A herb garden can be any shape or size. Herbs don’t need a lot of space, so you can easily use plant pots and containers to create a mini herb garden to ensure you have all your favourite fresh herbs at hand when you are cooking.

Herbs make a fragrant addition to almost any dish, from stews to soups or salads.

When planning your herb garden, make sure that it is easily accessible from your kitchen. That means you won’t have to traipse around your garden trying to find what you’re looking for. Keep in mind, however, that many herbs require full sun.

• If you don’t have a garden, a sunny balcony or windowsill close to your kitchen is ideal.
• Rotate your potted herbs every season, especially annuals, such as sweet basil and coriander.
• Potted herbs are very attractive so create a feature by grouping them together. This will also make them easier to water.

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