I came to the conclusion that the aesthetics of a windowsill garden can rival that of violets and orchids; the beauty of herbs is simply different - charming, delicate, cozy, and light.
A herbal garden is not just a part of home floral design; it’s a collection of live spices on your windowsill, grown with care and love. Most herbs bloom beautifully and are fragrant; take a look at sage .
In my case, the herb garden on the windowsill has gradually replaced decorative leafy plants, and I have no regrets. It’s very pleasant to enjoy aromatic chicken broth with a sprig of oregano and to drink homemade tarragon with fragrant tarragon.
Basil is extraordinarily beautiful and fragrant, and it is easy to grow in a pot. I cultivate two varieties - amethyst and opal. When basil leaves are warmed by the sun, the sprigs exude a lemon-cinnamon aroma. When the time for blooming comes, I will leave a couple of bushes, while the others I will prune to remove the flower stalks.
Basil on the Windowsill
Basil in a Pot
My beloved oregano blooms gently. If you find a pot that emphasizes the delicacy of the plant, your oregano bush will become a highlight of your collection. Cook with oregano pasta and sauces, and you will understand why Italians love this spice.
Blooming Oregano
Oregano on the Windowsill
Thyme blooms like a violet carpet, and in a pot, it looks like a thick lilac cap. A couple of its aromatic tiny leaves will add a Mediterranean twist to poultry dishes, broths, and vegetables. Tea with thyme (the Slavic name for thyme) is the most fragrant. My tiny thyme currently looks like this:
Thyme in a Pot
Do we need to advertise lavender ? Even its tiny seedlings smell wonderful. In anticipation of blooming, one can only wonder how fragrant its buds will be. The scent of fresh lavender is much richer and more subtle than that of dried lavender, and the plant’s ornamental qualities are undeniable.
Lavender Seedlings
Lavender in a Pot
This season, I have four bushes of mini tomatoes , which are actively growing and preparing to bloom. I love the smell of tomato foliage during watering - just touching a sprig releases a fresh, invigorating aroma that makes me smile! I managed to plant two bushes in one liter pot, and it turned out that this volume is sufficient. The tomato bushes are quite decorative but love bright sunlight. By the way, the tomato is a perennial plant that can bear fruit multiple times a year.
Tomato in a Pot
Tomato in a Vase
Arugula and cress salad can be grown in any container, such as a cup. They are very decorative plants, tasty and healthy. Growing these herbs is incredibly easy, and the pleasure is immense.
Cress Salad in a Clay Pot
Arugula in a Cup
Waiting for their turn to take up space on the windowsill are sage , marjoram, hyssop , laurel , rosemary . I dream of growing stevia from seeds . There are many wonderful plants that can replace ornamental leafy flowers, and you can even eat them. If you decorate pots yourself , you will create a unique garden on your windowsill.
