Some plants are considered more “home manageable ” with a higher likelihood of growing successfully in a limited space. Ask the nursery attendants what they recommend. Here are some favorites: 

Window Box Herbs

 Most herbs need plenty of light and water. Some favorite fragrant choices are basil parsley dill sage rosemary marjoram mints thyme chives coriander fennel lavender and oregano. Your mother will enjoy using fresh home-grown herbs. Even if she doesn’t use them the sweet intoxicating scents will waft into your home.

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