Herbs

Basil

dislikes temperature changes

use leaves, whole, chopped, or ground

Chives

likes part sun to shade

use long slender leaves, flowers as an edible garnish

Cilantro (Coriander)

bolts in hot weather

use leaves whole or chopped  seed-coriander may develop

Dill

consistent watering and pruning

clip sprigs where they attach to main growing stem

Lovage

cut outside leaves

leaves & stalks taste like celery

Mint

confine to prevent spreading

leaves fresh or dried-mojitos ice drinks,

Oregano

flavour best after buds form but before flowering

leaves fresh or dried

Parsley

sun to shade easy to grow

use leaves fresh dried or frozen

Rosemary

grow in full sun to partial shade

water when soil is dry to touch

use whole sprigs or chop leaves for flavourful rubs

Sage

prefers dry soil

leaves fresh or dried

Tarragon

sun to partial shade well drained soil

leaves & stems fresh or dried

Thyme

full sun to partial sun

use whole sprigs for savory recipes