Right, let’s have a little chat about herbs. July is a brilliant time for them, especially if you’re into summer cooking or BBQs. At the garden centre, we’ve got a lovely range of herbs in handy 9cm pots. They’re perfect to take home and plant in a sunny spot, in the garden or in containers by the kitchen door.
Basil is a real favourite of mine in the summer. I love using it with tomatoes or whizzed into a quick pesto. Rosemary’s another go-to, especially when you’re cooking on the BBQ, and yes, it smells as good as it tastes.
Mint is brilliant in drinks or chopped over salads, but I always say pop it in a pot or it’ll run riot. And if you haven’t tried marjoram, it’s such a lovely herb with a sweet flavour that works a treat with grilled veg or meat.
I’ve put together a little video with a few more of my favourite herbs, including thyme, parsley and chives. There are also a couple of handy tips for keeping them happy through the warmer months, perfect if you’re planning to cook outside or just want to add a bit of flavour to your meals.
