With the good time it’s time for make the most of terraces and balconies and one of the best choices are the aromatic plants. They are usually simple to maintain and thanks to their qualities you will have from seasonings for the kitchen until mosquito repellent free. Read on to find out which aromatic plants are best to put on the balcony.
The balcony will be nice and you will profit of the time spent caring for the plants. You can plant each one in a different pot and also put several plants in the same planter. In this case, you have to make sure that everything you plant has more or less the same needs. For example, rosemary can be associated with thyme, laurel and lavender because they are aromatic plants that need dry soil. Instead, basil and parsley prefer richer soil.
5 aromatic plants ideal for the balcony
1. Parsley: It is a kitchen classic and cannot be missing from your balcony. Parsley needs a sunny location and constant water. Little more. It doesn’t require a lot of space, which makes it perfect for container gardens. It needs consistently moist soil to produce good amounts of shiny green leaves, so when the top inch is dry, water thoroughly… But don’t leave the base, it will get soggy or you risk root rot. The pot should have at least one good drainage hole.
2. Thyme: Thyme may sound complicated, but it is a hardy, easy-to-grow herb that does well in containers. If you also grow basil and oregano, you will have your own garden to decorate pizzas. It also goes great with chicken and roasted vegetables. In a few weeks, you should have enough growth to start harvesting some for use in the kitchen.
3. Arugula: arugula adds a slightly bitter note to salads. This plant needs little water and loves bright environments. Do not spray the leaves, but only the substrate, which must be porous. Tip: If you have a lot of arugula leaves, you can freeze them when they are dry in plastic bags.
4. Basil: basil is easy to grow, but you must do it after March because it does not tolerate frost. It likes partial shade, with moments of sun, and it has to be watered abundantly. It doesn’t like to dry out completely, so use a large pot. Cut back your basil plants every two weeks. Do the same with terminal buds before they bloom. Not letting the plant sprout is essential, as flowering reduces foliage growth and oil content in the leaves.
5. Peppermint: It is another classic that cannot be missed and that grows easily on the balcony. This plant suffers a lot from the waterlogging of its roots and it must be watered almost every day during the hottest months. Otherwise, peppermint likes to be in the shade.
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