gardening

“He makes grass grow for the cattle, and herbs for people to cultivate—bringing forth food from the earth:” – Psalm 104: 14 Growing herbs is a great way to connect with nature and appreciate God’s creation.” Herbs are one of these amazing gifts—they are easy to grow, useful for cooking, and even have health benefits! How to Grow Herbs Herbs like basil, mint, rosemary, and parsley can be grown in small spaces, even if you don’t have a garden. You can plant them in pots on a windowsill, balcony, or backyard. They need: Sunlight – At least 4-6 hours a day. Water – Keep the soil moist but not too wet. Good soil – Use well-draining soil with nutrients.Simply plant the seeds or seedlings, water them regularly, and watch them grow! What Can You Use Herbs For? Cooking – Fresh herbs make meals taste better and healthier. Basil is great for pasta, mint for tea, and rosemary for roasted veggies. Health – Many herbs have healing properties. Mint helps with digestion, and chamomile is calming. Helping Others – You can share your herbs with family, friends, or even your church community. By growing herbs, you care for God’s creation and reduce waste by using fresh ingredients instead of store-bought ones wrapped in plastic. It’s a simple way to live sustainably, be healthier, and honor God’s gifts. St Andrew’s Steenberg in the Diocese of Cape Town started a Gardening for Health Club which was birthed on 23rd September 2024 and sprouted from the Food Gardening Course, run by Soil for Life. The focus for 2025 is on Herbs and covers how to plant, grow & care for a variety of herbs, it’s benefits and medicinal properties. They meet once a month and share easy recipes pertaining to the herb of the month on the group chat. The participants also receive the herbs or seeds to continue the journey at home. The herb for March is Garlic. Chives Tumeric Rosemary Parsley Parishioner growing tomatoes Spinach Parishioner with the start of her herb and veggie garden