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Vera Lavender is the classic English lavender — a compact, well-branched variety producing an abundance of long, straight stems topped with intense...
View full detailsGerman Chamomile is one of the most soothing and beloved herbal plants in the garden — its delicate, daisy-like flowers with bright yellow centers ...
View full detailsA vigorous, compact dill variety with a dense, bushy habit and abundant, dark blue-green foliage with classic fresh dill flavor. Slower to bolt tha...
View full detailsItalian Oregano is the approachable, everyday culinary herb that brings warmth, earthiness, and sweet, herbaceous depth to pizza, pasta sauces, gri...
View full detailsGarlic Chives bring a delightful dual flavor to the kitchen — flat, strap-like leaves with a gentle, grassy onion flavor accented by a mild, unmist...
View full detailsThe gold standard of culinary basils, Genovese produces large, intensely aromatic leaves with a rich, sweet flavor and subtle clove-like complexity...
View full detailsCilantro is one of the world's most widely used fresh herbs — its bright, pungent, citrusy leaves are essential in Mexican salsas, Indian chutneys,...
View full detailsA superior, slow-bolting cilantro producing dense, aromatic foliage with the bright, citrusy, slightly soapy character that defines fresh cilantro ...
View full detailsWild Bergamot Bee Balm is a gorgeous native wildflower from the mint family with lavender-pink flower clusters and a deliciously fragrant, oregano-...
View full detailsThe definitive Italian basil — large, deeply cupped, brilliantly fragrant leaves with intense sweet-spice aroma and flavor that's the soul of pesto...
View full detailsEnglish Thyme is the most essential culinary thyme — a low-growing perennial with tiny, aromatic grey-green leaves and a complex, herbaceous flavor...
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The classic culinary thyme with tiny, intensely aromatic leaves and a warm, earthy, slightly lemony flavor that is foundational in French, Mediterr...
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Vera Lavender is one of the most commonly cultivated and fragrant lavender varieties available — the intensely aromatic flower spikes are the premi...
View full detailsGerman Chamomile is one of the most soothing and well-loved herbs in cultivation — the small, cheerful white daisy-like flowers with their bright y...
View full detailsGenovese Basil is the gold standard of culinary basils — the classic Italian variety behind great pesto, Caprese salads, and any dish that deserves...
View full detailsLemon Balm is a vigorous, delightfully fragrant perennial whose bright green, crinkled leaves release a fresh, sweet lemon scent when brushed, maki...
View full detailsCommon Chives are the most versatile and kitchen-friendly herb you can grow — their slender, hollow, bright-green blades carry a mild, delicate oni...
View full detailsCulinary Sage is one of the most beautiful and aromatic herbs in the garden — a low, woody perennial with velvety, grey-green leaves that release a...
View full detailsMammoth Dill is the classic, large-stemmed dill variety — tall, feathery, intensely aromatic plants whose fresh green fronds and bold, grassy flavo...
View full detailsChives are one of the easiest and most rewarding herbs to grow, producing slender hollow leaves with a gentle, fresh onion flavor that brightens up...
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A compact, early-blooming dill perfectly sized for cut flower arrangements and container growing. Fernlike foliage and bright yellow-green umbels a...
View full detailsSlow Bolt Cilantro is the practical gardener's choice — a bolt-resistant variety that extends the harvest window significantly compared to standard...
View full detailsDelicate, daisy-like flowers with golden centers and white petals carry a sweet, apple-like fragrance beloved for centuries in herbal teas and cosm...
View full detailsDark Green Flat Leaf Parsley is the professional cook's parsley — the bold, bright, deeply herbal flavor of these flat, deeply lobed leaves far sur...
View full detailsA versatile perennial herb producing flat, strap-shaped leaves with a delicate garlic-onion flavor that enhances dumplings, stir-fries, eggs, and s...
View full detailsItalian flat-leaf parsley is the workhorse of the fresh herb garden — its bright, clean, slightly peppery flavor is the backbone of countless class...
View full detailsA delightfully aromatic basil with a bright, fresh lemon-citrus scent layered over classic sweet basil character. Smaller, more compact than Genove...
View full detailsItalian Large Leaf Basil is prized among basil varieties for its exceptional 4-inch leaves with a delicate, sweet, slightly floral fragrance that's...
View full detailsKorean Licorice Mint — also known as Hyssop or Agastache — is a spectacular perennial herb with large, anise-scented leaves and tall spikes of soft...
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Munstead Lavender is the quintessential English cottage garden lavender — compact, intensely fragrant, and packed with the essential oils that make...
View full detailsSpearmint is one of the world's most widely loved and useful herbs — the strong, refreshing fragrance and clean, sweet-cool flavor make it essentia...
View full detailsLemon Balm is a cheerful, easy-growing perennial herb with bright green leaves that release a gentle, genuine lemon fragrance when brushed or bruis...
View full detailsA bolt-resistant cilantro forming dense bunches of aromatic, dark green leaves with the classic bright, citrusy flavor essential in Latin, Asian, a...
View full detailsGerman Winter Thyme is a robust, cold-hardy perennial with dark-green, somewhat broader leaves and a strongly aromatic, savory flavor slightly more...
View full detailsA vigorous, easy-to-grow perennial herb with bright lemon-scented leaves that make calming herbal teas, flavored waters, and dessert garnishes. Fre...
View full detailsThe essential culinary sage with aromatic, gray-green, velvety leaves and a warm, peppery, slightly camphor-like flavor that is irreplaceable in st...
