Small herb garden for the kitchen or balcony
1.6.2016
Translation: machine translated
Flavouring your dishes with fresh herbs not only tastes better, it's healthier too: aromatic herbs are rich in vitamins and can even relieve certain ailments. Thanks to the rising temperatures, you can finally look after your own little herb garden, even if you live in a flat. After all, you can realise your dream of having your own little herb garden even if you don't have any green space.
What you need to know about aromatic plants
- Basil needs plenty of water, sun and should not be placed where the temperature is below 10°C.
- Chives grow just as well in full sun as in the shade. It can be cut with its flowers when it reaches approx. 20cm in length.
- Thyme is rather demanding and grows best in poor, light, dry soil. It should not be planted with marjoram.
- Sage, lemon balm and dill grow quickly and therefore need a lot of space.
- Peppermint and parsley need moist, rich soil and to be in a semi-shaded spot.
- Rosemary prefers sandy, slightly dry soil. It needs plenty of warmth and sunlight.
- Note for home cooks: most herbs are very fragile. As heat can change the flavour, herbs should only be added once the dish is finished.
In the kitchen
As long as the herbs have enough sun, water and are in the right soil, they can be placed on the windowsill. Advanced models of pots even have an irrigation system and indicate the water level. With the Plantui flower pot, for example, herbs grow without a hitch, thanks to the programming device for the light and water pump. [[product:5718825]]
On the balcony
As we rarely have much space on the balcony, it's advisable to place herbs high up. What do you think of a hanging pot or a space-saving shelf?
Planters
Quantity discount
CHF11.20 per piece for 2 units
Esschert Design Flowerpot with hook antique zinc
14 cm
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Léonie de Montmollin
Portfolio Development Manager
leonie.de.montmollin@digitecgalaxus.chWhen I’m not busy putting together home décor themes or planning marketing activities for Galaxus, I enjoy decorating my home with things I love and starting DIY projects I finish all too rarely. The inspiration I get comes from blogs, magazines and travels. My favourite home living styles: Nautical, Scandinavian and Nordic.