20 Perennial Herbs to Grow that Stick Around

Lovage. Lovage is a unique herb. ...
Lemon Verbena. As if the name didn't give it away, lemon verbena is a fan favorite because the leaves produce a wonderful citrus flavor. ...
Sage. When my husband and I started a perennial herb garden, sage was a must-have on the list. ...
Lavender. ...
Sorrel. ...
Creeping Thyme. ...
Garlic Chives. ...
Salad Burnet.

What herbs will come back every year?
What herbs grow all year round outdoors?
Which herbs can grow together?
What perennials spread fast?
What herbs will survive winter?
What is the easiest herbs to grow?
Which herbs do not go together?
Does rosemary grow back every year?
What can you not plant with basil?
What herbs don t need sunlight?
Does Rosemary keep bugs away?

What herbs will come back every year?

But a bonus of perennial herbs is that many of them are as attractive as they are tasty, making them functional beyond the kitchen.

Sage. Sage is a good example of a double-duty plant. ...
Thyme and Oregano. ...
Chives. ...
Mint.

What herbs grow all year round outdoors?

Some herbs can live outside all year once they are established. Try mint, oregano, rosemary, thyme and sage. These can be sown indoors as with the tender herbs, or sow them outdoors in May in containers. Delay buying herb plants from garden centres until the weather warms up in late spring.

Which herbs can grow together?

Cilantro, tarragon, and basil love full sun, and all require more moisture to be happy. They grow well together since you can keep them watered at the same rate. When it comes to herbs that prefer sandier, drier soil, consider planting sage, thyme, rosemary, marjoram, oregano and lavender near each other.

What perennials spread fast?

Balloon Flower. Balloon flower (Platycodon) is an especially easy-to-grow plant that prefers full sun to part shade and organically-rich, well-drained soil. ...
Black-Eyed Susan. ...
Blazing Star. ...
Bugleweed. ...
Clematis. ...
Coneflower. ...
Cranesbill Geranium. ...
Creeping Thyme.

What herbs will survive winter?

Cold-hardy herbs, such as chives, mint, oregano, parsley, sage and thyme, can often survive cold-winter temperatures while continuing to produce flavorful foliage, as long as they are provided with some protection or grown indoors.

What is the easiest herbs to grow?

Easy herbs to grow

Sage. Sage is used primarily in poultry dishes and stuffing, making it a mainstay for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners. ...
Parsley. ...
Oregano. ...
Mint. ...
Thyme. ...
Dill. ...
Chives. ...
Cilantro.

Which herbs do not go together?

Which Herbs Do Not Go Together? | Garden Guide

Fennel.
Rue, Anise and Dill.
Garlic.
Mint.
Chives.
Rosemary.
Basil.
Final Thoughts.

Does rosemary grow back every year?

Rosemary is a wonderful herb. ... Either grow rosemary as an annual or bring it in about mid- to late-November and winter it over. If the plant is too big, make cuttings in late summer and winter over the much smaller cuttings instead of the mother plant.

What can you not plant with basil?

Basil cannot be planted next to other herbs, like sage or rue. Marigolds. Marigolds and basil are a natural insect-repelling pair, so plant them nearby one another to double up on a potent aromatic shield.

What herbs don t need sunlight?

Growing Herbs in Low Light

Chervil.
Chives.
Cilantro.
Lemon balm.
Mint.
Oregano.
Parsley.
Sweet cicely.

Does Rosemary keep bugs away?

Though you'll want to plant an herb garden for cooking, rosemary repels flies and mosquitoes. It also has a pungent scent that drives away other bugs, including cabbage moths. It does well in hot dry weather, and thrives in containers, so you can set it in various places around the garden.