Looking to grow something beyond the usual basil and mint? These underrated yet flavorful herbs grow well indoors and offer exciting culinary and wellness benefits. With a sunny window and a bit of care, you can enjoy fresh herbs all year without stepping outside.
From exotic lemon verbena to soothing stevia, these unique picks will elevate your indoor herb garden—and your meals.
Lemon Verbena
This fragrant herb has a bright citrus aroma and pairs well with teas, desserts, and marinades. It loves sunlight and needs well-drained soil to thrive indoors.
Stevia
Want a natural sugar substitute? Stevia's sweet leaves can be used fresh or dried to sweeten drinks and baked goods. It needs a warm, sunny spot to grow indoors.
Vietnamese Coriander (Rau Ram)
Spicier and more heat-tolerant than traditional cilantro, Vietnamese coriander grows well in pots and brings a peppery punch to Southeast Asian dishes.
Shiso (Perilla)
A staple in Japanese and Korean cooking, shiso has a unique flavor—somewhere between mint and basil. It thrives in partial sun and can be harvested frequently.
Bay Laurel
Yes, you can grow your own bay leaves indoors! This slow-growing herb prefers bright light and can be pruned to stay compact for indoor pots.
Marjoram
Milder and sweeter than oregano, marjoram thrives in a sunny window. It adds depth to soups, sauces, and stuffing.
Curry Leaf
Not to be confused with curry powder, this fragrant leaf is essential in Indian cuisine. It needs warmth, sunlight, and a well-draining pot to grow indoors.
Mexican Tarragon
A sun-loving herb with an anise-like flavor, it’s a great alternative to French tarragon and grows beautifully in indoor containers.
Fenugreek
Grown both for its flavorful leaves and seeds, fenugreek is easy to sprout and makes a nutritious addition to curries, teas, and salads.
Lovage
This celery-flavored herb grows tall but can be trimmed to fit on a windowsill. Both the leaves and stems are edible and great in soups.
Sorrel
Sorrel has a tangy, lemony flavor and is perfect in salads, sauces, and soups. It’s cold-hardy and does well in bright, indirect light.
Why settle for the same old herbs when you can grow these flavorful, often-overlooked varieties indoors all year? With a little light and love, your kitchen can be home to an herb garden that’s anything but ordinary.
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