To grow herbs indoors, you’ll need 1000 foot candles (fc) or more for six hours daily. ... There are several varieties to choose from, including peppermint, spearmint, and sweet mint.

Peppermint and spearmint are the most widely grown mint varieties because they are handy for tea and infusion waters, disliked by mosquitos, and very easy to grow.

New LED grow lights use minimal electricity while providing the specific light spectrum herbs need to thrive. Set them on timers for 10-14 hours daily to mimic natural sunlight patterns.

Proctor's Garden: How to grow an indoor herb garden Herb gardens can make wonderful, lasting gifts for the gardener or cook in your life. To stream 9NEWS on your phone, you need the 9NEWS app.

Plant expert Reena Gardner shared essential tips for growing herbs and vegetables indoors for beginner gardeners. She recommends understanding how much water and light your plants need, watering ...

When it comes to growing herbs in pots or in the ground, ... like mint and spearmint, which if allowed to grow freely will extend throughout (and beyond) your garden bed. The Bottom Line.

Here's how to grow the ultimate Phoenix herb garden. What herbs grow best in Phoenix Arizona? Anne LeSenne is an assistant agent in horticulture at the University of Arizona Cooperative Extension.