Top Ten Herbs for Desert Gardens

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Dreaming of growing your own fresh herbs? Make that dream a reality by cultivating these 10 easy-to-grow herbs

For the best results, place them in an area that receives six to eight hours of sunlight daily Additionally, mix two to three inches of compost into the soil to ensure optimal growth.

A fantastic addition to meat dishes, soups or stews, each cultivar offers distinct flavor profiles Be careful not to over water, and there's no need to enrich the soil with compost

basil mint

A crucial ingredient for pestos, soups and pasta dishes It can be effortlessly cultivated from seeds or transplants with spring being the ideal time for planting

A fantastic method to elevate desserts, cocktails, teas and an array of dishes is to incorporate mint To control its growth, consider planting mint in a container You can easily propagate by placing cuttings in water

oregano

Oregano a popular herb, is most effective when used dried for recipes that require longer cooking times, while fresh oregano is perfect as a garnish Plant it in the fall for optimal growth

Zesty and flavorful, it's an essential ingredient for salsas and garnishes

This annual plant needs to be sown each year, ideally during the fall or winter seasons

chives

Incorporate fresh chives into soups, dips or recipes that benefit from a mild onion flavor To maintain their taste, use them as a garnish. For optimal growth, plant them in the fall and spring.

parsley

dill

Add dill into your pickling, fish or salad recipes. Plant it in the fall, either by using seeds or transplants.

Incorporate fresh parsley into soups, salads or as a delightful garnish for meat dishes They have a limited lifespan and need to be planted each year

Adds a zesty citrus flavor to meats curries and soups It is best to plant by transplants in the fall or spring

cilantro rosemary

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