Planting the Spade to Fork Organic Herb Garden

We received an unexpected housewarming/birthday gift in the mail last week. It was a Spade to Fork organic herb garden from some very dear friends of ours who live in Milwaukee. They in fact were the first people to visit us when we moved to DC thirteen years ago. They also know my husband hates gifts - except if they are edible. So we thought we should plant the seeds in the little containers that come with the kit, along with the dirt and some little signs that say what is what. First you need to get some hot water to make the dirt pod come to life, and then mix it, add more water and then stick it in the pot. Add the seeds, cover them with a bit more dirt, put the sign with the date planted, and add some water. We put the five pots on two little white trays and first put them on the windowsill, but then thought being outside in the fresh air would be a better idea. So it’s been a few days and it seems there may be some sign of life. Regardless, since we moved to Virginia we no longer have our little patio garden. So this hits the spot. Thanks so much for your thoughtfulness! We will think of you when we have our first bite of parsley, sage, cilantro, thyme or basil.