Herb Seeds

The home garden isn’t complete without a go-to herb collection in arm’s reach. Many herbs such as oregano, catnip, chives, cilantro, and thyme can be started and kept indoors on a sunny windowsill where you can enjoy their fragrance. Others do well outdoors or on a side porch fresh dill, parsley, and basil. Our large selection includes over 100 varieties of organic, heirloom and open-pollinated herbs. A premier online supplier, Eden Brothers offers herb seed quantities by the packet or in bulk.

Best-Selling Herb Seeds

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    Lavender Seeds

    As fragrant as it is popular, the "True Lavender"

    Lavender Seeds

    As fragrant as it is popular, the "True Lavender"
    As Low As $4.99
    As Low As $4.99
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    Basil Seeds - Sweet Basil (common)

    Sweetest, most common variety in Italian cuisine

    Basil Seeds - Sweet Basil (common)

    Sweetest, most common variety in Italian cuisine
    As Low As $4.49
    As Low As $4.49
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    Cilantro/Coriander (Organic) Seeds - Long Standing

    Slow to bolt variety, must have for Asian and Mexican cooking

    Cilantro/Coriander (Organic) Seeds - Long Standing

    Slow to bolt variety, must have for Asian and Mexican cooking
    As Low As $6.29
    As Low As $6.29
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    Thyme Seeds

    Most cherished of all herbs with its bold floral and earthy flavor

    Thyme Seeds

    Most cherished of all herbs with its bold floral and earthy flavor
    As Low As $4.99
    As Low As $4.99
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    Chamomile Seeds - Roman

    Characteristically fruity and less bitter than the German variety

    Chamomile Seeds - Roman

    Characteristically fruity and less bitter than the German variety
    As Low As $6.09
    As Low As $6.09
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    Parsley Seeds - Italian

    Robust and fresh, flat leaves commonly used in cooking

    Parsley Seeds - Italian

    Robust and fresh, flat leaves commonly used in cooking
    As Low As $4.49
    As Low As $4.49
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    Chives Seeds (Common)

    Versatile, tasty, potato topping sun lover

    Chives Seeds (Common)

    Versatile, tasty, potato topping sun lover
    As Low As $4.49
    As Low As $4.49
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    Borage Seeds

    Must have addition to your vegetable garden as a pollinator attractor

    Borage Seeds

    Must have addition to your vegetable garden as a pollinator attractor
    As Low As $4.49
    As Low As $4.49
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    Lemon Balm Seeds

    Leaves are lemony and used for flavoring in salads, soups, and butter

    Lemon Balm Seeds

    Leaves are lemony and used for flavoring in salads, soups, and butter
    As Low As $4.79
    As Low As $4.79
  • main-collection-product-grid-clp hyssop

    Hyssop Seeds

    Spikes of violet blue flowers attract pollinators and sweeten honey

    Hyssop Seeds

    Spikes of violet blue flowers attract pollinators and sweeten honey
    As Low As $4.79
    As Low As $4.79
  • main-collection-product-grid-clp Spearmint

    Spearmint Seeds

    Prized for its spicy, citrus, minty taste

    Spearmint Seeds

    Prized for its spicy, citrus, minty taste
    As Low As $7.09
    As Low As $7.09
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    Chicory Seeds

    This lovely blue wildflower is said to have healing properties

    Chicory Seeds

    This lovely blue wildflower is said to have healing properties
    As Low As $4.49
    As Low As $4.49
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    Valerian Seeds

    Aromatic blooms used in perfume

    Valerian Seeds

    Aromatic blooms used in perfume
    As Low As $6.59
    As Low As $6.59
  • main-collection-product-grid-clp St. Johns Wort

    St. Johns Wort Seeds

    Multifaceted herb sought after by pollinators

    St. Johns Wort Seeds

    Multifaceted herb sought after by pollinators
    As Low As $5.79
    As Low As $5.79
  • main-collection-product-grid-clp Tarragon

