When you think about your Connecticut home, chances are you think a lot about the area inside the walls of your house. But the property your house sits on can have a big impact on the way you live. There can be a lot more to your yard than just grass and shrubs. It can actually produce herbs that you can use throughout the year to season your food. Here’s a quick look at some reasons you might want to start your own CT herb garden.

• It’s Not Hard to Do: Unlike some garden plants, growing herbs is pretty easy. In fact, it’s something you might even want to do with your kids! To ensure first-time success, transplant existing plants rather than trying to grow them from seed. Get some good potting mix and plant food and simply follow the directions. One bonus is that it’s a lot easier to get kids to eat things they’ve grown. It’s a great way to introduce them to new tastes.

• Get Good Looks and Great Taste: Growing herbs is kind of a “twofer.” In addition to providing nice-looking foliage for your yard, you get to enhance the food you put on your table.

• Savor the Savings: If you peruse the herb aisle in your local grocery store, you’ll be amazed at what you have to pay. You can grow the same herbs in your yard for a fraction of the cost. Plus, freshness really matters. Fresh herbs taste so much better than anything that comes packaged.

• Help Your Health: Everybody talks about eating healthy, but so few people actually do anything about it. When you grow your own herbs you have a tendency to actually use them in dishes that are healthier.

• Expand Your Palette: If you ever feel like you’re in a bit of a rut when it comes to the meals you prepare (and consume), having some different herbs at your disposal can spice things up. Even familiar dishes take on a whole new flavor and character.

• It’s a Simple Solution: You don’t have to devote your entire yard to growing herbs. These plants are great for growing in containers you can keep right outside your back door. Get a container that’s big enough to handle the amount you want. Make sure your pot has drainage holes at the bottom. And place your pots in a place where they will get between six and eight hours of sunlight a day.

Life can be complicated, but growing your own herbs in the back of your Connecticut home is a simple and easy way to add some welcome spice to your everyday life.