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Why You Absolutely Need a Herb Garden Layout Plan (Trust Me—I Skipped This Once)

It’s easy to go to a nursery. Grab cute herb pots—ones with hand-painted sunflowers. Plop them in dirt. I did that. Bought basil, rosemary, mint. Stuck them in the same planter. Thought “they look cute together.” Crossed my fingers like I was wishing on a penny.

Spoiler 2: The basil turned yellow. Neon yellow. Screams “help me” when you walk by. The mint got leggy—long, thin stems. Leaves only at the top. Like it was stretching for light that wasn’t there. The rosemary looked half-dead—grayish-green. Leaves fell off if you breathed too hard. I googled “why is my rosemary mad at me” at 10 PM. In pajamas. Held the pot like it was a sick pet. Turns out, it wasn’t mad. It was just in the wrong place.

That’s the difference between a plan and no plan. A plan isn’t just “where to put plants.” It’s a roadmap to make them happy. Here’s why it matters—from someone who learned the hard way (and cried a little over dead rosemary):

Maximizes space. Whether you have a tiny balcony (mine’s so small I side-step to the door) or a big backyard, a plan stops waste. I used a vertical planter once. Grew 4 herbs where I used to fit 1. Now my balcony isn’t cluttered. It’s a little green nook for morning coffee.

Keeps herbs healthy. Sun-loving basil hates shade more than I hate grocery store lines. Water-hungry mint hates drying out next to rosemary—they’re like roommates fighting over the thermostat. A plan puts each herb in its perfect spot. No more “wrong place” plant deaths.

Saves money. I’ve bought herbs I didn’t need—tarragon, because it looked “cute.” Never used it. Bought pots too big—giant ceramic for a tiny chive plant. Sore arms, wasted cash. A plan keeps you focused. No more impulse buys that end up in the trash.

Makes the garden pretty (and useful). A good plan isn’t just functional. It’s a green spot that makes you smile. My windowsill has basil, chives, parsley. I catch myself staring at it while waiting for coffee. It’s not much. But it makes my kitchen cozier than any candle.

The Pre-Planning Phase: 5 Things to Think About Before You Dig (I Learned These the Hard Way)

Don’t grab a trowel yet. Don’t buy that first pot. Pause. These 5 steps will save you from 2 AM “why is my herb dead?” panic. I wish I followed them first. Would’ve skipped a lot of plant funerals (yes, I’ve had tiny ones. Don’t judge).

1. Location, Location, Location (Sunlight = Herb Superpower)

This is non-negotiable. Where you put herbs makes or breaks them. Here’s what I wish I knew:

Sunlight is everything. Most cooking herbs—basil, rosemary, thyme—need 4-6 hours of direct sun daily. I thought my balcony was sunny. Then I timed it one Saturday. Drank cold coffee. Stared at my phone. It only got sun till 2 PM. My rosemary struggled. Now I put it where sun lasts till 6 PM. It’s better. Even grew new leaves.

Keep it close to the kitchen. I used to put herbs by the living room window. Guess how often I used them? Never. When cooking, I don’t want to walk past the couch—tempted to watch Netflix. Now they’re by the back door. Grab a sprig while stirring. No extra steps. Even better if you can reach them in rain. I’ve stood under an umbrella to snip mint. No shame—just love fresh mojitos.

Shelter from wind. Strong winds dry herbs fast. Like a towel in the desert. My first thyme plant got blown around. Leaves turned crispy and brown. I felt terrible—like I left a kid out in the cold. Now I put it next to a balcony fence. Safe and happy. No more wind damage. No more guilt.

2. Know Your Soil (It’s the Foundation—Not Just Dirt)

Herbs hate wet feet. Imagine wearing wet socks all day. Gross. That’s how herbs feel when roots sit in water. So well-draining soil is a must. Here’s how to do it:

In-ground gardens: Fix clay soil. Clay feels hard as rock when dry. Sticky as gum when wet. Holds water like a sponge. My neighbor planted basil in clay. Roots rotted in a week. He thought the basil was “defective.” Took it back to the nursery. The worker laughed: “It’s the soil, not the plant.” Add compost, shredded leaves, or pine bark. Loosens it up. Like adding air holes to a pillow—roots need to breathe.

