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1. Let the Sunshine In
Locate your brightest window and add a set of grow lights, if needed.
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![2. Make a Flat Plan](https://www.readersdigest.ca/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/containers.jpg)
2. Make a Flat Plan
Whether you use flowerpots, a seed-starting box or repurposed grocery-store containers, make sure there are holes in the bottom for drainage and a liner underneath to catch excess water.
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3. Get Dirty
Fill your chosen receptacle three quarters of the way with organic potting soil. Sprinkle a handful of seeds on top and cover with a light patting of earth.
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4. Dampen, Don’t Drown
Use a spray bottle instead of a watering can to hydrate the soil until germination.
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5. Trim Regularly
To ensure a long yield and maximum bushiness, give greens a regular haircut even when you’re not cooking with them. You can dry and store excess herbs for later use.
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6. Care for the Air
To prevent plants from drying out, keep air flowing with an oscillating fan and use a humidifier to counteract winter’s drying effect.
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