Spiral garden

DIY Spiral Herb Garden

If you're short on space but still want a garden full of herbs, consider building an herb spiral—a compact raised garden bed. Here, our expert shares how to build an herb spiral, plus the benefits of having one.

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If I had huge aspirations but a small outdoor space, the one thing I would build to guarantee the biggest return on investment would be an herb spiral. Herb spirals are beautiful, productive, righteous installations -- popular in permaculture circles, but little known in mainstream garden design. I think of my herb spiral as a one-stop culinary trip around the world. Its many microclimates allow me to grow native and exotic herbs fundamental to many ethnic cuisines, and all within a very…

How to create a space-saving spiral herb garden on your solution for Florida-Friendly gardening from the University of Florida's Center for Landscape Conservation and Ecology.

Learn how to build an herb spiral garden with our step-by-step DIY guide. Maximize space and create microclimates for herbs like basil, thyme, rosemary, and mint. Perfect for any garden size, start growing fresh herbs in a beautiful spiral design today.