Growing Herbs Indoors From Seed

Growing herbs indoors from seed is not only an economical activity but a rewarding experience as well. You will get more fulfillments when you shop right in your garden instead of going in the market for these herbs. During winter, the value of having herb garden indoors is huge considering the prices that skyrockets because of shipping costs.

We all know that herbs’ freshness can contribute a lot to tasty soups, stews and salads. Now wonder many cooks choose to grow their own herbs so they can ensure that they are getting the best quality at a cheaper cost.  Tending one’s herb garden can also help in overcoming the winter’s dreariness while waiting for spring to come and head outdoors. This article will show we can start growing herbs indoors from seed. This is not hard to do as steps will be shown for many eager enthusiasts.

Steps in Growing Herbs Indoors From Seed

1. Determine the seeds that you would like to start in your indoor garden. This depends on your plan if you would like to keep herb plants whole year round. You can consult the local nursery for packages that will suit your needs.
2. Next, be sure to soak the seeds overnight before planting them the next day.
3. Prepare the soil and the containers to be used. There should be holes at the bottom of the containers for proper drainage.
4. Place the soil mixture in the container. Make sure that there are no air pockets or lose the seeds right through them. You can do this by patting the soil in the container.
5. As a rule of the thumb, gardeners must bury the seed 1 to 3 times the size of the seed. The tiny ones need only a little pressing. After watering the plants, cover them with plastic kitchen wrap to ensure they get warm and still retain the moisture until seedlings emerge.
6. Make sure that the seedlings get a share of good sunlight. During winter, light lamps can be used. One must also keep the moisture in the soil.
7. As soon as the seedlings emerged, remove the plastic wrap. If you wish to transfer them, wait patiently until you’ll see two sets of leaves sprouted. When they are warm enough, you can let them stay outside for a few hours. Don’t forget to water them regularly.
8. When you fertilize these plants, it should be done sparingly. One application of fertilizer will be enough for the winter season.
9. Get rid of the yellow leaves and do not allow plants to flower to retain the herb’s maximum flavor.

With all these tips above, it should not be so hard to follow them and start our own herb garden project indoors. This is not only a cost-effective method but a fulfilling activity while wading through winter’s dreary mood.