Sun herbs can brighten up your home in the spring and summer. They can be used in salads, cooked as a garnish or even as an addition to potpourri and tea mixes. Planting sun herbs in pots is easy to do if you know what to do. Most of them can handle being planted in a variety of locations with some variation in the amount of sun they get. Here are some things to consider in planting and caring for these versatile plants.

Planting herbs in containers is best if you live in part sun and part shade. If you have a southern facing window, you could grow full-sun herbs such as Rosemary, basil, oregano, sage and thyme for an all year round pleasure. These herbs need as little, if any, direct, natural sunlight as possible (about four to six hours). Easy herbs which will tolerate part-sheltered conditions should include cilantro, mint, parsley, chives and in case of a pinch of salt, thyme. Partially shaded herbs such as basil, oregano and sage would also work. These herbs tend to grow well in partial shade.

Sun plants should receive an abundance of sun during the morning and afternoon. Full sun plants are healthier and the flowers more colorful. Sun gardening may be more appealing to you because you don’t have to constantly water in the hottest months. Some people find that growing herbs in pots in the shade gives them an opportunity to enjoy cooking outdoors as well as taking care of their plants.

The soil for planting an indoor herb garden should be prepared slightly looser than you would use in the outdoors. This way you won’t have to remove it for the plants to root. The area should be well-drained and well-irrigated. It is always wise to test the pH and soil acidity before planting. Your local garden center will be able to advise you on how to begin and how to maintain your indoor herb gardening.

Mint is a favorite for adding flavor to meals, but it can also help reduce anxiety, especially for people who suffer from chronic headaches. The cooling scent of mint is relaxing. Mint has a refreshing taste. For this reason, it can be used in cooking and in bread making. It can also be used to freshen up beverages.

Herbs such as dill, anise, fennel, cardamom and fennel grow well in the garden. They can even be moved indoors for the summer months when they are not growing too well outdoors. A small container garden of these herbs is attractive, but you do not want them overcrowding your kitchen. A window box will be sufficient for most herb gardens. These six hours of light will keep them growing nicely. You can move them inside if the weather turns cold.

Sunflowers are an inexpensive way to attract lots of bees and butterflies to your herb garden. They are easy to grow in pots. In addition, they make marvelous cut flowers.

The full-sun herb loves full sunlight and prefers well-drained soil with lots of nutrients. This species grows well in southern climates and is considered to be a weed-free variety. It prefers acidic soil. It is not difficult to grow Rosemary.

This flowering perennial is the favorite of many a gardener because it produces beautiful purple blooms. Chamomile likes full sun, so it is a good choice for plants that prefer sunny areas. It prefers fertile, well-drained soil that has been sprayed frequently with a non-selective herbicide. Chamomile does not like drought. It does not grow well in acidic soil.

This is a perennial that is best planted in the spring. This is an excellent choice for your indoor herb gardening indoors. It is sturdy and hardy. It produces big, rich blooms in full sun. It is an excellent choice for your indoor herb gardening.

This is a perennial herb that grows in cool areas and prefers full sun. Sage grows well in most areas of the country. It prefers rocky soil with lots of clay. They do well in partial shade. It will bloom from early spring to late summer. The yellow flowers are white, pink or rose-red and the foliage is long and thin.