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How do I know when to harvest my herbs

Sure! Here are four different ways to answer that question:

**Check the Size**: You’ll know it’s time to harvest when the leaves are big and lush. For most herbs, like basil or cilantro, you want to wait until they have enough leaves to make a good bunch. Just give them a little tug—if they feel sturdy, they’re ready!

**Smell Test**: If you’re getting a strong aroma from your herbs, that’s a good sign! When they start smelling really fragrant, it usually means they’re at their peak. Just take a sniff and see if they’re bursting with flavor!

**Flowering Time**: Keep an eye out for flowers. If your herbs are starting to bloom, it’s often a sign they’re ready to be harvested. You can either snip them before they flower to keep the leaves growing or go ahead and harvest the whole plant if you’re ready to use it.