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To help your herbs thrive in the tropics, using well-draining soil is key. Choose a light mix with plenty of sand or perlite, which allows excess water to escape quickly, and add a bit of coconut coir for moisture control without waterlogging. Elevating pots slightly off the ground and placing a layer of gravel or pottery at the bottom can further improve drainage. Controlling watering is also important; water only when the top inch of soil feels dry, especially after rain, to avoid overwatering. For better air circulation, space the pots apart and prune to prevent moisture buildup that can lead to fungal infections. Tropical sunlight can be intense, so consider providing some shade during the hottest parts of the day, especially for tender herbs like basil and mint, to reduce stress and keep them from scorching. Following these practices can make it easier to maintain healthy herbs in the tropics, despite the challenges of high humidity and frequent rainfall - CK
@c.o8016 thx for your reply. Much appreciated. Yeh tried changing soil mix. Already using 1/3 growth soil, 1/3 sand and 1/3 vermiculite. It is very humid here , over 60+%. Somehow my watering it seems to not quite get the sweet spot I think.😵💫 As for the 'type' it is hard to find the origin. Over here people don't much care which is which as long as they grow😁. But I have had some donations of different cuts which I now trying. It seems they don't like water much! 😮 Rosemary is particularly tricky I find. I could send U photos but don't know how.🙄 . If U R interested to see that is. Oh they are all in pots. No Garden here in this concrete jungle.
I'm in MI 6a and I cut that parsley back to the nub a few weeks ago. I went out to the greenhouse a few days ago and they're both huge, beautiful bouquets. I was amazed.
It is amazing how parsley will keep coming back to life after it is cut back, isn't it? Thanks so much for commenting AND for following along ALL THESE YEARS!!!! CaliKim
I have all these herbs in my garden and my oregano and parsley have self seeded in numerous parts of the yard. Mason bees, wasps/Hornets, bumblebees and honey bees all love these herbal flowers. With the exception of basil and fennel, they are part of the mint family. My mint is an heirloom chocolate mint and definitely has a mild chocolate flavor and wonderful mint flavor.
Chives, Yarrow, Catnip, and Lavender grown from seed are a no-go in my garden. Even Catnip and goji berry transplants die. I don't know if it is the soil type, soil ph, or they simply don't like Alabama weather. Probably the later. However, Spearmint, peppermint, comfrey, rosemary, chickory, basil, bunching onions, parsley, thyme, cilantro, oregano, and dill do very well. Needless to say, I don't need to buy a lot of spices. Basil with a touch of lemon juice makes a good drink on a hot summer day, as does spearmint and peppermint. I've finished processing tomatoes and have eight pints of salsa, and twenty-seven pints of tomato sauce. Next on my canning list is strawberry kiwi jelly and pinapple preserves. It is also harvest time for Swiss Chard, Komatsuna, Tatsoi, Yellow Heart Winter Choy, and Pak Choi. I'll probably plant a late planting of Malaga Radish, and maybe some more Pak Choi? It never ends in my garden.
Tennessee here. I finally went with a yarrow plant start, and it has done beautifully. I did finally manage one - one - to start this year from seed, but that was a complete surprise. And while they recommend full sun for yarrow plants, I put mine where it has afternoon shade b/c it's so intensely hot here on summer afternoons.
I’m so happy to know there’s still so much we can plant in November. Awesome video thank you for the information. I took Garden and California zone 9B. 💙💚💛🧡❤️💜 Liz
@@CaliKim29 I'm learning as I can. I'm growing basil in the summer months but have to cover it with netting if grasshoppers are bad. Grasshoppers love basil. I need to give some of the cold hardy ones a try although below zero temperatures are fairly common in our area. I've a spot I'll try next year.
