--- title: "Aromatic Herbs & Spices: Grow Fresh at Home in Bengaluru" description: "Learn to grow fresh, chemical-free aromatic herbs and spices like mint, basil, and turmeric. Discover simple hydroponic methods with Hydrolore in Bengaluru." canonical: https://mytribe.in/hydrolore/hydroponics-urban-farming-workshops/aromatic-herbs-spices last_updated: 2025-09-12 --- # Aromatic Herbs & Spices for Your Kitchen Tribe Verified · Hydroponic herb setups across Bengaluru By [Hydrolore](https://mytribe.in/hydrolore) · In-person workshops in Bengaluru · ₹450 Per Student (estimate) Part of [Hydroponics & Urban Farming Workshops](https://mytribe.in/hydrolore/hydroponics-urban-farming-workshops). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/hydrolore/hydroponics-urban-farming-workshops/gallery) Imagine snipping fresh mint or basil from your balcony for tonight’s dinner. We show you how to grow your own aromatic herbs and spices at home using simple, soil-less hydroponic methods. ## Photos and videos - ![When you grow your own peppermint, you never run out of tea bags. A few fresh leaves in hot water make for a refreshing and aromatic drink.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/345f5418-746f-46b6-83b0-5d05d2ab02bd) - ![A lush patch of peppermint growing in our system. The leaves are incredibly fragrant and packed with flavor.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c994810e-2b99-45a1-bbc9-ae71a35b883e) - ![Fresh leeks and peppermint growing side by side. These aromatic plants are ready for the weekend, perfect for adding flavor to soups and drinks.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dbdf5dc4-22d9-498c-844a-ca1c09b57e4e) - ![This is Thai Basil, identifiable by its purple stems and flowers. It has a slightly spicy, anise-like flavor that is wonderful in Asian cuisine.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/cba60a2f-b92a-4b23-9362-b6f030b2a61d) - ![This is Ghoa Cress, a type of microgreen that tastes like baby coriander with a hint of citrus. It is packed with vitamins and adds a peppery flavor to dishes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0865e2f9-efb4-46a6-9a32-6557c8e964ed) - ![A close up of fresh coriander leaves. Having a pot of this growing in your home means you can snip off a few leaves whenever you need them.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b40c5ac3-41fa-4913-8c56-06e82e3c8111) - [Video: A tour of our Monday greens. This video shows off our thriving mint, coriander, and both red and green amaranth varieties.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7d282066-8937-4647-896e-a71814095ee2) - [Video: More scenes from our herb section, with rows of coriander, dill, and amaranth growing lush and green in our hydroponic channels.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/8b443823-c059-489a-999c-e19ecf5a1fc0) - ![This is Palak, or spinach, growing beautifully in our pods. The leaves are large and tender, perfect for a variety of healthy dishes.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e45f15eb-51d6-4357-8acb-578ce746a506) - ![This is dill, a feathery herb with a distinct flavor. It is another example of the wide range of plants that adapt well to hydroponic cultivation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/66b27cfd-4ec4-47da-8e30-98489659a61f) - ![Turmeric growing in our pods. It is amazing to see this medicinal spice grow without soil, and we harvest the rhizomes from the root system.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0850c60b-1847-402c-9757-d1e53f1c46cc) - [Video: This video showcases some of the medicinal plants we grow, including aloe vera and other herbs known for their health benefits.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/055ad89f-fdf3-4d09-acec-42e60e28aa3e) - [Video: A video of our Brahmi plants, which are known in Ayurvedic medicine for their cognitive benefits. The small white flowers are a sign of a healthy, thriving plant.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/28ba56f6-4753-4646-b251-232d16677403) - ![A close up of a Brahmi flower. This medicinal herb is easy to grow hydroponically and has many benefits, including reducing stress and inflammation.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/78a74c67-986c-4587-b70b-4e6be1f163cc) - ![This is wild cumin, another one of the medicinal herbs we cultivate. Its unique purple flower stands out among the green leaves.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e310d71e-da14-43e6-af78-9729e2ed2159) ## About Aromatic Herbs & Spices Growing your own herbs means you control the nutrients and skip the pesticides. Whether it is peppermint for tea or Thai basil for your stir-fry, we teach you how to manage the pH and light conditions so your plants actually thrive in small apartment spaces. Traditional soil pots often dry out or suffer from nutrient imbalances, leading to sad, yellowing leaves. Hydroponics changes that dynamic completely. When we grow herbs like peppermint, coriander, or dill in our pods, we feed the roots directly with a precise nutrient solution. This ensures rapid growth and intense flavor profiles that store-bought herbs simply cannot match. We cultivate a wide variety of aromatic plants, including: - Culinary favorites: Peppermint, Thai Basil, Coriander, Dill, and Ghoa Cress. - Medicinal plants: Brahmi, Turmeric, and Wild Cumin. You do not need an acre of land to grow these. A small vertical space or a sunny windowsill is often enough to support a productive system. During our sessions, we walk you through the entire journey. You learn how to handle the germination process, maintain the nutrient mix, and even manage common pests naturally without chemicals. If you are struggling with a kit at home or just want to taste the difference of fresh-plucked produce, join us at our Bengaluru greenhouse. We keep the science simple, focusing on what your plants need to grow and thrive. ## About Hydrolore We are Dr. Gowsiya and the team at Hydrolore, and we are obsessed with plant nutrition. We turned our scientific research into simple systems that help you grow fresh herbs and spices right on your windowsill. We want to show you that you do not need a farm to have a harvest. 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