Herbs can transform a bland meal into a positively delicious one. All it takes is access to the right varieties, some smart seasoning, and then you’re on your way to a triumphant dish.
One of the best ways to ensure you always have the right ingredients is to grow a range of herbs in your garden. Not only is this efficient and convenient, but it’s truly satisfying to enjoy food you have grown from your own soil.
Here some of the best herbs you can grow in your garden.
Rosemary
Nice to look at and delicious to the taste, rosemary is a top garden herb. Simply totter out to your garden and pick what you need for enhancing roast potatoes, fresh bread or soups.
Lavender
A great visual and aromatic addition to your garden, lavender not only smells fantastic and lowers your stress levels—but tastes great too. Bake it into cookies, cakes or pies.
Wild Garlic
Wild garlic is a great way to enrich the flavors of your foods. Sprinkle on fresh breads, salads or potatoes.
Coriander
The vibrant and colorful taste of coriander will enhance salads, curries, stir-fries, noodles and rice dishes.
Mint
It can be lovely to have a mint bush in your garden. Simply pick a leaf or two, and you can flavor your baking, food or cocktails in the summer.