Best Herbs to Grow at Home and Fish and Seafood Recipes for Each
After building some Redwood Planters you might want to fill them with some tasty herbs!
So, hit up your local hardware store and stock up on some of of these awesome herbs that are sure to take your cooking to the next level!
1. Rosemary
Rosemary is a savory herb that can really up your cooking game!
Pairs with fish and seafood as well as meat and veggies
Plant in full sun in a 12 inch container that is least 6-8 inches deep.
2. Basil
Basil is and sweet and spicy herb known as the King of Herbs!
Pairs great with garlic, olive oil, and tomatoes.
Plant in full sun spaced 10 inches apart.
3. Chives
Chives are a savory and spicy herb that can add a subtle oniony taste.
Pairs with eggs, rice, potato, and cheeses
Plant in full sun 8-10 inches apart.
4. Parsley
Parsley is a sweet and tangy herb that is also the most popular herb in the world!
Pairs well with fish, eggs, lemon, rice, and most veggies.
Plant in full sun spaced 6-8 inches apart.
5. Cilantro
Cilantro is a sweet and sour herb also known as Coriander!
Pairs with fish, meat, avocado, soups, corn
Plant in full sun 6-8 inches apart.
6. Lemongrass
Lemongrass is a sour herb in the grass family!
Pairs with chicken, fish, pork, soups, stews
Plant in full sun 24 inches apart.
7. Dill
Dill is a sweet and sour herb with a licorice/anise flavor!
Pairs with fish, asparagus, onion, yogurt
Plant in full sun 12-15 inches apart.
8. Oregano
Oregano is a bitter and savory herb in the mint family!
Pairs with fish, lamb, meat, pizza, pasta, tomatoes
Plant in full sun 10 inches apart.
9. Marjoram
Marjoram is a bitter and savory that is a less intense version of oregano!
Pairs with fish, lamb, meat, pizza, pasta, tomatoes
Plant in full sun 12 inches apart.
10. Spearmint
Spearmint is a sweet and tangy herb that can add freshness to any dish!
Pairs with drinks, sauces, asparagus, beans, tomatoes
Plant in medium to full sun 24 inches apart.
11. Thyme
Thyme is a savory herb with a warm, sweet, minty, and slightly peppery flavor!
Pairs with fish, seafood, chicken, meat, soups, winter veggies
Plant in full sun 12 inches apart.
12. Sage
Sage is a sweet, bitter, sour, and savory herb that is known as the Thanksgiving Herb!
Pairs with oily fish, fatty meats, turkey, stuffing
Plant in full sun 24 inches apart.
13. Tarragon
Tarragon is a sweet herb that has a licorice flavor and is in the Sunflower Family!
Pairs with fish, eggs, poultry, tomatoes, zucchini
Plant in full sun 24-36 inches apart.
