Spring Project: Start a Windowsill Herb Garden

May 1st 2012 at 8:04PM by Wendy Rose Gould

One of the greatest things you can have on hand in any household is a healthy supply of herbs. The fresher they are, of course, the better your food will taste. An easy way to keep fresh herbs on hand is to grow your own.

You can start a windowsill herb garden from scratch with seeds. If you're a little apprehensive to that idea, consider buying already sprouted plants. These are available inexpensively at farmers' markets, home goods stores and even regular, everyday grocery stores.

In addition to needed the actual plant, you'll want good potting soil, fertilizer, planters and plant markers to help you keep everything organized. Having your plants marked is handy when they're first starting to sprout since everything looks the same, but may require different treatment.

Lastly, you'll may want to invest in an herb planting advice book. Of course, you can always search the infinite Internet for tips and advice on how to keep your windowsill herb garden thriving.

Below are some products that will help get your windowsill garden started. Features at top left is Etsy seller Harlowlane's Herb garden Kit ($36).