Buying fresh herbs can get pricey but if you happen to grow your own you’ll have the convenience of not having to run to the store and you’ll save money! Maybe you’re thinking “well I don’t have a green thumb”. Well, did you know you can grow some herbs right in water? It’s easy cause you can see how much water is in there and when it needs to be refilled. So there’s no guessing if you’ve over watered it or haven’t given it enough! Here are the herbs you can grow, right in water:

Oregano
Basil
Sage
Thyme
Rosemary
Stevia
Peppermint

To get started you’ll need to find a container. The best choice is to find a glass container that is colored or opaque. That way the roots aren’t getting to much sunlight but the plant is. (roots are sensitive to sun and too much can cause them to die.) You’ll also want your herbs to stand upright so either look for a narrow mouth container or cover the top with net, chicken wire or tape.

Once you have your jar you’ll need your plant. You can use the ones you buy in the store. Just wash them and cut them to about 6 inches and put them in the water filled container. The herbs that are more woody stem like rosemary, take more time to start so don’t get discouraged.

Your herbs will also need food, not just water. You can check with your local nursery for food or they sell some on Amazon as well. You’ll simply mix it in per manufacturer recommendations. Remember more is not always better so make sure you follow the directions.

Starting your own herb garden weather in water or soil is a great way to save money. So think about the herbs your use more often and start with those. Remember, if you start to get an abundance of herbs, you can also dry them and store them long term.