense direct sun, considering this keep the turmeric plant in partial sun in the warmer zones (USDA Zone 9 and above). However, in temperate climates, provide it full sun for optimum growth, some shade in the afternoon would be okay. Soil Plant turmeric in a light and loamy soil that is rich in organic matters. Use well-drained soil otherwise the plant will suffer. Water Watering requirements are similar to ginger. Keep the soil moist throughout the growing season from spring to fall and do not hesitate to mist the foliage in dry weather to increase the humidity level around the plant. If growing turmeric in a warmer region, keep watering the plant to maintain moist soil in winters too. Temperature The ideal temperature range for growing turmeric is between 68-95 F (20-35 C). When the temperature drop below 50 F (10 C) the plant suffers. Turmeric Plant Care
  Overwintering Since you are growing turmeric in a pot, move the plant inside even in low-light conditions. Because you have to only overwinter the roots. It is important that when you grow turmeric indoors maintain a constant ambient temperature of approximately 64 F (18 C). Overwintering turmeric on ground If you’re growing turmeric in true tropical climate then you don’t need to care about winter. But in warm temperate zones (below USDA Zones 9b and down to 7) to overwinter your turmeric plants, reduce watering around the end of fall and when the leaves begin to wilt and turn yellow due to temperature drop cut the plant back to the ground so that it can hibernate. It will perk up again in the spring. If you want to grow turmeric in cooler areas (below zone 7) then you have to dig up the rhizomes to save them from freezing. For this, dig up the rhizomes and rinse off excess soil from them, snap off rotting pieces. Air dry them and store in a cool and dry place until spring. Fertilizer Fertilize turmeric every month with an all-purpose liquid fertilizer during the growing season. Application of manure or compost also helps. Pruning The turmeric plant should not be pruned. It is sufficient if you remove dried leaves time to time. Pests and Diseases Turmeric plant is not prone to any serious disease or pests. However, red spider mites and scales can become a problem. In diseases, it only suffers from rhizome rot and leaf spot. Rot appears when the plant is grown in waterlogged soil. Therefore, it is important to grow turmeric in well-drained soil. Harvesting Turmeric plant takes 8 to 10 months to mature. Harvesting is done once the leaves become yellow and stems start to dry. Harvesting turmeric is not difficult, simply dig up the plant entirely, including the roots. Cut the required amount and then replant the remaining part again to get a new plant growing. After you cut the rhizome, follow the steps below to process it: Boil the rhizomes.Carefully remove the skin from rhizomes.Place the bare rhizomes in a tray.Dry them by exposing to sunlight. When the rhizomes are dry, grind them and store your homemade organic fresh turmeric powder in an air tight container. Turmeric Uses and Benefits Turmeric powder has many medicinal properties that have long been known in the India and China. Turmeric is termed as ‘Super Food‘ probably the most powerful natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. It is used as an anti-depressant and plays a protective role against Alzheimer’s disease and against different types of cancers. Turmeric powder is the most prominent ingredient in almost all kind of curry recipes, a pinch of it is used to provide pretty orange color. Its leaves are also useful. Young shoots and flowers are used in Thai cuisines while the leaves are used to flavor the fish in Indonesia. One thing you did not know and surprise you is the addition of pepper in a diet as it contains piperine helps in the absorption of turmeric. Especially the black pepper, it can tenfold the benefits of this superfood.
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Andy
2017年02月15日
Andy
Learn how to grow cilantro in a pot. Growing cilantro in containers is not difficult all you need is to follow a few tips and fulfill a few growing requirements.
