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Reasons to plant your you need to prune your plants, try this with the Planting tips leftovers: own herbs: It saves money: With herbs growing • Wrap it in a moist kitchen towel and place inside a ziplock bag/airtight container and store Choose a semi-sheltered, sunny (4-7 hours of direct sunlight), non-windy spot. lusciously in your own little herb garden, inside the fridge. Plant your herbs in containers that drain well you will have access to free herbs most of the year. It’s healthy: Herbs add flavour and are packed with vitamins. Having it available in your garden allows you to use it more in • Clean and cut your herbs, place them inside empty ice cube containers and fill with olive oil. Freeze and once frozen add the cubes into ziplock bags and keep them frozen. Simply add a block to your dishes when cooking. (drainage is key) using fertile potting soil. Water regularly the first two weeks, and thereafter only when the first 2 cm of the pot is dry to the touch. your cooking. Plus, the time spent outside, nurturing your herbs is also good for your mental health. • Create your own herb-infused oil. Heat oil and the herb of choice in a pot on the lowest setting on your stove. Let it go for a while, strain and pour into a bottle with a lid. Store • Prune regularly. • During August – April fertilise monthly. The Hills ISSUE 4 | <strong>2018</strong> It’s beautiful: Herbs are not only nutritious but attractive to look at too. Wherever you choose to create your herb garden, it will add to your curb appeal. Ideas for leftover herbs your infused oil in the fridge. Tip: Any of the above will make a great “gift” for family and friends. • Mulch once a year. • Repot annually. • If you have pests, use organic pesticide. 30 If you’ve cut off more than you need, or if
HEALTH & WELLNESS Recycled herb “pot” ideas You don’t have to start out big or make a large investment at first. Instead, test your skills with these recycled “pot” ideas: • A shoe organiser • Empty tins • Pellet wood • Gutters Photo Credit: Pinterest The Hills ISSUE 4 | <strong>2018</strong> 31
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