Transform your apartment into a lush herb oasis with Acqua Garden's Apartment Garden Herb Plants. Ideal for urban dwellers with limited space, our collection offers a diverse array of aromatic and flavourful herbs, such as basil,mint,rosemary, and more. Easy to grow and maintain, these herbs are perfect for enhancing your culinary creations or simply adding vibrant greenery to your home.
With Acqua Garden, you’ll find the perfect herbs to suit your needs, whether you have a compact windowsill or an apartment. Enjoy fresh, homegrown flavour all year round with our premium herb plants, delivered right to your door. View all Herb Plants.
Commonly Asked Questions
Can you grow herbs in an apartment?
Absolutely! Acqua Garden offers a variety of herb plants that thrive in apartments. Simply ensure they receive ample bright light by placing them on a sunny windowsill or use a plant stand near a south-facing window. Supplement with grow lights if needed.
How to have an herb garden in a flat?
Start by identifying your sunniest spot, maximise your limited space with vertical planters, select easy-to-grow herbs, and use quality soil. Make sure your herbs receive sufficient sunlight and care to cultivate a healthy indoor herb garden.
What herbs are best for indoor herb garden?
Acqua Garden recommends basil,oregano,mint,chives,sage,rosemary, and thyme as some of the easiest herbs to grow indoors. They adapt well and provide fresh flavours right at your fingertips.
Can I grow herbs indoors all year round?
Yes, you can! With proper care and the right environment, Acqua Garden's herb plants flourish indoors throughout the year, ensuring a constant supply of fresh flavours for your kitchen.
What herbs have shallow roots?
Ideal for small pots, Acqua Garden's mint,oregano, and thyme varieties have shallow roots, making them perfect candidates for compact indoor herb gardens.
English Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) is a versatile herb perfect for culinary use, adding a fragrant touch to your dishes. Easy to grow and maintain, it's ideal for both seasoned and novice gardeners.
Basil 'Sweet Genovese' is a highly aromatic sweet basil plant known for its sweet, clove-like flavour and vibrant green leaves, making it a favourite among basil plants for sale UK. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced gardener, this Genovese basil variety thrives in various settings, including urban gardens and small spaces.
Growing Conditions
Sunlight: Requires full sun for optimal growth.
Soil: Prefers well-drained, moist soil.
Planting Tips: Space plants adequately in garden beds or containers; suitable for windowsills.
Watering: Maintain moderate moisture by watering regularly without overwatering.
Maintenance: Regular pruning and removing flowers enhance flavour and promote bushy growth.
Culinary Uses
Dishes: Perfect for pesto, salads, pasta, and infused oils.
Usage Tips: Add fresh basil at the last minute for maximum flavour and incorporate dried basil early in cooking.
Medicinal Benefits
Basil 'Sweet Genovese' can help relieve mouth ulcers, acne, constipation, and flatulence. Additionally, it naturally deters pests like flies, aphids, and whiteflies, keeping your garden healthy.
Product Variants
Available as plugs, strong seedlings, and pre-fed 9cm pots, ensuring robust roots and healthy starter plants for a thriving basil garden.
Experience the vibrant flavour and aromatic charm of the Spearmint Plant (Mentha spicata), an excellent addition to your UK garden. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, our easy-to-grow spearmint is perfect for enhancing both your culinary creations and garden aesthetics.
Culinary Delights
Spearmint is a versatile herb that elevates a variety of dishes and beverages. Use its fresh leaves to garnish salads, enhance sauces, or brew refreshing teas. The delightful aroma and flavour make it a staple in both sweet and savoury recipes.
Easy Care Tips
Sunlight: Thrives in partial shade to full sun.
Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained, alkaline soil.
Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Pruning: Regularly trim to prevent overgrowth and encourage bushier plants.
Maintenance: Divide the plant annually to maintain its health and vigour.
Environmental Benefits
Spearmint not only enhances your garden's beauty but also contributes to a healthy ecosystem. It attracts beneficial insects like bees and butterflies while naturally deterring pests, promoting a balanced and sustainable garden environment.
Attracts Pollinators: Encourages bees and butterflies to visit your garden.
Pest Deterrent: Naturally keeps unwanted pests at bay, reducing the need for chemical interventions.
Enhance your herb garden by adding our reliable spearmint plant. Visit our Mint Collection for a variety of mint plants or explore our Herb Plants collection to complement your garden further.
Bring the delightful fragrance and flavour of fresh spearmint leaves into your garden today and enjoy a bountiful, hassle-free gardening experience with AcquaGarden’s high-quality plants and fast, secure delivery.
Chive plants (Allium schoenoprasum) are a versatile addition to any garden, providing both flavour and beauty. Perfect for beginners and experienced gardeners, they thrive in pots or garden beds.
Easy-to-grow culinary herb
Attractive purple flowers in spring
Low-maintenance and hardy plant
Compatible with sustainable gardening
Suitable for small spaces
Enhance your garden with chive plants' unique health benefits and year-round appeal.