Containers: Use potting mix (not yard dirt). Yard dirt compacts in pots. Like breathing through a crushed straw. I did this with chives. They never grew taller than 3 inches. I kept watering. Wondered “why aren’t you growing?” My mom (casual gardener, not a pro) said: “Honey, that’s yard dirt. It’s suffocating them.” Good potting mix is light. Drains well. Worth the extra dollars. Your chives will thank you. So will your sanity.

3. Watering Needs (Group Them Like Friends Who Hang Out)

Not all herbs drink the same. Mint and basil love moist soil—like a damp towel that doesn’t drip. Rosemary and thyme like to dry out a bit—like a towel left out an hour. Mixing them is a disaster.

I used to water mint and rosemary at the same time. Mint was happy—perky, like it had lemonade. Rosemary was drowning—leaves wilted, like it got thrown in a pool. I thought, “I’m a bad plant mom.” Now mint hangs with basil. Rosemary with thyme. No more favorites. No more guilt.

Also, make sure you can reach them with a hose or watering can. I put a planter far from the patio faucet once. Had to carry a bucket of water. Guess who forgot? Me. For three days. The basil was sad—leaves drooped to the soil. Don’t be me. Put planters where water is easy to get.

4. Your Personal “Herb-oire” (Grow What You’ll Actually Use)

It’s easy to buy herbs because they look pretty. I bought tarragon once. The pot had a little bow. Thought “this is cute.” Forgot I’d never used tarragon. Sat on my windowsill for months. Got leggy and sad. Finally threw it away. Wasted space. Wasted money. Wasted guilt (I still feel bad).

Make a list of herbs you cook with most. Love Italian food? Basil, oregano, parsley. Roast chicken fan? Rosemary and thyme. Mojito lover? Mint—lots of it. One plant isn’t enough. I went through three last summer. Keep it to 5-10 herbs. More than that, and you’ll have unused plants taking up space.

Pro tip: Start small if you’re unsure. I began with basil, mint, chives. Used them every week—basil in pasta, mint in iced tea, chives on eggs. Now I added rosemary and thyme. Slow and steady wins. No need to go big day one. Add more later.

5. Budget and Materials (You Don’t Need to Spend a Fortune)

Herb gardens don’t have to be fancy. I’ve seen people grow great herbs in old mason jars (drill drainage holes—don’t skip that!). Or wooden crates from the trash. You don’t need a $50 ceramic pot or $100 tool set. Here’s how to save:

Pots: Skip fancy ceramic. Terracotta is cheap. Breathes well. Looks great. I have a few I painted with acrylics. Added little flowers and my name. Personalized and cheap. Not perfect (messed up one flower—turned it into “abstract leaf”). But that’s part of the charm.

Plants vs. seeds: Start with seedlings if new. Seeds take time and patience. I killed basil seeds by overwatering. Thought “more water = more growth.” Spoiler: No. Seedlings are bigger. Hardier. You’ll see results faster. Nothing feels like a gardening pro like seeing a seedling grow new leaves in a week.

Tools: Only need basics. A small trowel (mine’s from my mom—sentimental, fits my hand). A watering can (mine has a duck spout—silly, but makes watering fun). Garden gloves (keeps dirt out of nails—hard to get out, even with polish remover). No fancy tools. Save money for more herbs (or snacks).

11 Inspiring Herb Garden Layout Plans (For Every Space—Even Tiny Ones)

Now for the fun part: designing your garden. These ideas work for apartments, balconies, patios, backyards. I’ve tried a few. All doable—even if you’re not a “gardener” (whatever that means).

For Small Spaces & Balconies (I Live Here—These Are My Go-Tos)

If you have more concrete than grass (raises hand), these are for you:

Vertical Wall Garden: Can’t go out? Go up. I used wall-mounted pocket planters in my tiny apartment. Hung them with a hammer and nails. Messed up one hole—covered it with a sticker. No one notices. Grew thyme, oregano, mint. Freed up floor space. Now I can fit that folding chair I wanted. Looks like a little green wall. Bonus: Easy to water. Pour on top—drips down to bottom pockets. No more bending till your back hurts.