Starting multiple herbs together in one container is a great idea, and it’s a wonderful way to save space and keep the counter organized! Grouping herbs with similar needs, like mint and basil, can also make it easier to manage their care. Just be mindful to give each one a little space to avoid overcrowding, and you’ll have a convenient mini-garden right in the kitchen. CK
I lost my chocolate mint but regular mint is always good and is one of my first herbs when I stared gardening, question is chocolate mint very different care from regular can some one help me ? Please 🙏🏻
Since I’m in Columbus Ohio, winter hasn’t really set in yet - but I did take cuttings of rosemary, 3 mint varieties and basil for winter growing inside. But I do have a question about lavender: I didn’t think it was an edible herb. So the seed variety you sell is edible I presume(?). And I’m thinking of having a small pot of most of the herbs this winter inside. Just hope I don’t get any fungus gnats. 😊
That is a great idea about having a small pot of those herbs inside this winter - I am glad you are thinking ahead! Yes, the seeds I sell are edible. CameraGuy's niece is a transplant from CA to Columbus and she LOVES it!!! They are doing smart things in that city to keep it enjoyable! CK
Nuh-uh uhhhh.. No such thing as a dumb question in the garden! LOL .. Yes, you can propagate a few different herbs in the same jar, as long as they have similar water needs and growth rates. Herbs like mint, basil, and rosemary all root well in water and make good candidates for shared propagation containers. When choosing which herbs to combine, try to pick those that root at similar speeds. Mint, basil, and oregano, for instance, root quickly and tolerate sharing space, while rosemary and thyme might take a bit longer and may benefit from being separated if they need more time. With multiple herbs in one jar, it’s helpful to change the water every 2-3 days to keep it clean and oxygenated. Clean water helps prevent rot and encourages healthy root growth. Be careful not to overcrowd the jar; two or three stems of each herb are usually plenty to ensure that roots have space to grow without competition or increased risk of mold. Once the roots are about 1-2 inches long, it’s best to transplant the herbs into soil, where they’ll adapt well and grow more vigorously. Starting with two or three herbs per jar is an effective way to save space and still ensure you get healthy, rooted herbs. Keep me posted! Hope you all is well with you - CaliKim
Thank you, Kim, I'll grab some herb seeds. I've got some mint, lavender, and a sage plant already, but it's addictive. lol I love lavender, sage, fennel, and mint. Those are my faves, but they all smell good. I used to live in Simi Valley, so I miss the area sometimes. How are you doing with the smoke from the Mountain fire?😥😒 I am familiar with the geography there, and I heard it made it to Moorpark.😢 I empathize with other Californians affected by winds and smoke. I've not lost my house, though, so that's really a bummer. I used to work with my now ex-husband on aeration and dethatching machines on people's lawns in both Simi Valley and Moorpark. In Sacramento, he expanded to mowing (retired). This was back in the late 80s/early 90s. We'd make a few hundred bucks and go camp in our van at Point Magu, a lifetime ago. Take care💞
Thanks so much for sharing those memories, it sounds like you really enjoyed your time in SV. Great job growing...sounds like your gardening is doing well? As far as Mountain fire...yes, we did get light smoke over our way...so light you couldn't see but your eyes would become irritated. You are welcome for the video and I'll keep an eye out for your order and throw some 'thank you's in there, as well! CK
@@CaliKim29 The heat hit my garden hard this year, even with the shade cloths. Lots of tomatoes. Peppers are good. Cucumbers produced but struggled. Got a couple of butternut squash. The plants that I started in September are doing great. I've got a few ideas for next year. Thank you! Excited about my seed package. Woot 🥰
Ahhh...Okay, your order has already been totaled, packaged, etc. and goes out today! We'll get you some extras on the next go around, Heather, Annie. LOL!
Which of these perennial herbs are you growing? Thanks for gardening with us! -CaliKim & CameraGuy
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📕Pre-order CaliKim’s new book: "The 10-Minute Gardener" (releasing winter, 2024) at calikimgardenandhome.com/pages/10-minute-gardener, and get 3 freebies:
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Downloadable, printable 2025 calendar includes color photos from my book and time saving tips for each month!➡A $10 coupon to our Seed & Garden Shop, calikimgardenandhome.com
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@@CaliKim29 U make it look so simple. I live in the tropics n my mints, basil, rosemary keeps dying...it is so difficult to control the moisture.
@@timyung4143 You may want to try growing Thai basil. Have you tried growing in pots with excellent drainage?
To help your herbs thrive in the tropics, using well-draining soil is key. Choose a light mix with plenty of sand or perlite, which allows excess water to escape quickly, and add a bit of coconut coir for moisture control without waterlogging. Elevating pots slightly off the ground and placing a layer of gravel or pottery at the bottom can further improve drainage.
Controlling watering is also important; water only when the top inch of soil feels dry, especially after rain, to avoid overwatering. For better air circulation, space the pots apart and prune to prevent moisture buildup that can lead to fungal infections. Tropical sunlight can be intense, so consider providing some shade during the hottest parts of the day, especially for tender herbs like basil and mint, to reduce stress and keep them from scorching.
