Herb Highlights

Start small, grow strong: a beginner’s guide to Mediterranean herbs

Discover easy-care herbs that thrive in warm, sun-drenched spots. We’ll guide you from patch planning to harvest, with community-support tips and simple recipes to enjoy your harvest.

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Lavender and herbs in a garden bed.

Plan a beginner-friendly herb bed

Layout ideas that maximize sun exposure and ease of care, with a simple planting grid for common herbs.

Containers with herbs on a patio.

Container gardening for small spaces

Smart pot choices, soil blends, and watering routines to keep herbs thriving in balconies and patios.

Fresh herbs with harvest scissors.

Harvest timing for flavor and longevity

Simple cues to know when to prune, harvest, and preserve your herbs for maximum aroma.

Mediterranean kitchen herbs.

Kitchen-friendly herbs

Rosemary, thyme, oregano and basil ideas to flavor meals and boost wellbeing.

Herb garden layout plan.

Simple garden layout templates

Printable grids to help beginners visualize sun, soil, and spacing for herbs.

Community garden participants.

Community garden events

Monthly sessions to share seeds, harvests, and seasonal tasks with neighbors and friends.