Herb

This was something I intended to do last year, but never took the time to put into practice. So in March this year I finally went for it.

Eight herb plants were the most I could fit into two planters and a pot. I ventured to Columbia Road Flower Market and as usual was not disappointed. The quality of plants they sell is second to none and the price is neither.
My strategy on Columbia Road Flower Market is to walk the entire length of the market and assess every stall without buying anything, then turn back and pick the healthiest plants from the stalls that made it into my short list. I always end up buying one or two plants from two to three different sellers. Every stall is specialised in a specific area, so the stalls I buy from change depending on what I’m looking for.

For the Kitchen Window Herb Garden I bought one of each (clockwise from the top left):
Thyme, Lemon Balm, Rosemary, Chives, Sage, Basil, Mint and Lavender

Before filling the planters with soil, I covered the drainage wholes with potsherds.
One could also use small stones.

Then added fresh soil and the plants.

When deciding which plants to put together in one pot, I placed the Basil next to the Mint plant. I believe this was a mistake, as the basil did not last for two days. I’m certain it was not due to the quality of the plant, but rather due to the location, too much or not enough water or the fact of having been placed next to the mint plant. To be honest I don’t know. However all other plants are doing well and are now on the window sill.