New Planting Ideas

If you are looking for plant ideas for container gardening, look no further. Who doesn't enjoy the enticing aromas from the scent of fresh herbs? Can you imagine what it would be like to have wonderful aromas wafting out of your kitchen as you cook with fresh herbs picked moments before in your container garden? Forget about needing a large outside garden to make this happen. Indoor container gardening is relatively easy when you follow these easy tips and ideas; and, herbs are a great way to start!

First let's pick the pot you'll use. Choose pots that fit the feel of your home. Is it contemporary or old world? Pick a pot that reflects your style. Herbs are attractive plants anyway and a well chosen pot will be beautiful in your home, as well as season your food. Once you have your pot or pots chosen, it is a good idea in indoor container gardening to add some bark chips and stones to the bottom. Herbs in particular like a lot of aeration and usually respond well to this method. As far as the type of soil to use, a loose mixture is best. Compact soil makes it difficult for the roots to grow properly.

The easiest way to plant your herbs is to place some soil in the container, add the plant, and fill the pot the rest of the way. In order to eliminate any confusion, on which herb is which, put the information stick that came with your plant in the soil of the pot. Indoor herb container gardening is a simple project that will add a new appreciation for cooking and growing your own seasonings.

There are few other ideas that will help ensure your indoor herb container gardening experience is a success. Remember that herb plants need an average of ten to twelve hours of sunlight a day. If this isn't possible naturally in your home, your best course of action is to purchase a grow light to provide what the plants need. Fertilizer is important to most plants, however since your herbs will be indoors they probably won't need much. Refer to the information tag for specifics of each herb. Finally, while bugs can certainly be a problem even in indoor conditions, be cautious about adding insecticides to the soil. Think organic. If you don't want to eat it, then don't add it.

Herbs are an easy plant idea for container gardening; not to mention, how fun and excellent way to add color and flavor to both your home and food. It is a rare thing to be able to enjoy fresh herbs any time of the year. You won't have to buy what is often expensive herbs in the supermarket; and, you'll have whatever you need fresh when it comes time to whip up your special sauce or season that roast chicken. With your own private collection of herbs to pick from, you'll never lack color or flavor every again if you choose to use herbs as your plant ideas for container gardening.