Herbs are used in small quantities, so usually only a few plants are necessary to provide sufficient fresh and dried herbs for the entire season. Herb gardening is becoming popular throughout Texas. In addition, herbs add flavor and zest to creative cookery. Most food recipes can be accentuated with proper use of culinary herbs. The ornamental value of herbs enables them to be grown in flower beds, in rock gardens as borders or as corner plantings.
Some herbs are annuals while others are perennial or come up year after year.
One can locate annual herbs in annual flower gardens or vegetable gardens. Locate perennial herbs at the side of the garden where they won't interfere with next year's soil preparation. Many gardeners establish a small herb garden near the home. Generally, a 6 to 10 foot square or rectangular area is sufficient. Circular or free-form designs can also be used.