My little garden

I have a tiny garden at my new apartment. I planted some flowers and vegetable plants.


Mint. I made some tea with this. This herb is very strong and grow well. I'll dry them when it grows more.


Aloe can be used when you have minor burns and cuts. It's still small but I planted red perilla (called Shiso in Japanese ) next to aloe.


Mini tomato. 


has some fruits already! I can't wait!






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