A well-lit window at a pantry is a great place to grow plants. If you are confused about which ones to pick, we have a list of the Best Plants You Should Grow on Kitchen Windowsill!
Check out stunning pictures of houseplants on kitchen windowsill here
Best Plants You Should Grow on Kitchen Windowsill
Herbs
Growing herbs on a kitchen windowsill make a lot of sense as you will have a fresh supply for your dishes all year-round. All you have to do is stretch your hand, snip a few leaves, and you are done!
1. Thyme
Grow thyme on a sunny kitchen windowsill as it favors full, bright, direct sunlight and moist soil. You can add either dried or fresh thyme leaves to roasted dishes.
Learn how to grow thyme here
2. Basil
Grow basil on a sunny kitchen windowsill that receives plenty of sunlight and warmth. You can add fresh basil leaves to pasta, pizza sauces, salads, soups, and pesto.
Here’s all you need to know about growing basil
3. Oregano
Oregano can grow really well in a container on a sunny kitchen windowsill. A south-facing window could be an ideal spot for the herb to thrive best.
Learn how to grow Oregano here
4. Mint
A well-lit kitchen windowsill will always be incomplete if you are not going to grow mint there! This refreshing herb goes well with many dishes and cocktails.
Here’s everything you need to know about growing mint
5. Parsley
Grow Flat Leaf Parsley for a vibrant, strong, and sweet flavor than any other type of parsley. This herb is easy to grow and does well in a sunny or partially shaded location.
Learn how to grow parsley here
We have a great article on indoor kitchen herb garden here
Vegetables
6. Sprouts
All you need is a quart jar, a few tablespoons of sprouting seeds, and water to grow nutritious and healthy sprouts on your kitchen windowsill.
Learn how to grow Sprouts here
7. Microgreens
Microgreens are the seedlings of herbs and vegetables and are more nutrient-rich and tasty than mature ones! You just need a sunny windowsill and a shallow tray to grow them.
Here’s all you need to know about growing Microgreens
8. Garlic
Garlic will grow happily on a windowsill in 6-8 inches small pots. Make sure you use well-draining soil and keep it where it gets 3-4 hours of daily sun.
Check out our article on growing garlic here
9. Spinach
To grow spinach, you don’t need to have a big space. A sunny kitchen window is all you need to have a fresh supply of this vegetable!
Learn how to grow spinach here
10. Tomatoes
Yes! You can grow cherry and grape tomatoes on a kitchen windowsill to enjoy a fresh, organic, juicy harvest indoors. Just make sure the spot gets 4-6 hours of sunlight daily.
11. Green Onion
Green onions are another wise choice to grow on a kitchen windowsill. This will be more than happy to grow in a small pot and a good quality potting mix.
Here’s all you need to know about growing tomatoes
Have a look at the best Vegetables to Grow on Windowsill here
Succulents
12. Aloe
Aloe Vera and other species from the Aloe genus can be grown easily on a kitchen windowsill as long as it receives bright light.
Here’s all you need to know about growing Aloe Vera
13. Haworthia
Haworthia is worth growing on your kitchen windowsill as it is a compact plant. Its slim tapering leaves and tight rosettes look stunning in colorful pots.
Check out the best types of Haworthias for small spaces here
14. Jade Plant
Jade plant’s deep green and plump leaves will look cute on a windowsill in colorful pots. It also offers several feng-shui benefits, so growing it makes a lot of sense!
Learn how to grow Jade Plant here
15. Sedums
Sedums bear round-shaped leaves on top of upright stems that are often flushed with red that makes them look like jelly beans. This is another minimal care plant that you can show off on your kitchen windowsill.
Here are the best types of Sedums you can grow
Houseplants
16. Snake Plant
The sword-like leaves of the snake plant take up less space, and it will also look great on the kitchen windowsill. It also offers many benefits.
Learn how to grow snake plants here
Here are the best aglaonemas you can grow
Most gardeners who have a kitchen garden love to have some variety of pothos in the kitchen as these hardy trailing vines can thrive well in all sorts of light settings.
Learn how to grow Pothos here
- Peace Lily
With shiny green-colored leaves and spoon-shaped spathes, peace lily looks lovely in any corner of your home, including the kitchen windowsill. However, the plant can tolerate low light conditions but is known to bloom only in bright light.
Here’s all you need to know about growing Peace Lily
- Spider Plant
Learn how to grow Spider Plant here
21. Philodendron
Another great choice, you can grow it on a kitchen windowsill where it will climb the grills and railings. It can do well in a small pot, and you can also grow it in water.
Here’s all you need to know about growing Philodendron
Flowers
22. Orchid
Orchids will be more than happy to dwell and shine with their exotic flowers on a windowsill while you cook your favorite dishes.
Check out our article on growing orchids here
23. Bromeliads
Bromeliads are the best plants to enjoy colorful foliage and long-lasting flowers, both! They do not need much care and dwell well in low light.
Learn how to grow Bromeliads here
24. African Violet
If you like bright flowers, then African Violets are the way to go. They prefer a warm climate and do best in bright, filtered light.
Here’s all you need to know about growing African Violets
25. Flowering Kalanchoe
Being succulent, this plant is easy to maintain and looks spectacular with its colorful blooms! It needs few good hours of sunlight to flower well.
Learn how to grow Kalanchoe here
26. Scented Geranium
It might not be as easy to maintain and flower as other flowers on this list, but it is worth the pain. You need a south or west-facing window and moderate watering.
Check out our article on growing Geraniums here
- Anna coblin
- August 20, 2021 At 2:57 pm
- Very Awesome and Help full Article. It really helps me. thanks for sharing this.
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Very Awesome and Help full Article. It really helps me. thanks for sharing this.
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