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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
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Saskia Kemsley

HISTORICAL FACTS: Best soil for growing herbs in your garden | History Defined

Whether growing herbs in sprawling gardens, dedicated allotments or on windowsills, the verdant and edible blooms require the same maintenance and care. From regular watering, pruning and dusting to ensuring proper drainage and un-tangled roots, the most important way to ensure a prosperous yield starts with the soil.

We spoke with the RHS-trained Horticulturalist and dedicated Plant Doctor for Patch Pants, Kelly, for some insight into the different types of soil and what works best for indoor plants.

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