Growing your own spices and herbs: tips and tricks

Which exhibition for aromatic plants?

As an indication, the needs of aromatic plants are as follows: Very sunny exposure, warm, very well drained soil, even dry: oregano, savory, rosemary, sage, thyme. Exposure to sunlight without excess, rich and fresh soil: dill, basil, chives, coriander, tarragon, lemon balm.

Which aromatic plants should not be planted together?

Basil and parsley, like thyme, bay leaves and rosemary, are not cultivated. So don't put all your aromatic plants in the same planter, because they all (or almost all) require specific maintenance and soil.

Where to plant the basil shade or sun?

Basil prefers exposure to the sun, sheltered from wind and cold. It likes light, relatively dry, well-drained and fairly rich soil. Plant the basil perhaps in spring (April-May in the South), after the last frosts.

How to grow spices?

For a full soil, start your rhizomes in February March, and plant them in the garden in mid-May. If watered regularly, the plant will provide a good quantity of rhizomes in the fall. It is enough to keep some, that you keep well with the dryness to take again the cycle the following year.

How to use spices and herbs?

How to use herbs and spices in cooking

• Soups : Cream of asparagus soup: nutmeg, white pepper. Cream of mushroom soup: pepper, thyme, chervil, bay leaf...
• Salads : Potato salad : chervil, tarragon, basil, garlic...
• Vegetables: Eggplant: basil, oregano, sage, rosemary, garlic.

How to grow herbs indoors?

The warm, dry air in our homes in winter is relatively unsuitable for most herbs. So be sure to grow your herbs in a cool room - 18°C is ideal - and with a humidity level above 40 %, ideally closer to 50 %.

Where to plant herbs?

To feed your herbs in good condition, choose :

• Sunny exposure and well-drained sandy soil for oregano, rosemary, sage or thyme.
• Lightly sunny exposure and cool, rich soil for dill, basil, tarragon or chives.

Where to plant basil and chives?

Although basil, chives and tarragon are also sun tolerant (although they take partial shade), they need cooler soil. Parsley and chervil are grown in part shade in cool soil; so is mint, but it is more plump and tolerates all types of exposure.

When to plant herbs in a window box?

When to plant herbs? If they can be easily grown indoors all year round, it is generally preferable to plant herbs outdoors in April, at the beginning of spring, this is particularly true for basil, tarragon or dill.

Which spices to grow in France?

Discover with us 6 original spices to grow at home.

• Vanilla.
• Small peppers.
• Cardamom.
• The coffee tree.
• Ginger.
• Turmeric.

What are the spices?

Spices and their therapeutic properties

• Channeling. In the form of coiled sticks or in powder form, it adds a warm, sweet, aromatic and spicy taste at the same time. ...
• Cardamom. ...
• Clove. ...
• Turmeric. ...
• Cumin. ...
• A nutmeg. ...
• Chile. ...
• Saffron.

When to plant spices?

In a Mediterranean climate with hot and dry summers, it is recommended to plant your aromatic plants in autumn from September onwards, as they need time to root before summer.

Aromatic plants are ideal for adding a touch of flavor to your dishes, but it's important to plant them properly for healthy, abundant growth. Avoid common mistakes such as over-watering or choosing the wrong location. Instead, opt for well-drained soil, adequate exposure to sun or shade depending on the species, and follow our tips for a beautiful harvest all year round.