Cilantro is a highly aromatic herb that is used to enhance the flavor of many South-East Asian and Mexican cuisines and as a dressing to improve the appearance of meal served. Most of the people tend to think that cilantro is one of the most difficult herbs to grow but that’s not true. However, it is little but easy to grow if you follow the way of growing cilantro. Choosing A Pot Mostly people choose too shallow pots for growing cilantro but that’s a mistake. Similar to dill, cilantro needs a pot that is deep and wide. For growing cilantro in a pot, choose one that is 18 inches wide and at least 10-12 inches deep, this would be a perfect size. Best Cilantro Planting Time Start cilantro once all the dangers of frost are passed. You can grow cilantro successively from spring to fall. In warm temperates and much hotter regions (USDA Zone 8 and above) you can grow cilantro in winters too. Cilantro can tolerate light frost easily. Below the zone 8, in much cooler regions, you can grow cilantro in cold frames and overwinter it. In warm tropical climate (USDA Zone 10-11), cilantro grows best in fall and winter. However, it can be grown year round in such climate as in many tropical countries fresh cilantro leaves are available all year but you’ll need to cope with the bolting problem. You may need to harvest quickly and provide shade in spring and summer. Growing Cilantro From Seeds It is better if you sow the seeds directly in a pot in which you like to grow the plants later as cilantro has long taproot and it doesn’t transplant well, especially when the plant grows up slightly. Sow seeds 1/4 inches deep. Keep the soil moist until the seedlings germinate. If you have grown them in the seed tray, once the plants have formed 2-3 leaves, plant them to their final location in a pot. If you’re planting grocery store seeds, gently crush the seed husk before sowing. As cilantro seeds are enclosed in a husk that you’ll need to crush to improve the germination rate.Requirements For Growing Cilantro In Pot
Location It is a plant that grows best in the sun. But be careful, too much heat will make it go to seed quickly. In summer (or in warm climates) place it in a position that receives shade in the afternoon. Watering Cilantro likes evenly moist soil. When watering, make sure you never wet the foliage as cilantro is really susceptible to powdery mildew. Soil Neutral soil that is very rich in organic matter and crumbly in texture helps this plant to grow. Also, the addition of aged manure or compost provide a good steady supply of nitrogen and other trace elements, thus promotes the vegetative growth. Spacing You can grow cilantro plants thickly but for optimum growth space the plants 4 inches apart. Cilantro Plant Care
Fertilizer Feed the cilantro bimonthly with any half strength nitrogen-rich fertilizer to promote the foliage growth. You don’t need to fertilize your cilantro plants much if you side dress them with compost or manure. Also, the application of fish emulsion is recommended. Deadheading Inspect your cilantro plants every day to see if the flowers are appearing, deadhead them regularly to promote the production of leaves. However, you can leave them if you want your plants to seed. Problem With Coriander/Cilantro: The recurring problem with cilantro is bolting. The plant eventually goes to seed but a lot earlier in hot weather. Flowers start to appear quickly, then giving way to seed and after seeding the plant dies. The best solution for this problem is to sow seeds successively, plant seeds every other week to get a regular harvest. Also, once the plant starts to bolt pinch the top of it to slow down the process. Pests And Diseases In pests, look out for aphids. Mildew is the most common disease that kills this herb, more consistently occurs in humid warm weather. To prevent powdery mildew, keep a good distance between the plants, provide good air circulation and avoid overhead watering, wetting the leaves also promote the growth of many other fungal infections. Harvesting You can start to harvest young cilantro leaves too early, about 3-4 weeks after sowing seeds. Leaves can be picked from the plant when they have reached 3-6 inches in length. If you want to harvest the entire plant you should wait at least 45-70 days. Cutting the entire plant at soil level or 2 inches above the crown.
