Now that summer is behind us, you may find yourself missing the great outdoors, from gardening to lounging in the sunshine, it might be time to boost your dopamine levels by bringing some of your landscaping practices inside. There are many different ways you can garden indoors, from small kitchen window gardens to full blooming vegetable gardens with grow lights, there is a way for everyone to successfully bring a little bit of gardening indoors.
Indoor Gardens That Flourish
Kitchen Herbs
A small herb garden in your kitchen is both easy and resourceful. A few small pots are the perfect way to create a stunning and easily maintainable garden that can be used in your daily cooking. A few common choices include:
- Basil – Easy to grow and full of flavor, basil is a great way to add a pop of flavor to multiple dishes, or, if grown in bulk, you can try your hand at making homemade pesto!
- Mint – Delicious in hot teas as well as desserts and cocktails, mint is easy to grow and provides a great addition to any herb garden!
- Rosemary and Thyme – Very hearty plants, these are great for beginners and are two spices that are commonly used within Fall and Winter recipes.
At Home Salad Kit
In many cases growing your own leafy greens for salads will require a grow light, however, they are very easy and fast growing. A few variations you can try include arugula, spinach and leafy lettuce, all of which are easy to grow and provide the perfect mix for a big winter salad or addition to a sandwich.
Microgreens
Microgreens are some of the easiest edible plants to grow, requiring very minimal effort, they make a great addition to salads, sandwiches or as a garnish or topping to some of your favorite dishes. Another perk is they are fast growing, you’ll often be able to harvest your microgreens only 2 weeks after planting the seeds. A few popular microgreen options include:
- Broccoli Sprouts
- Sunflower Sprouts
- Radish Greens
Dwarf Citrus Trees
If you have more space and are looking to taste a little vitamin C to bring you back to the warmth of summer, dwarf citrus trees might be a great addition to your home! Citrus trees require a lot of light, so you’ll want to put your potted tree in a sunny place next to a window or find a great light that provides the proper amount of daily light needed for your tree to flourish and provide juicy fruits. From clementines to lemons and limes, you can create your own mini citrus field!
With the right watering schedule and light, you can bring those warm summer days into your home and practice your green thumb all year long. Make sure to use well-draining soil and enjoy all the different culinary creations you can make with your new indoor garden! If you’re hoping to create new landscaping or prepare your landscaping for the coming Spring, our team of dedicated landscaping professionals is here to help bring all of your landscaping dreams to life. Contact us today to get started!