Small-space kitchen growing

Pot & Pane

Herbs that earn their place on a windowsill — what to plant, how much sun is enough, and when to snip without killing the plant.

Match the plant to the pane

Basil, thyme and rosemary thrive. Rotate pots weekly so stems do not lean hard.

Mint, chives and parsley manage well. Watch for damp soil after grey weeks.

Skip hungry Mediterranean herbs. Try chives or accept supermarket pots as short stays.

Wants warmth and consistent water. Pinch tips early so it bushes instead of flowering too soon.

Likes a dryish top layer. Propagate cuttings in water, then pot into free-draining mix.

Keep it in its own pot — it will bully neighbours. Harvest often; flavour stays brighter.

Good for narrow troughs. Thyme forgives missed waterings; chives bounce after a hard cut.

Pots with drainage, mix that does not stay soggy, snips that actually cut stems clean.

Useful for weekends away — still check reservoirs; mint drinks more than rosemary.

We point people toward beginner-friendly allotment and community garden sessions.

One watering or harvest reminder — not a flood of offers.