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Jun 19, 2020 · Looking for ways to start a herb garden in Singapore? From hydroponics herb gardens to self-watering herb gardens, discover easy ways to do so!
Choose your Plant to Match your Gardening Abilities. Some of the more common herbs that you might want to plant are: basil, mint, rosemary, thyme, curry leaves, oregano, parsley, ginger, chilli and coriander. Do some research to ‘rank’ the herb plants according to difficulty, and select a plant based on your gardening experience and abilities.
By growing herbs and spices in community gardens, gardeners and the community can harvest fresh herbs and spices and use in their culinary pursuits and also learn more about where various types of herbs and spices in their kitchen come from. Community Garden at Tampines Starlight RC.
- Start with the basics. Singapore’s climate can be very hot and dry. Plants or herbs with the best success rates are basil – both the Thai and Italian or sweet basil varieties – mint, rosemary, pandan, curry leaf, laksa and chilli padi.
- Buy from a reputable supplier. Always purchase your seeds and gardening supplies from a reputable supplier, such as NÓNG.
- You don’t have to spend a lot. If you have friends who are already growing herbs in their home, they can simply propagate it for you at zero cost. Purchasing seeds from a supplier can range from $4 to $9 for a pack, depending on the quantity and whether it is organic.
- Water, fertilse, harvest, repeat. Just like a skincare routine, successful urban farming requires a consistent 3-step maintenance. Of course, add lots of tender loving care into the process for the best results.
Home to medicinal herbs as far as the eye can see, Nanyang Herb Garden contains a diverse number of plants used for Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It’s caretaker, Zhuang Minshan, a registered TCM physician, looks after all these plants with the help of one staff member and some volunteers.
Away from the city lies a hidden gem of Singapore’s herb heritage: Uncle Tan’s Herb Garden. With the help of a dedicated team, Uncle Tan turned a plot of barren land into a lush field of local herbs that strives to preserve our precious herb heritage.
With a little bit of planning and care, you can create your very own herb garden right in your HDB flat or home. Not only is it a great way to add fresh flavors to your cooking, but it’s also a sustainable and eco-friendly way to grow your own produce. Here are some tips on how to grow herbs in Singapore for HDB gardening and home organic ...
