Assorted Herbs

Assorted Herbs (Various genera and species)

Assorted Herbs are a rotating selection of culinary and aromatic plants offering fresh flavor, fragrance, and foliage from spring through fall. Compact mounding to upright habits suit beds, borders, and containers near the kitchen.

Distinctive Features

Grown primarily for flavorful leaves and edible blooms, many selections are pollinator friendly and respond to frequent harvesting with bushier growth. A mix of classic and specialty types provides continuous, small-space productivity.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade; most culinary herbs prefer 6 or more hours of sun with afternoon shade in hot climates.
• Soil: Well drained, moderately fertile soil enriched with compost; avoid waterlogged conditions.
• Water: Water when the top inch of soil begins to dry; keep evenly moist during establishment, then adjust by species.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: Varies by species; many are perennial in mild climates and grown as annuals elsewhere.
• Mature Size: Typically 0.5 to 3 ft tall and wide depending on species and variety.

Ideal Uses

• Focal Point: Fresh, edible foliage and fragrance make a functional accent near entries and patios.
• Kitchen Gardens: Perfect for raised beds, herb spirals, and cut-and-come-again harvests.
• Containers: Thrive in window boxes and patio pots with good drainage.
• Pollinator Borders: Many herbs flower and support bees and beneficial insects.
• Companion Planting: Pair with vegetables to enhance diversity and garden performance.

Low Maintenance Care

• Watering: Deeply water and allow the surface to dry slightly between waterings; avoid constant sogginess.
• Pruning: Pinch tips and harvest regularly to promote branching and delay flowering.
• Fertilizing: Feed lightly during active growth; too much nitrogen can reduce flavor and aroma.
• Mulching: Apply a thin organic mulch to conserve moisture and limit splashing, keeping mulch off stems.
• Notes: Protect cold-tender species from frost and check individual tags for overwintering and spacing.

Why Choose Assorted Herbs?

• Fresh Flavor: Harvest-on-demand leaves for cooking, teas, and garnish.
• Versatile Selection: Mix of classic and specialty types for varied uses.
• Space Efficient: High yield in small beds, borders, or containers.
• Pollinator Friendly: Flowers attract beneficial insects to the garden.
• Easy Care: Simple cultural needs with frequent, rewarding harvests.

Group herbs by similar sun and water needs in well drained soil, and harvest often to keep plants compact and flavors bright.