How to Use AI to Plan Your First Indoor Herb Garden
Growing herbs indoors is one of the easiest ways to start gardening in a small space. With our AI planner, you can get a custom layout for your windowsill or kitchen counter, including herb selections based on your light conditions and cooking preferences.
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Best herbs for beginners
Start with basil, mint, parsley, and chives. These herbs are forgiving, grow well in containers, and are useful in the kitchen. Basil needs 6+ hours of sun; mint and parsley can handle partial shade.
Choosing the right containers
Use 4-6 inch pots with drainage holes for most herbs. Terra cotta works well because it breathes, but any container with drainage will do. Group herbs with similar water needs together.
Light requirements
Most culinary herbs need 6-8 hours of direct sunlight. South-facing windows are ideal. If your light is limited, consider a small grow light—even a basic LED can make the difference between thriving herbs and leggy, struggling plants.
Watering and care
Let the top inch of soil dry between waterings. Overwatering is the #1 killer of indoor herbs. Pinch back basil regularly to prevent flowering and encourage bushy growth.