How to grow bay leaves at home: tips

Bay leaf is one of the most popular seasonings used by cooks around the world. The fragrant leaves add flavor and rich taste to the dish. Most people are used to buying the seasoning in the store, but you can grow it at home on the windowsill.

OBOZ.UA has found effective tips to help you do it. It will not take you much time and effort.

In nature, the bay tree can reach a height of more than 10-15 meters, but the plant is adapted to indoor conditions, so you can grow a small bush. An ordinary bay leaf does not require special care, the main thing is to provide the plant with regular watering and sunlight.

You will need seeds and a mixture of nutritious soil. You can start by choosing a small pot with drainage holes, but when the culture begins to grow, you should transplant it into a larger container.

Peel the seeds from the shell and leave them in warm water for 3-4 days. Next, pour the soil mixture into a pot and plant the seeds to a depth of 1-1.5 centimeters at a distance of about 2 centimeters. Water the soil and cover with plastic wrap. Place the pot in a warm and bright place, but avoid direct sunlight.

Periodically open the film and monitor the soil moisture. As soon as the sprouts appear, remove the film and in 2-4 months you will see the first leaves.

Earlier, OBOZ.UA published a simple instruction that will help you grow a coffee tree at home.

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