Future home of kitchen herb garden

Modified window box; Cedar boards that I re-assembled after my first window box attempt. Currently sitting outside my kitchen window, weathering, and waiting for spring-undeniable, as well as it's new crop.

Old seeds

Will the grow? Do old seeds have a shelf life? A little exploration brought me to a seed variability test. Here you are looking at my future crop: Spearmint, Basil, Thyme, Chives, Oregano and Sage.

Playing God

My high-tech method of catagorizing those which are viable, and those well, you get it...

The seed viability test: unfolded: day 3

I'm only using the upper 1/4 of the paper towel. I fold twice, and place in a plastic bag, sealed, and kept warm.

a 1/4 of a wet paper towel; day 3

at this point, I have growth from Thyme, Basil, Mint, and Chives. Oregano and Sage are the two who aren't showing, yet. No proof here, just wanted to show you my great organizing abilities!

Basil

A live action shot of basil sprouts

Basil

Hazy, but visible on the red background. I can taste it now!