How To Start an Indoor Herb Garden

Thinking of starting an indoor herb garden? Growing your own herbs at home is an excellent way to have access to fresh, organic herbs whenever you want them. An herb garden can also serve as a statement piece, lending a healthy splash of green to your kitchen, living room, or wherever else you decide to keep it. As a bonus: it’s quite easy to get started with and maintain, even if you don’t always have a ton of luck with plants.

There are a lot of benefits to growing an indoor herb garden beyond just the obvious. Herbs release natural aromatic oils that help keep your home smelling nice, and it’s a lot more affordable to grow your own herbal favorites than to purchase them from the store. (Plus, no more feeling bad about tossing unused herbs when you inevitably can’t get through them all.) And growing your herb garden inside instead of outside means that you can keep it going year round, since you don’t have to worry about freezing temperatures or snow.

Ready for the dirt? Here’s how to get started.

Choose a Spot For Your Indoor Herb Garden

Choose Your Plants

  • Basil
  • Rosemary
  • Lavender
  • Chives
  • Marjoram
  • Mint
  • Sage
  • Thyme
  • Lemon balm
  • Bay laurel
  • Oregano
  • Parsley
  • Chervil

Choose Your Planters

Plant Your Herbs

Take Proper Care of Your Herbs

Enjoy!

If you’re feeling inspired, try your green thumb at planting flowers too, or go big with an outdoor vegetable garden.