Following these practices can make it easier to maintain healthy herbs in the tropics, despite the challenges of high humidity and frequent rainfall - CK
@c.o8016 thx for your reply. Much appreciated. Yeh tried changing soil mix. Already using 1/3 growth soil, 1/3 sand and 1/3 vermiculite. It is very humid here , over 60+%. Somehow my watering it seems to not quite get the sweet spot I think.😵💫 As for the 'type' it is hard to find the origin. Over here people don't much care which is which as long as they grow😁. But I have had some donations of different cuts which I now trying. It seems they don't like water much! 😮 Rosemary is particularly tricky I find. I could send U photos but don't know how.🙄 . If U R interested to see that is. Oh they are all in pots. No Garden here in this concrete jungle.
this was my first year growing herbs and i'm loving it, lemon balm is my fav
Excellent!!! Where are you gardening from, Chris? Thank you for watching - CaliKim
I didn’t know so many herbs grew in just water. Awesome, thank u 😊
Yes, some herbs are quite happy in a container with just water! Thanks for watching and commenting! CK
I'm in MI 6a and I cut that parsley back to the nub a few weeks ago. I went out to the greenhouse a few days ago and they're both huge, beautiful bouquets. I was amazed.
It is amazing how parsley will keep coming back to life after it is cut back, isn't it? Thanks so much for commenting AND for following along ALL THESE YEARS!!!! CaliKim
I have all these herbs in my garden and my oregano and parsley have self seeded in numerous parts of the yard. Mason bees, wasps/Hornets, bumblebees and honey bees all love these herbal flowers. With the exception of basil and fennel, they are part of the mint family. My mint is an heirloom chocolate mint and definitely has a mild chocolate flavor and wonderful mint flavor.
That is wonderful to hear - what a great comment!! I am so glad they are thriving in your garden! CK
Chives, Yarrow, Catnip, and Lavender grown from seed are a no-go in my garden. Even Catnip and goji berry transplants die. I don't know if it is the soil type, soil ph, or they simply don't like Alabama weather. Probably the later. However, Spearmint, peppermint, comfrey, rosemary, chickory, basil, bunching onions, parsley, thyme, cilantro, oregano, and dill do very well. Needless to say, I don't need to buy a lot of spices. Basil with a touch of lemon juice makes a good drink on a hot summer day, as does spearmint and peppermint.
I've finished processing tomatoes and have eight pints of salsa, and twenty-seven pints of tomato sauce. Next on my canning list is strawberry kiwi jelly and pinapple preserves. It is also harvest time for Swiss Chard, Komatsuna, Tatsoi, Yellow Heart Winter Choy, and Pak Choi. I'll probably plant a late planting of Malaga Radish, and maybe some more Pak Choi? It never ends in my garden.
Tennessee here. I finally went with a yarrow plant start, and it has done beautifully. I did finally manage one - one - to start this year from seed, but that was a complete surprise. And while they recommend full sun for yarrow plants, I put mine where it has afternoon shade b/c it's so intensely hot here on summer afternoons.
I’m so happy to know there’s still so much we can plant in November. Awesome video thank you for the information. I took Garden and California zone 9B. 💙💚💛🧡❤️💜 Liz
Those flowers around you are looking bee-yoo-tee-ful and your yellow shirt gives a nice pop of colour amongst them. 🤗
Thanks so much for noticing! I was so happy to be surrounded by them! CK
I've always wanted to grow herbs. Terrific tutorial!
You should start your herb garden, I hope you enjoy all the harvests for years to come. What's preventing you from doing so? CaliKim
@@CaliKim29 I'm learning as I can. I'm growing basil in the summer months but have to cover it with netting if grasshoppers are bad. Grasshoppers love basil. I need to give some of the cold hardy ones a try although below zero temperatures are fairly common in our area. I've a spot I'll try next year.
Ok...next year then....game on!! CK
Love your container of herb starts there! I should do all of mine at once and save on the number of jars on the kitchen counter!!
Starting multiple herbs together in one container is a great idea, and it’s a wonderful way to save space and keep the counter organized! Grouping herbs with similar needs, like mint and basil, can also make it easier to manage their care.
Just be mindful to give each one a little space to avoid overcrowding, and you’ll have a convenient mini-garden right in the kitchen. CK
I lost my chocolate mint but regular mint is always good and is one of my first herbs when I stared gardening, question is chocolate mint very different care from regular can some one help me ? Please 🙏🏻
How many seeds do you get per fall seed collection pack?
Since I’m in Columbus Ohio, winter hasn’t really set in yet - but I did take cuttings of rosemary, 3 mint varieties and basil for winter growing inside.