Tiered Planters & Hanging Baskets: Tiered planters are herb skyscrapers. My mom has one. Holds 5 herbs (basil, chives, parsley, oregano, thyme) in one pot’s space. Keeps it on her patio. Looks put-together. She even added a bird feeder on top. Hanging baskets? Perfect for trailing herbs like creeping thyme. Mine hangs from my balcony ceiling. Spills over like a green waterfall. Side note: Make sure the hook is sturdy. Mine fell once. Herbs were fine—just dirt on the floor. Swept it up. Pretended it never happened.

Windowsill Herb Garden: The classic. My first garden was this. Put 3 small pots (basil, chives, parsley) on my kitchen windowsill. Pro tips: Make sure the window gets 4+ hours of sun. Mine faces south—perfect. Don’t put it too close to AC or heater. My chives got cold once. Heater blew right on them. Turned brown. Moved them a few inches. They bounced back. Now they’re by the window. Happy and green.

For Patios & Decks (Great for Hosting—Grab Herbs While You Grill)

If you have a little outdoor space (even a small patio), these work: 4. Container Groupings: Cluster pots of different sizes and materials. Terracotta, metal, old buckets. I cleaned an old paint bucket. Drilled holes in the bottom. Planted rosemary. Looks rustic, not trashy—promise. Did this on my patio: big rosemary pot in the center. Smaller basil and mint pots around it. Looks like a designer garden. But I just winged it. Play with height—tall herbs in back, short in front. No rules. Just what looks good to you. 5. Rolling Herb Cart: Genius. Found a small bar cart at a thrift store for $15. Sanded down the rust (took an hour, worth it). Planted herbs—basil, thyme, parsley, mint. Roll it into sun during the day. Bring inside if it rains. No more covering pots with trash bags. Wheel it right to the grill when cooking. It’s a portable herb station. Friends ask where I got it. Shocked when I say “thrift store.” I smile: “Gardening on a budget, baby.”

For In-Ground Gardens (If You’ve Got the Dirt—Go Wild)

If you have a backyard (lucky you), these layouts are pretty and functional: 6. The Classic Herb Spiral: My neighbor has one. It’s a little herb mountain. A spiral-shaped raised bed (bricks or stones). Creates microclimates—sunny top, shady bottom. Top is perfect for rosemary and thyme (love dry, sunny spots). Bottom is shadier, moister—great for mint and parsley. Compact but grows lots of herbs. Cooler than a regular bed. Neighbor lets me snip rosemary sometimes. I bring her cookies—fair trade.

7. Formal Knot Garden: For fancy folks (or people who love pruning). Uses low-growing herbs like lavender and thyme. Makes intricate knot patterns—like a garden puzzle. Looks amazing. But high-maintenance. Need to trim regularly. I’ve never tried it (too lazy—who has time for tiny scissors every weekend?). My aunt has one. Neighborhood envies it. She trims every Sunday morning with tiny scissors. Says it’s “therapeutic.” I say “a lot of work.” To each their own.

8. The Wheel or Wagon Wheel Layout: Divide a circular bed into wedge-shaped sections (like pizza). Use bricks or wood. Each section gets a different herb. My cousin did this. So organized. Finds basil in 2 seconds. No digging around. Easy to water—walk around the circle. No missed spots. She painted bricks different colors to label sections. Genius. No more guessing which is oregano—red for basil, blue for mint.

9. Square Foot Gardening: All about maximizing space. Make a raised bed. Divide into 1-foot squares (string or small boards). Plant a specific number of herbs per square (4 basil plants, for example). My uncle uses this. Grows more herbs than he can use. Gives me rosemary every Christmas. I use it in holiday roasted potatoes. Simple. No math (just a ruler). Works. He says it’s “gardening for people who hate chaos.” Same.

Creative & Upcycled Ideas (Save Money—And Be Eco-Friendly)

Why buy new when you can reuse? These are my favorites—cheap, eco-friendly, full of character:

10. Raised Bed Garden: Easy even for beginners. Drains well. Prevents soil compaction. Easier on your back. No more bending till it hurts—worth it. I built one with old wooden planks from a construction site (they were throwing them away). Cost $20 for screws and soil. Filled with potting mix and compost. Planted basil, oregano, parsley. My pride and joy. Every time I look at it: “I built that.” Not perfect (planks are uneven). But it’s mine.

