21 September 2020

Watch: How to grow vegetables and herbs on your windowsill

Learn how to grow basil, radishes and pea shoots at home with our expert Hélèna Dove.

By Ellen McHale and Grace Brewer

Herbs and vegetables

Find out how to grow your own vegetables and herbs on your windowsill at home. 

Bring some nature inside and liven up your meals with fresh ingredients.

Hélèna Dove, who runs our Kitchen Garden at Kew, explains the best vegetables and herbs to grow for beginners.

Find out what you'll need, how to get started and lots of handy tips and tricks along the way. 

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