View full detailsCommon English Thyme is the foundational savory herb of European cooking — the tiny, highly aromatic leaves deliver a deep, woody, slightly floral ...
View full detailsA vigorous F1 bulbing fennel with excellent bolting resistance and uniform, large, round bulbs with tender, sweet anise flavor. Earlier-maturing th...
View full detailsThe essential Southeast Asian basil with glossy, dark green leaves, purple stems, and beautiful purple flower heads — a distinctly anise-clove char...
View full detailsGarlic Chives — known in Chinese cooking as jiǔcà i — offer the best of two worlds: the slender, flat leaves carry a mild, pleasant garlic flavor th...
View full detailsPurple Coneflower Echinacea is one of the most valued and beloved native perennial wildflowers in North America — the dramatic, daisy-like blooms w...
View full detailsRoman Chamomile is a low-growing, creeping perennial herb with delicate daisy-like flowers and a sweet, apple-like scent that's more intense and fr...
View full detailsBroad Leaved Sage is an elegant, long-lived perennial herb with soft, grey-green leaves that carry a bold, savory, earthy aroma that has anchored E...
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A classic culinary and medicinal herb beloved by cats and herbalists alike, producing aromatic grey-green foliage and small white flowers with a fr...
View full detailsSpotted Wild Bergamot Bee Balm is a striking native wildflower from the mint family with a distinctive oregano-like scent and unusual spotted flowe...
View full detailsHoly basil (tulsi) — a revered Ayurvedic herb with warm, clove-like, slightly peppery aroma and flavor quite different from culinary sweet basil. S...
View full detailsSweet Marjoram is a fragrant, spreading herb with leaves that carry a sweet, warm, pine-like aroma with a floral complexity that's subtler and more...
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Sweet Basil is the classic all-purpose culinary basil — a vigorous, productive variety with large, glossy, intensely aromatic leaves and a clean, s...
View full detailsHerb Seeds for Planting
This collection covers herb seeds for cooks and gardeners alike, from everyday kitchen staples to aromatic and medicinal varieties. You'll find organic herb seeds from trusted growers like High Mowing, Peaceful Valley, and Southern Exposure, plus budget-friendly picks from MIgardener, all filterable by organic status, heirloom type, life cycle, and light requirements so you can match varieties to your space and growing style.
What You'll Find in This Collection
Our herb garden seeds include kitchen essentials like basil, cilantro, dill, and thyme, along with sage, oregano, chives, and fennel for gardeners building out a full herb bed. You'll also find fragrant and specialty varieties such as lavender, lemon balm, tarragon, and chamomile, which work well for tea, aromatherapy, or pollinator-friendly plantings. Many of these herbs are perennial, so a single planting can keep producing for years, while others are fast-growing annuals suited to containers or small kitchen gardens.
From Herb Seeds to a Full Garden Plan
Herbs are forgiving to grow, but timing still affects how quickly you get a usable harvest. Add any variety from this collection to your Seedtime calendar, and the garden planning software will calculate seeding and harvest windows based on your specific location, so your basil and cilantro are ready right when you need them for the kitchen. You can start planning for free, and if you want unlimited calendars and planning tools as your garden grows, compare Seedtime's plans to find the right fit. Seedtime members also get up to 20% off every order, so your herb seeds for sale here go further as your herb garden expands.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which herbs are easiest to grow from seed for a beginner?
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Basil, cilantro, dill, and chives are generally among the most forgiving herbs to start from seed, germinating quickly and tolerating a range of conditions. Perennial herbs like sage, thyme, and oregano take a bit longer to establish from seed but require less replanting once they're going, since they'll come back year after year in the right climate. Starting with a few reliable annuals alongside one or two perennials is a practical way to build confidence before expanding into less common varieties.
Can I grow these herbs in containers, or do they need a garden bed?
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Many herbs are well suited to containers, and this collection can be filtered specifically for container-friendly varieties. Basil, chives, thyme, and mint (grown carefully, since it can spread aggressively) all do well in pots, making them practical for gardeners with limited space or anyone who wants fresh herbs close to the kitchen. Larger or sprawling herbs may still do better in a dedicated bed if you have the room.
What's the difference between annual and perennial herbs, and does it matter which I choose?
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Annual herbs like basil and dill complete their life cycle in one season and need to be replanted each year, while perennial herbs like sage, thyme, and oregano return on their own in subsequent seasons once established. Choosing perennials can mean less replanting over time, but annuals often grow faster and are easier to fit into rotations with other crops. Most herb gardens end up with a mix of both, depending on how much space and long-term commitment you want to give to each variety.
Do organic herb seeds grow any differently than conventional ones?
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The plants themselves aren't different, organic simply means the seed was produced without synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, or herbicides. Many gardeners choose organic herb seeds because they intend to grow the herbs organically from the start, and because herbs are often used fresh or dried for cooking and tea, where avoiding synthetic residue matters more to some growers than it might for ornamental plants.
Is it worth buying herb seeds here instead of picking up starts at a nursery?
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Starting from seed costs less per plant than buying nursery starts, and this collection gives you access to varieties, like specific basil or thyme types, that aren't always available as transplants locally. Seedtime members also get an additional 20% off every order, which adds up if you're planting a full herb bed. The tradeoff is that seed-started herbs take longer to reach a usable size than nursery transplants, so if you want herbs ready to harvest right away, starts may still make sense for a few key plants.