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Day 1: Setting Up a Kitchen Windowsill

I set up 5 herb pots on my kitchen windowsill today. Here's my setup, what I planted, and what I'm worried about.

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Day 1: Setting Up a Kitchen Windowsill

I set up 5 herb pots on my kitchen windowsill today. Here’s my setup, what I planted, and what I’m worried about.

My window faces south. Good light. But I’m worried about the radiator underneath drying out the soil.

What I Planted

  • Basil (pressed into surface)
  • Cilantro (1/4 inch)
  • Parsley (1/4 inch, soaked overnight)
  • Chives (1/4 inch)
  • Dill (1/4 inch)

My Setup

  • 5 small pots (8-inch, with drainage)
  • Saucers underneath
  • Potting mix
  • Spray bottle

My Concerns

  1. The radiator might dry out the soil too fast
  2. The window might not be bright enough for basil
  3. Parsley is slow — will I lose patience?

What I Did Right

Soaked the parsley seeds overnight. Used bottom watering from the start.

— Day 1 of 45

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