It may not be gardening season yet, but I’m not going to let that stop me. I really miss the taste and smell of fresh basil, so it is time to grow some inside. I’ve bought the plants from the produce section of the grocery store in the past, but one of my goals this year is to really learn and embrace the process from seed to harvest. I attempted starting vegetables and herbs from seed once in the past with a tragic ending, but I think this is the year I finally learn how to do it. I’m going to start off simple by growing one of my favorite herbs inside so I can become more confident with the process and will be ready to start veggies in a few weeks.

Here are a couple of videos I used as guidance on how to get started:

• Grow Perfect Basil Indoors
• Planting Herb Seeds + Indoor Herb Growing Tips
• Seed Starting Success: Sow Like a Pro

I also enjoy fresh microgreens on my salad and sandwiches. Today I’m soaking some mung beans and a mix with alfalfa, radish, broccoli, and clover. These are so simple to grow and microgreens are so concentrated with nutrients that they can contain levels up to nine times higher than the mature plants.

Beyond edible plants, I also upgraded my monstera and snake plant to new planter homes and I think they are so absolutely beautiful. They are definitely happy in their new digs and are showing off. I look forward to seeing my snake plant reach for the sky and fill its container nicely :).