31 Best Flowering Herbs for Pots and Gardens

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In this article, we will be covering some Best Flowering Herbs that you can grow for both taste and colorful display!

Here are some of the Best Flowering Herbs you can grow in both pots and gardens for a vivid display of colors!

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Best Flowering Herbs

1. Angelica

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Botanical Name: Angelica archangelica

USDA Zones: 4-9

This flowering herb produces striking clusters of tiny greenish-white or pale pink flowers atop tall, sturdy stems.

Here is How to Grow Angelica

2. Anise

Botanical Name: Pimpinella anisum

USDA Zones: 4-11

The herb produces clusters of delicate white flowers that bloom in mid to late summer. The flowers also attract pollinators like bees and butterflies to your garden.

Learn How to Grow Star Anise here

3. Agastache

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Botanical Name: Agastache foeniculum

USDA Zones: 4-10

Also known as hyssop or anise hyssop, Agastache produces spikes of small, tubular flowers in shades of pink, purple, and blue.

4. Asian Ginseng

Botanical Name: Panax ginseng

USDA Zones: 3-7

Asian ginseng, also known as Korean ginseng, is a popular flowering herb that grows to a height of about 2-3 feet, and produces small, greenish-yellow flowers.

Check out our article on growing Asian ginseng here

5. Bergamot / Bee Balm

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Botanical Name: Monarda

USDA Zones: 4-9

This flowering herb gets its common name from its highly attractive flowers in shades of pink, purple, and red, which are beloved by bees and other pollinators.

Here is How to Grow Bee Balm

6. Borage

Botanical Name: Borago officinalis

USDA Zones: 2-11

This flowering herb produces stunning star-shaped flowers in shades of blue and pink. Borage flowers are highly attractive to bees and other pollinators.

7. Catnip

Botanical Name: Nepeta cataria

USDA Zones: 3-9

It grows small clusters of delicate, lavender-colored flowers that are highly attractive to cats (hence the name).

Here is A to Z of Growing Catnip Indoors 

8. Chamomile

Botanical Name: Matricaria chamomilla

USDA Zones: 5-8

Another flowering herb that’s good for the mind and the soul, chamomile produces daisy-like flowers with white petals and yellow centers.

Check out Growing Chamomile in Pots here

9. Chives

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Botanical Name: Allium schoenoprasum

USDA Zones: 3-10

Chives are a perennial herb that produces small, purple, or pink flowers in the late spring or early summer. The flowers are attractive to bees and butterflies.

Check out Growing Chives In Pots & Its Care here

10. Comfrey

Botanical Name: Symphytum officinale

USDA Zones: 4-9

Comfrey is a perennial herb that produces clusters of bell-shaped flowers in shades of blue, pink, or white.

11. Dill

Botanical Name: Anethum graveolens

USDA Zones: 2-11

Dill is an annual herb that produces feathery green leaves and small yellow flowers in the summer. The flowers are attractive to beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies.

Here is Everything About Growing Dill in Pots

12. Dittany

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Botanical Name: Origanum dictamnus

USDA Zones: 5-10

Dittany produces pink to purple-colored blossom that grows in clusters at the top of the plant’s stem. It typically blooms in the summer months.

13. Feverfew

Botanical Name: Tanacetum parthenium

USDA Zones: 5-8

This plant belongs to the daisy family, and it also produces flowers like daisy. You can grow feverfew from seed or purchase it as a plant.

14. Fish Mint

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Botanical Name: Houttuynia cordata

USDA Zones: 3-8

The plant will begin to flower when it reaches maturity, usually after about 3-4 months of growth. It produces beautiful pink and white blooms.

15. Gentian

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Botanical Name: Gentiana lutea L.

USDA Zones: 4-7

Gentian is a herbaceous perennial that is known for its vibrant blue flowers. It can be propagated from seed or purchased as a plant.

We have a great article on pruning herbs here

16. Germander

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Botanical Name: Teucrium

USDA Zones: 5-9

Germander is a perennial shrub that produces purple-pink flowers. To care for the germander, water regularly and fertilize once a month during the growing season.

17. Hyssop

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Botanical Name: Hyssopus officinalis

USDA Zones: 4-9

This flowering herb produces beautiful purple blooms in clusters. To grow hyssop, remember that it prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.

18. Lavender

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Botanical Name: Lavandula angustifolia

USDA Zones: 5-10

We can’t talk about flowering herbs without mentioning the queen of them all: lavender. This herb produces stunning purple flowers that look great in any garden.

Learn all about How to Grow Lavender here!

19. Marjoram

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Botanical Name: Origanum majorana

USDA Zones: 9-11

Marjoram, a popular perennial herb, is also known as sweet marjoram. This herb produces small, pink, or white flowers that bloom in late summer.

Here is the Ultimate Guide to Grow Marjoram in Pots

20. Mint

Botanical Name: Mentha

USDA Zones: 3-8

There are many different varieties of mint, all of which produce small, delicate flowers in shades of white, pink, and purple.

Want to grow Mint indoors? Get the best tips here

21. Jacob’s Ladder

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Botanical Name: Polemonium

USDA Zones: 3-8

This herb produces clusters of delicate, bell-shaped flowers in shades of blue, pink, and white. It is often grown for its ornamental value.

22. Rosemary

Botanical Name: Rosmarinus officinalis

USDA Zones: 6-9

Rosemary is another herb that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. This flowering herb produces small blue or purple flowers that look lovely against its fragrant green leaves.

Read more about rosemary here.

23. Sage

Botanical Name: Salvia officinalis

USDA Zones: 4-10

Sage is a staple herb in many kitchens, but did you know it also produces pretty purple-blue flowers? It’s true! Sage flowers are small but mighty!

Check out Growing Sage In Pots here

24. Salad Burnet

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Botanical Name: Sanguisorba minor

USDA Zones: 4-8

This flowering herb produces clusters of small, red, or green flowers that bloom in late spring or early summer.

25. Thai Basil

Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora

USDA Zones: 4-11

Thai basil is a popular herb in Southeast Asian cuisine that has a sweet, licorice-like flavor.  You can also enjoy its beautiful pink flowers along with its fragrance.

26. Thyme

Botanical Name: Thymus vulgaris

USDA Zones: 2-10

This herb produces tiny pink or purple flowers that are so pretty. Thyme is a popular herb not only for cuisines but for medicinal purposes too.

Learn Growing Thyme in Containers here

27. Tribulus

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Botanical Name: Tribulus Terrestris

USDA Zones: 9-11

Tribulus is a flowering herb that is commonly used in traditional medicine systems like Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine. It produces spiny fruits and yellow flowers.

28. Vervain

Botanical Name: Verbena

USDA Zones: 8-11

This flowering herb produces clusters of small, delicate flowers in shades of pink, purple, and white. Verbena is loved for its striking beauty and its ability to attract pollinators.

29. Yarrow

Botanical Name: Achillea millefolium

USDA Zones: 3-9

This herb produces clusters of small, delicate flowers in shades of white, pink, and yellow. Yarrow is a member of the daisy family and is often grown for its ornamental value.

30. Holy Basil

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Botanical Name: Ocimum tenuiflorum

USDA Zones: 8-12

Holy Basil flowers are typically small, with a variety of colors ranging from white to purple. The flowers are bilaterally symmetrical and have a tubular shape.

Check out Care and Growing Holy Basil here

31. Purslane

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Botanical Name: Portulaca oleracea

USDA Zones: 9-11

Purslane flowers are typically small and can vary in color, including shades of yellow, pink, and sometimes white. The flowers have multiple petals and a prominent central cluster.

Here is How To Grow Purslane In Containers

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