1. Sunny location. Herbs do best when grown in sunny conditions. For best results, select a window that receives at least six hours of sunlight. South-facing windows are best, but east- and west-facing windows can also work. North-facing windows don’t provide enough sunlight for herbs to grow. Supplemental lighting, from fluorescent bulbs or grow lights, placed 8 inches from the herbs can be added in areas that don’t get enough sunlight.

The ideal temperature for growing herbs indoors is between 65 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit, or 18 to 21 degrees Celsius, during the day, dipping down into the low 60s to mid 50s at night.

2. Containers with drainage holes. The container type isn’t important, but it must have holes for drainage. Pots should be at least 6 inches across to allow enough space for roots to grow. Larger pots are better, because the soil dries out more slowly and needs to be watered less often.

3. Well-drained soil. Well-drained soil is a must for herbs. Use a potting or planting mix, which is best for containers, as it doesn’t get overly moist as many potting or garden soils can.

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