11. Upcycled Container Garden: Get creative. Old wine crates (drill holes—important!). Metal washtubs (grandma uses one for mint—says “vintage, not old”). Old drawers (saw someone use a curb-side dresser drawer. Lined with burlap. Added soil. Planted chives. Looked awesome). Friend used an old pallet (taken apart, lined with burlap) for a vertical garden. Looks better than store-bought. Cost nothing. Just make sure it has drainage holes. No one wants a drowned herb (trust me).

Choosing the Perfect Herbs for Your Layout (Make Them Get Along)

You have a layout. Now pick herbs. Goal: happy roommates. No fighting over space or sun. No one hogging water.

A-List Herbs for Beginners (Hard to Kill—Promise)

New to this? Start with these. They’re like easygoing friends—never complain if you forget to text.

Mint: Super tough. Left mine out in a storm—wind, rain, thunder. Came back. Plant in its own pot—it spreads fast (more on that later). I have three: peppermint, spearmint, chocolate mint. My iced tea is great. Roommate steals it.

Chives: Mild onion flavor. Good on eggs, salads, baked potatoes. Grow fast. Don’t need much attention. Snip every week. They keep growing—energizer bunny of herbs. Gave clippings to a friend. Now she grows chives too. We call it “chive sharing.”

Parsley: A workhorse. Use in soups, salads, as garnish. Slow to bolt (flower). So you have it all season. Forgot mine for two weeks (went on vacation). Still fine—just a little wilted. Water fixed it. Like a cat—independent, but nice to have.

Thyme: Hardy, drought-tolerant. Forget to water sometimes. Still fine. Good for roasted veggies or chicken. Put a sprig in my olive oil bottle. Infused oil—easy. Tastes better than store-bought.

Oregano: Another tough one. Loves sun. Hates too much water. Use in pizza sauce and pasta. Way better than dried. Dried is fine. Fresh? Night and day. Made pizza with fresh oregano once. Friend said it tasted “like an Italian restaurant.” High praise.

Companion Planting (Herbs That Help Each Other Out)

Some herbs are better together—like peanut butter and jelly. Or pizza and beer. Here’s who gets along:

Basil & Tomatoes: Grandma swears basil makes tomatoes taste better. Planted basil next to tomatoes last summer (herbs and veggies can be friends!). Both grew like crazy. Tomatoes sweeter. Basil bushier. Grandma said “I told you so”—loves being right. She also says basil keeps bugs away from tomatoes. Bonus—no more bug-eaten fruit.

Rosemary & Sage: Both Mediterranean herbs. Same sun and water needs. Like friends from the same hometown. Get each other. Plus, rosemary’s strong scent keeps pests away from carrots and cabbage. Win-win—no bug-eaten veggies. Mom plants them together. Her garden is pest-free.

Chamomile & Mint: Chamomile helps mint grow bigger. I have a small chamomile plant next to mint. Mint is twice as big as other herbs. Bonus: Chamomile flowers make good tea. Get two things from one spot. Drink it before bed—helps me sleep. Win-win.

Herbs also repel pests naturally. Mint keeps aphids away. Had an aphid problem once—tiny green bugs on basil. Gross. Planted mint next to affected herbs. Aphids gone in a week. Basil deters flies and mosquitoes. Great for patio dinners—no swatting while eating. Lavender repels moths and fleas. Plant near your door. Bugs stay away. Smells good too—win-win.

Matching Herbs to Your Layout (Size Matters)

Think about how big herbs get when mature. Don’t let a tall one block a short one—like a giant in front of you at a concert. Can’t see the stage.

Tall herbs (rosemary, dill, fennel): Put in bed centers or border backs. Put dill in front of my windowsill garden once. Grew 2 feet tall. Blocked chives. Oops. Now tall herbs go in back. Everyone gets sun. Rosemary is center of my patio containers. Star of the show.

Trailing herbs (creeping thyme, oregano): Let them spill over container or raised bed edges. Look pretty. Fill empty spaces. Creeping thyme hangs over my tiered planter. Cute. Makes the planter look full. Neighbor compliments it.

Aggressive spreaders (mint, lemon balm): Plant in their own containers. Can’t stress this enough. Planted mint in my raised bed once. Took over parsley and oregano. Like a herb bully—grows everywhere. No respect for space. Now mint is in its own pot. Everyone gets along. No more herb wars.