    Tarragon Seeds

    Used raw or cooked in many classic continental dishes

    Tarragon Seeds

    Used raw or cooked in many classic continental dishes
    As Low As $4.99
    As Low As $4.99
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    Mint Seeds - Corsican Mini Mint

    Plant around pavers and enjoy the minty aroma

    Mint Seeds - Corsican Mini Mint

    Plant around pavers and enjoy the minty aroma
    $6.29
    $6.29

Grow the best culinary and medicinal herb seeds

Fresh herbs bring your culinary experiences from the solemn to the sublime. Savor their aroma, and delight in the subtle flavor that only fresh herbs can give a meal. With over 100 varieties of herb seeds to choose from, the herb garden of your dreams is only one seed order away from reality. Eden Brothers has all the essential culinary herbs, including oregano, parsley, basil, thyme, rosemary, sage, cilantro, chives, and dill—among many other lesser-known herbs.

Maybe you’re more interested in cultivating a medicinal garden—Eden Brothers has these seeds for you, too. Chamomile, chicory, echinacea, hyssop, lavender, lemon balm, marshmallow—the list goes on. Whether you’re looking for standard herbs or native forest botanicals, Eden Brothers has the largest collection of herb seeds around—you might even discover a few rare herbs that you’ve never even met!

Starting herbs from seed is easy and rewarding

Herb plant starts are commonly available at nurseries and garden centers, but growing herbs from seed is so much more rewarding! They provide a fresh supply of aromatic flavor and spice all season long. Purchasing herb seeds allows the gardener to cultivate those rare and specialty herb varieties that aren’t available just anywhere.

Starting herbs from seed is no different than starting other seeds. Some herbs, like basil and cilantro, can be direct sown after the average last spring frost in your area. Other herbs, like rosemary, sage, and thyme, are best started indoors, several weeks before the last frost.

To sow herb seeds, prepare a seed tray or pot with moist potting soil. A good rule of thumb when sowing seeds is to plant the seed twice as deep as the seed is big. Most herb seeds are small, so cover the seeds lightly with another layer of potting soil, just enough to allow some light to come through.

For quicker germination, you might want to place seed trays on a heat mat to raise the soil temperature to 70°F, which is optimal for most herb seeds. You might also consider topping the seed trays with a humidity dome to retain moisture in the flat. Bottom water the trays or mist lightly to water, to avoid spreading the seeds too much and potentially washing them away.

How to choose which herbs to grow

Dill, chives, sage, oregano, and mint are among the fastest-growing herbs but not all seeds germinate so fast. Be patient when planting your herb seeds, as some varieties may take a few weeks to germinate. Some herbs, like parsley and coriander, benefit from an overnight soak before planting. Other herbs, including thyme and lemon balm, need light to germinate—so be sure to cover these seeds only lightly with soil, or even better, cover these seeds with a light dusting of vermiculite, a horticultural material available at most garden supply stores.

Small-space gardening with herbs

Herb seeds are perfect for container gardens and indoor grow boxes. Some herbs are annuals, meaning that they germinate, grow, and flower in a single season. Heat-loving herbs like basil and cilantro will thrive in large pots on the porch or patio—so long as they get at least six hours of direct sunlight.

Other herbs like thyme and rosemary are perennial shrubs are content to be planted in the garden or container. Just be sure to keep them close at hand so you’ll be more motivated to use them often! Whether grown in a garden bed or container, a selection of delicious and medicinal herbs is always on standby to be used in cooking and for healing purposes. While colder climates will treat most herbs as annual, warmer climates can plant some herbs that will live year-round as a perennial.

Stumped on which herbs to buy for your herb garden? Eden Brothers’ bestselling Culinary Herb Seed Collection contains all the essential culinary and medicinal herbs, shipped right to your door. Starting herbs from seed has never been so easy! See exactly how to do it in our Herb Seed Planting Guide.