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Andy
2017年02月15日
Andy
Love growing herbs? But have you tried to preserve and store them? Here’re the best ways to HARVEST, preserve, and store herbs. Must see! Summer is a great time to replenish stocks of herbs in our kitchen shelves and pantries. Thanks to the cheerful warm and sunny weather, in that season many herbs achieves the strongest aroma as well as essential oils. Therefore, it is important to learn how to harvest herbs at an appropriate time and how to dry and store them collectively to keep as much of their flavor. How and When to Harvest Herbs
Leaves Generally, most herbs have the best flavor and fragrance before flowering. So make sure to harvest them before the flowering. As a rule of thumb, never harvest more than one-third of the entire aerial growth at one time so that the plant can recover again. Although, exception are some fast growing herbs like chives and mint (or any other particular herb that grows best in your region) that can be harvested more aggressively. The leaves are collected according to the characteristics of the plant, for example– Harvest the top set of basil leaves to keep it bushy, while for parsley the outer leaves should be harvested first. The best time of day to harvest herbs is the late morning or early afternoon after the dew has dried off (which can promote fungus after harvesting), but it must be done before the intense midday sun. Seeds To harvest herbs grown for their seeds, say– dill, fennel, cumin, coriander, and caraway; wait for a dry day and when the seedpods are dry and brittle. Shake the ripened seed pod into a paper bag, label it and store it in a dry place. Flowers Harvest herb flowers just as they start to open. The flowers, like those of nasturtium, borage, chives, cilantro or fennel are mainly used as a flavoring when fresh. Lavender, chamomile, and bergamot etc. can be harvested the same way you read about harvesting the leaves. Learn how to store and harvest chamomile here. Preserving Herbs Before proceeding with any of the following methods given below, you must take into account some basic steps before herbs are preserved properly. First, make sure that the leaves (or any other part) are pest and disease free. Also, it is important to give a quick wash: it is necessary to remove dust and maintain the essential oils. After this, shake the herbs first to remove excess water and clean them gently with a soft, clean cloth or paper towel. If, in case you’re drying roots too, wash them thoroughly, use a vegetable brush to scrub them. 1. Drying Herbs
One of the most commonly used methods to preserve herbs is drying them. The most important rule is to dry herbs in the shortest possible time, this is to keep the maximum content of essential oils and active substances inside them. Also, tender leaf herbs such as basil, lemon balm, mint, oregano, and tarragon will mold due to their high moisture content if not dried quickly. For this, spread the herbs in a thin layer on a double layer of paper towel or newspaper and leave them until they dry out completely (during this time rotate them regularly). The place should be shady, cool, dry, well-ventilated and airy. Note: Herbs can be dried outside in the sun but for the better flavor and color and to save the essential oils it is better to dry them indoors. If you have a dry and shady attic that is clean, you should hang in there cut stalks of herbs tied in loose bunches. The stalks in these conditions will slowly dry out without losing the valuable components. Drying Herbs in a Microwave Another solution for drying of leaves and roots is to use the microwave oven. Its use will significantly reduce the time required for drying. Place a really thin layer of herb branches on a paper towel over a microwave safe plate or tray.Now, lay another paper towel on top of herbs.Set the microwave on high for a couple of minutes, keep checking every 30 seconds to stop if the herbs start to burn.Do this until the herbs dry out completely.Drying Seeds The seeds should be dried in brown paper bags at room temperature for 2 to 3 weeks, well protected from the moisture. Drying Roots Unearth the plant carefully and thoroughly wash the root to remove all dirt. (Use brush if necessary). Cut the roots into pieces and place them on a rack to dry them either in the sun or indoors in some warm dry place until crisp. You can also tie roots in bunches and hang to let them dry. 2. Freezing Herbs
A completely different method of fixation is the use of very low temperatures. The herbs remain frozen are comparably much fresh than subjected to drying and at the same time they are convenient to use too. Excellent way to store herbs is to freeze chopped herbs in the ice cubes. Read this excellent article on Gardener’s world. Freezing Herbs in Oil
Preserving herbs in olive oil is one of the best kitchen tricks— it takes almost no effort but still infuses a lot of flavor into a dish. It makes the perfect addition to winter and fall stews, roasts, soups, and it’s the perfect way to top mashed potatoes. You can use these little cubes of deliciousness in just about anything, and you’ll be so pumped that you took 10 minutes to whip them up while herbs were in abundance. Read more of this on The Pioneer Woman. Please remember, if you freeze a number of different herbs, it is worth to mark trays or containers in which you’re keeping them 3. Preserving Herbs in Vinegar
Preserving herbs in vinegar is one of the best ways to store and preserve herbs. Herbal vinegar makes great additions to salad dressings, fresh or sautéed vegetables, and make great gifts as well. All you will need are fresh herbs, vinegar, and canning jars. Use about 4 cups of fresh herbs to a gallon of vinegar, more if you want a stronger flavor. Check out this post to learn how to do it. 4. Preserving Herbs with Salt or Sugar
Preserving herbs with salt or sugar is an old and traditional but less popular method these days. You can also use flavored sugar or salt to preserve your garden herbs. Check out the tutorial here.
