Growing herbs in limited space

Even where indoor or outside space is at a premium, herbs can grow and flourish with a little out-of-the-box resourcefulness.

• Maximize floor space with multi-tiered plant stands and vertical ladder planters.
• Use rectangular planters on a windowsill for sun-loving herbs, like basil and parsley.
• Trailing plants, including thyme, oregano and mint thrive in hanging planters.
• Compact plants like sage and oregano are suited for wall-mounted planters in the kitchen.

Culinary herbs enhance the flavor of foods, and aromatic herbs contain essential oils. These top 10 culinary aromatics feature both characteristics:

• Basil – fresh and peppery
• Cilantro – citrusy, slightly nutty
• Rosemary – woody, pine-like
• Thyme – subtle earthy, minty
• Mint – refreshing, cool
• Parsley – mild, fresh
• Oregano – bold, slightly bitter
• Sage – robust, savory
• Dill – tangy, slightly sweet
• Chives – mild, onion-like