Just because you live in an apartment doesn't mean you have to give up gardening. Even a tiny balcony can accommodate a single pot, oneFlower boxor a trellis. Enjoy fresh herbs by creating an herb garden on the balcony. How toPlant herbs on the balconyYou can find out which ones are best in this article.
Herbs on the balcony– Tips and what to consider
Choose the right container for the herbs. It is recommended to use glazed ceramic instead of unglazed teracotta so that the floor does not dry out so quickly. Research the root spread and depth of the herb plants you choose and get pots that are large enough. You can use a wooden wine box, oneZinc tubs, a small barrel, an old onecradleor use a stroller creatively for your herb garden. Make sure containers have drainage holes.
Herbs on the balcony – The balcony location
Be aware of the sun during the day. Note how much sun and how many total hours of sunshine the balcony gets. Choose your herbs based on your requirements and balcony location. Position the containers in a sunny location or set up an umbrella for shade if your balcony is too hot and sunny.
Attach the flower box to the wall
Fill the containers with special soil for herbs. Mix them with fertilizer before planting the seeds or seedlings. Use organic fertilizer from a bag or fertilizer stick, which will control the slow feed of fertilizer for weeks.
Herbs on the balconyGrow in different flower pots and boxes
As the weather warms and the threat of frost has passed, begin planting seeds and transplanting seedlings at home. Or buy herb plants ready-made from the hardware store. Choose parsley, oregano, thyme, rosemary, coriander, chives, basil and peppermint. Keep in mind that every plant has different needs. Peppermint loves moisture, sorrel loves shade, thyme and sage loves dryness and sunlight. Water regularly, but not too much. Don't drown your tender seedlings, but don't let them dry out. Stick a finger into the soil up to the second knuckle to see if the soil is dry to the touch. If so, then water the herbs.
Hang on the trellis with hooks
If you want to plant different types of herbs together, choose a larger plant box. You can plant different types of basil together by placing the tallest plant toward the back of the center of the pot so it doesn't cast shadows on the shorter plants. Plant cilantro in a pot with chives. Tie a trellis to the railing or wall and make the most of your balcony space.
Several herbs in a wooden box
Trellis on the wall
old wooden wine boxes use
old bookshelf
in a large rectangular basket