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Andy
2017年02月15日
Andy
Want to grow an Indoor Herb Garden? Learn everything you need to know in these 7 INFOGRAPHICS that’ll teach you everything about growing herbs indoors. Growing an indoor herb garden is the best way to grow your own herbs if you don’t have space outdoors. 1. Growing Herbs From Seeds
Starting herb seeds successfully either indoor or outdoor requires a number of things including ample light, quality growing medium, moisture, the right temperature, air circulation, and the MOST important thing– lots of patience. Save and use the infographic given above to learn how to start herb seeds. 2. Herb Planting Tips
Use this infographic to learn about a few basic herb planting tips. 3. How To Grow Your Own Indoor Herb Garden
Source: Chadwicks If you live in an apartment the best way to always have fresh herbs is to make your very own indoor herb garden or if you have a balcony you can create a Balcony Herb Garden. Also, Chadwicks have put together this perfect infographic to help you successfully grow your own indoor herb garden. 4. Light Requirements Of Indoor Herbs
Source: The Growers Exchange Check out this comprehensive infographic on light requirements of indoor herbs. This infographic will help you ensure that your indoor herbs are receiving proper amount of light so that you’ll get bountiful and flavourful harvest. 5. Easiest Herbs To Grow Indoors
Source: Desima If you are just beginning with indoor herb gardening it is worth to grow easiest herbs first to ensure successful harvest. This great infographic will help you in choosing the easiest herbs to grow. 6. Guide To Flavoring With Herbs
Source: Cooksmarts This infographic is about storing and using herbs in cooking. To help you get cooking with herbs and learn how to keep them fresh, take help of this infographic. It will tell you all about herbs and their flavors, when to use fresh herbs and dried herbs and how to properly store them so that they’ll last longer. 7. How To Create A Windowsill Herb Garden
Source: TheTruthAboutCancer This inforgraphic is about the herbs you can grow on the windowsill, to learn more you can read our guide on Windowsill Herb Gardening.
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Andy
2017年02月15日
Andy
Fragrant, fast-growing, and one of the most used culinary herbs– Mint can be grown indoors. Growing mint indoors is easy and doesn’t require many efforts! Herbs can be grown indoors and mint is one of them. However, mint (or any other herb) growing indoors can’t grow as vigorously as outdoors. Still, you can enjoy those freshly picked leaves year-round, even in winters!
Growing Mint in Water It is also possible, to grow mint in water all you need to do is to take tip cuttings of about 5-6 inches length from an established mint plant. Remove the bottom leaves and place the cuttings in a water-filled glass or bottle. Keep the bottle in a cool spot that is bright and receives indirect light. Keep changing the water every other day. The cutting will develop a few leaves and last for several days, you can either plant it in a container filled with soil or use it. Requirements For Growing Mint Indoors Growing mint indoors is rewarding, it complements vegetables, salads, yogurt, and meat and freshly picked leaves taste so great. Also, if you want to make an Indoor Herb Garden, mint is the best herb, to begin with. There are about 600 mint species to choose from, grow which one you like most! There are a few simple needs you need to care about– use a medium sized pot (2-3 gallon would be fine) when growing mint in containers, a wide planter is good as mint spread through runners and it’ll give space to plant to cover. Location Mint can tolerate some shade outside but it needs a minimum 3-4 hour of direct sunlight to grow well. Choose a location where this can receive that much sun and proper air circulation. Near a window or door, if you can keep it on a windowsill or on a balcony it would be best! Also Read: Windowsill Herb Garden Soil Quality potting mix that is light and soilless is what you need to grow mint indoors. You can also make it yourself: Combine 4-6 parts peat moss, 1 part perlite and 1 part vermiculite. If adding nutrients, blend 1/2 cup each bone meal, oyster shell lime (raises pH) and cottonseed meal/canola meal per 8 gallons of potting mix.ORFollow this basic recipe– Add 1 part peat moss or coco peat, 1 part perlite (sand if you don’t have access to perlite), 1 part compost, 1 part sterile garden soil (optional).Water Mint loves moist soil, remember, moist soil not overly wet. You should be careful (especially in winter) with watering and don’t soak the plant both in the morning and evening to pamper it. Just keep the plant well watered and slightly moist. Both underwatering and overwatering should be avoided. Fertilizer Herbs growing indoors or anywhere shouldn’t be fertilized heavily or else they lose flavor. Feeding the mint plant occasionally using water-soluble all-purpose fertilizer should be enough. You can also mulch the top layer of the pot with compost or manure. How to Care for Indoor Mint Plant
Pinching and Pruning Pinch off the tips regularly to encourage the plant to grow more branches and become bushier. Prune off the lanky, spindly and dried branches time to time to keep the plant in shape. Temperature Mint loves moderate temperature, it should be saved from cold drafts in temperates. If you live in a warm tropical climate keep it away from hot and dry air, also, you’ll need to water the plant regularly. The indoor temperature should be around at least 65-70 F (18-21 C) in day and 55-60 F (13-15 C) in the night. Harvest Harvesting mint is easy. The best method is picking when you need. Pick off the sprigs or leaves just when you need whether you’re using them for dessert or lunch. Never let the flowers bloom and pinch off once you see them.
