Growing Herbs

Traditionally used to ward off melancholy, borage is a beautiful and useful herb to grow in the garden. The herb originates in the Mediterranean and...

Calendula or pot marigold, is a traditional annual herb with soothing properties. In India its straw-like flowers were used to decorate altars of...

Dill is a versatile herb that originates from Eastern Europe. It is a semi-hardy perennial (though it is grown in the UK as an annual). This means...

Basil is one of the most well-known and well-used herbs in the UK. It is used as a key ingredient in Italian dishes including pizza and pasta. It is...

Bay is one of the most versatile herbs used in cooking. The leaves are commonly used in the French 'bouquet garni' which can be added to flavour...

Chamomile is a pretty herb to grow in the garden. Its delicate daisy-like flowers appear in summer amongst its spiky green foliage. Both the flowers...

Chives are a member of the onion family. They make a delicious accompaniment to potato salads and fish dishes. Their tight balls of purple flowers...

Coriander is a versatile herb popular in Asian cooking including curries, Chinese and Thai dishes. Both the seeds and the leaves of the plant can be...

Fennel is an easy plant to grow and can cope with most soils. Originating around the Mediterranean area it does prefer full sun and a bit of warmth...

Horseradish is a perennial herb (it lasts for several years) originating from southeast Europe. Its tough twisted root is used in cooking to make...

Lavender is an easy herb to grow and is very rewarding too. It is loved by bees and humans alike and emits a beautiful scent when you brush past it....

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Marjoram and oregano originate in the Mediterranean. They are very similar herbs; in fact oregano is actually wild marjoram (oregano has a more...

Mint is a fantastic herb to grow in the garden. It is easy to grow and emits a wonderful scent when you brush past it. It can be used in a variety of...

Oregano originates in the Mediterranean. It is closely related to the herb marjoram; in fact oregano is actually wild marjoram (oregano has a more...

Parsley is one of the most popular herbs used in cooking in the UK today. It is a versatile herb that can be added to a number of meals including...

Rosemary is one of the most commonly grown herbs in the garden. It is a decorative herb originating from the Mediterranean and bears small, blue or...

Sage is a popular herb used to make stuffing and to flavour meat dishes. It is native to the Mediterranean but is a hardy perennial and is easy to...

Thyme is a great herb to have growing in the garden. Originally from southern Europe it has attractive foliage and flowers and it is easy to care...

Everyone can grow herbs at home! Gardening doesn't have to mean a garden! Even if you live in a tiny sixth-floor flat, you'll still have a windowsill...