Design a plot
Think which plants you would like to have. What is your chief interests. Do you want to replant each year or grow perennials and biennials.
Can you fit the herbs into your present garden? You may need to consult expert books for data on the requirements and uses of the plants you are considering.
List or draw your garden on paper first. Separate the annuals from the perennials so when the time comes that you have to pull out the annuals, you won’t be disturbing the perennials. Perennials can be planted on the edge of your garden so when it is time to till your garden they won’t be in danger of getting dug up.
If they are going to get enough light the smaller plants should be nearer the front and larger ones at the rear. Some plants take up a lot of space as they grow and so must be planted a reasonable distance apart.
If you would rather keep herbs out of your garden (and some are quite invasive) you could have herb pots. These are large containers with three or more outlets for the herbs. Fill the pot up to the first outlet and plant it before continuing on with the filling and planting process. Usually, the herb that requires the most water is planted in the bottom hole, while the variety that requires the least, goes in the highest hole.
Planting Concepts
You can consider having a square herb bed. You can have your square bed divided into four by two paths crossing at mid point measuring 3 feet. You can border it with stone or brick. A wooden ladder may also do the trick. You can lay it down on your garden and plant your herbs between its rungs. You can also choose to have a wagon wheel bed. Planting here is like planting with the wooden ladders. Plant your herbs in between the wagon wheel’s wedges.
Herbs often have dissimilar needs as to the alkalinity or acidity of the soil.Your plan should allow for this so the plants you choose suit the soil you have available. The information on seed packets can guide you as to the correct cultivation of the plants.
You will find herbs are easier than most plants to grow provided a few minimum requirements are met. Good output comes from fertile soil, adequate watering and drainage and suitable levels of sunlight
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