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Andy
2017年02月14日
Andy
Learn how to build a herb spiral in this article. A spiral herb garden is used for growing different herbs in a small space. With it, you can make a perfect use of your vertical space in an arranged manner.The principle of spiral herb garden is simple but functional
A herb spiral is basically a small herb garden. It is three-dimensional and have beds in a confined, sloppy space of spiral shape, which can be used to grow various herbs. The top area of the spiral receives the full sun and has superior drainage, therefore, herbs that like exposure to the sun and good drainage are planted there. The bottom area of the spiral is suitable to grow herbs that require moist soil and less sun. Herb spiral has spirally upward walls that are made of natural stones or bricks. The spiral shape is enlarged in contrast to the raised bed, the bed area has sufficient space to grow herbs and there are several zones with different soil characteristics and exposure to the sun. The walls of herb spiral store solar heat and pass it at night back to the plant. Gabion walls look very attractive and are suitable for spiral herb gardens, too. At the foot of the herb spiral you can even make a mini pond, which will retain the moisture in the lower area, or if you want, you can create a  wetland where you can grow plants that love saturated soil. Making a herb spiral is relatively cheap or almost free. It utilizes vertical space, which means you can grow more plants in small space. It also provides microclimates to different plants that mean you can grow more variety of plants. You can also make it on a concrete floor in your urban space. How to Build a Herb Spiral
Build a herb spiral in a spot that receives at least 5 hours of sunlight daily. A sunny spot is good, but if you live in tropics choose an area that receives shade in the afternoon. You can also make herb spiral on a rooftop garden or on a large balcony or terrace. Materials Required for a Spiral herb Garden • Limestone and limestone rubble • Soil • Compost or aged manure • Geotextile, pond liner or large container • Gravel, crushed stones or wood chips for the driveway around the spiral • Plants • Working Tools: Spade, shovel, wheelbarrow, a stick, a rope and a measurement tape. An 80-100 cm (0.8-1 m) high herb spiral should have a minimum diameter of 1.5-2 m.How to Make a Herb Spiral
1. Decide where on the ground you’ll make a herb spiral. Plant a pole exactly at the center of that area and with the help of the measurement tape and rope, make a circle with a stick and then mark it with limestone. 2. Now erode the topsoil with the help of a shovel or spade to level the spot, also remove weeds and other debris. 3. If you want to create a pond or wetland at the foot of the spiral dig the soil more deeply at that point. 4. Before you lay the stones to make the wall, cover the excavation for the future pond with pond liner and around the spiral and its path with geotextile to prevent the weeds. If you don’t want to use geotextile, lay the cardboards. You can skip this step if you want. 5. Use the larger stones for the very bottom file of the spiral wall and smaller stones for the top. Keep the top layer of stones slightly inclined towards the interior. 6. Raise the row of layered stones and spiral up to a height of about 0.80 to 1 m. Always fill in the gaps with gravel or rubble. Also, at the center of the spiral, which is deepest, you can fill half of its depth with rubble or gravel. 7. Space for the plants to grow between the spirals should be, according to the amplitude of the spiral, ideally 30 to 50 cm. 8. Add a thin layer of crushed stone, gravel, wood chips or other materials in the base of your spiral bed where you’ll grow plants to cover the gap and improve drainage. At last, fill the spiral with soil and aged manure or compost. Once done, your spiral herb garden is ready for planting.
