There’s nothing quite like cooking with fresh herbs, and growing your own organic herb garden is easier than you might think! With just a little effort, you can have a ready supply of basil, mint, and coriander right at your fingertips. Here’s how you can get started and enjoy homegrown, organic flavour all summer long.

Why Grow Your Own Herbs?

• Freshness at Your Fingertips – No more last-minute store runs! Just snip what you need straight from your garden.
• Cost-Effective – A small investment in seeds or seedlings saves you money in the long run.
• No Harmful Chemicals – You control what goes into your herbs, ensuring they stay 100% organic.
• Sustainable & Eco-Friendly – Reduce packaging waste and carbon footprint by growing at home.

Getting Started: What You’ll Need

✅ Organic Seeds or Seedlings – Choose high-quality organic seeds or young plants from a trusted source. ✅ Pots or Garden Space – Herbs can thrive in pots on a balcony, windowsill, or backyard garden. ✅ Organic Potting Soil – Look for soil that is free from synthetic chemicals and rich in nutrients. ✅ Sunlight – Most herbs need at least 5-6 hours of sunlight per day. ✅ Water & Drainage – Herbs prefer moist soil but hate sitting in water, so ensure good drainage.

How to Grow Basil

🌱 Planting: Start seeds indoors or plant seedlings directly in pots or garden beds. Space them about 10-12 inches apart. ☀️ Sunlight: Needs full sun (6-8 hours daily). 💦 Watering: Keep soil slightly moist but avoid overwatering. ✂️ Harvesting: Pick leaves regularly to encourage more growth and prevent flowering.

How to Grow Mint

🌱 Planting: Mint grows best in pots as it spreads aggressively. Use deep containers to control its roots. ☀️ Sunlight: Thrives in partial to full sun. 💦 Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging. ✂️ Harvesting: Pick leaves often to promote bushier growth.

How to Grow Coriander

🌱 Planting: Sow seeds directly into soil, as coriander has delicate roots that dislike transplanting. ☀️ Sunlight: Prefers 4-6 hours of sunlight daily with some shade in hot weather. 💦 Watering: Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist. ✂️ Harvesting: Cut leaves when they reach 3-6 inches, but avoid cutting more than one-third at a time.

Organic Care Tips

• Natural Pest Control: Use companion planting, neem oil, or homemade garlic spray to deter pests.
• Composting: Feed your herbs with organic compost to keep them healthy and nutrient-rich.
• Rotate & Refresh: Replant or rotate herbs every few months to maintain soil quality.

Enjoy the Fruits (and Herbs) of Your Labour!

Growing an organic herb garden is rewarding, easy, and a great way to bring fresh flavour into your cooking. Whether you have a small windowsill or a large backyard, basil, mint, and coriander will thrive with just a little care. Visit our organic grocery store for high-quality seeds, soil, and other essentials to start your herb-growing journey today!