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Herbs: quick crops

These crops are ready within about 60 days of planting: good for short seasons, succession sowing and impatient gardeners.

7 plants

Herbs

Basil

  • Ready in 30–60 days
  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a popular culinary herb that belongs to the mint family (Lamiaceae). Known for its fragrant leaves and vibrant…

Cilantro

  • Ready in 30–45 days
  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–11

Cilantro, also known as coriander, is an annual herb belonging to the Apiaceae family. Its scientific name is Coriandrum sativum. Native…

Dill

  • Ready in 40–60 days
  • Full sun
  • Moderate water

Dill (Anethum graveolens) is an annual herb belonging to the celery family (Apiaceae) and is widely cultivated for its culinary and…

Epazote

  • Ready in 45–60 days
  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 10–11

Epazote is a strongly scented herb grown for its leaves, which are used in Mexican and Central American cooking. It is usually an annual…

Lemon Verbena

  • Ready in 30–60 days
  • Full sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 9–11

Lemon verbena is a woody, deciduous herb grown for its intensely lemon-scented leaves. It originated in South America and is now…

Mint

  • Ready in 30–60 days
  • Part sun
  • Moderate water
  • Zones 3–9

Mint is a popular herb belonging to the genus Mentha, which encompasses around 25 species, with peppermint (Mentha × piperita) and…

Thyme

  • Ready in 30–60 days
  • Full sun
  • Low water
  • Zones 5–9

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) is a versatile, aromatic perennial herb belonging to the mint family (Lamiaceae). Originally native to the…