Garlic Chives (Allium tuberosum) are a versatile perennial herb that adds both ornamental charm and a unique garlicky flavour to your UK garden. Growing to a height of 60-90 cm, these robust plants produce attractive white flowers that not only enhance your garden's aesthetics but also attract beneficial pollinators.
Maintenance: Prune regularly to promote growth and prevent overcrowding; fertilize in spring and summer to maintain nutrient levels; monitor for common pests like aphids and treat organically if necessary
Culinary Uses
Garlic Chives are perfect for enhancing a variety of dishes. Add them to salads, soups, or use as a garnish to impart a subtle garlic flavour. For maximum taste, sprinkle finely chopped leaves at the end of cooking. The edible white flowers also make a beautiful and tasty addition to both savoury and sweet recipes, offering both flavour and decoration.
Benefits
Attract Pollinators: Draws bees and other beneficial insects to your garden
Sustainability: Packaged in eco-friendly, recyclable pots
Ornamental Value: Provides year-round beauty with its attractive blooms and lush foliage
Discover the refreshing burst of lemon mint, (Mentha x piperita f. citrata) perfect for indoor and outdoor gardening. This citrusy herb delights with vibrant green leaves and uplifting aroma, an essential addition to any garden.
Delightful citrus-mint flavour
Easy-to-grow for all gardeners
Perfect for herb gardens or pots
Adds freshness to culinary dishes
Ideal for tea and beverages
Elevate your gardening experience with lemon mint's versatile uses and aromatic appeal. Perfect for beginners and experienced gardeners alike!
Enhance your garden with our Garden Mint Plant (Mentha spicata), perfect for adding a refreshing aroma and vibrant greenery to any space. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, our mint plants are easy to grow and maintain, making them an excellent choice for both indoor and outdoor gardens.
Key Features
Fresh, Aromatic Leaves: Enjoy the delightful scent and flavour of fresh mint leaves.
Easy to Grow: Ideal for gardeners of all levels with minimal maintenance requirements.
Versatile Uses: Perfect for culinary dishes, medicinal remedies, and decorative arrangements.
Hardy Variety: Adaptable to various climates and conditions, thriving in full sun to partial shade.
Compact Size: Reaches up to 45cm in height, making it suitable for small and large gardens alike.
Uses and Benefits
Our garden mint plants offer a range of benefits that make them a must-have for any garden:
Culinary Uses: Enhance your salads, sauces, teas, and cocktails with fresh mint.
Medicinal Benefits: Known for its soothing properties, mint can aid digestion and provide relief from headaches.
Decorative Appeal: The mauve flowers add a touch of colour and elegance to your garden spaces.
Growing Instructions
Light: Prefers full sun to partial shade for optimal growth.
Soil: Thrives in moist, nutrient-rich soil with good drainage.
Watering: Keep the soil consistently damp but not waterlogged.
Propagation: Easily propagated by dividing the plant or taking cuttings.
Containment: Best grown in pots to control spread and maintain garden order.
Unleash the full potential of your garden with our reliable mint plants for sale. Visit our Herb Plants collection to explore a diverse range of herbs that complement your mint perfectly. Available now for delivery – bring the refreshing aroma of mint to your garden today!
French Parsley (Petroselinum crispum) is a versatile biennial herb that adds both beauty and flavour to your garden. Standing approximately 30cm tall, this hardy plant forms a leafy rosette in its first year, making it an excellent choice for both novice and experienced gardeners looking to enhance their herb garden.
Key Features
Aromatic and Delicate Flavour
Low Maintenance and Easy to Grow
Suitable for Various Gardening Spaces
Enhances Culinary Dishes and Garnishes
Thrives in UK Climates
Health Benefits
French Parsley is not only a culinary staple but also a nutritional powerhouse. Rich in vitamin C, iron, and antioxidants, it supports immune health, boosts energy levels, and promotes healthy skin. Additionally, its fresh properties can help in freshening breath.
Plant Care Instructions
Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil
Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade
Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods
Harvesting: Cut stems at the base to encourage regrowth and sow seeds every few weeks for a continuous parsley harvest
Culinary Uses
Enhances Salads and Sauces
Ideal for Soups and Stews
Perfect for Garnishing Dishes
Cultivate your own French Parsley to enjoy fresh, homegrown flavor all year round. Explore our wide range of Herb Plants and Parsley Plants to create your perfect garden paradise.
Enhance your garden with our premium Dill Plant (Anethum graveolens), perfect for both novice and experienced gardeners looking to add a versatile and aromatic herb to their collection. Available to buy online in the UK, our dill plants are easy to grow and bring both culinary delight and health benefits to your home garden.
