Many gardeners look for different ways to incorporate their hobbies into their daily lives. Starting an herb garden is a great way to do just that; plus, when put in a container, an herb garden can be kept right in the kitchen—easily allowing you to reach for fresh herbs whenever they’re needed!
Read on to learn about a few great herbs and how to help them thrive!
Fennel
Perfect for beginners, fennel is a very agreeable plant belonging to the carrot and parsley families. These short-lived perennials will thrive in sunny locations with well-draining soil.
Just make sure to keep enough room for the plants’ growth. Fennel can grow up to 6 ft tall, making it a fantastic backdrop for any flower garden. Additionally, fennel plants should be placed 12-18 inches apart with 2-3 feet between rows.
Check out MorningChores.com for more information on growing and harvesting fennel.
Sage
There are many different varieties of sage. In fact, there are a whopping 900 varieties to be considered. However, some of the more popular varieties include:
- Purple sage
- Pineapple sage
- Garden sage
- Golden sage
It is best to plant sage after the ground temperature reaches 65 degrees Fahrenheit, or about 1-2 weeks before the last frost of the year.
Unlike with fennel, growing sage from seed may not be the best idea; sage takes a while to mature fully mature, meaning an abundance of herbs for cooking won’t be available for a few years.
Regardless of how you choose to grow your sage, choosing the best location and soil are essential. Sage relies on more sandy, loamy, well-draining soil placed in medium to full sunlight to thrive.
Finally, be sure to place the plants about two feet apart, allowing the rounder bushes to take shape and mature. For more tips on planting sage, be sure to check out this article from Gilmour.com.
Of course, there are many more herbs that can be added to an herb garden, but planting these two beginner-friendly, hardy plants is a great place to start.
Then, after planting your herb garden, be sure to check out this recipe for a delicious, warm dinner to fend off the colder nights!
