Herbs: They're not all the same
An herb is a flavorful plant used to season food in cooking or a plant used as medicine.
Herbs come in all different types of vegetation. Certain herb varieties grown better in pots and some thrive in the ground.
Do you know your perennial herb from your annual herb?
Trees:
Sweet bay is a small tree used in cooking and can tolerate tough dry conditions. The slow grower is suitable for pots on the patio.
Shrubs:
Lavender is a woody shrub that can grow quite large.
Rosemary is a woody shrub that loves dry conditions. Low-growing varieties an be used for ground cover. Large upright plants create a focal point, such as Tuscan Blue.
Perennials:
Chives are a bulb plant related to the onion. Grows well in pots or in the ground.
Fennel is a tall perennial with fern-like leaves. Can be grown in shade and likes water.
Mint is a very invasive plant and best grown in pots to avoid taking over your garden.
Oregano is a low-growing wood plant that spreads out and needs room as it matures.
Parsley is considered an annual, but is truly a perennial with soft stems. A plant can live for up to 3 years and just requires cutting back in winter and regrow in spring.
Pelargonium is a scented geranium that grows large, plan your landscape to accommodate its growth.
Annuals:
Basil is a very delicate plant and does not survive in even the slightest chill. Likes warm sunny places and regular watering.
Cilantro is fern-like plant usually grown from seeds and grows fast. Prefers cooler winter temperatures, but needs full sun and regular watering.
Dill is another ferny plant best grown from seeds. Sprinkle these in the flower garden for added textures. Provide full sun and water regularly.
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