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You\u2019d be hard put to come up with a reason why not to grow herbs \u2013 these resilient little plants bring a myriad of benefits to the garden, look great, and also happen to taste delicious too! A carefully-created herb garden is a wonderful asset to any garden, creating a beautiful focal spot that attracts beneficial insects and pollinators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But did you know that not all herbs like to be grown together? Like all plants, herbs have varying likes and dislikes when it comes to location and soil conditions, and putting all your herbs in the same spot inevitably means that some will fail to thrive. If you\u2019re planning a new herb garden<\/a> or revamping your growing space, follow our guide to what herbs to plant together for guaranteed success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What herbs to plant together<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Broadly speaking, herbs<\/a> can be split into two distinct groups that share similar preferences in terms of planting position. The first group, mainly woody-stemmed Mediterranean perennial herbs, like plenty of sun and well-drained sandy soil with low levels of nutrients. The second, mostly soft-stemmed leafy herb varieties, require higher levels of water and nutrients and can tolerate partial shade. Some herbaceous plants are tolerant of variable growing conditions and can be added to either group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This means that it is not a good idea to grow all herbs in the same location \u2013 basil and coriander will quickly bolt in full sun, while thyme and rosemary will struggle to grow in a shady spot. There are ways around this that allow all herbs to be grown<\/a> together, and we\u2019ll have more on this later! First, let\u2019s look at which herbs will thrive when grown together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Herbs to plant together in full sun<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As mentioned above, the main sun-worshipping herbs tend to come from the Mediterranean. These are found growing wild on sparse, rocky outcrops and can survive with very low levels of moisture even during intense heat waves. Commonly grown Mediterranean herbs include thyme, rosemary, sage, marjoram, and oregano, and these can all be planted together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other herbs that grow well in full sun are basil<\/a>, chives, parsley, and lemon balm. These all prefer moister soil conditions to the woody perennial herbs listed above and can cope with small amounts of shade during the day. Basil and parsley also tend to bolt during periods of hot weather, so moving them into the shade can help to prolong the harvest period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Herbs to plant together in partial shade<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Chervil, coriander, lovage, mint, sorrel, and tarragon will all thrive in a shady spot of the garden, provided they get at least a couple of hours direct sunlight every day. Remember that mint can be quite invasive, so keep this in a separate container from other herbs in this group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Herbs to plant together in pots<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Growing herbs in pots<\/a>? Here are some great suggestions for herbs that love to grow together:<\/p>\n\n\n\n