9. In the case of very large spirals, it could be difficult to collect herbs from the center without stepping on the bed so it is a good idea to lay the stones as footholds. For stability, it is important that the stones are placed with the smooth side down, and they are arranged staggered to avoid creating continuous joints. Herb Spiral Plans for PlantingPlan 1 Here we have provided you a plan for a small Mediterranean spiral herb garden: For this, you will need a warm and sunny place. You can easily adjust your choice of herbs according to your climate and amount of sun your herb spiral may receive.
In a herb spiral, grow all the herbs you need for everyday cooking. The top of the herb spiral is a dry spot, which is ideal for the Mediterranean herbs such as lavender, sage, rosemary, or thyme. The middle circle of the spiral inhabits herbs that like slight moisture and requires the sun to thrive– cilantro, dill, lemon balm, lemon grass or chives. In the lower side, plant herbs that tolerate evenly moist soils and some shade such as mint, basil or parsley. Plan 2 According to the plan 2, at the time of filling the soil in your spiral herb garden, bear in mind that this should be ideally divided into the four zones, each of which fades into the next without the continuity to give a different environment to your plants.
The area which is marked as A is on top of the spiral – Here you can grow Mediterranean or tropical herbs– Fill it with a light and loamy soil with the slight amount of sand. In the second turn of the spiral, which is marked as B – Fill it with the soil that has some clay, also add a lot of compost to lighten it. The lowest curve of the spiral, which is C– Fill it with rich potting soil and plenty of aged manure. If you have not made a small water pond, then last is the swampy area D– Here add nutrient-rich soil so that you can grow here the plants that love wet soils. Herb Spiral PlantsA Rosemary (1), lavender (2), hyssop (3), Roman chamomile (4), sage (5), Oregano (6), savory (7), thyme (8), rui or (fake curry plant) helichrysum italicum (9). B Rocket (10), nasturtium (11), tarragon (or tarragon) (12), cilantro (13) Bishop’s weed (14), calendula (15), Marjoram (16 ), ginger (17). C Lemon balm (18), parsley (can not be close to chives), Bee balm (19) dill (20), garlic (21), chervil (22), chive (23), marshmallow (24), mint (25). D
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Get inspired by following these 24 Indoor Herb Garden Ideas we’ve collected from around the web, click on the links given below to see the images and tutorials that you like to know about. Nothing beats a few sprigs of fresh herbs straight from the planter itself. But if you are short of outdoor space or have weather conditions that discourage you. Make an indoor herb garden. Indoor Herb Garden Ideas 1. TeaCup Herb Garden
Grow a herb garden in vintage teacups that you no longer use. Not only it will look good but this way you will be able to  grow your own herbs. Learn how to make a teacup planter here! via: TheBowerbirdstories Also Read: Best Tea Herbs 2. Hanging Herb Garden
Create a hanging Herb Garden on each window with hooks, drinking glasses and metal wire. via: Its Bits and Pieces Also Read: Growing Strawberry Upside Down 3. Kitchen Utensil Herb Garden
Give a Second Life to your old metal boiler or other kitchen utensils as a planter for your kitchen herb garden. via: funkyjunkinteriors Also Read: How to Start a Container Kitchen Garden 4. Tea Can Herb Garden
Have empty tea cans? Use them grow herbs. via: apartment therapy , make good studio 5. Mason Jar Herb Garden
Every home has mason jars why not grow an indoor herb garden in them. via: eighteen25 6. Pallet Herb Garden
Make a hanging Indoor Vertical Garden with recycled pallets. Besides this, there are so many things you can do with pallets, read our post to find out. via: beersnbeans 7. Wooden Crates Herb Garden
Have old wooden crates? Follow this idea. This is the most amazing way to use old crates. via: williamssonoma 8. Hanging Mason Jar Herb Garden
Beautiful and functional. All you need for this DIY is some mason jars and a wooden board. via Camille Styles 9. Hanging Vertical Herb Garden
Small, painted cans are perfect for growing herbs. Paint them in whatever colors suit your style. via: Upcycledstuff Also Read: DIY Pot Decoration Ideas 10. Tiered Herb Garden
