15 DIY Herb Garden Ideas for Beginners and Experts
With warm weather upon us, it’s time to create an herb garden that will benefit your family and friends. If you aren’t an expert at growing herbs, that’s OK. I have 15 DIY herb garden ideas for beginners and experts.
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just beginning your journey into the world of greenery, there’s something for everyone in this comprehensive group of resources.
I’ve included ideas from simple container gardens for small spaces to elaborate ground plots bursting with aromatic herbs.
The authors of these herb garden resources really know their stuff. From annual and perennial herbs to ones for sun and shade and planting zones, I’ve gathered a variety of herb info that will provide you with the knowledge to have a beautiful and successful herb garden.
For beginners, starting a DIY herb garden can seem daunting.
This time of year, when the chance of frost has ended, is the perfect time to start your own DIY herb garden.
With the right guidance and a bit of creativity, you’ll be growing your own fresh herbs in no time.
After reading through these 15 DIY herb garden resources, you’ll be ready to gather your favorite herbs of your choice and know how to plant them – shade or sun, inside or outside, individually or grouped together.
These experts walk you through the basics of selecting the perfect herbs for your space, whether it’s a sunny windowsill or a shady corner of your backyard.
For those with a bit more experience, there is plenty of advanced techniques and design ideas to take your herb garden to the next level.
Best Herbs to Grow
Here’s a list of some of the most popular herbs to grow in your DIY herb garden.
- Basil
- Mint
- Rosemary
- Thyme
- Parsley
- Chives
- Sage
- Cilantro (Coriander)
- Oregano
- Dill
- Lavender
- Lemongrass
- Tarragon
- Marjoram
- Bay Leaves
These herbs are not only versatile for use in the kitchen, but many of them also have medicinal properties and can be used for aromatherapy and homemade skincare products.
They’re also relatively easy to grow, making them perfect for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike.
Sweet Shark and I have grown herbs in pots for many years. Since we love to cook, we value having fresh herbs ready to use in our recipes.
Last year, we took a small area in the back of our yard and made an in-ground herb garden. We have thyme, oregano, parsley, chives, rosemary, and basil.
This area of the backyard gets enough sun for the herbs to thrive.
I found the old garden fencing in Salado, Texas, over 20 years ago.
I enjoy cutting a stem of rosemary, thyme, chives, or oregano to use in a dish. There’s something incredibly satisfying about snipping a handful of basil or rosemary from your own garden to garnish a recipe.
Our sage plant is so big (It’s a perennial in our zone 8.) that it stayed in a large pot. Mint in two flavors are grown in two separate pots.
I can’t wait to have enough basil in a few weeks to make a big batch of pesto.
But why bother growing herbs at home in the first place? The benefits are endless! Not only do fresh herbs add flavor and depth to your culinary creations, but they also offer a host of health benefits and can even save you money in the long run.
It’s so fun to watch the herbs grow. I love the smell of the herbs.
The Benefits of Growing Herbs at Home
Here’s a comprehensive list of reasons to grow herbs at home:
- Access to fresh, flavorful herbs for cooking.
- Cost savings compared to purchasing herbs from the store.
- Ability to control and monitor the use of pesticides and chemicals.
- Aesthetic enhancement of indoor and outdoor spaces with greenery and fragrance
- Opportunity for therapeutic and stress-relieving gardening activities.
- Reducing carbon footprint associated with herb transportation.
- Availability of medicinal herbs for home remedies and natural healthcare.
- Educational opportunities for children and adults to learn about plant growth and cultivation – my granddaughters loved choosing herbs last summer.
- They attract beneficial insects and pollinators to the garden.
- Satisfaction of self-sufficiency and pride in cultivating one’s own herbs.
- Fresh herbs from the garden last so much longer than the ones from the grocery store.
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15 Resources for Growing Herbs
You may have gardening books in your home to help you plant and grow the best herbs.
If you go through all these posts that focus on one aspect of growing an herb garden, you will have a broad and deep understanding of what it takes to grow herbs successfully.
Have fun and happy gardening.
Planting Herbs Together
Natasha and Angela of Together Family Time are devoted to growing herbs for their small family and the environment.
Growing Herbs in One Pot
Amy of Gardening Know How shares how to plant herbs together in one container. She teaches you what herbs are compatible with one another.
Galvanized Containers for Herbs
Michelle of Our Crafty Mom shows how to use galvanized containers as an effective way to grow herbs.
Unique Garden Ideas
Kasi of Bless My Weeds shares how to use a variety of ways to grow herbs.
Herbs to Grow in Your Shady Areas
Do you think you can’t grow herbs because you only have shade areas? Isis of Family Food Garden shows you how and what herbs can grow in the shade.
Herbs for Hanging Baskets
Do you have limited space for growing herbs? Did you now that you can grow herbs in hanging baskets? Sayush of Balcony Garden Web shares everything you need to know about growing herbs in hanging baskets.
Perennial Herb Garden
Susannah of Healthy Green Savvy shares what herbs are perennials and how to use them in your herb garden.
Do’s and Dont’s of Herb Gardening
It’s always nice to now the do’s and don’ts of anything. Sydney of Western Gardening shared 5 practices to follow for producing the best herb garden.
One Container = Many Herbs
Rachel of This Lovely Little Farmhouse shares how to use a single container to grow multiple types of herbs.
Patio Herb Garden
Adrianna of Backyard Garden Lover shows how to have a lovely herb garden on your patio. The manager of the Waldorf Astoria was the inspiration for this container of beautiful basket.
DIY Pallet Herb Garden
Short of space? Stephanie of Garden on Lee Town demonstrates how to use a pallet to make a great planter for multiple herbs that doesn’t take of much space.
Herb Garden Basics
Tasha of The Frugal Farmgirl gives lessons in how to create a prolific herb garden.
How to Combine Herbs and Flowers
Jessica of Homegrown Food and Flowers advises how to grow herbs and flowers in one space.
What Herbs You Should Not Grow Together
Here’s the article for beginner herb growers: Joyce of Garden for Beginners shares what herbs not to plant together for maximum delivery.
What Herbs to Grow Indoors
Can you grow herbs indoors? Yes, and Kristen of Earth Friendly Tips tells you exactly which herbs will thrive indoors. Great for those of us who live in climates way to hot or too cold for herbs.
Gardening Ideas
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