How to start a windowsill herb garden on a budget

Making a windowsill herb garden without spending much money can be a fun project and it helps you cook better with fresh herbs close by. It doesn't matter if you have a lot of experience with gardening or if you are just starting out. You can begin your herb garden without spending much money or needing a lot of room. This is how you can begin:

Take a look at how much space you need and how much light you want.

The initial thing to do is look at the area you have to work with. A window that faces south or west works best since herbs grow well in bright sunlight. If your windows get four to six hours of sunlight each day most herbs will grow well. If you don’t get enough natural light you might want to think about getting an affordable grow light.

Choose your herbs carefully.

Pick herbs that grow well inside and that you often use in your cooking. If you want to grow herbs on your windowsill you might try basil chives cilantro parsley mint and thyme because they are pretty simple to take care of. These work fine inside and don’t take up a lot of room.

Try using affordable containers.

Think about using the containers you already own instead of buying new pots. You can use yogurt cups tin cans or any small container that has a hole in the bottom as a good pot for plants. You can give these a fresh look by using some paint or a nice wrap that fits your home style. If you have problems with drainage you might want to put some small stones at the bottom of the containers to help stop root rot.

Buy cheap soil and seeds.

You don’t have to spend a lot on fancy potting soil because a simple potting mix will do the job for most herbs. You can get plants that are already grown but starting with seeds saves you the most money. You can buy seeds at nearby nurseries or get them in larger quantities online to save some money.

Take care of your garden using things you already have at home.

Herbs are easy to take care of and need just a little attention. Check your kitchen for any leftover food scraps that can be used as fertilizer. You can use crushed eggshells coffee grounds or banana peels as good natural fertilizers. It's important to water regularly but you shouldn't give too much water. If you are not sure how much water the soil needs just use a spray bottle to lightly wet it.

Keep an eye on things and trim them back often.

Keep an eye on your plants to see if they are growing well or if something is wrong. Trimming your herbs the right way helps them grow strong and keep producing. Cut away any leaves that are dead or turning yellow and trim the tops to help the plant grow fuller. Regularly trimming your herbs gives you a steady amount to use in your meals which makes cooking easier and tastier.

You can easily start a small herb garden on your windowsill without spending much money and it can be pretty rewarding. It promotes a thoughtful way of life by bringing together being simple caring for the environment and being creative. These affordable ideas can turn your kitchen into a nice place filled with the smell of fresh herbs throughout the year. Enjoy your time in the garden!