If you love gardening but don't want to spend a fortune on plants, regrowing herbs from kitchen scraps is a simple and sustainable option. There are plenty of herbs that can regrow provided they have sufficient sunlight, water, and care. Other than helping you save money, you will have fresh and sustainable products to use within your reach. Herbs can be grown in pots on balconies, windowsills, or any available space inside your house. Some herbs that can be easily grown include mint, lemongrass, coriander, thyme, rosemary, and oregano.
Mint
Growing mint is considered among the easiest tasks for novice gardeners. All you need to do is cut off a healthy stem of the plant, strip it of the lower leaves, and soak it in water. Soon you will see roots forming, after which it needs to be transplanted to soil. It is fast-growing, thrives in indirect light, and can be used in tea, chutneys, juices, and desserts.
Lemongrass
Lemongrass can be regrown by placing the bottom part of the stem in water. The bottom should be planted in soil once it has established strong roots. The best way to cultivate lemongrass is by cutting off its leaves. It can be grown at any time of the year. Lemongrass is an important ingredient in Thai cuisine and herbal tea blends.
Coriander
Apart from its leaves, coriander can be regrown from stems with their roots intact. Put them in water in a sunny spot for optimal growth. When new leaves start appearing, transplant the stems into a pot containing damp soil. Coriander needs plenty of water and prefers cool conditions. The fresh leaves of this plant are excellent at bringing instant flavor to curries, salads, and soups.
Thyme
Thyme is another type of herb that grows very quickly from pieces and requires minimal maintenance. The use of fresh green branches is recommended, and they should be left soaking in water until roots develop. Thyme likes to be in areas with an abundance of sunlight and where the soil drains easily when transplanted. Thyme is often used in soups, sauces, and roasting meals.
Rosemary
Rosemary can be cultivated using soft green stem cuttings in water. They will be ready to plant in soil when the stems have developed roots. Rosemary can take slightly more time to root compared to mint and basil plants. However, it will yield a plant that lasts for several years. It has a rich taste and complements roasted vegetables and grilled dishes.
Oregano
Oregano can be regrown from stem cuttings as well. Take a healthy stem, remove the lower leaves, and place it in water. Roots will develop within a couple of weeks. Once the roots are strong, transplant the cutting into well-draining soil. Oregano thrives in sunny locations and is a staple in Italian and Mediterranean cuisines, perfect for pizzas, pasta sauces, and salads.
