When it comes to gardening, I have a bit of a black thumb, however I can care for a bunch of fresh herbs once they are out of the soil. A little help of the best garden tools on https://bestofmachinery.com can get a long way when it comes to caring for these herbs as they grow. However, taking care soon as they are out of the soil is another story. If you’re like me and have bad luck when it comes to gardening, you can check out this plant article to see indoor plant options that are easy to look after.
Keeping fresh herbs fresh can be tricky, but if stored and cared for properly, they can last from several days to a full 10 days , depending on the herb. Utilizing the best garden tools online to care for those herbs can pay major dividends.
Here are some of my most favorite tips and tricks for keeping your herbs healthy, happy and ready for your next delicious dish:
How To Store…
Tender Herbs: Basil • Chervil • Chives • Cilantro • Dill • Mint • Parsley • Tarragon
- Treat these herbs like you would a bouquet of flowers. Snip off the bottom stems and place in a small glass filled with about 3 inches of water. Store in a cool corner away from direct sunlight. Change the water daily.
- You can also wrap these herbs loosely in a damp paper towel or plastic bag and place in the refrigerator. With both methods, the herbs will stay fresh for several days.
- Do not rinse these herbs ahead of time. Cut off the portion that you need, rinse and pat dry just before using them. If using a large bunch of herbs, submerge them in a large bowl of cold water and gently move around to release dirt. Then lift them out of the water and pat dry between paper towels.
- Herbs like chives, chervil, tarragon or basil should be handled as little as possible, and delicately.
Robust Herbs: Bay Leaf • Marjoram • Oregano • Rosemary • Sage • Savory • Thyme
- These herbs can be stored in paper or loose plastic (either keep it loose or puncture some air holes to let out moisture).
- They can also, like tender herbs, be kept in a glass filled with a small amount of water, topped with a perforated plastic bag and set in the refrigerator for several days.
- You can also simply hang these herbs upside down in your kitchen, where they will dry slowly.
