University Farm's Sarah Akovic on starting an herb garden
Everything you need to start an herb garden, according to experts
NBC News: Sarah Akovic, a regenerative farmer and the manager of the University Farm greenhouse, recommended choosing certified organic, non-GMO herb seeds—such as High Mowing and Fedco—to avoid pesticides that harm pollinators. She also suggested mixing compost and potting soil one-to-one and using USDA-certified organic fertilizer with a balanced 4-4-4 formula if needed.