At first I thought chillies were too specialised for my indoor garden. They seemed like the kind of plants that needed endless sunshine, tropical heat, and special care. But then I started noticing chilli plants on friends’ windowsills — small, cheerful pots bursting with red and orange fruit — and realised they were much more
At the beginning I was inexperienced, I assumed vegetables were off-limits. Herbs seemed manageable — neat little pots that sat happily on the windowsill — but vegetables? I thought they belonged outdoors, in soil, under sky. Then one winter, when the garden centre shelves were bare and my parsley was still thriving by the kitchen
Indoor gardening begins with three simple truths. Plants need light, warmth, and consistent care. If you can give them those three things, you can grow herbs successfully on any bright windowsill. This guide takes you through the entire process of starting an indoor herb garden from nothing — setting up your space, sowing your seeds,