Easy Heirloom Herbs for Beginners

Which Heirloom Herbs are Easiest for Beginners?

Herbs from the grocery store can be expensive, and there are few things better than harvesting fresh herbs from your garden. Whether you have raised beds, window-sill boxes, or are limited to container gardening, here are six herbs that are especially easy for beginners to grow and enjoy. These herbs are not only beginner-friendly but also flavorful and useful in a wide range of dishes. 

 1. Basil (e.g., ‘Genovese’ and ‘Dark Opal Basil’)

• Why it’s easy: Fast-growing, thrives in warm weather, great in pots or garden beds.
• Tip: Keep flower buds pinched off for more leaf production.

 2. Dill (e.g., ‘Bouquet’ dill)

• Why it’s easy: Direct sow in spring. Dill grows quickly with minimal fuss.
• Tip: Harvest leaves early or let it flower for seeds.
  

 3. Cilantro

• Why it’s easy: Germinates quickly, tolerates cool weather.
• Tip: Sow successively every few weeks for a steady harvest.
  

 4. Chives

• Why it’s easy: Perennial in many zones, requires little maintenance.
• Tip: Cut back often to encourage fresh growth.
  

5. Parsley (e.g., ‘Giant from Italy’ and ‘Triple Curled’)

• Why it’s easy: Biennial but grown as an annual, tolerant of partial shade.
• Tip: Soak seeds before sowing to improve germination.
  

 6. Thyme

• Why it’s easy: Hardy, drought-tolerant, and perennial.
• Tip: Needs good drainage; perfect for containers or borders.
  

Organic Herb Seed Collection

Cooking with fresh herbs will add another dimension to your favorite dishes! Six seed packets in a gift-able package.

Enhance your favorite dishes with fresh herbs—straight from your garden. These six essentials are proven performers in the garden and on the table. This Seed Collection contains one packet of each variety:

• Genovese Basil
• Chives
• Cilantro
• Bouquet Dill
• Triple Curled Parsley
• Thyme