Herbs ~ Pots or in the Ground?

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I enjoy herbs so much. When I lived with my ex, I had a nice herb garden right out the back door, off the kitchen. It was so convenient. Now I have nothing. I used to make wreaths from the different herbs. So pretty with different shades of green. They were striking, and I really liked making them for the autumn months, and you can put flowers, ornaments, or whatever on them to make them unique. It is so nice to have herbs for cooking. But the question is how to plant them. In the ground or in a pot. But, the answer comes by answering two questions: * What is the climate and soil like in your area? * In pots, you can customize the soil, location, and size. With the rising prices growing your own herbs is a great way to economize. Think about the mosquito deterring, what foods your family eats, and grow your herbs accordingly. Herbs require good drainage, so if your soil is heavy, you might want to plant them in pots. This way, each herb has its own perfect soil. Also, you can add small pebbles, broken old pot pieces, or sand to the bottom of the pot for better drainage. Be sure to wash the pots before using. Unglazed pots are best because they can be placed in the ground and still absorb water and nutrients. Most herbs prefer a PH of 6 or 7, so it's not too acidic. If the soil is rich, basil, dill, parsley, fennel, and chervil can handle higher moisture levels. If the soil is sandier, plant lavender, thyme, and rosemary. Pots are also great for mint, spearmint, and catnip, which like to spread out. Another nice thing about potting your herbs is that you can then bring them inside for a longer growing season. The picture is from my collection.