Spring
Ease of care
Seed hardy herbs in soft soil. Plan raised beds for easier access.
Zen Garden
Seasonal Herb Guidance for a Calm, Accessible Garden
Cloud 9 Gardens offers simple, senior-friendly advice to nurture an herb garden that thrives through the seasons. A peaceful, grid-based space designed with ease of care in mind—so you can enjoy herbs with less effort and more calm.
Seasonal Snapshot
Spring: clean borders, sow perennials, mulch softly.
Summer: shade-sensitive herbs like cilantro in heat, water mornings.
Autumn: harvest and dry herbs, prepare beds for winter.
Seasonal Plan
Seasonal Advice Grid
Summer
Moisture mindful
Water early morning, provide light shade for sensitive varieties.
Autumn
Preserve harvest
Harvest frequently, dry and store herbs for later use.
Herb Highlights & Grid Layout
Basil
Warm season
Sun-loving, easy starter. Pinch regularly to encourage bushy growth.
Mint
Evergreen-ish
Contain in a pot to prevent spreading. Trim to keep flavor strong.