Garden windows fill rooms with natural sunlight while adding well-needed space to smaller rooms. The garden window originally became popular for use in kitchens and baths. The added sunlight and space they provide, however, has helped garden windows find their way into dining and family rooms as well. Herbs such as oregano, rosemary, parsley and thyme can be grown indoors for flavorful cooking year-round. When sowing seeds indoors, be sure to cover the seeds with a clear plastic lid or plastic bag to trap moisture.
Moisture is critical to break down a seed s shell and promote growth.
Covers will also protect your window from excess humidity. Fall bulbs, such as tulips and daffodils, which have not gone through the cold stratification period should be refrigerated for three months prior to planting. After the cooling period, plant the bulbs in containers of the appropriate depth and place them in the window. Spring bulbs, such as crocuses and grape hyacinths, do not require a cooling period. The article has been revised for this web site.