Most herbs can be grown from seed or plant. If you don't have room in a garden, herbs are perfect in pots. Natives of the Mediterranean and the Far East, herbs are sun lovers. They do better if the soil is a little lean. This veteran herb gardener warns against fertilizing herbs because of the rapid growth fertilizing promotes.
Fast growth diminishes the intensity of their flavors.
You can harvest your herbs throughout the season. Experts advise that herbs should be constantly pinched, an aromatic task that should find ready volunteers. Once harvested, culinary herbs can be used fresh or readied for use in a variety of ways. Fresh herb sprigs make nice accents straight from the garden. Garnishes act as a flavor and an appearance enhancement.