The winter season is fast approaching and many gardeners are wondering, “Do herbs grow in winter?” Most indoor gardens can withstand frost but the herbs that you choose to grow should be able to handle a short frost. Many herbs do better in the winter. We’ll show you how to best plant your favorite herbs for the winter season.
Basil, chives and oregano are perennial herbs that do well in the cold months. They will stay green all year round and they produce new shoots well into late spring. Most herbs will re-grow in the fall as well. Be sure to dig up your seeds before the first snowfall and plant these in a warm spot away from other plants.
Sage, chives and bay are annual herbs that grow best in the summer. Be sure to dig up your seeds before the first snowfall and plant these in an area where they will have a chance to grow back. These are perennial herbs that will grow back in the fall as well. Garlic is also an excellent choice for growing in the winter. Garlic will keep its shape and appearance for a long time even in the depths of winter.
Many people wonder if basil, chives and oregano can grow in the winter. All three herbs can thrive in the cold weather, but they are more popular in the summer. This is because they are used more in recipes that are intended for outdoor cooking. If you are just starting out with herb gardening, you might want to consider growing herbs for the winter so you can try them out before moving on to more serious growing conditions.
Many of the same growing tips apply for growing herbs for the winter as they do for growing them in the summer. Keep your herbs fairly dry during the winter months so they can get used to growing in a colder environment. Keep your herb garden fairly simple so you do not bog it down with too many plants. Make sure you water your herbs thoroughly in the winter so they do not dry out.
Many people who have just begun herb gardening in the winter wonder what kind of herbs they should grow. Most herbs only need a good light source and plenty of moisture in order to grow well. Some herbs will need to have extra help from you to get started in the winter. Basil, chives and oregano are all great choices for beginners to get started with. You should check with your local nursery to see which varieties they have available.
The conditions your herbs need to grow in the winter are quite different than those they will need to grow in the summer. You do not necessarily need to use more water in the winter. Instead, you should place your container containers upside down to conserve heat and water. You will also find that your soil is going to be a bit drier in the winter.
Another thing to keep in mind about growing herbs in the winter is that you do not prune your herbs in the winter. This may sound contrary to what you may be thinking. In order to harvest your herbs in the winter you will need to pull them, however you do not need to remove any of the foliage on the plant. Most herbs will grow completely right up without any leaves at all. Just make sure that none of the other herbs are getting close to the roots of the herbs you are trying to grow. This should go without saying but is worth stating nonetheless.