Herb Plants
1. Plants
need to have an adjustment period as we humans would when going from
one environment to another. It is important that when your plants arrive,
that you unpack them immediately. Check the moisture content. If soil
is dry to touch, they need water right away, although please don't drown
them. It is best to set the posts in a pan of water for a few hours
and they will absorb what they need. Herbs need to be evenly moist,
but not saturated.
2.
If it is time to plant your plants outside, please do not do so immediately.
Place them outside in a sunny location for a few hours the first day,
but protect them from strong winds. For the next two to three days,
gradually lengthen the time they are outside a little more each day.
3.
When it is time to plant, choose a sunny location away from strong winds.
They will do well with at least six hours of sun a day. I find that
there are some herbs that do like partial shade and seem to do well.
This knowledge will come with experimentation and becoming more familiar
with your plants.
4.
The soil must be a well draining mix. If you water an area and notice
the water standing there instead of soaking in fairly quickly, then
it is not well drained!! Sand works well to improve drainage and I find
peat moss also helps. Remember your herbs do not like wet feet.
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5.
Herbs can be grown in containers. Refer to our plant descriptions for
ideas. Some tender annual herbs can be overwintered inside in pots.
These are sometimes best grown in pots ouside that can be easily brought
inside in the fall. Refer to our plant descriptions for information
on annuals and perennials. We are zone 4 here an dmy English Lavender
has been surviving the winters. Lemon Verbena, most rosemary varieties,
and stevia do not take the cold.
