What is meant by herb spiral?
An herb spiral is an idea commonly implemented in permaculture gardens. It is a way of growing a wide range of herbs, each of which enjoys different moisture and light levels, in a relatively small area. One of the great things about herb spirals is that the idea is a flexible one.
What is the point of an herb spiral?
The premise behind an herb spiral is to create diverse growing environments for culinary and medicinal herbs at various elevations, utilizing various soil/drainage conditions, and various exposures to sun, shade, wind, frost, etc., and to utilize gentle slopes and bulk soil to slow down the natural movement of water.
Why would a herb spiral be important in areas such as Cape Town?
The Herb Spiral is a highly productive and energy efficient, vertical garden design. You can stack plants horizontally AND vertically to maximise space. It’s a practical and attractive solution for urban gardeners. The spiral ramp provides a planting area large enough to fit in all your common culinary herbs.
How big should a herb spiral be?
about 6 feet
What herbs can you plant in a spiral?
Spirals do well with the following twelve herb recommendations, with their preferred plant hardiness zone.
- Rosemary. This herb tolerates very little cold and does best in well-draining soil.
- Oregano. Oregano prefers drier soil and full sun.
- Sage.
- Tarragon.
- Thyme.
- Cilantro.
- Basil.
- Chives.
Where do you plant spiral Basil?
In the middle, plant herbs that require moister soil conditions, such as sage, basil, and cilantro. Then at the bottom of the spiral, plant thirsty herbs like mint, parsley and chives. Shade tolerant plants should go on the north side, those that like more sun can go on the south side.
How many bricks make a herb spiral?
My herb spiral is 5 feet wide and 20 inches high. I used about 120 bricks. Make sure you have about 8 inches wide of planting space to give the plants room to grow.
Which herbs have deep roots?
Chive plants have the shallowest roots of all herbs at just three inches long. Parsley and basil in particular have deep roots and do better in containers at least 18 inches deep. Oregano, tarragon, and thyme have root systems that are six inches long.
Which herbs can be grown together?
Generally, herbs that like the same environment can be planted together. Herbs that are commonly planted together are sage, thyme, rosemary, marjoram, lavender, and oregano, among others. You should avoid planting mint with other herbs due to its invasive properties.
What herbs don t need sunlight?
Growing Herbs in Low Light
- Chervil.
- Chives.
- Cilantro.
- Lemon balm.
- Mint.
- Oregano.
- Parsley.
- Sweet cicely.
What should you not plant near Basil?
Basil cannot be planted next to other herbs, like sage or rue. Marigolds. Marigolds and basil are a natural insect-repelling pair, so plant them nearby one another to double up on a potent aromatic shield.