Container Herb Garden Ideas

Using grow bags is an efficient and space-saving way for growing herbs.

Grow bags are versatile containers made from breathable fabric, allowing for better air circulation to the roots.

When picking high-quality grow bags, choose ones with sturdy handles for easy lifting, durable stitching to withstand the elements, and thick fabric for good airflow.

Just fill them with a good potting mix, leaving a few inches at the top. Plant your seeds or seedlings, then put the bags where they get plenty of sunlight and water them regularly.

A wooden garden table is essentially a raised planter box that makes gardening easier, especially for those who struggle with bending or kneeling.

The raised design is perfect for anyone with physical limitations.

Don't worry—building a wooden garden table is a fairly straightforward DIY project.

Materials Needed:
- Wooden planks (for the sides, bottom, and legs)
- Screws or nails
- Drill or hammer
- Coco fiber liner
- Sandpaper
- Weather-resistant sealant
- Saw
- Measuring tape
- Level
- Wood glue (optional)

How to DIY:

1. Measure and cut four planks for the sides, four for the legs, and several for the bottom of the planter. Make sure the cuts are straight and even.

2. Lay out two side planks parallel to each other and attach two shorter planks at the ends to form a rectangular frame using screws or nails.

3. Attach the four legs to the inside corners of the rectangular frame, and then secure them with screws.

4. Place the bottom planks inside the frame, spacing them evenly for drainage. Secure them with screws.

5. Sand all edges and surfaces to prevent splinters. Afterward, apply a weather-resistant sealant to protect the wood.

6. Line the inside of the planter with a liner to hold the soil and ensure proper drainage.

7. Fill the planter box with a potting mix. Then, plant your herb seeds or seedlings and place the planter in a sunny spot.

Plastic pots are lightweight and durable and come in various sizes and colors.

They also keep moisture well and can be easily moved around as needed.

For indoor use, choose pots with trays to catch extra water and protect your surfaces. Look for those with good drainage holes to prevent waterlogging.

If your plastic pots don't have enough holes, you can easily make more using a soldering iron. Just plug it in, let it heat up, and carefully poke holes for better drainage.

Got some of those old garden soil or potting mix bags lying around? You can use them to plant herbs, too.

Planting herbs directly in the soil bags is a great choice for outdoor gardening, especially if you have a lot of herbs to grow.

It’s an awesome option because it recycles the soil bags, saves space, and requires minimal setup.

Materials Needed:
- Bags of garden soil
- Herb seeds or seedlings
- Sharp knife or scissors

How to Setup:
1. Lay the soil bags flat in the desired outdoor location.
2. Use a sharp knife or scissors to cut open the top of each bag. Leave a few inches of the border intact.
3. Poke several small holes in the bottom of the bags for drainage.
4. Loosen the soil inside the bags with your hands or a small trowel.
5. Plant your herbs, water them, and place the soil bags where they can get lots of light.

Hydroponic systems are easy to set up and maintain. 

You'll love the faster growth rates and higher yields. Also, you can control the conditions, so your plants stay healthy with fewer pests and diseases. 

Helpful tips:
- Place your hydroponic system in an area with plenty of natural light, or use grow lights to make sure that your herbs get enough light.
- Regularly clean your hydroponic system to prevent algae and bacteria buildup. Use a mild bleach solution to clean the reservoir and components, then rinse thoroughly.
- Even in a soil-free environment, pests can sometimes appear. Inspect your plants regularly and take action if you see any signs of infestation.
- Check the water levels in your containers frequently and top up as needed. Consistent water levels are crucial for the proper functioning of a hydroponic system.

A hanging herb garden is an excellent option for those with limited space. It's created by planting herbs in hanging baskets, which can be suspended from hooks or other structures.

A hanging herb garden is something you can DIY.

You can use various types of baskets. Wicker baskets, metal wire baskets, and plastic baskets are all great options. Look for those with sturdy hooks and are deep enough to accommodate the root systems of your herbs.

Materials Needed:
- Baskets
- Coconut fiber liners
- Potting soil
- Herb seeds or seedlings
- Hooks or a hanging structure (e.g., a wall-mounted bracket)

How to DIY:
1. Place the coconut fiber liners inside the hanging baskets to hold the soil.
2. Fill the baskets with potting soil.
3. Plant your herb seeds or seedlings in the soil, spacing them appropriately.
4. Attach the hooks or set up a hanging structure in a location that gets plenty of sunlight.
5. Hang the baskets on the hooks or structure.
6. Water the herbs well after planting and continue to water regularly.

Using k-cups for gardening herbs is always a great idea.

