9 Amazing Herbs to Grow in Pots

Don’t despair if your Mediterranean herbs have problems fighting with hot, humid weather conditions. I got a backup plan for you. It’s called a potted herb garden. And you should grow it indoors. This is the best way to add the natural green color to your home and at the same time to have fresh herbs for cooking within reach. Spare a minute of your time to take a look at the list of 9 amazing herbs to grow in pots.     

These Herbs are Ideal for Growing in Containers

1. Basil - is a half-hardy annual plant and an unavoidable ingredient of some of the world’s most famous ethnic cuisines like Italian and Greek. It comes in a number of varieties – sweet basil is a common name for an Italian subgroup of basil, while Thai basil and holy basil are native to Asia.

2. Dill - Along with strained yogurt, cucumbers and olive oil, dill is an ingredient of the famous, super tasty Greek ‘tzatziki’ salad (sauce). All dill varieties like well-drained soil and full sun. As a part of very delicious and tasty Serbian cuisine (especially its soups and broths), dill even earned its place in a proverb, which translated from the Serbian language means “to be a dill in every soup” (it corresponds to the English proverb “to have a finger in every pie”).

3. Marjoram - is native to Cyprus and southern Turkey. Back from the days of the Ancient Greeks and the Roman Empire marjoram has been known as the symbol of happiness. It is a cold sensitive herb and it prefers full sun and fertile soil.

4. Mint - An outstanding container crop. Personally mint is one of my favorite herbs ‘cause it’s suitable for use for a whole line of things – from teas to mojitos (famous summer cocktails). Mint grows best in a warm, bright location. It is even used as a decoration plant.

5. Parsley - should be grown and kept on the sunny side of the house/apartment. It is an excellent source of vitamins A, B and C. Parsley is used for a wide variety of dishes, mostly for making soups. Most parsley varieties grow slowly at the beginning, but after the seedlings grow stronger the plant can last up to two years. Parsley is highly aromatic and it can be used fresh, dried and frozen.

6. Rosemary - This charming, evergreen herb has already been “investigated” on my blog page in the post that deals with growingrosemary in humid climates. Like sage and thyme (the next two in line), rosemary is fantastic for soups, meats and pastas. Mediterranean herbs in general dislike wet roots and clap hands when grown in well-drained soil.  

7. Thyme - During the time of the Middle Age people in Europe used to place thyme under their pillows believing that it would keep them safe from nightmares. It is highly valued for its medicinal and health qualities. Thyme is used for making teas and essential oils.

8. Sage - is a perennial herb with a long history of medicinal and culinary use. Sage has distinctive blue to purplish flowers, and is great for growing on balconies and windowsills. A research conducted by the team of scientists from the Bristol University showed that extracts from sage can improve human cognitive performances.

9. Coriander - Hands up all of you who knew that coriander is an excellent defense mechanism against aphids that attack lettuce fields. I guess not so many hands including mine will be up. I’ve just recently found out that coriander when intercropped with the lettuce attracts useful insects like hoverflies.    

Did you find this post useful? Don’t hesitate to share your thoughts on growing herbs in pots!