Bailey’s Hi-5: 5 of the Easiest Herbs to Grow

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What’s more satisfying than growing something in your garden or on your window sill? Growing something that you can eat from too.

Whether you have a green thumb or are just starting out, it’s easy to nurture your own herb garden with these 5.

  1. Chives: Luckily, they’ll grow almost anywhere. When you want to harvest, cut from the base and don’t take more than a third of the bunch at a time.
  2. Mint: Mint might be the easiest herb out there to grow—in fact, it’s so easy that you’ll probably want to plant it in a container to avoid total takeover.
  3. Basil: It needs a good spot in the sun and the more you cut it, the lusher your plant will grow (and the better the leaves will taste).
  4. Parsley: Incredibly easy to grow, provided you give it lots of sun and water. The flat leaf variety (also called Italian) is sweet, strong and best for cooking and it’s definitely not just a garnish.
  5. Sage: If you’re prone to forgetfulness, sage might be your new best friend. Its soft, fuzzy leaves can withstand less water than others (and it’s prone to root rot if over watered), making it ideal for lazy gardeners.


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