Many people would like herbs to appear on their plot. In order for such aherb gardento meet our expectations, we need to plan it properly, depending on the species of herbs we want to have. Seehow to start a herb gardenand what herbs are worth planting in it.
Herb garden - mint
Where to start a herb garden
Herbs are plants with high nutritional and healing properties. Therefore, they have long been widely used in cooking, medicine, cosmetics, and as a decorative element in gardens and allotments.The original flavor of herbs can make every meal a delicious feast.
When choosing a place to grow herbs, remember that many species of herbs grown in gardens are plants of foreign origin, which means that they have specific requirements regarding climatic and soil conditions. Species such as savory, lavender, basil, rosemary or marjoram, came to us from countries with warmer climates. Therefore, they will be best in places that are well sunny, warm and sheltered from the wind. On the other hand, those herbs that come from regions of temperate climate (mint, tarragon, lovage, caraway) can be grown even in slightly shaded places.
The shape and size of the herb gardendepend on the individual preferences and imagination of each of us. Selected species of herbs should be planted in groups, so that access to each plant is easy, which will allow for proper care and collection of herbs.
How to start a herb garden
We start preparingthe ground for the herb gardenin the fall, in the year preceding the cultivation. We dig the soil to a depth of about 25 cm and leave it in the so-called sharp furrow. As a result, the soil stores more water, and some pests are also killed.
When spring comes, we loosen and level the soil surface and mark out the places for individual species of herbs. When plantingherb garden on the plot , remember that large plants should be planted in the central part in the bed, and the remaining ones, as their height decreases, are planted towards the edge of the bed. This will allow access to the herbs growing inside and ensure their easy care.
What herbs to sow on the plot
Toto start a herb gardenwe will need appropriate propagation material. We buy seeds in horticultural and seed shops, where you can buy seeds of many species of herbs.Packages with herbs from good producers are described in detail, so they will provide us with the necessary information about sowing or planting, the method of reproduction, the height of the plants as well as their spice and healing properties.
Seeds, depending on the species, are sown directly into the ground or prepared seedlings. We prepare seedlings for plants with high thermal requirements and for most perennial herbs. This group includes basil, garden marjoram, basil and lemon balm, common thyme, sage). The seeds of species with lower thermal requirements, such as garden savory, caraway, lovage), can be sown directly into the ground.
I hope that setting up a herbal corner, in addition to the taste and decorative qualities, will provide you with a lot of satisfaction andherb gardenwill become the soul of your garden.
