Importance of an Herbal Garden

Essential elements in many types of cooking, herbs also have health benefits. If you want access to the freshest herbs, growing your own herb garden can't be beat.

Easy to grow

Unlike many fruits and vegetables, many herbs are easy to grow. Herbs like basil and rosemary can grow almost anywhere that they can get water and sunlight, even in pots on a windowsill or balcony.

A Lot of Use

Because herbs are usually used in small quantities, both in cooking and when taken medicinally, you can get a lot of use out of each plant. With basil plants, for example, you can pluck a leaf off now and then without harming the plant.

Fresh herbs taste better

Fresh herbs taste better than the dried ones, which are the most commonly available in markets.

Good for you

Many herbs, including basil, have been shown to have health benefits. The founding of the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine demonstrates the level of scientific interest in herbs as medicine.

Function

Herbs are cheap and easy to grow, and once you get started you may find you have a new, enjoyable hobby.

References

• Essential Herb Garden: A good site with information on growing herbs.
• Herbkits: A useful site for people thinking of starting an herb garden.
• The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine: A site with information on herbal cures.