7 Herbs You Can Grow In Water Indoors All Year Round

There are Herbs You Can Grow in Water Indoors All Year Round without dealing with soil or a potting mix of any kind!

If you want to have a fresh supply of aromatic herbs without dealing soil in your urban home, try these Herbs You Can Grow in Water Indoors All Year Round with ease in a small space.

Here are the best herbs to grow indoors

Herbs You Can Grow in Water Indoors All Year Round

1. Basil

Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum

You can have a never-ending supply of this fragrant herb all year-round. Growing basil is easy, and it’s a great way to make several specimens from an existing plant.

Learn how to grow basil in the water here 

2. Mint

Botanical Name: Mentha

You can grow a mint plant at home easily in water. Take a 4-5 inches long cutting from an established plant and propagate in the water on a sunny windowsill.

Here are the best types of mints you should grow

3. Rosemary

Botanical Name: Salvia rosmarinus

Take a 6-8 inches long cutting from a healthy rosemary plant and propagate it in a glass of fresh water. Make sure the leaves are not touching the water and keep it at a bright windowsill with partial sunlight.

Have a look at the amazing benefits of Rosemary here

4. Oregano

Botanical Name: Origanum

Oregano is a woody herb, so take stem cuttings from new growth and set them in a transparent jar filled with water. It performs well in full sun in cold climates, whereas it prefers part shade in warm climates.

Here’s all you need to know about growing Oregano in pots

5. Fennel

Botanical Name: Foeniculum vulgare

Take a shallow jar or dish and put a fennel bulb in it with the base facing down. Place it on a bright window and make sure to change the water every 2-3 days. The website called Gardening Know How has a detailed article on this process here.

Check out our article on growing fennel in pots here 

6. Cilantro

Botanical Name: Coriandrum sativum

You can easily grow cilantro or coriander in water with both seeds or cuttings. Just make sure to change the water frequently and expose the plant to bright and indirect sunlight. Must this YouTube video here to learn the how-to.

Check out our article on growing Cilantro in pots here 

7. Celery

Botanical Name: Apium graveolens

You can easily regrow celery from its base by keeping it in a jar of water. Within 7-10 days, you will see perfectly formed miniature celery growing from the base!

Check out our article on growing celery in the water here

How to Grow Herbs in Water from Cuttings

Things You’ll Need:

• Clean, sharp scissors or knife
• Clean glass jar or vase
• Freshwater

Method:

1. Take 3-6 inches long stem cuttings with the help of a knife or scissors. Cut below the leaf node.
2. Remove the bottom leaves from the stem. Also, take off any buds, flowers, and big or damaged leaves.
3. Place the cuttings in the jar filled with water, make sure top leaves have sufficient airflow. Also, ensure that no leaves get submerged in water.
4. Keep the jar in the south or west-facing window or where the cuttings get enough indirect light.
5. Change the water every two to three days as it will protect your herbs growing in water from bacteria and algae.
6. To boost the plant’s growth, you can use hydroponic fertilizer. For dosage, follow instructions on the packet.

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Watch this video for more information