Note, many fall into two or more categories. Grown for their scent, aromatics herbs are used in flower vases or dried arrangements. Their oils are used in perfumes, candles, and toiletries to name a few. A couple of favorites are Lavender and Mint. We think of this category of herb first and foremost.
Most gardeners grow a few or several varieties.
Needless to say, food would be plain and boring without this group of herbs. Some of the more popular include Basil, Chives and Dill. Since ancient times, many types of herbs have been used in medicine and believed to have the power to cure a wide range of ailments. We know some of them have been proved to be true. Others, like garlic, have preventative characteristics.