Aromatic herbs are a diverse group of plants, familiar in cooking as well as in gardens and on balconies. At our nursery, we grow and sell a wide selection in pots.
What are aromatic herbs?
Many are plants we use every day. What they have in common is foliage rich in fragrant essential oils.
Some aromatic species also have a history of use in traditional herbal preparations. That history should not be taken as advice to use a plant to treat a medical condition.
Most are valued in the kitchen, where they add aroma and flavour. Compact pots are practical when there is no room for a full vegetable garden.
They also add greenery to balconies and are often among the first plants people choose when starting a small home herb garden.
Although many herbs can be raised from seed, buying established potted plants is simpler. Sowing involves preparing a suitable seed tray, caring for young seedlings and then transplanting them into separate pots or a larger container once they are ready.
A selection of herbs
The range of aromatic herbs is extensive. Here are some familiar choices to inspire you. Visit us to choose the varieties you would enjoy growing.
- Dill (Anethum graveolens)
- Anise (Pimpinella anisum)
- Basil (Ocimum basilicum)
- Lemon verbena (Aloysia citrodora, also known as Lippia citriodora)
- Chervil (Anthriscus cerefolium)
- Cumin (Cuminum cyminum)
- Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus)
- Chives (Allium schoenoprasum)
- Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare)
- Marjoram (Origanum majorana)
- Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis)
- Mint (Mentha species)
- Bee balm (Monarda didyma)
- Oregano (Origanum vulgare)
- Chilli pepper (Capsicum annuum varieties)
- Parsley (Petroselinum crispum)
- Rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus, formerly Rosmarinus officinalis)
- Rocket (Eruca sativa)
- Rue (Ruta graveolens)
- Salad burnet (Sanguisorba minor)
- Sage (Salvia officinalis)
- Savory (Satureja hortensis)
- Shallot (Allium cepa, Aggregatum Group)
- Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)
Potted aromatic herbs ready for sale at our nursery
Our potted herbs
Our Sassari shop stocks a wide range of aromatic herbs, including practical 14 cm pots and larger 22 cm pots, ready for a balcony or herb garden.
Established potted herbs offer a straightforward way to start a small herb garden, saving time on sowing and helping you arrange a useful, attractive collection.
