Herb Growing Guide

Crop Rotation Group

Miscellaneous ●

Soil

Most herbs can be grown in otherwise poor soil but it should be well drained and free of weeds.

Position

Sunny to shady, dependent on herb.

Frost tolerant

Some types are partially frost tolerant but others are not.

Feeding

Not required.

Spacing

Single Plants: 20cm (7") each way (minimum)
Rows: 15cm (5") with 25cm (9") row gap (minimum)

Sow and Plant

Usually sow direct into soil in late spring. Perennial herbs need lifting and dividing in autumn.
Our Garden Planner can produce a personalised calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.

Notes

Just a small area will usually provide more than enough, unless growing for decorative reasons or using them to attract beneficial insects to the garden. You can add a variety of this plant to label what it is and specify spacing or planting times.

Harvesting

Harvest as required, a few leaves at a time. Cut back busy perennials in Spring. Can be dried by hanging a bunch in a dry place although some flavour is lost when dried.

Planting and Harvesting Calendar

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Pests which Affect Herb

Aphids (General)

Slug

Snail