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Kitchen herb garden

The herbs a cook reaches for most, in one sunny spot.

8 plants

Quick comparison
Plant , Sorted by this column Difficulty Light Water Harvest Spacing Height Pot Frost Pets
Basil Herbs Easy Full sun 6–8 h sun Moderate — 25 cm 60 cm Yes Tender Safe
Cilantro (coriander) Herbs Moderate Full sun 6–8 h sun Moderate 45–80 days 15 cm 90 cm Yes Hardy —
Dill Herbs Easy Full sun 6–8 h sun Moderate 42–56 days 20 cm 150 cm Yes — —
Mint Herbs Easy Partial shade 3–6 h sun High — 45 cm 90 cm Yes Hardy Toxic
Oregano Herbs Easy Full sun 6–10 h sun Low — 25 cm 60 cm Yes Hardy Toxic
Parsley Herbs Easy Partial shade 4–8 h sun Moderate — 20 cm 60 cm Yes Hardy Toxic
Rosemary Herbs Easy Full sun 6–10 h sun Low — 45 cm 180 cm 10 L+ Hardy Safe
Thyme Herbs Easy Full sun 6–10 h sun Low — — 30 cm 3 L+ Hardy Safe

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