In fact, it loathes too much water and will quickly drown if you’re too overzealous.
The best way to keep a rosemary plant alive inside is to ensure good drainage.
Mint
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Like rosemary,mintalso thrivesindoors.
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But, unlike rosemary, mint doesn’t need a whole lot of light.
Instead, it thrives in indirect sunlight.
Once again, keep the plant moist, not wet, at all times.
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Thetwo do well togetheras they both enjoy a day full of direct sun and follow the same watering guidelines.
That’s because they areeasy to growand thrive just about anywhere.
Water when the topsoil feels dry to the touch.
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Lemongrass
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Love Thai food?
And bonus: It’s an especially delightful plant to grow for beginners.
Grab a pot with excellent drainage, fill it with potting soil, and watch your lemongrass grow.
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The good news is you could harvest it frequently to keep it happy, healthy, and growing.
Basil
Want everything you eat to taste delicious?
The solution is clear:Grow basil.
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(Sage is especially wonderful with apples, squash, and other fall veggies and fruits.)
Sage plants thrive in sunlight and are pretty drought-tolerant.
Let the soil dry out between waterings.
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It’ll give your kitties little something special to enjoy.
Bay
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Bay leaves are an essential (though not edible!)
addition to so many recipesand having a plant indoors lets you keep then on hand whenever you need it.
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