The Ultimate Guide to Herb Gardening
Welcome to your go-to hub for growing, using, and troubleshooting herbs, indoors and out. Whether you’re planning a cocktail herb garden or starting a lavender hedge, this page links you to everything you need to grow herbs with confidence.
Getting Started with Herb Gardening
Before you plant a single basil seed, it helps to understand which herbs are annuals vs. perennials, what kind of sunlight they need, and how to group them together. These posts are the best place to start:
Best Herb Combinations: 4 That Thrive Together (and 4 That Don’t)
Not all herbs are garden besties. This post breaks down which popular herbs grow better together—and which ones you should definitely keep apart. Perfect for planning herb pots, raised beds, or companion layouts that actually work.
Growing Herbs Indoors and Outdoors
Learn the best tips for growing herbs in a garden bed, a patio pot, or a sunny kitchen windowsill. These posts cover light, soil, water, and common indoor setups:
Growing Herbs Indoors: Tips and Tricks for Beginners
Want fresh herbs right from your kitchen windowsill? This beginner-friendly guide covers everything you need to know to grow herbs indoors successfully: light requirements, potting tips, watering, and more. Perfect for small spaces or year-round harvests.
Propagating and Harvesting Herbs
Knowing how to propagate herbs from cuttings and harvest without killing the plant is the secret to a continuous supply of fresh flavor:
Growing Basil from Cuttings: A Fast Way to Multiply Your Plants
Skip the seeds—this easy method shows you how to propagate basil from cuttings for a faster, fuller herb garden. You'll get step-by-step instructions, tips for rooting success, and how to care for new basil plants once they take off.
Caring for Popular Herbs
Explore specific care tips for the most beloved herbs—how often to water, what pests to watch for, and common growing issues:
When to Water Mint: Keep It Thriving, Not Drowning
Mint is hardy—but it still needs the right watering routine to stay lush and flavorful. This guide explains how often to water mint (in pots or garden beds), how to spot signs of over- or underwatering, and tips to prevent root rot.
Companion Planting with Herbs
Some herbs play well with others—some don’t. Use these guides to make the most of your garden’s layout and boost productivity:
Rosemary Companion Plants: What Grows Well With This Hardy Herb
Rosemary isn't just a culinary favorite—it’s also a great team player in the garden. Discover which vegetables, herbs, and flowers benefit from growing near rosemary (and which ones to keep at a distance).
Growing Lavender: Types, Care, and Companion Plants
Lavender is more than just an herb—it’s a pollinator magnet, a design staple, and a natural remedy. These posts dive deep into the different types of lavender and how to grow it successfully in your garden.
10 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Caring for Lavender
Lavender is tougher than it looks—but it's easy to make a few missteps that can leave it leggy, droopy, or dead. This post walks you through the top mistakes gardeners make (and how to fix them) so your lavender thrives season after season.
Beyond the Basics: Medicinal & Unique Herb Gardens
Once you’ve mastered the essentials, branch out into unique, purposeful herb gardens. Whether you want to make herbal tea, mix cocktails, or grow healing remedies, these creative ideas go beyond the basics.
10 Best Medicinal Herbs for the Garden
Want to grow your own natural remedies? These 10 medicinal herbs are easy to grow and full of wellness benefits—from calming teas to skin-soothing salves. Learn how to plant, care for, and use them in your daily routine.
🌱 Want to Grow From Scratch?
Jump into our Seed Starting Guide for everything you need to know—whether you’re starting herbs on a windowsill or prepping for a full summer harvest. Learn when to sow, how to transplant, and what gear makes it all easier.