Herb Garden: Your Pudina and Dhania Will Grow Super Fast, Just Avoid These 4 Mistakes

We've all tried growing pudina and dhania at home, right? They sprout, but then just dry up without really growing. It's so frustrating! If you're trying to grow your own herbs, here are a few common mistakes you must avoid.

Herb Garden: Your Pudina and Dhania Will Grow Super Fast, Just Avoid These 4 Mistakes

Pudina (mint) and dhania (coriander) are a big deal in Indian kitchens. A dish feels incomplete without their aroma. Both get expensive in the summer, so many of us try growing them at home. But often, the plants dry up too fast or their growth just stops. This usually happens because of some common mistakes. If you use the right methods, their growth can speed up by 2-3 times.

Avoid overwatering

You must avoid overwatering your pudina and dhania plants. Watering them daily can make the roots rot. Horticulture studies show that too much water cuts off oxygen to the roots, causing root rot. So, you should only water the plant when the soil feels dry. Also, make sure your pot has a proper drainage hole.

Prepare your soil properly

Agricultural scientists say that for good root growth, the soil needs both air and nutrients. So, when you start planting, prepare your soil properly. You can make a good mix with garden soil, compost, and sand or cocopeat. Never plant pudina and dhania in hard, compact soil.

Keep the plants in a shady spot

After planting, you need to check how much sun your pudina and dhania are getting. Pudina needs less sunlight, but dhania can handle 3-5 hours of sun. During peak summer, move these plants to a shady spot in the afternoon. Too much direct sun can burn the leaves, while keeping them in full shade will stop their growth. 

Trim the plants

Pruning, or cutting, encourages new branches and makes the plant grow faster. But we often don't cut them the right way, which stops growth. You should snip the leaves from the top and avoid touching the roots. Do a light trim every 10-12 days. Also, feed the plant with an organic fertilizer once a week.