This Year’s Herb Containers
The old soil and herbs were removed, more rocks for drainage were added and new soil put into the herb containers. The Garlic Chives and Chocolate Mint are back from last year but the rest are new. We have already used our rosemary in a chicken dish and have enjoyed adding fresh basil to our pasta sauces. This year we planted the African Blue Basil which I adore and a new Red Rubin Basil which we have yet to try but the colour looks amazing. I have included a picture and name of each herb. Please feel free to comment and share any of your favourite herbs or recipes.
African Blue Basil
Chocolate Mint
Oregano
Garlic Chives
Darki Curled Parsley
Red Rubin Basil
Rosemary
Thyme
June 8th, 2009 at 10:13 am
You’ve inspired me! Everything looks so fresh and healthy!
April 10th, 2010 at 11:01 am
Hi,
I’m so glad that I stumbled upon your site. I’m fairly new to gardening and just put in all new gardens last summer. We’re in SW Ontario (zone 5).
I’m planning on making a vegetable and herb garden this summer. Are there certain herbs that grow better together? I’d like to grow basil, oregano and rosemary. The herbs will be in containers so they don’t take over the garden. Thanks!
April 18th, 2010 at 9:59 am
Hi there,
I’m so glad you like the blog! New posts will be coming soon as the season starts again. I’m not a professional though — just like to blog what has worked and what hasn’t for me as I’m learning as I go too
The plants in the post were all planted together in two rectangular containers up on our balcony so I haven’t had any issues with planting herbs together. I have found herbs to be much more manageable in containers so that’s a good idea! The only herbs I would warn against is mint and lemon as they can take over and are often better in their own pots. Basil is very sensitive to cold so that one is often planted last and nursery’s in your area should know when it is safe to do so. I have planted them too early before and lost them. I hope that helps! If anyone else has some helpful tips please feel free to respond as well! Happy Gardening!