Flowering Herbs

Anise

• Anise blooms yellow and white clusters of flowers in the spring and summer months. The foliage is dark green and this herb can grow up to 2 feet tall. Anise enjoys full sun and well-drained, nutrient-rich soils. Plant anise seeds 3 feet deep in the soil to accommodate its vast root system. Anise is used to flavor cookies and licorice.

Tuscan Blue Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis)

• Tuscan Blue Rosemary, also called (Rosmarinus officinalis) is another flowering herb that produces vibrant blooms. Bluish-purple blooms are seen throughout the spring and summer. This plant can reach heights of up to 6 feet. Blue Rosemary varieties enjoy full sun and well-drained, fertile soils. The foliage is green and grows upwards like a shrub. Plant this type of Rosemary in your garden with other herbs. This plant generally absorbs plenty of water from rainfall, but water it once per week if there is a drought

Lavender (lavandula angustifolia)

• Lavender, also called (lavandula angustifolia), has a very strong scent and lovely appearance. The stalks are long and slender, and tiny purple flowers grow in clusters on the stems. Some variations such as blue or different shades of purple are seen in this plant. This flowering herb enjoys well-drained soils and full sun. Plant lavender along the border of your front yard walking path or create a lavender garden in your backyard.