Once you have gathered a sufficient number of used k-cups, here’s how to prepare them for gardening:

Materials needed: 
- Used k-cups
- Needle (for poking drainage holes)
- Potting soil
- Herb seeds or seedlings

How to Set Up: 
1. Thoroughly rinse each k-cup under water to remove any coffee grounds and residue.
2. Use a small tool like a needle to poke a few holes in the bottom of each k-cup for proper drainage.
3. Fill the cleaned k-cups with potting soil and plant your herb seeds or seedlings.
4. Place the k-cups in a sunny spot, like a windowsill inside or a table on the patio outside, so they get enough sunlight to grow well.
5. Now, since k-cups are small, they can only hold herbs for a short time.
6. As your herbs grow and outgrow the k-cups, you will need to transfer them to larger containers to allow for more root space and continued healthy growth. 
7. Keep an eye on the growth of your herbs, and when they start to look cramped, it’s time to move them to bigger pots.

A cooler can provide plenty of space and good insulation for your plants, helping them maintain soil temperature and moisture levels.

Using this is also a fantastic way to repurpose an item you no longer use.

To start, you'll need to drill holes in the bottom of the cooler for proper drainage.

Although the material is thick, you can use a power drill to make the holes. Here’s how you can set it up.

Materials Needed: 
- Old cooler
- Power drill with a suitable drill bit
- Potting soil
- Herb seeds or seedlings

How to Set Up: 
1. Use a power drill to make several holes in the bottom of the cooler. 
2. Fill the cooler with potting soil.
3. Plant your herb seeds or seedlings in the soil.
4. Put the cooler where it can get plenty of sunlight.
5. Water the herbs as needed. Keep the soil moist but not too wet.

Buckets are great for both indoor and outdoor gardening because they are spacious and easy to move around. Their aesthetic appeal can also add a charming touch to your garden. 

The thing is, they don't have holes, so it's important to be cautious to avoid overwatering.

More Helpful Tips:
- Move the buckets indoors or to a sheltered location during extreme weather conditions, such as frost or excessive heat.
- Regularly check if the herbs are becoming root-bound and repot them if necessary.
- For taller herbs like rosemary or dill, use stakes or small trellises for support.
- Trim the herbs from time to time to encourage bushy growth and prevent them from becoming leggy.
- If growing indoors, like on a balcony, periodically rotate the buckets to ensure all sides of the plants receive equal sunlight.

Terracotta pots are durable and sturdy, making them suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.

The clay material allows for good airflow and moisture regulation, which helps prevent overwatering and root rot.

If you want to use terracotta pots but don't have enough space, the hanging pot option is a great solution.

It saves space and allows you to grow multiple herbs vertically. You just need some time for a simple DIY project to set it up.

Materials Needed:
- Wooden pole or post
- Terracotta pots with drainage holes
- Metal hooks
- Twine
- Potting soil
- Herb seeds or seedlings
- Drill

How to DIY:
1. Drill holes along the wooden pole where you want to hang the pots.
2. Securely screw metal hooks into the drilled holes.
3. Attach the terracotta pots to the hooks using a twine. Make sure that they are securely tied and balanced.
4. Fill the pots with potting soil.
5. Plant your herb seeds or seedlings in the pots.

Repurpose used cans for your herb garden. Cans are easy to move around, can be painted for a fun project, and offer enough space for herb roots to grow.

You can use a variety of cans for your herb garden, based on what you have at home. Cans from vegetables, soups, beans, and fruits are great options because they come in different sizes.

Coffee cans are another excellent choice, as they are usually larger and provide more space for root growth. You can also use pet food cans as long as they are thoroughly cleaned.

Materials Needed
- Used cans (cleaned and labels removed)
- Nail 
- Hammer or drill
- Potting soil
- Herb seeds or seedlings
- Paint and brushes (optional for decoration)

How to Set Up:
1. Clean the cans thoroughly and remove any labels. If you want, paint and decorate them to add a personal touch.
2. Use a nail and hammer or a drill to make a few holes in the bottom of each can for drainage.
3. Add potting soil to each can.
4. Plant your herb seeds or seedlings in the soil. 
5. If you have a patio or porch, you can group the cans together in a sunny spot.

Mason jars are usually used for drinks or storing dry goods like grains and pasta, but we can also use them for herb gardening.

They make great containers for small plants and herbs due to their clear glass, which allows you to see the soil and roots.

A hanging mason jar herb garden is a practical solution for small spaces like balconies, patios, or even kitchen walls.

Materials Needed: 
- Mason jars
- Hooks or wall mounts
- Hangers for the jars
- Potting soil
- Herb seeds or seedlings
- Small stones

How to DIY:
1. Clean the mason jars thoroughly.
2. Place a layer of gravel or small stones at the bottom of each one to help with drainage.
3. Securely attach the hangers to the mason jars.
4. Install hooks or wall mounts in your desired location. They should be strong enough to hold the weight of the jars filled with soil and plants.
5. Add potting soil on top of the gravel in each mason jar.
6. Plant your herb seeds or seedlings in the soil.
7. Hang the mason jars on the wall mounts.