Starting an indoor herb garden in your Brooklyn apartment is easier than you think. Whether you're in a sun-drenched Williamsburg loft or a cozy Park Slope brownstone, these five herbs are practically foolproof.
1. Basil
The king of kitchen herbs. Basil loves warmth and light—give it your sunniest window and it'll reward you with fresh leaves for pasta, pizza, and pesto all year round.
2. Mint
Almost impossible to kill. Mint actually does better in a pot (it's invasive outdoors). It tolerates lower light and inconsistent watering. Perfect for mojitos and tea.
3. Chives
Set it and forget it. Chives are incredibly low-maintenance and come back stronger after cutting. They handle cooler temperatures and less direct light than most herbs.
4. Parsley
The workhorse herb. Both curly and flat-leaf varieties do well indoors. Parsley tolerates cooler apartment temperatures and lower light conditions.
5. Rosemary
Mediterranean vibes for your kitchen. Rosemary prefers to dry out between waterings—perfect if you're the forgetful type. Just give it lots of light.
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