How to Start Herb Plants From Seed Indoors

Choose your seeds. Think about the herbs you use most often and the kind of cooking you tend to do. For example, you may not have much use for lavender, but chives and sage might be key elements of some of your favorite recipes.

Find a well-lit spot in your house. Herbs do best with five hours of light a day. If you live in a warmer climate, you may need to water more frequently. Also, avoid placing pots near heating vents, which will dry out your plants.

Plant your seeds in small clay pots. Be sure they are well drained and that you have good soil. The pH level should be fairly neutral, and you might want to add a small amount of Soil Moist to your herb-growing pot to help it hold moisture.

Keep your indoor herbs moist but don't over water them. Check the soil of your plants daily.

Try an herb garden growing kit. There are several available online and through gardening catalogs. These take the guess work out of growing seeds and provide you with all the necessities.