Cochise County Master Gardeners

Herbs have a long history of use by humans for medicinal, cosmetic, and culinary purposes. Consumption of herbs and spice has recently doubled, providing new opportunities for products and markets. Herbs include plants from many different families, which all have their own cultural requirements. Herbs are grown for a wide variety of products or purposes including food products, potted plants, decorative or edible flowers, essential oils, spices, teas, dyes, cosmetic products, and health products. Some of the more popular fresh culinary herbs include basil, cilantro, mint, rosemary, thyme, sage, parsley, dill, arugula, chives, oregano, lemon balm, tarragon, and marjoram.