Herbs are incredibly versatile. They offer
many medicinal benefits and are a necessity in the kitchen. But wouldn't
it be great to grow your own herbs all year round, without having to
change the soil or water them frequently? This guide will teach you how
to grow your own herbs in water.
Here's How:
1. To take a cutting from your herb growing in the garden, snip off
6-inch sections from the growing tips and put the cutting in the
water-filled bottle. If you do not have a herb garden, you may use the
herbs you get from the supermarket. Just wash them in plain water and
cut off the lower part.
2. Place the herb cuttings in a glass bottle (more on this below) with
water - best use spring water as it is high in minerals. Do not use
chlorinated water as this can damage the plant tissues.
3. If using a glass bottle, opt for a
colored bottle or wrap it with paper, ensuring that the roots are not
exposed to light. A bottle is ideal as its narrow end will support the
herbs, keeping them upright. Bear in mind that there should still be
some room at the neck of the bottle, enabling a transition of air for
the roots to be able to breathe.
4. Be sure to remove the lower leaves from the water, as they can rot
and spoil the herb.
5. As the roots grow during the first 2 to 6 weeks, you need not change
the water. To keep the roots and herbs healthy as they grow, you can add
some rooting hormone powder.
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With these basic tips in mind, these are
the 10 herbs you can grow in water:
1. Rosemary: The roots of this herb may take a while to grow, so be
patient. But if grown in spring, they will grow a lot faster. For better
results, keep the plant in a sunny spot.
2. Sage:
Take some sage cuttings in the
spring and place them in water. This herb should be placed in a bright
spot in a well-aired environment, as it is prone to mildew.
3. Peppermint:
Peppermint is an easy herb to grow. Just place a few
fresh cuttings in some water. It will grow in no time at all.
4. Tarragon:
To grow this herb in water, take a few cuttings in spring,
after new growth appears. You may take a few cuttings in the fall too,
but they will take longer to grow in water. Keep the herb in a warm and
bright spot. Opt for French tarragon if you plan to use it in your
cooking. Russian tarragon is best used in salads.
5. Basil:
Few herbs are easier to grow in water than basil. Take the
cuttings any time before the herb starts to flower and keep the bottle
in a sunny spot.
6. Spearmint:
Just like peppermint,
spearmint is just as easy to grow. Refer to the third point for growing
tips.
7. Thyme: For the best results, you need to take cuttings of new growth
that is green. Old growth will be stiff and brown and may not sprout
roots as easily. The best time to take the cuttings is in mid-spring to
early summer, just before the plants start flowering. Be sure to put the
thyme in water as soon as you take them, as the stems of thyme tend to
dry out fast. Once the herb starts growing, cut the stems to promote
branching.
8. Oregano:
This is a great herb to grow indoors. It's versatile and can
be used in all sorts of dishes. Place the cuttings in water, then pinch
the growing tips as soon as the plant starts to grow.
9. Lemon Balm:
Pick several cuttings in the spring, or come fall, then
place them in water in a bright spot. After 3 or 4 weeks, the cuttings
will have developed roots. Be sure to change the water often and if the
weather is warm, you can keep it outdoors.
10. Stevia:
This fantastic herb can be added to some beverages or tea.
Place the stevia cuttings from actively growing branches in a container
full of water, and keep it in a sunny and warm place.
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