Starting An Herb Garden

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Creating an herb garden for cooking is a great way to add flavor to your meals and more green to your yard.

Choose a Sunny Location

Most herbs prefer full sun, so choose a location that receives at least six hours of sunlight per day. Learn more

Once you find a nice sunny spot at your home your next decision is what to grow your herb garden in: the ground, raised bed, or containers.

You can plant an entire herb garden in containers or a small standing raised bed and have enough fresh herbs for your cooking all Summer long. Learn more

Top Herbs To Grow

There are so many herbs that you can grow! Here are a few of the most popular herbs to grow: Herb Garden

Basil

01. Basil is a flavorful herb that is often used in Italian cuisine. One thing you will need to do is keep pinching the tips off to prevent flowering. Learn more

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03. Rosemary

This piney looking herb is perfect for seasoning savory dishes and sauces. Herb Garden

04. Sage

Sage has fuzzy light green leaves. This perennial herb will come back in most areas. 10 Herbs to Grow

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