Oregano and marjoram

Penny Woodward says that oregano comes into its own at this time of year.

Hyssop highlights

Hyssop, says Penny Woodward, attracts bees and butterflies and dispels the ‘nits and itchings of the beard’!

Drought-tolerant herbs to grow

Dryness intensifies the scent and flavour of these herbs, explains Penny Woodward.

Grow culantro… and no, that is not a typo!

This long-leafed coriander is worth growing in all climates says Penny Woodward.

Mustardy marvel

The sharp lemony flavour with hot peppery aftertaste make this mustard a winner, writes Penny Woodward.

Edible and useful salvias

Volatile oils in the leaves give salvias their scent and flavour explains Penny Woodward.

Salute to saffron

Saffron's stigma is worth its weight in gold, explains Penny Woodward. 

The virtuous bay

Plant a bay, says PENNY WOODWARD, it's one of the most useful trees you can grow.

Savoury sage

Sage advice: used in medicine and cooking, it's well worth growing in your garden, writes Penny Woodward.

It’s time for thyme

Ground-cover thymes can be tough and versatile in the garden, says PENNY WOODWARD.

The best of basil

There's more than one basil for your kitchen garden, writes PENNY WOODWARD.

Shady herbs

PENNY WOODWARD suggests some shade-loving herbs for those difficult positions. 

Turmeric is just the tonic

Turmeric is a cure-all plant that is easy to grow in all but the coldest regions, says PENNY WOODWARD.

Make a bouquet garni

Add a bunch of flavour to your winter soups and stews with PENNY WOODWARD'S tips for beautiful bouquet garni.

Crazy for coriander

PENNY WOODWARD says versatile coriander deserves a place in every garden.