Herbs that can be grown indoors easily

Some of the most frequently used herbs are easy to grow indoors. All you need to get started is a sunny window or grow light, some seeds or starter plants, potting soil and a few, small indoor planters.

 

Parsley

Parsley is high in vitamin K, and it contains vitamin C, vitamin A, folate, iron and small amounts of many other nutrients.

Parsley pairs well with almost any dish and it is low-maintenance, which makes this one of the best herbs for your indoor garden.

 

Cilantro

Cilantro is great with everything from seafood and chicken to guacamole and tacos. It is also rich in vitamin A, vitamin K, folate and potassium. 

Cilantro grows best in a cool environment and needs plenty of sunshine and well-drained soil.

 

Thyme

Thyme is a source of vitamin C, vitamin A, fiber, riboflavin and iron. It also contains calcium, magnesium, vitamin B-6, folate, phosphorus, potassium and zinc.

Mix up the flavor with varieties like lemon thyme. You can add thyme to seafood, poultry, soups and sauces. For a special treat, mix about one teaspoon with eight tablespoons of soft butter to create a thyme butter for seafood, chicken and mashed potatoes.

This sun-loving herb looks stunning in an indoor herb garden and so make sure to keep it on a bright windowsill.

 

Rosemary

Rosemary gives your food a boost of vitamin A, thiamin (vitamin B1), magnesium, dietary fiber, vitamin C, vitamin B-6, folate, calcium and iron. 

Rosemary is a Mediterranean diet staple that can pair with lamb, poultry, pork, garlic and olive oil. Plus, its flavor profile is compatible with every other herb. Since rosemary grows best in somewhat dry soil, be careful not to overwater the plant.

 

Basil

Adding basil to your foods gives you some additional vitamin A, vitamin K, iron, calcium, magnesium, vitamin C and potassium.

Nutrient-rich, well-drained soil is important for keeping the basil plant healthy. Keep the basil plant in a window that gets a lot of sunlight throughout the day and be careful about over watering because basil does well in slightly moist (but not soggy) soil.

Ginger
Ginger is well-known as a culinary herb and ginger is an excellent stomach-soother and tonic for your digestive system.

Plant ginger root a few inches deep in a mixture of potting soil and compost. Ginger grows best at around 70 degrees with indirect light.