Herb Library
Herb Grower's Library
Explore resources for 40+ herb crops. Learn more about herb production with in-depth resources on culture, succession planting, disease control, and variety selection.
Crop Resources Direct Seeding General Herb Growing Marketing & Profitability Season Extension Seed Starting Reference Documents Succession Planting
New & Recently Revised
Prospera® DMR Basil Comparison Chart
Herb Farming: Tips for Profitable Herb Sales
Hydroponic & Container Basil Guide: Production Advice & Variety Selection
Herb Culture Comparison Chart (Printable PDF)
Direct Seeding
- Direct-Seeding Guidelines from Hensley’s • How to Direct-Sow Your Seeds in the Garden or Field • Article
- Jang JP Series • Roller Trial Results | HERB Variety Cross-Reference Chart • XLSX
General Herb Growing
Marketing & Profitability
Season Extension
Seed Starting
- Guidelines for Starting Seeds Indoors: Tips & Troubleshooting Advice for Starting Healthy Seedlings • Article
- Indoor Seed-Starting Methods at Hensley’s Greenhouses : 3 Systems for Starting Professional-Quality Seedlings • Article
- Precision Vacuum Seeder Trials Results • Plate Recommendations for HERBS • Worksheet (XLSX)
- Soil Blocking: A Better Way to Start Seedlings • Article
Reference Documents
- Herb Culture • Comparison Chart (PDF)
- Seed Storage Guidelines • Charticle
- Planting Calculators & Tools • Interactive Tools
Succession Planting
Crop Resources
Angelica
Anise
Anise Hyssop
Basil
Bee Balm (Wild Bergamot • Monarda fistulosa)
Borage
Caraway
Catmint
Catnip
Chamomile
Chervil
Chives
Cilantro / Coriander
Cumin
Cutting Celery
Dandelion (Taraxicum officinale)
Dill
Echinacea
Fennel Leaf
Ginseng, American (Panax quinquefolius)
Goldenseal
Hyssop
Lavender
Lemon Balm
Lemon Grass: East Indian (Cymbopogon flexuosis)
Lovage
Marjoram
Mexican Mint Marigold
Mint
Mountain Mint
Oregano
Parsley
Saltwort
Savory
Shiso
Stevia
Thyme
Valerian