But I do have a question about lavender: I didn’t think it was an edible herb. So the seed variety you sell is edible I presume(?).
And I’m thinking of having a small pot of most of the herbs this winter inside. Just hope I don’t get any fungus gnats. 😊
That is a great idea about having a small pot of those herbs inside this winter - I am glad you are thinking ahead! Yes, the seeds I sell are edible. CameraGuy's niece is a transplant from CA to Columbus and she LOVES it!!! They are doing smart things in that city to keep it enjoyable! CK
@ Fantastic! And Welcome CameraGuy’s niece to the Buckeye State of Ohio, and particularly Columbus! 😊
I love mint too! In my Mojitos 🍹 ❤ 😂
Ok, come over then, because we do, too!!! HA HA. CK
Might be a dumb question, but can I propagate all those herbs in the same jar? (Or, I'd more likely do 2-3 herbs).
Nuh-uh uhhhh.. No such thing as a dumb question in the garden! LOL .. Yes, you can propagate a few different herbs in the same jar, as long as they have similar water needs and growth rates. Herbs like mint, basil, and rosemary all root well in water and make good candidates for shared propagation containers. When choosing which herbs to combine, try to pick those that root at similar speeds. Mint, basil, and oregano, for instance, root quickly and tolerate sharing space, while rosemary and thyme might take a bit longer and may benefit from being separated if they need more time.
With multiple herbs in one jar, it’s helpful to change the water every 2-3 days to keep it clean and oxygenated. Clean water helps prevent rot and encourages healthy root growth. Be careful not to overcrowd the jar; two or three stems of each herb are usually plenty to ensure that roots have space to grow without competition or increased risk of mold. Once the roots are about 1-2 inches long, it’s best to transplant the herbs into soil, where they’ll adapt well and grow more vigorously.
Starting with two or three herbs per jar is an effective way to save space and still ensure you get healthy, rooted herbs. Keep me posted! Hope you all is well with you - CaliKim
Hi Kim I hear the train I can't wait to go lavender and what's your favorite herb to grow😊
I like chives -- they are so versatile!! Always good to hear from you Keith - CK
🎉lemon detox water,ginger,tea,honey,cucumber
Great list, I love how you've combined the herbs with some delicious ways to use them! CK
I can’t germinate lavender, sage, chives, from seed to save my life any tips and tricks zone 8b
Keep watching, maybe something will click?! What keeps happening when you do? CK
Thank you, Kim, I'll grab some herb seeds. I've got some mint, lavender, and a sage plant already, but it's addictive. lol I love lavender, sage, fennel, and mint. Those are my faves, but they all smell good. I used to live in Simi Valley, so I miss the area sometimes. How are you doing with the smoke from the Mountain fire?😥😒 I am familiar with the geography there, and I heard it made it to Moorpark.😢 I empathize with other Californians affected by winds and smoke. I've not lost my house, though, so that's really a bummer. I used to work with my now ex-husband on aeration and dethatching machines on people's lawns in both Simi Valley and Moorpark. In Sacramento, he expanded to mowing (retired). This was back in the late 80s/early 90s. We'd make a few hundred bucks and go camp in our van at Point Magu, a lifetime ago. Take care💞
Thanks so much for sharing those memories, it sounds like you really enjoyed your time in SV. Great job growing...sounds like your gardening is doing well? As far as Mountain fire...yes, we did get light smoke over our way...so light you couldn't see but your eyes would become irritated.
You are welcome for the video and I'll keep an eye out for your order and throw some 'thank you's in there, as well! CK
@@CaliKim29 The heat hit my garden hard this year, even with the shade cloths. Lots of tomatoes. Peppers are good. Cucumbers produced but struggled. Got a couple of butternut squash. The plants that I started in September are doing great. I've got a few ideas for next year. Thank you! Excited about my seed package. Woot 🥰
Nice job!! You are doing great! I'll keep an eye out for your order, Annie!
@@CaliKim29 Thank you! My real name is Heather de la Cruz. I go by Annie online. Ann is my middle name.
Ahhh...Okay, your order has already been totaled, packaged, etc. and goes out today! We'll get you some extras on the next go around, Heather, Annie. LOL!
ahhhh 1st?
Yes. LOL!!! See you tomorrow!
@CaliKim29 nooooo I have to WORK Memorial Day!
Well hopefully I didn’t trim my sage back to far. I thought it actually died.
Keep me posted, Kent! CK