If you want to bring some new life into your apartment, a plant or two [1] (or 12) is definitely the way to go. You don't need a ton of space for any of these plants that are super easy to grow on your windowsill and require little maintenance [2]. You might already have some herbs growing in your kitchen — after all, the plants are small — but did you know you can also pretty easily grow some produce? In the gallery ahead, we've picked 10 plants that are great to have on hand [3] for cooking, but you can also check out your local gardening center or home improvement store for even more ideas.
Mojito Mint
This mojito mint [5] ($21) will come in handy as a garnish or in any cocktails you might be making.
Parsley
Rip off a sprig of this parsley [6] ($5) to add to your favorite savory dish. It's a fresh garnish or can be cooked in.
Aloe Vera
Aloe vera [7] ($21) may not come in handy as a cooking ingredient, but you'll be happy to have it if you ever burn yourself in the kitchen. Break off a piece of the plant to soothe any of your cooking-related burns.
Basil
You'll love having the fragrance of basil [8] ($25) close by for cooking. Make homemade pesto or add some leaves to sprinkle on top of your favorite pasta or a homemade pizza.
Rosemary
Plenty of dishes use rosemary [9] ($25), so it's not a bad idea to keep a plant on your windowsill as a go-to herb. The fragrant leaves will add a ton of flavor to potatoes, meat, and more.
Garlic
Grow your own garlic [10] ($40) so you're never without the best stinky flavor you can add to food. Just be careful if you have animals in the house, as garlic is toxic.
Chives
Similarly to garlic, chives [11] ($5) will also add some delicious stink to your kitchen and your food but will also be toxic for your pets [12].
Jalapeño
You can add some serious kick to a dish when you use your very own jalapeños [13] ($6) that you grew on your windowsill.
Calamondin Oranges
Not only will this calamondin orange plant [14] ($65) give you a bunch of citrus, but look how pretty it is!
Cherry Tomato
Grow your own selection of cherry tomatoes [15] ($8) with this two-pack of plants. They'll thrive in the warmer months on your kitchen windowsill.