A Note on Annual vs. Perennial Herbs (One-and-Done vs. Repeat Guests)

Annuals (basil, cilantro, dill): Live one season. Plant in spring. Harvest all summer. Die in fall. No big deal—replant next year. Love basil as annual. Plant new ones every spring. Always fresh. Cilantro bolts fast in heat. Plant twice a year—spring and fall. Have cilantro for tacos all year.

Perennials (thyme, sage, rosemary, mint): Come back year after year. Plant once. Keep growing. My rosemary is 3 years old—still going. Remember to protect in winter (more later). Forgot to bring sage inside last winter. Died. Felt terrible. Planted new one this spring. Doing great. Mistakes happen. Even gardeners mess up.

Your Step-by-Step Guide to Bringing Your Herb Garden to Life (Let’s Get Dirty)

You have a plan, herbs, materials. Now plant. I break this into 4 easy steps. No confusion. No stress. Done this so many times, I could do it blind (don’t recommend—dirt in eyes is bad).

Gather Your Materials First: Don’t start planting and realize you’re missing something. I did that once—forgot potting soil. Had to run to the store in dirty clothes. Cashier smiled. Said “gardener’s emergency?” I nodded. Grab these:

Containers or raised bed materials (whichever you chose)

Good potting soil (not yard dirt—we talked about this)

Herb plants or seeds (seedlings for beginners, seeds if patient)

Small trowel (mine’s from mom—sentimental, fits my hand)

Watering can (mine has that duck spout—I love it)

Garden gloves (keeps dirt out of nails—again, trust me)

Prepare Your Site/Containers:

In-ground: Clear weeds (pull by hand—good exercise, no chemicals). Fix soil if needed (add compost for clay). Skipped this once. Wondered why herbs didn’t grow. Weeds stole nutrients. Oops.

Containers: Clean them (rinse with soap and water—no fancy stuff). Always check for drainage holes. No holes? Drill some. Herbs will thank you. Used a no-hole pot for mint once. Roots rotted in 5 days. Lesson learned. Put a coffee filter or broken pot piece over holes. Keeps soil from washing out. Nursery worker tip—works every time.

Planting Your Herbs:

Gently take herb out of nursery pot. Roots tangled? (Mine usually are—like a messy necklace.) Loosen with fingers. Don’t yank—be gentle, like untangling hair. Pulled too hard once. Broke roots. Herb survived. Felt guilty a week.

Put in new pot or hole. Top of root ball should be level with soil top. Don’t bury too deep (roots need air) or leave too high (dries out). Buried basil too deep once. Died. Oops.

Fill with soil. Gently press around the plant. Don’t squish. Just make it secure. Like tucking a kid into bed—firm but gentle.

Space them out! Seedlings look small. They grow. Planted 3 basil in a small pot once. Got crowded. Stopped growing. Follow plant tag spacing (usually 6-12 inches). Looks empty at first. Trust me—it fills in.

Watering and Initial Care:

Give new herbs a good drink. Water till it comes out drainage holes. Helps soil settle around roots—like a hug.

Keep soil moist first week or two. Think “damp sponge,” not “soaking wet.” After that, water by their needs (mint more, rosemary less). Check every morning—stick finger in soil. Dry? Water. Not? Wait. Simple. No overcomplicating.

Nurturing Your Green Oasis: Herb Garden Maintenance Tips (Keep Them Happy All Season)

Planting is just the start. A little regular care keeps herbs lush and productive. Do these every week—takes 10 minutes. Like a pet, but easier (no walks, no litter box).

Watering Wisely: Check soil before watering. Stick finger 1-2 inches down. Dry? Water. Damp? Wait. Container gardens need more water than in-ground. Mine dry out in 2 days when hot. Watered rosemary daily once. Roots rotted. Oops. Lesson learned. Now only water when soil is dry. No more drowned herbs.

Pruning and Harvesting (The Fun Part!): Regular trimming makes herbs bushier. Never take more than 1/3 of the plant. Like a haircut, not a buzz cut. For basil: Pinch top leaves (right above a node—where new leaves grow). Makes it branch out, like a tree growing more branches. For parsley: Cut outer stems close to base. New ones grow in center. Harvest basil weekly for pesto. Plant is 2 feet tall now! More I take, more it gives.

