If you've got cupboards or doors near your window (or an area of direct sunlight), then why not try filling wire racks with your desired plant pots - a great way to help maximise space without skipping on style. You can easily decorate trendy and great for watching as the roots work their way down into the soil, recycled glass plant pots with paints and ribbons. Malcolm also is the owner and director of Hooksgreen Herbs, a specialist plant nursery that was awarded the first ever RHS ‘Master Grower’ title at the 2016 Tatton Park Flower Show.

How much water you give your windowsill herbs depends on the type you're growing, but generally you should allow the top inch of soil to dry before watering again. That is one of the benefits of growing herbs indoors; there is an herb suitable for every environment! Ideal for growing a range of herbs, microgreens or small salads crops right on your kitchen work surface, this contemporary styled planter has a self watering reservoir and wicking system as well as LED lights that can adjust in height. In this scenario, you should choose the greenest and freshest looking leaves of your herb and strip them off gently but firmly.Simply add the felt pads supplied to the base of the planter and keep it topped up with water - the planter will take care of the rest. You can also grow them in individual pots, but place the containers in a tight grouping for increased humidity. I could not praise Katie enough, and would truly recommend her to anyone who is keen to breathe some new life into their garden! LED plant lights can also be purchased that are designed to provide a full-spectrum light source for your plants. Inspired by classic estate garden planters, this planter combines old-world charm with modern technology.

For some herbs, such as parsley and cilantro, you can cut entire stems from the outside of the plants, and new growth will fill in.A windowsill garden allows you to have fresh ingredients in your kitchen without venturing outside to your garden or the market. You can start your garden either with seeds or small plants, though the latter gives you herbs to start cooking with immediately. At that point, remove the plastic and continue watering to keep the soil lightly moist but not soggy. Aim to use pots that have a diameter of at least 13cm (or double that for herbs which you plan to eat a lot of), as well as drainage holes in the bottom of them.

Be sure to choose a location in which you can hopefully enjoy the scent and beauty of your culinary herbs.Dwarf sage has narrow, silver-colored leaves and impressive spikes of purple flowers in spring and summer. Rosemary: This woody-stemmed evergreen herb produces tasty leaves that can be harvested year after year. Small bulbs such as species daffodils, crocus, and grape hyacinth are another way to add seasonal color. Be sure to install boxes securely, as they’ll be heavy when full, even with a lightweight potting mix.