Features & Benefits
Easy-to-grow aromatic herb
Ideal for both beginners and experts
Packed with health benefits
Perfect for small-scale urban gardening
Enhances any culinary garden
Growth Information
Our dill plants reach a height of 60-150cm and bloom with striking yellow umbels from July to September. They thrive in sunny positions with any or alkaline soil, requiring consistently moist conditions. Sensitive to root disturbance, it’s recommended to handle with care during planting. For taller varieties, staking tips are provided to ensure your dill stands strong throughout the growing season.
Culinary & Medicinal Uses
Dill is a versatile herb used in various recipes such as pickles, gravlax, and vinaigrettes. Beyond the kitchen, it offers health benefits like promoting sleep and easing colic in babies, making it a valuable addition to your garden.
Adding Dill plants to your culinary garden or herb plants collection not only provides fresh, flavourful herbs but also supports a sustainable and enjoyable gardening experience.
Discover the ease of growing dill and enjoy its architectural appeal in borders and small spaces. Buy your dill plant UK today and take advantage of our fast and secure delivery with a 100% happiness guarantee.
Parsley 'Krausa' Curly Leaf is a vibrant and aromatic herb, perfect for enhancing your culinary dishes and adding a touch of green to your garden. This curly leaf parsley variety is designed for both novice and seasoned gardeners, offering ease of growth and a bountiful harvest.
Key Features
Aromatic Curly Leaves: Dark green, curly foliage with a fresh, mildly peppery flavour, ideal for garnishing and flavouring dishes.
Perennial Growth: Enjoy parsley 'Krausa' throughout multiple seasons, providing long-term value to your garden.
Versatile Cultivation: Suitable for garden beds, containers, and even windowsills, making it adaptable to various gardening spaces.
Culinary Uses
Parsley 'Krausa' Curly Leaf is a versatile herb that elevates a wide range of dishes. Use it freshly chopped in:
Salads
Soups
Sauces
Garnishes
Growing Instructions
Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade, adapting to different light conditions.
Soil Requirements: Prefers well-drained soil to prevent waterlogged roots and ensure optimal growth.
Watering: Keep the soil lightly moist; ensure excess water is drained away to maintain healthy plants.
Specifications
Height: Up to 40cm
Spread: 50cm
Packaging: 1 x full plant in a 9cm pot
Parsley 'Krausa' is an excellent choice for home gardeners, requiring minimal maintenance while providing a reliable supply of fresh parsley. Follow simple care tips such as regular harvesting and pruning to encourage robust growth.
Enhance your kitchen garden with our Kitchen Bay Leaf (Laurus nobilis), an aromatic evergreen shrub perfect for culinary enthusiasts and gardeners alike. This versatile herb thrives both indoors and outdoors, adding fresh flavour to your dishes and a touch of green to your space all year round.
Features
Aromatic Culinary Herb: Ideal for enhancing various recipes.
Easy to Grow and Maintain: Suitable for both beginners and experienced gardeners.
Indoor and Outdoor Use: Versatile placement options.
Evergreen Foliage: Maintains its beauty throughout the year.
Urban Garden Friendly: Perfect for limited spaces and apartment gardens.
Culinary Uses
Our Kitchen Bay Leaf is a staple in many dishes, from hearty stews and casseroles to barbecue delights. Add a few leaves during cooking to impart a rich, aromatic flavour, and enjoy the benefits of fresh, home-grown herbs in your culinary creations.
Care Instructions
Watering Needs: Keep well-watered during the growing season; allow soil to dry slightly between watering.
Pruning: Tolerates extensive pruning to shape and encourage bushier growth.
Feeding: Use slow-release fertilizers to provide essential nutrients.
Sunlight Requirements: Prefers full sun to light shade for optimal growth.
Soil Type: Thrives in moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil.
Benefits for Your Garden
The Kitchen Bay Leaf not only enhances your cooking but also adds ornamental value to your garden. Its dark green, lustrous leaves provide a beautiful contrast to other plants, and it supports pollinators, contributing to a healthy garden ecosystem. Suitable for all our herb plants and available as part of our Bay Leaf Plants collection.
Technical Specifications
Botanical Name:Laurus nobilis
Eventual Height: Up to 20 feet
Spread: 10 feet
Pot Size: 10cm pot
Hardiness: Borderline hardy in UK climates
Ensure your kitchen and garden flourish with our reliable Kitchen Bay Leaf Plant, backed by AcquaGarden’s 100% happiness guarantee. Enjoy high-quality plants, fast and secure delivery, and bespoke protective packaging for a hassle-free gardening experience.
Coriander (Coriandrum Sativum) Plug Plants from Acqua Garden are perfect for UK gardeners. Discover the joy of growing this easy-to-grow herb at home.
Perfect for UK growing conditions
Easy-to-grow herb for beginners
Suitable for pots and gardens
Fresh flavour for cooking needs
Essential herb for various cuisines
Explore the benefits of growing coriander in the UK and enhance your gardening experience with this versatile, culinary herb. Check out our Coriander Plants collection.
