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Practical advice for growing plants in UAE homes and gardens: AC rooms, desert heat, hard water and villa landscapes. Written by our nursery and landscaping team in Dubai.

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Herbs

Kitchen Plants and Herbs for UAE Homes

Mint, chives, parsley and oregano keep producing on a UAE kitchen sill. Rosemary, basil and coriander rarely see month three. Here is why, and the sun hours each needs.

6 min read · Oct 29, 2026 Read the guide →
Rosemary plant with green sprigs in a terracotta pot
Herbs

Kitchen Plants and Herbs for UAE Homes

6 min read

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