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Do you have some of your favorite herbs? Why not grow them in water and keep them on the right side of the kitchen window sill or counter? Herbs grown in water are just as tasty as the herbs you grow in the garden. You do not have to mess with the soil or worry about changing the regular watering or seasons.

Water

For a simple herbal stand in the kitchen, you can root the herb pieces in plain water in glass bottles. Avoid applying chlorinated water directly as the bleaching chemical is not suitable for plant tissues. Tap water left in the air overnight is fine, so rainwater can be stored. Springwater or well water is best because it contains dissolved minerals that can be used for plants.

Containers

As for the container, Mason will make jars or any other glass bottles, even plastic bottles. The roots generally prefer to grow away from light, so colored bottles, especially amber ones (like these) are best. To keep the root zone dark, wrap a piece of paper around the bottle. This will prevent algae growth on the container walls and root surface. Algae do not adversely affect plant growth, but they do make the bottles irregular.

10 Best Herbs You Can Grow in Water

1. Pepper

Mint is very popular for medicinal uses because it contains menthol which is a highly volatile substance. It gives a unique cooling to the skin or tongue but does not really cause any temperature variation. Growing peppermint in water is easy; Put new cuttings in the water to grow new plants.

2. spearmint

This is another type of mint that is closely related to mint. In fact, peppermint is a natural blend of spearmint and is commonly called water mint.

3. Oregano

The leaves can be used to flavor any vegetable as this tough herb is worth growing indoors. Take pieces of fresh growth and put them in water. Start pinching the growing tips as soon as the plant starts to grow well.

4. Basil

 Loves the warmth of your kitchen and will happily grow in a container filled with water until you provide good lighting. Take cuttings at any time before flowering begins. If you have a variety of basil, the best way is to grow cuttings in water to protect your collection in the winter.

5. Sage

In the spring take soft cuttings and root in water. You may only need one or two sage plants because you only need a very small amount to provide flavor. Keep plants in bright light and well ventilated as this herb is prone to fungal infections.

6. Stevia

It is good to have this sweet plant at home to add to freshly brewed tea and drinks. Take pieces of vigorously growing soft branches and place them in water. Provide a warm place and as much light as possible to keep this tropical plant happy and full of sweetness.

7. Lemon balm

The lemon scent of this mint-family herb is a welcome treat in any home, especially in winter. The leaves are excellent for making tea. Take cuttings in spring or fall. Place the containers in a warm place that receives plenty of bright indirect light. They may take 3-4 weeks to form roots. Keep the water clean with regular changes.

For some, it may be easier to root the cuttings outside the house when the weather is still hot. Lemon balm can help prevent infected white fungus. Once the new plants are well established you can bring them into the house.

8. Tarragon

Take cuttings in the spring after the appearance of new growth. Autumn cuttings are also good, but they can take longer to grow roots. Place the cuttings in a warm place that receives bright light. French tarragon is best as a cooking herb. Russian tarragon is light or bland, so use it green in salads.

9. Thyme

You need to pick up pieces of new growth in green. Old-growth roots that have become hard and brown do not germinate easily. Before the plant starts to bloom, the best time to take cuttings is from mid-spring to early summer. Thin stalks of thyme dry very quickly, so put them in water as soon as they are cut. If necessary, spray the area above with water. Once it starts to grow, cut the stems to encourage branching.

10. Rosemary

Half the tree stems of rosemary will take longer to take root, but spring cuttings of new shoots will be faster. Either way, it is worth the effort because rosemary makes an excellent indoor plant for a sunny spot.