Decorate with aromatic herbs your kitchen is much more than an aesthetic proposal; it is also very practical. By growing your own aromatic herbs at home, you will have a new resource to give your dishes a subtle differentiating touch. A very interesting option for all those who enjoy cooking and want to give it a touch green.
Species like parsley, basil, oregano, or mint are relatively easy to grow. Today there are small flowerpots or wall panels with holes in specialized stores that allow you to grow different herbs in the minimal space and they are also decorative. There are also DIY alternatives, cheaper, there are no excuses!
Space problems are no longer an excuse, one wall is enough to grow the most demanded aromatic plants in the kitchen. Today the vertical cultivation It is a reality and products are being launched that allow these species to be cultivated in small panels of post-formed plastic or other materials with cavities for cultivation.
It is possible to find basic terracotta panels with a capacity for 9 floors from € 35. You can also build your own panel using a wooden plank and anchoring on it some Glass jars large. Place some pebbles in the bottom of the jar as a drain and use a mixture of substrate and sand as a base to plant your aromatics.
Lately the cultivation in inverted pots as a solution for rooms with limited space. Made from recycled polypropylene and with Slo-Flo irrigation system they are manufactured in a wide variety of colors and include the steel cables and the hook to hang them from the ceiling. You can find them from € 40.
If space is not a problem and you have enough countertop, you can always opt for the traditional method for growing it by choosing planters or pots according to the style of your kitchen: clay or wood for rustic kitchens or white polypropylene for more open and modern spaces.
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