Just be sure to pay attention
to the different zones you’re
creating, and remember that
a southern exposure will be
sunnier, hotter, and drier.”
PLANTS FOR YOUR HERB SPIRAL
After letting the herb spiral settle, it’s time to add
some culinary, medicinal, fragrant, and fun herbs.
Stick with smaller plants and shrubs, avoiding
trees like bay that will outgrow the space and could
present big headaches come transplant time. Here
are a few popular options that will take advantage of
the different zones in your spiral’s design:
Dry and sunny (top) - oregano, sage, rosemary,
tarragon, saffron crocus, lemongrass, lavender
Good light, drains well (mid, south-facing) - basil,
dill, marjoram, cilantro, thyme, calendula (pot marigold)
Moist with partial light (low to mid-level) - chives,
parsley, chamomile
Moist and shady (low, north-facing) - mints, lemon
balm, catnip
If you have a small spiral, or ended up with one that has
some narrower planting areas, dwarf versions of popular
herbs like sage, rosemary, and basil are available.
While spiral growing is fantastic for herbs, it’s also
a great way to raise your favorite flowers and other
plants, including some of the smaller vegetables. Just
make sure you can distinguish the herbs you plan on
using for culinary and medicinal applications from
strictly ornamental plants that may be toxic.
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