Starting a container garden is fun and easy. The first thing that you need to do is get a sturdy container. Any large plastic or metal tub will make a great place to start a container garden. A colorful tub will add character and charm to your kitchen or patio area. Make sure that the container is large enough to hold all of the plants that you wish to fill it with. Also, make sure that it large enough for the plants to grow. You may also wish to use individual pots, but a large container works out really well.

Once your have found the perfect container, just clean out the container and fill the bottom with rocks for drainage. You may want to drill drainage holes at the bottom if you intend to keep the container outdoors. It is a good idea to elevate the container to allow the water to drain freely.

Next, fill the container with nutrient-rich, planting soil. Potting soil that is intended for growing vegetables is preferred. You can also use a soil-free mix and may container gardening prefer this. Leave a two inch space at the top for adding mulch to make the soil richer in nutrients.

Choose the herbs that you enjoy using the most while cooking and a sunny location that is sure to be beneficial for your plants. You can start by planting seeds or small plants. Small plants are easy to use because the plants are more developed and you will get faster results.

Lastly, just clip, start cooking and enjoy!