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Herb Plants

Grow Fresh, Fragrant Herb Plants at Home

Transform your garden, patio or windowsill with herb plants and enjoy the satisfaction of boosting your favourite dishes with flavours grown fresh from your own garden. Easy to grow, wonderfully fragrant and ever-so useful in the kitchen, herbs bring together beauty and practicality in each compact plant. From classic rosemary bush plants and sage herb plants to bay laurel trees that can be clipped into neat standards, herbs suit gardens of every size and style.

Whether planted in borders, raised beds, pots or an indoor herb garden on a sunny windowsill, herbs and plants quickly earn their keep. Many varieties are evergreen, for year-round structure and scent, while others burst into fresh growth each spring, ready to be picked and enjoyed later in the season. Better still, most herbs thrive in UK conditions with very little fuss, making them ideal for beginners and experienced gardeners alike, and even children will enjoy the journey of planting, growing, picking and eating!
Herb garden varieties are naturally compact, resilient and adaptable. Rosemary herb plants cope well with dry spells once established, bay laurel grows steadily into an attractive shrub or small tree, and sage brings soft colour and flavour in equal measure. With minimal pruning and regular picking, herb plants remain productive and tidy for years.

Grow Fresh, Fragrant Herb Plants at Home

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Herb Plants
Frequently Asked Questions

Many herbs thrive happily side by side, especially when they share similar needs. Mediterranean herbs such as rosemary, thyme, sage, oregano and lavender enjoy free-draining soil and plenty of sun, so they make excellent companions. Soft, leafy herbs like basil, parsley, coriander and chives prefer slightly richer soil and more regular watering, and they also grow well together. Mint is best grown on its own, ideally in a pot, as it spreads vigorously.

Herbs are easy to get started with. Choose a sunny spot or a bright windowsill, then plant into well-drained compost or garden soil. Dig a hole slightly larger than the rootball, carefully place the herb so it sits at the same depth as before, firm gently and water well. In pots, ensure good drainage holes and avoid letting plants sit in waterlogged compost.

For most varieties, it is best to plant herbs in spring once the risk of hard frost has passed - from March to May suits most. Hardy perennial herbs can also be planted in autumn while the soil is still warm, giving roots time to establish before winter. Tender herbs like basil prefer planting after late spring frosts or growing indoors.

Some herbs return year after year, while others are grown as annuals. Perennial herbs include rosemary, thyme, sage, chives, mint and oregano. Annual or short-lived herbs include basil, coriander and dill, which usually need replanting each year.

Many common herbs are considered safe for cats, including basil, rosemary, thyme and sage. However, not all plants are suitable, and individual pets may react differently. Cats should be discouraged from chewing any garden plants, and herbs should be placed out of reach if there is concern.

Mint often takes the top spot for ease of growing. It is very forgiving, grows quickly and copes well with partial shade and regular cutting. Chives and parsley are also excellent beginner herbs, offering reliable growth with minimal fuss.

Several herbs provide year-round harvests, especially in mild UK winters or when grown in pots near the house. Rosemary, thyme, sage and bay keep their leaves through winter. Chives often die back but reappear early in spring, while parsley can keep producing through much of the colder months with protection.

Many herbs naturally help deter unwanted insects. Lavender and rosemary discourage moths and flies, basil helps repel mosquitoes, and mint can deter ants and aphids. Planting these herbs near seating areas, doorways or among vegetables can help reduce pest problems naturally.

Peter McDermott - Head Gardener

"Fresh, home-grown herbs make all the difference when cooking - and it feels so joyous snipping your own mint for a mojito or rosemary for roast potatoes. These hand-picked herb plants are ready to fill your garden or kitchen windowsill with fantastic fragrance and unbeatable flavour."
Peter McDermott, Head Gardener

More About Herb Plants

Choosing the Right Herbs for Your Space

Many popular herbs prefer a sunny, sheltered spot with free-draining soil. Rosemary bush plants, thyme and sage thrive outdoors in borders or pots, while bay laurel trees make excellent container plants that can be moved if winter weather turns severe. If space is limited, herbs grow beautifully in pots, window boxes or a dedicated herb planter close to the kitchen door.
An indoor herb garden is perfect for keeping fresh flavours close at hand. Place plants on a bright windowsill and rotate them regularly to keep growth even. Basil, parsley and chives are especially happy indoors, while rosemary and bay laurel appreciate plenty of light and good air circulation.
Think about how you will use your herbs too. If cooking is the priority, choose dependable staples like rosemary herb, sage and bay laurel. For fragrance and pollinator appeal, flowering herbs such as thyme and sage add nectar-rich blooms that bees love. Mixing herbs and plants together also creates attractive, low-maintenance displays that look good and smell fantastic.

How to Plant and Care for Herb Plants

Most herb plants prefer well-drained soil and dislike sitting in wet conditions, particularly through winter. When planting outdoors, improve heavy soil with grit to aid drainage. In containers, always use pots with drainage holes and a free-draining compost. Water newly planted herbs regularly during their first growing season, then reduce watering once established.
Herbs benefit from regular harvesting, which encourages fresh, bushy growth. Light pruning after flowering keeps plants compact and productive, especially rosemary bush and bay laurel plants. Evergreen herbs can be shaped gently throughout the year, avoiding hard pruning during severe cold. Feeding is rarely needed, as herbs grown in leaner soil often develop better flavour.

Ordering Herb Plants Online from YouGarden

Buying herb plants online makes it easy to start or expand your herb garden at any time of year. At YouGarden, herb plants are selected for strong growth, reliable flavour and suitability for UK gardens. Plants are carefully packed and delivered ready to pot on or plant straight away, whether destined for a sunny border, patio container or indoor herb garden.
From classic rosemary herb plants and sage herb plants to bay laurel trees ideal for growing your own bay leaf, there is a herb to suit every space and style. With minimal care and maximum reward, herb plants offer fresh flavour, fragrance and structure season after season, making them a truly essential part of the garden.

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