Sustainable and full of life, hanging herb gardens are the perfect gardening solution for the balconies of Iberostate Praia do Forte properties. More than just a source of herbs and fresh spices, they will bring greenery and the exuberance of local flora into your home, as well as being an excellent way to combat stress, because contact with the earth acts to sooth and tranquilize. When it comes to selecting the structure for your garden, pick pots that can hang from the walls, or go for shelves and steps that will add extra charm to the décor of the room. Herbs such as marjoram, chives, parsley, mint and rosemary make excellent choices, as they are easy to care for and provide surprising flavors for your kitchen.

A key tip, particularly in the Praia do Forte region, where it is sunny all year round, is not to expose the plants to constant sunlight (they should be in the sun for 3 or 4 hours at most). Water them daily at the coolest time of day, either early in the morning or in the evening, so they do not get scorched. Also, pay attention to the amount of water: do not flood the pots or wet the flowers and leaves too much. Use of fertilizer and natural pest control remedies is also recommended so that your plants can grow healthy and strong