Herbs
Herbs blur the line between the productive and the ornamental. They offer fragrance when brushed, flavour when picked, and flowers that pollinators adore. A garden without herbs is missing something essential—both practically and aesthetically.
Key Characteristics
- Dual purpose: beautiful and useful in the kitchen
- Highly attractive to bees and beneficial insects
- Many have aromatic foliage that scents the garden
- Generally drought-tolerant once established
- Most thrive in containers as well as borders
Design Tips
Place herbs near paths where you'll brush past them and release their scent. Group Mediterranean herbs like rosemary, thyme, and sage together—they share similar needs. Mints spread aggressively, so contain them in pots. Let some bolt to flower for the bees.