Types Of Herbs You Can Grow In Your Garden

Have you ever wondered what would it be like if we started to grow our own vegetables and herbs? Well, you can most certainly guarantee the quality of your own home grown vegetables or herbs and you can also assure a certain level of cleanliness from what you are producing on your own.

There are plenty of herbs out there which you can start growing by yourself in the space of your own home and garden. In Malaysia, people are now starting to lean towards beginning to grow their own vegetables and herbs in the space that they have in their homes or their garden. This has been a trend in Malaysia for a while now but it is certainly catching on quicker than ever now.

Whether you are intending to grow a kitchen herb garden as a hobby or as an effort to save money or simply for a healthier eating option available for yourself, there are actually plenty of herbs that you can grow in your backyard, on your patio as well as even in your windowsill. Fresh herbs tend to make recipes taste even better and are definitely great to have around for soups, stews, and also salads. When it comes to picking a place for you to grow your herbs, make sure to keep in mind that these herbs need a good four to six hours of sun on a daily basis.

There are plenty of herbs that you can try growing in order to further enhance your cooking and possibly your style of cooking. When you plant a kitchen garden, do not only plant the herbs you know, take a chance with something new. You might just be surprised with the outcome of your herbs. In this article, we will be going over a few different types of herbs that you can grow in the space of your home which will most certainly provide you with results that will amaze you for your cooking and for other uses as well.



PARSLEY
Parsley is a mild bitter herb that can truly enhance and take the flavor of your foods to the next level. Many people consider parsley just to be a curly green garnish for food, but it may actually help with things like stews in order to achieve a more balanced flavor. As an added benefit, parsley may also help you with digestion. Parsley is mainly grown as an annual, but in milder climates, but it will stay evergreen all winter long. Parsley plants will also grow to be large and also bushy. Besides that, parsley is also a good source of Vitamins A and C.



MINT
There are a number of varieties of mint which are popular among people. You may use it in your drinks like mojitos or even mint juleps. You can also add in some mint to your good old iced tea. Mint tends to freshen your breath and it will also help to calm your stomach. But if you happen to grow mint, keep in mind that it is considered to be an invasive plant. Mint will tend to spread and possibly take over your garden space. For that matter, it is best for you to grow mint inside of containers.



DILL
Many people might have not heard of dill. Dill is actually a great flavoring for fish, lamb, potatoes, and even peas. It can also help you with digestion, helps your body to fight bad breath and has the added benefits of being able to reduce swelling and also cramps. For the most part, dill is relatively easy to grow. It will also attract certain insects to your garden such as wasps and also other predatory insects.



BASIL
Regardless of whether you happen to choose large leaf Italian basis or large purple sweet basil, this plant is very popular in many different varieties of cuisines but is a feature in Italian cooking like pizzas, salads, sauces, and also pesto. Some people think that basil is great for planting alongside your tomatoes but there is actually no real evidence that it can make your tomatoes taste even sweeter. Basil also has certain health benefits, such as having antioxidant properties and is a defense against having low blood sugar.



SAGE
Many of us probably already know what sage is. Sage is an aromatic herb that is always great for seasoning meats, sauces, and also vegetables. But be careful with the usage of sage, mainly because it will have a tendency to overpower other flavors in your food. Sage can also aid you with relieving cuts, inflammation and also helps with memory issues. It was once considered to be a medicinal cure all by many people. For the most part, sage is an easy herb to grow and is relatively easy to care for. It is great to have in your garden if you want to be attracting bees.



ROSEMARY
Rosemary is often considered to be one of the most flavorful herbs available out there and is great for adding to things like poultry, meats, and even vegetables. Around Christmastime, you will often see tree shaped rosemary bushes up for sale. You can always bring that home and keep them for planting during spring. The fragrant plant has a delightful scent and is commonly used in floral arrangements. Rosemary likes its soil a bit on the dry side, so keep in mind that you do not overwater the plant. When allowed to flourish, a rosemary plant will often grow into a full sized bush. You can also check out certain guides out there to gain more guidance regarding this herb.



THYME
Thyme is very noticeable because it is a very delicate looking plant. It is commonly used for flavoring egg, bean and also certain vegetable dishes. Thyme is commonly used in the Mediterranean, Italian and also Provençal French cuisines. Pair it with some lamb, poultry, and even tomatoes. Thyme is also often added into soups and even stews. Thyme also happens to be a part of the mint family. The most common variety out there is the garden thyme which has gray green leaves and carries a minty, somewhat lemony smell.



CILANTRO OR CORIANDER
Cilantro is commonly known as a coriander leaf or even a Chinese parsley. Cilantro is always perfect for adding into spicy foods like chills, and also Mexican, Chinese, Southeast Asian and some other Indian cuisines. The seeds of the cilantro are known as coriander. The plant mainly grows early in the season and does not like it when the ground becomes too warm.



FENNEL
Fennel is a very flavorful and aromatic plant, and along with anise is a primary ingredient in absinthe. Fennel is a native to the Mediterranean region and does best in rather dry soils near the ocean or even on river banks. The strongly flavored leaves of fennel are very much similar in shape to the dill. The bulb can also be sautéed or grilled, or even eaten raw. Fennel bulbs are used for garnishes and are sometimes added into salads.



CHAMOMILE
In the United States and also in Europe, chamomile is most commonly used as an ingredient in herbal tea. It is one of if not the world’s most widely consumed herbal teas. But it has also been used for thousands of years as a rather traditional medicine and method for settling down stomachs and also calming the nerves. Chamomile can also help reduce inflammation as well as treat fevers. You can choose to grow either German chamomile or even Roman chamomile. These two are interchangeable when it comes to preparing tea, just that they are grown very differently. German chamomile is a rather annual plant that grows up to three feet tall and on the other hand the Roman chamomile is a perennial but it only grows to about a foot high. German chamomile is also more commonly known for when it blossoms.



LAVENDER
Lavenders are commonly grown as a condiment and for their use in salads and dressings, lavender will also give most dishes a slightly sweeter flavor. Lavender syrup as well as dried lavender buds are commonly used in the United States for making lavender scones and even marshmallows. The health benefits of lavenders include the soothing of insect bites and also headaches when used with herbs and in aromatherapy. Lavender plants may also survive in many different growing conditions but are at their best when in full sun in warm, well-drained soil.

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