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11 Heat-Loving Herbs for a Sunny Garden

Heat-loving herbs 



To create a sunny garden full of aromatic and delicious herbs, start growing with some of these 12 warm-climate herbs. Also, they are sure to add color and flavor to your garden. Plus, these herbs are easy to grow and care for, making them perfect for any sunny garden, especially if you don't have a green thumb! With the ease of growing and versatile uses, these herbs are a great place to start. From adding fresh herbs to your favorite recipes to creating a relaxing and aromatic outdoor space, these heat-loving herbs will delight your senses and enhance your gardening experience. In addition to their culinary uses, these herbs have many medicinal properties and are commonly used in herbal medicine. So, you get a beautiful and fragrant garden, but you also have access to various natural remedies.


1 Garlic Chives


Chives, a hardy perennial herb, has long and slender leaves with small purple flowers and thrive in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade. Although they are drought and heat-tolerant, regular watering is recommended.


2 Fennel



Growing fennel in full sun is highly recommended for an abundant harvest of this tasty herb. To ensure success, regular watering, and periodic fertilizing are essential, as well as timely harvesting. Enjoying the benefits of fennel cultivation is simple and satisfying.


3 Sage


This perennial herb thrives in full sun and well-drained soil and benefits from regular watering. It can be propagated by seeds or cuttings, and regular harvesting encourages new growth.


4 Parsley



To achieve an abundant harvest of delicious parsley, it is recommended to grow it in full sun. Proper site selection, soil preparation, and seed or seedling planting are essential, along with adequate irrigation and fertilization, and vigilant pest and disease management.


5 Cuban Oregano


A heat-tolerant herb often used in Mediterranean and Mexican cuisine, oregano thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, requiring regular watering.


6 Holy Basil



Holy basil, commonly known as tulsi, is an aromatic plant from the mint family that has a long history in Ayurvedic medicine. Thrives in sunny conditions, this plant benefits from long exposure to the sun, which promotes strong health and bushy growth.


7 Curry Leaves


Curry leaves are a favorite heat-tolerant herb while starting from seed is possible. You can grow them from cuttings or dividing an established plant is a more straightforward method.


8 Rosemary



A top-performing heat-tolerant herb, rosemary thrives in hot and dry environments, with needle-like leaves and a sturdy stem. Propagation is possible from seeds or cuttings and will grow tall if not pruned.


9 Tarragon


Tarragon is a straightforward plant to grow and is considered a low-maintenance herb. One of its advantages is that the leaves can be harvested at any time during the growing season, although it is necessary to avoid harvesting more than one-third of the plant at once.


10 Basil



Known for its fragrant and sweet leaves, basil is a beloved herb that thrives in full sun and warm climates, preferring well-drained soil and regular watering. Although it is an annual plant, it is known for its prolific growth.


11 Mint


Mint needs full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil to thrive. Given its aggressive tendencies, keeping it under control is important.

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