Don’t have enough space to place the pots? Make this tired herb garden. via: Fancyfrugallife Also Read: Edible Plants that Grow in Shade 11. DIY Herb Shelf
Not only does this herb shelf uses your vertical space into a beautiful and productive potted garden, but it’s also a rather an easy-to-make project. Follow the link below to find out how to make it. via: Ben Uyeda Also Read: Apartment Balcony Decoration Ideas 12. Wine Bottle Holder Herb Garden
Mount an Ikea wine holder horizontally and plant your herbs into pint glasses. via Curbly 13. Clothespin Herb Planter
This project is simply done with old tuna cans (paint that if desired), with stained wood clothespins clipped onto the edges of the can. You can get these old style clothespins at the dollar store or online. via 7thhouseontheleft Also Read: How to Grow Lemon Tree in a Pot 14. Drawer Herb Garden
Has an unused drawer lain around? Turn it into your very own herb garden. Just insert some pots and/or lining and you’re all set. Also Read: DIY Ladder Shelf via Thegardenglove 15. Pallet Rack Herb Garden
An eye-catcher: Pallet rack with herbs in the jute bag. Also Read: Make Things Out of Twigs and Branches 16. Countertop Tin Can Herb Garden
If you have some space on your counter, you can make this adorable tin can garden. Keep your cans together and allow for drainage in a circular pan or tray. It’s easy and environment-friendly. via HGTV 17. Rain Gutter Herb Garden
Repurpose rain gutters into an easy indoor herb garden. via 1001gardens Also Read: Growing Strawberry in Gutters 18. Shoe Bag Herb Garden
Make this herb garden in a shoe bag that you can easily hang indoors. Handy, if you don’t have a garden. via Culy Also Read: Windowsill Herb Garden 19. Wall Decoration Herb Garden
Make this sweet herb garden with a vintage look with old jam jars and a wooden board. via Miss Also Read: Growing Dill in Tropics 20. Self Watering Bottle Garden
Although this project may take a little more effort than some of those given above but its payoff is worth it: Such a good way to recycle bottles and getting fresh herbs and a sparkling window display. via Designsponge Also Read: How to Water Container Plants 21. Upside Down Herb Garden
Now a fancy way of growing herbs. Try this space saving idea, hang herbs upside down in your kitchen and harvest them whenever needed. via Apartment Therapy Also Read: Growing Tomatoes in Hanging Basket 22. Hanging Jars Herb Garden
Make this colorful herb garden with metal chains, mason jars and hooks. via Bugaboominimrme 23. Indoor Garden Wall
Easy and incredible. With just some little tin buckets, picture hangers, and your plants, you’ll have this beautiful display up in no time. via Tenjuneblog Also Read: Indoor Plants according to Different Light Conditions
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Temperature: Temperature: Best kept at 68°F (20°C), although fluctuations from 60-70°F (15-21°C) are tolerated. The plant can be kept at 55-59°F (13-15°C) will grow slowly and allow rest. Plant death can occur at below 50°F (10°C). Light: During the late fall and all winter long these plants like full, direct sunlight. At any other time of the year, the plants should be grown in partial sun conditions. Too much light during non-flowering times will cause the plant to turn yellow and fail to produce buds in the coming year.
Watering: Although a cactus, this is a tropical plant. The top inch of soil should be kept moist to the touch at all times. Never allow the soil to become water-logged, or permit water to stand in the pot tray. Soil: The Christmas Cactus likes being grown in pots. It demands an easily drained growth medium. Suggested is a mixture of 60% potting soil with a pH balanced formula and either 40% bark or 40% perlite.
Fertilizer: They likewise require a high dose of magnesium in the soil for proper growth, which is achieved through a mixture of 1 teaspoon Epsom salts to 1 gallon of water. This must be delivered to the plant on a monthly basis from early spring through early fall, and should be given two weeks after a regular fertilizer treatment for best results. Humidity: Normal room humidity is suggested for this plant. Mist leaves frequently. Re-Potting: This is best performed in the late spring season. Place the cactus with plenty of room in the container. Re-potting is required every three years to provide additional growth room, although they do prefer being partially pot-bound.
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