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Cooking at home is not only much healthier than eating out, it\u2019s also easier on the pocket. To take your home cooking to another level, try growing your own indoor edible garden! You don\u2019t need to clear out tons of space in your home. Just find a nook, corner, or countertop which gets a bit of sunlight and put your pots or planters there. Scroll down to read several indoor garden ideas to add more flavor to your homemade cooking!   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best plants for your indoor garden<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Different plants have different needs. Obviously, most thrive outdoors where there is plenty of sunlight, water, and humidity. However, with urbanization and the migration of people to concrete jungles, a.k.a. cities, indoor gardening is fast becoming a popular thing!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best herbs to grow indoors<\/strong><\/td>Best vegetables for indoor garden<\/strong><\/td>Best (dwarf) fruit-bearing trees you can grow indoors<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Mint
Chives
Parsley
Basil
Cilantro
Thyme
Oregano
Lemongrass
Scallions<\/td>		Lettuce
Spinach
Swiss chard
Kale
Microgreens such as chia<\/strong><\/a>
Chili peppers
Carrots
Mushrooms
Radishes<\/td>		Strawberries
Lemons
Oranges
Lime
Fig
Avocado
Banana
Ground cherries
Peaches<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Seeds vs seedlings \u2013 what should you start with?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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If you\u2019re new to the world of indoor gardening, you\u2019re probably wondering which is better for you to start with. Some people like to use seeds, others like to use seedlings. There\u2019s really no right or wrong answer here since both have their pros and cons in terms of cost, time, availability, and survivability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To start with, seeds are much cheaper than seedlings<\/strong>. A bag of seeds is much cheaper than a pack of seedlings. However, since you\u2019re growing seeds from scratch, you also need to factor other expenses like garden soil, fertilizer, grow lights, heating mat, and of course, pots to put them in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With seedlings, you pretty much get to fast-forward and skip the whole seed-growing process. Of course, you\u2019ll still need to tend to the seedlings to make it grow into a proper plant. But you essentially save a whole lot of time with seedlings vs planting seeds<\/strong>. Take note that some seeds take much longer than others to sprout, so in this case, a seedling is definitely a much better option. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of availability, seeds definitely win<\/strong>. They\u2019re easier to come by and you can even store them for use later on (if you don\u2019t want to plant everything at once). As for seedlings, you may need to hunt them down if your local nurseries don\u2019t have them for sale yet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately, buying seedlings from farther away is not possible in a lot of places, simply because shipping live plants isn\u2019t always feasible<\/strong> (they may not survive the journey). Seeds, on the other hand, will more than likely survive even a round-the-world trip!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indoor garden ideas: Supplies you\u2019ll need for your indoor garden<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Before you buy your indoor garden supplies, figure out the plants you want to have and whether you\u2019ll be using seeds or seedlings. This will have a direct impact on the supplies you\u2019ll need to grow your garden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Pots<\/strong> \u2013 these come in different sizes, so you need to have an idea of how big your plant\u2019s going to get. Pots that are too small can stunt the plant\u2019s growth, while those that are too big can lead to root rot. The type of pot can also affect how it handles water. Plastic pots will retain more moisture while clay won\u2019t.<\/li>
  2. Soil<\/strong> \u2013 potting soil is important if you\u2019re going to be planting your garden the traditional way. But if you\u2019re thinking of using a hydroponic system (growing plants without soil), then you can remove soil from your list.<\/li>
  3. Fertilizer<\/strong> \u2013 choose organic fertilizers for your indoor plants. Follow the instructions on the label if you want your plants to thrive.<\/li>
  4. Lighting<\/strong> \u2013 some plants can survive on indirect sunlight for a few hours each day. Others need longer exposure to sunlight, in this case, a grow light may be necessary. There are different types of grow lights available with different spectrums to mimic sunlight.<\/li>
  5. Space<\/strong> \u2013 in addition to putting your plants on open countertops, you may also want to consider using hanging baskets and hanging pots to free up space in your home.<\/li>
  6. Water<\/strong> \u2013 plants need to drink too. But some plants need more water than others. Figure out your plant\u2019s needs, so they don\u2019t end up thirsty, or worse, drowned.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Alternatively, you can just buy an indoor gardening kit<\/strong> where you get everything you need in one package \u2013 seeds\/seedlings, grow lights, pots, soil, etc. Of course, this may not be the most cost-effective option, but the upside is you don\u2019t need to worry about buying your indoor gardening supplies one at a time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    What herbs can be planted together?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    You don\u2019t need one pot for each plant, well, unless you\u2019re planting the more invasive mint\u2026 But fortunately, most herbs can be planted together! This is perfect if you\u2019re trying to save some space in your home, or if you bought pots that are too roomy for one plant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Generally, you can plant Mediterranean herbs together<\/strong>. These are herbs that are commonly found throughout the Mediterranean, a region with a fairly dry climate. So, as you can probably guess, these hardy plants will not require a lot of water to survive. It\u2019s perfect for busy people who want to grow an indoor garden but are rarely home to look after them!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    That said, here\u2019s a list of Mediterranean herbs that you can plant together:<\/p>\n\n\n\n