Herbs in pots are nice as accent greenery and because the aroma they give off is lovely. Of course, the added bonus of growing herbs is that you can clip them off to add fresh flavor to your meals!
Parsley, chives and thyme grow well in pots as does rosemary, oregano and sage in all its various shades (golden, purple and variegated). Savory and basil are other popular herbs to add to your container garden.
Herbs are not shade-loving plants and need at least 4 hours (preferably 6) of sunlight per day. If you pinch the ends of the plants off once in a while, it'll help promote growth. Since you'll hopefully be using the herbs in your kitchen, this bit of "pruning" won't be too arduous! Remember too that you can dry the herbs and stick them in the freezer for later use.
Useful and decorative, herbs are also low maintenance plants. They don't require fertilization as a rule and the perennials (like mint, oregano, chives and thyme) will grow back after winter. As with flowers, the amount of water that herbs require varies from plant to plant. However, since outdoor container plants tend to dry out more quickly than those planted in the ground, you'll need to be vigilant with your watering schedule.
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