College can be the happiest yet darkest period of our adolescent life. We may be filled with new learnings and experiences and leave our pockets, wallets and purses empty.
This is why 'college/dorm food' existed-pizza, cup noodles night after night. But, living within a budget and living in a dorm is not an excuse to not eat as healthy as possible.
Our folks at biggirlssmallkitchen.com understands this dilemma and decided to have a special corner in their website for college students who still wants to enjoy eating and being healthy to where their wallets and situation let them.
Urban farming is fast becoming a trend in the city. Using that as inspiration, our Big Girls compiled seven tips to start your own herb garden in your very dorm room! Follow these simple tips!
1. Locate the sunniest window in your room and start there
You can put a small table where the sun rays usually touch every morning. Remember, sunlight is crucial in growing plants because of photosynthesis-the process of plant's food production.
2. Choose the herbs you want to grow
Some herbs don't require much attention and maintenance. During the winter when the sun is usually MIA, the herbs that can grow with minimal light are cilantro, parsley and basil. But, these herbs are known as annuals, meaning they will eventually flower and die during a season.
3. Find some pots.
If you need extra motivation to take care of your baby herbs, get cute pots, but make sure they can actually serve their purpose. But, if you are on the strict budget side, you can use recycled plastic bottles, plastic tubs and containers. Poke some holes at the bottom of your pots so that excess water won't drown down the herbs you are growing.
4. Add soil
Another crucial part of farming, even if you're just planting small herbs, is giving it quality and the right amount of soil. Opt for the kind that has nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium in it. You can buy this kind of soil on your local gardening stores and plant shops.
5. Start with seedlings-not seeds
Seedlings are adolescent plants that you can buy and take care for til it's maturity. It's easier that way, especially if you are a first time "farmer".
6. Water
It is important to keep the soil moist. If the soil is dry, it definitely needs some H2O lovin. But if the soil is damp, leave it for a few days without watering.
7. Eat them and Enjoy!
You have worked ~hard~ for it so eat in time for your celebration! Good job, farmer!
