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If you have empty glass jars lying around in your house, instead of throwing them away, make them a part of the kitchen garden. Old glass jars make great planters for growing small herbs. They occupy less space, look attractive and also enhance the beauty of the balcony, window or kitchen counter of the house. Many herbs can be easily grown in these provided proper drainage and sunlight. Let us know about 5 such herbs which grow beautifully in old glass jars.

basil

Tulsi or sweet basil is one of the most used herbs in the kitchen. Keep it in a glass jar in a place where it gets sunlight for 5-6 hours daily. By harvesting the leaves from time to time the plant becomes denser.

Coriander

Coriander seeds can be easily grown in glass jars. Always keep the soil slightly moist and avoid overwatering. Within a few weeks, fresh green leaves are ready which can be used in everyday cooking.

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Oregano leaves

Oregano is a low-care herb to grow. It prefers well-drained soil and remains healthy even with little water. When grown in glass jars it makes both an attractive and useful addition to the kitchen garden.

Thyme

Thyme is a fragrant herb that grows well even in small containers. It does not require much water. A glass jar kept in a sunny place is considered ideal for the growth of thyme and its leaves enhance the taste of many dishes.

peppermint

Mint is a fast growing herb and grows well even in small glass jars. Put small pebbles in the bottom of the jar and light soil on top. When given regular water and light sunlight, mint keeps giving fresh leaves for a long time.