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How to Grow Herbs in a Greenhouse

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A greenhouse extends the time frame for growing herbs that your region's weather establishes. It allows you to grow herbs year-round if you want. You can grow most varieties of herbs in containers and move them outdoors during warm weather.

From Quick Guide: Container Gardens
Difficulty: Easy
Instructions
  1. Step 1

    Decide what type of herbs to grow, which you determine by how you want to use them. If you're a cook, you might want more savory herbs, like basil or oregano. If you want to sell herbs, you might consider a more unique variety, or you might pick a variety of herbs for the way they smell.

  2. Step 2

    Consider whether you want to plant herbs from seeds or use another form of germination. Like flowers, herbs can be annual or perennial plants.

  3. Step 3

    Plant your herbs in a pot with enough soil for the herb to grow. To grow herbs, you need to use a well-drained soil. Some gardeners suggest using rocks, bark or other absorbent material to help prevent moisture buildup by the roots.

  4. Step 4

    Allow the herbs to dry between watering. Your greenhouse should be located in an area that allows 6 hours of sunshine on your herbs. Most herbs only need one watering a day.

  5. Step 5

    Prevent your herbs from heatstroke. More herbs die from excessive heat than cold. To prevent your herbs from overheating, use proper ventilation in your greenhouse. You may need to hang a shade cover over your herbs.

  6. Step 6

    Maintain your herbs as they grow. Pinch back herbs to encourage them to grow in the shape of a bush. If plants get too tall, cut them and hang the herbs to dry in the greenhouse.

Tips & Warnings
  • If you plan to move your herbs outdoors during the natural growing season, make sure you plant your herbs in lightweight containers or use inserts.
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