Herb Garden

[Ming-Ming]

I was interested in growing a little herb garden in my window, which is near my bird cage.
I was curious of which herbs are safe and extra beneficial for the birds especially if they nibble on it from the planter?
Any suggestions?

 

[rikkitikki]

Great question! As far as herbs go, I think thyme, lavender, cilantro, parsley, basil are all good, as well as pretty much anything from the mint family...

Ohh!!! ETA: Offer Herbs To Pet Birds check it out!

 

[Ming-Ming]

Great question! As far as herbs go, I think thyme, lavender, cilantro, parsley, basil are all good, as well as pretty much anything from the mint family...

Ohh!!! ETA: Offer Herbs To Pet Birds check it out!

Thank you! I will definitely check it out

 

[Glowbird]

I put something in the bird room for the guys to "nibble from the planter." I went away for the weekend leaving birds and plant in the care of my husband. When I came back, all that was left was the planter and a lot of green confetti all over the counter...

 

[yvette]

My lovie loves parsley and its so easy to grow!

 

[lotus15]

Most herbs are safe BUT be careful with the soil! I am looking into this myself

 

[Billie Faye]

Oregano
Rosemary
Parsley

Dill weed.......nervine, gas, digestion, calmative
Thyme.....colds, coughs, indigestion, antiseptic
Lemon Balm.....anti-viral, circulation, antipyretic, digestion

 

[jasminlana]

wonderful. I always grow parsley and carrots for the rabbits. Parsley lasts all summer and into the fall. And I always run out to get some when I need it for cooking.

 

[hotfoot jackson]

You could also plant some radishes, as the greens are really good for birds, dandilion, silverbeet, peas, watercress, mustard plants.

 

[Ming-Ming]

Hrm a never thought about the problem with dirt....

 

[Brigidt36]

what does everyone recommend planting the herbs in? What herbs can be planted together in a container for a small mini garden? I am wanting to do this this year

 

[Ming-Ming]

what does everyone recommend planting the herbs in? What herbs can be planted together in a container for a small mini garden? I am wanting to do this this year

All I know is the pot needs good drainage.
I was thinking of a bunch of mini terracotta planters. My parents are going to take me to IKEA to see what they have

 

[Brigidt36]

How fun to go to IKEA! I've akwats wanted to go there. Can't wait to hear what you get
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