From here they’ll extend out to soften hard surfaces, while taking advantage of the radiated heat to waft their delicious fragrance even further. Grown alongside a path they’ll release their aroma every time you brush past.Ĭreeping herbs like thyme, oregano and prostrate forms of rosemary are great for growing within paving, planted into cracks, opportunistically at the edges, between slabs or in other gaps. Lower-growing herbs like parsley or chives should be planted at the front of any scheme where they can form a neat edging or spill outwards. And, of course, most herbs will also draw in numerous beneficial bugs, most noticeably bees that will go on to help pollinate vegetables and fruits. Combine a variety of leaf shapes, colors and textures to break up blocks of planting. Medium-sized herbs, from about one to three foot, or 30cm to a meter in height, will form the bulk of your planting. Herbs like lavender attract beneficial bugs They are generally planted towards the back of a bed so they don’t overshadow shorter plants but can also look great thrusting skywards among lower growing plants. Tall, statuesque herbs like angelica contribute vertical interest to the garden. When designing with herbs the first thing to consider after growing requirements is growth habit. Grow herbs in among your vegetables, alongside flowering ornamentals, in a wildflower meadow, on the patio or within a dedicated herb garden – the choice is yours. There are herbs for every situation, so whether you have just a compact corner to spare or an entire garden, you can use herbs to create a space that’s both useful and beautiful.
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