Whether it’s to grow your own vegetable garden or add a touch of color to your space,
kitchens with plants have become very popular among home decor enthusiasts. In addition to the many
benefits of incorporating plants into your space , kitchens with plants are also a great option for home cooks who want their spices to always be fresh and within reach.
Pots, vegetable gardens, vertical gardens – there are many options when it comes to kitchen plants. Below we answer your main questions so you can start growing plants in your kitchen at home. Check it out!
What plant species to use in the kitchen?
For those who want to create their own vegetable garden at home, species such as
rosemary, mint, basil, sage, parsley, chives, chervil, thyme and oregano can be great options.
In this link we explain more about some of these species and how to grow them. If the idea is to just have a lush and lively garden, but not to serve as a vegetable garden, look for
species that adapt well to indoor environments , such as cacti, succulents, ferns, ficus and snake plants. Try placing them in small pots on the counter or on kitchen shelves – they look charming!
Here we list more options of species to grow indoors. Cozinha Ágape, projeto de Tatiana Melo para a CASACOR Bahia 2023. (Gabriela Daltro/CASACOR)
How to create a kitchen with plants?
To create your kitchen with plants, look for a
spot with sunlight – this will help the plants to develop more naturally. Look for species that are suitable for partial shade and full sun to make sure you choose the right ones. After that, try to group the plants according to their needs, as Silvana Novaes, director of
Vasart , explains. "Once you've decided on the location, it's time to choose the pots and select the desired species, grouping them according to their needs. This way, they can
live together in the pot in harmony." If you're short on space, look for
vertical garden options – here's a
complete guide to installing yours without making mistakes! Go for
self-watering pots ,
vertical planters and
wall pots in different sizes and shapes.
Manuela Senna - Varanda “Sementes Casa Ferolla”. Projeto da CASACOR Minas Gerais 2023. (Jomar Bragança/CASACOR)
Below, we have selected a gallery of
CASACOR environments to inspire you to create your own
kitchen with plants . Check it out and get inspired by the ideas!