🌿 You Don’t Need Soil to Grow These 7 Everyday Cooking Herbs!

G GOWTHAM
Love fresh herbs like coriander and mint but short on space or soil? You can grow 7 common cooking herbs hydroponically or in water right in your kitchen. Here’s how!

💧 1. coriander (Cilantro)

  • Cut healthy stems from fresh coriander
  • Place in a glass of water, change water every 2–3 days
  • New roots will sprout in 1–2 weeks
  • Perfect for soups, salads, and curries
🌱 2. Mint

  • Use a few stems of fresh mint
  • Put in water with sunlight
  • Leaves stay fresh for weeks, roots grow quickly
  • Great for teas, chutneys, and garnishes
🍋 3. Basil (Tulsi or Sweet Basil)

  • Trim the top of a healthy stem
  • Place in water, change every 2–3 days
  • Roots appear in 1–2 weeks
  • Ideal for pasta, soups, and herbal drinks
🧄 4. Spring onion / Green Onion

  • Cut the white roots and place in water
  • Greens will regrow continuously
  • Use in salads, stir-fries, and omelets
🌶️ 5. Lemongrass

  • Take fresh stalks and place the bottom part in water
  • Roots develop in 1–2 weeks
  • Adds fresh aroma to teas, soups, and curries
🥬 6. Rosemary

  • Cut a small stem of rosemary
  • Place in water or a damp cloth until roots form
  • Works well in roasted vegetables, bread, and marinades
🥗 7. Thyme

  • Snip healthy sprigs of thyme
  • Place in water until roots grow
  • Use in soups, sauces, and seasoning
💡 Tips for Growing Herbs Without Soil

  • Use clean glass jars or containers
  • Keep herbs in sunlight for 4–6 hours daily
  • Change water every 2–3 days to prevent bacteria
  • Harvest leaves regularly to encourage new growth
🧠 Bottom Line

You don’t need a garden or soil to enjoy fresh cooking herbs. With just water and sunlight, you can grow coriander, mint, basil, and more right on your kitchen counter for flavorful, healthy meals all year round.

 

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