What are the Lighting Requirements for Common Container Grown Plants?

Basil, oregano, lemon balm, and chives are easy to start and will thrive in a sunny windowsill. Also plant garlic bulbs, seed onions, edible flowers (like nasturtiums and violets) and baby lettuces for impromptu salads.

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You can grow almost any herb on a windowsill. Not only will it give a delicious, flavorsome smell, but also adorn your kitchen in a pretty green and delicate flowers. These indoor planters are ideal for windowsills and tables; items like the whimsical terracotta “Lola Planter” can be used inside or out. The indoor gardening collection of anyone serious about creating the maximum effect should also include an array of plant stands in attractive designs.

However, most houseplants don’t like to be placed in the direct sun of a windowsill. Strong sunlight may actually burn their leaves. The simplest form of indoor container gardening is to place plants in windows that receive a decent amount of light.

Windows that face south and west are best and they usually receive enough light to grow leaf and root vegetables (beets, carrots, lettuce, onions and radishes) and herbs.

Light requirements vary by species and the amount of light that enters becomes less as one travels away from the equator, so be guided by local custom, but most houseplants get enough light in or near a south west facing window.

The room should also be kept between 15 and 25?C, the very best is to plant in a bright window away from direct sun (or equivalent if in summer outdoors in sun or part shade).

Water sparingly allowing moisture to slowly trickle into the soil; don’t over-water your plants.

Enjoy your container-grown plants!