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The right location

Herbs sometimes have very different demands on theirs LocationThe general rule is that most herbs need a lot of sun and warmth. An almost ideal location is therefore the south wall of the house or a wall. Hedges also protect against wind and frost damage. On the other hand, some less herbs such as wild garlic, lovage or mint prefer partially shaded or even shady places. They grow best on the edges of hedges or under trees.

Do not cultivate hardy herbs in pots

Many exotic and some Mediterranean species are not hardy here and should therefore be best in pots to be cultivated. Examples are: lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus), Diptam (Origanum dictamnus), real ginger (Zingiber officiale) or many varieties of rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis). Herbs cultivated in pots are in good hands on a south or west facing balcony (or terrace). In addition, they almost always need a light and frost-free winter quarters.

What kind of soil do herbs feel good on?

Well-drained, medium-nutrient-rich soils are ideal for the healthy growth of almost all herbs. However, some species - especially those from the Mediterranean region - need permeable, but rather nutrient-poor soil. So before you get down to planting and sowing, first inquire about the specific needs of the species and varieties you have chosen - and work yours Garden soil if necessary accordingly.

Before the planting prepare the garden soil

Intensive floor care improves all floors and is therefore particularly important. Heavy, greasy soils are particularly suitable for very few herbs. They are cold, often compacted and tend to become waterlogged - not exactly ideal for healthy root growth. In order to improve these soils sustainably, air and a lot are required humus in the ground. To do this, regularly dig up the soil thoroughly and loosen it up with sand. Even Green manure, regular additions of compost and constant Mulching sustainably improve the soil over the years. Lean sandy soils, on the other hand, can be reduced by adding green manure, Mulch(€ 239.00 at Amazon *) as Rock flour(€ 12.33 at Amazon *) and compost can be improved. If the soil is very sandy, adding clay can also help.

Planning a herb garden

Careful planning of the herb garden prevents a lot of trouble later - because if you look in advance which places in the garden are more sunny and which are more likely shady and where the soil is rather poor and where rather loamy, you can choose and plant the herb types and sorts that are right for you. After the right location has been found and the desired herbs have been selected, the design and division of the beds are planned. There are countless possibilities for this, depending on the purpose and use of the garden. In kitchen gardens, herb beds are usually laid out according to formal criteria, while we know mixed cultures with herbs and vegetables from typical cottage gardens. Herbs can also enrich borders or the natural garden by combining them with ornamental plants.

Herbs for the rock garden

Most Mediterranean herbs do not tolerate heavy or even waterlogged soils. They need a lot of warmth in summer and moisture is particularly difficult for them in winter. These species grow much more naturally on poor soils, are more aromatic and produce more active substances. Often the rock garden culture is the best solution. The location is sunny, the soil nice and warm and dry. By selecting the stones you can influence the soil, limestones, for example, continuously release lime and create good growing conditions for savory, lavender, marjoram, stonecrop, rosemary, sage, thyme, wormwood and Hyssop.

Raised beds are often placed on less fertile or built on stony or sandy soils. The frames made of wooden boards, wicker or stone are made with compostable materials and good Topsoil filled so that the herbs can grow lush here. In principle, a raised bed can be built anywhere, the only important thing is that the location has sufficient sunlight. The length of the beds is arbitrary, but they should not be wider than a maximum of one meter - this way the plants can still be easily reached.

Build a herb spiral yourself

Herbal spirals create space for many plants in a confined space, whereby all herbs get their ideal location - dry or moist, lean or humus, sunny or partially shaded. The correct arrangement of the plants ensures that everyone can grow in a good neighborhood. The shape of the herb spiral is reminiscent of a snail shell. The stones are laid out in a spiral and stacked higher and higher towards the center. When you layer the stones, you fill in the soil immediately. Particularly important: Fill in the soil that the herbs to be planted prefer.