Not to mention, you’re often paying for 3x as many herbs as you need and end up tossing the excess herbs that have wilted away in your fridge only a few days later. Store-bought herbs often put a damper on our wallets due to being somewhat overpriced (around $3.00 for a small package). By growing your own herbs, you won’t have to worry about altering a recipe due to the lack of having a required herb and you can stop making a dash to your local grocery store for such a small ingredient. Let’s face it: herbs and spices are essential to making our everyday meals whether it’s for adding a little kick to the recipe or for the countless health benefits. Here's eight reasons why you should grow your own indoor herb garden: Growing your own indoor herb garden can be both a fun experience and a wise decision. Not only would this remove a few items from your grocery shopping list, but your home would always smell amazing. Imagine having herbs and the wonderful accompanying aromas always at your fingertips. And, once the herb outgrows its home, think about splitting the plant and repotting the sections into more of your upcycled aluminum cans.Benefits of Growing an Indoor Herb Garden When creating a herb garden, remember not to pack the soil too tightly and to give them lots of space. To finish off, you can also tie handwritten labels with twine to help you identify the herb.To make sure your upcycled planter drains properly, carefully make a few holes into the bottom and add a layer of pebbles at the base.
Paul also recommends coating the can in primer before painting.Start by sanding the can down to roughen the surface.If you choose to paint them, there's a bit of preparation you can do to ensure their longevity: Paul McFadyen, metals specialist and Chief Executive at metals4U, explains that tin is a practical material to use for housing herbs, as it doesn’t rust easily. 'They have a very rustic appearance if left as they are, or they can be painted for a more put-together look which fits the color scheme of your kitchen,' Paul says. Upcycling old ceramics, cans and tins is a fantastic alternative to pots and planters if you’re creating an indoor herb garden. (Image credit: David Giles Photography / Future)
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