How to plant Herbs in Pots
Follow these simple instructions for successfully planting herbs in pots.
Yield: 1 herb
Cost: $5
Equipment
- potting soil
- pots
Materials
- 1 container herb whatever herb you cook with
- 1 6 to 8 inch terra cotta pot with proper drainage
- 1 small bag potting soil get the kind with plant feeder already incorporated
- 1 pitcher of water to give the herb a good drink
Instructions
- Set up your potting station with the herbs, soil, and pots.
- Add a small amount of potting soil to the bottom of your container.
- Gently remove the herbs from their plastic containers and place them in the new terra cotta pot.
- Fill in the pot with potting soil so that the herb is securely planted. Press down gently to create a compact home for the herb to grow.
- Water the herb with a good drink of water and set in a warm, sunny place.
Notes
To prevent root rot, be sure to choose pots that have a good drainage hole.
Herbs will need some nutrients to continue to grow throughout the season. Either choose a nutrient dense potting soil or purchase a separate plant feeder and feed according to the instructions to keep your herbs healthy.
Be sure to choose pots that are big enough for the herbs to grow and thrive. You don't want to have to repot your herbs, so make sure they have room to grow.