Feeding Your Herbs (Less Is More): Most herbs don’t need much fertilizer. Too much makes them taste bland—like watered-down soup. Use balanced organic fertilizer once a month (spring to fall). That’s it. Used too much on chives once. Tasted like nothing. Now stick to “less is more.” Herbs are simple—no fancy snacks.

Dealing with Pests Naturally: Healthy herbs get fewer pests. See aphids (tiny green bugs)? Spray with strong hose water. No luck? Use insecticidal soap. I make my own—1 teaspoon dish soap to 1 quart water. Avoid harsh chemicals. Don’t want to eat that! Used chemical spray on basil once. Too scared to eat it. Now natural methods only. Safer for me, safer for herbs.

Winter Care (For Perennials): Live in a cold climate (snows)? Bring perennials inside. Pot rosemary, thyme, sage before first frost. Put on sunny windowsill. Grow slower in winter. Water less (once every 2 weeks). Rosemary survived last winter. Used it for Christmas roasted potatoes. Family loved it. Like summer in winter. No more missing fresh herbs when cold.

7 Common Herb Garden Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them— I Made All of These)

We all mess up. I made every mistake here—some more than once. But that’s how you learn. Here’s what not to do. Skip the hard lessons.

Planting in the Wrong Location: No sun = no herbs. Put thyme in shade once. Grew tall and leggy. Tasted like nothing. Thought “bad plant.” No—it was the spot. Stick to 4-6 hours direct sun. No sun? Try mint or parsley. They’re more forgiving.

Overwatering or Poor Drainage: #1 herb killer. Had mint in a no-hole pot. Roots rotted in 5 days. So sad, I almost quit. Always use pots with holes. Check soil before watering. Damp? Wait.

Crowding Your Plants: Seedlings are small. They grow! Planted 4 basil in a 6-inch pot. Fought for space. Died. Thought “they’ll be fine.” They weren’t. Follow plant tag spacing. Looks empty first. Fills in.

Using Poor Quality Soil: Cheap potting mix is fast food for herbs. No nutrients. Drains bad. Used cheap mix once. Chives never grew over 2 inches. Kept watering. Wondered “why?” Realized it was the soil. Spend more on good soil. Worth it.

Letting Herbs Flower: When herbs flower, they focus on seeds, not leaves. Cilantro flowered once. Leaves got bitter. Had to pull it. Now pinch flower buds when I see them. Like telling the plant “focus on leaves, not seeds.”

Being Afraid to Harvest: Used to be scared to cut herbs. Thought I’d kill them. Snip one tiny leaf at a time. Like I was afraid to hurt it. Now I know: Harvest more (within reason), herbs grow more. Basil is bushier because I snip weekly. Don’t be scared—herbs are tough.

Ignoring Aggressive Growers: Mint takes over if you let it. Planted in raised bed once. Spread to parsley and oregano—like a weed. Had to pull it all. Start over. Always plant mint in its own pot. Lemon balm too—contain it!

Conclusion: Enjoy the Fruits (And Leaves!) of Your Labor

Truth: You don’t need a green thumb for a great herb garden. You need a plan. And patience. Maybe willingness to mess up (I have—remember the dead rosemary? That was me).

Think about your space. Even a windowsill works. Pick herbs you’ll use. No more “cute” tarragon that sits. Put them where they’re happy. Sunny for basil. A little shade for mint. Water when thirsty. Trim when bushy. Don’t beat yourself up if one dies. I’ve killed plenty—more than I’ll admit.

My first herb garden was a disaster. Basil yellow. Rosemary dead. Mint took over. But I tried again. And again. Now? I have basil, mint, chives, rosemary, thyme. All happy. Use them weekly—fresh pesto, mint iced tea, rosemary roasted veggies. Not perfect. Some leaves brown. Mint pot cracked. But it’s mine. That’s the best part.

So grab a pencil. Sketch a quick plan. Doesn’t have to be pretty. Mine was messy lines and notes. Coffee stain on the corner. Grab pots, soil, herbs. Get your hands dirty. Your dream garden isn’t far. When you snip that first fresh basil sprig? Toss it in the pan. You’ll wonder why you didn’t start sooner.

What’s your favorite herb to grow? Do you have a layout in mind? Share in the comments—I’d love to hear!

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The Secret to a Thriving Herb Garden? It’s All in the Layout Plan (Promise—No Green Thumb Required)