List of Non-Flowering Herbs

Parsley

• Parsley (Petroselinum crispum) is an herb with either curly or flat leaves that's widely used in culinary preparations. While classified as a biennial, parsley is commonly sown from fresh seed every year. Common parsley features dark green, curly leaves, while Italian parsley is a flat-leafed variety. Both types are high in iron and vitamins A and C. Parsley can be cultivated indoors in pots or as part of an outdoor summer garden.

Common Chamomile

• Common, or English chamomile (C. nobile Treneague), is a creeping variety of chamomile that grows to about 8 inches tall. This perennial, also called true or Roman chamomile, has a strong fragrance and will grow well as far north as Canada if mulched over the winter. It does best in full sun but will tolerate partial shade. This chamomile is often used to flavor baked goods and wines.

French Tarragon

• French tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus) is a non-flowering perennial herb grown chiefly for use in seasonings, salads and preparing flavored vinegar. French tarragon can only be grown from divisions or cuttings. It grows from 1 to 2 feet tall and features long, narrow leaves. When grown outdoors, this herb does best in areas of partial shade. It will survive cold winter climates well if the roots are protected. This herb can also be grown indoors.

Sage

• Sage (Salvia officinalis) is a shrublike, non-flowering herb used in a wide variety of meat dishes, gravies, breads and sauces. This perennial herb grows from 1 to 3 feet tall with 2- to 3-inch-long leaves bearing a soft, grayish covering on both surfaces. There are several varieties of sage, including purple-leaved, dwarf and variegated-leaved types. Sage can be grown indoors in a sunny window or outside in a sunny garden.