Mediterranean Kitchen
The herbs that make Italian, Greek, and Provençal food taste like itself.
Basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, parsley. Five herbs that want sun, dry soil, and patience. Three are perennial — they come back every year.
What’s Included
| Herb | Count | Sprout Days | Harvest Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genovese Basil | 100 | 5-10 | 60 |
| Greek Oregano | 100 | 7-14 | 75 |
| Common Thyme | 100 | 14-21 | 90 |
| Rosemary | 25 | 14-21 | 90 |
| Flat-leaf Parsley | 100 | 14-21 | 75 |
Also included:
- Planting card with Mediterranean timeline
- Access to 290+ growing guides
- Automated email reminders
- 30-day germination guarantee
The 4 Promises
🌱 88% germination rate · 📖 Complete growing guides · 🔁 30-day reshipment · 📬 Automated reminders
Who It’s For
- You cook Italian, Greek, or Mediterranean food
- You have a sunny balcony or a south-facing window
- You want perennial herbs that come back
- You have some herb experience
Who It’s Not For
- You have no sunny spot (try Windowsill Kitchen Kit)
- You want fast results in 30 days
- You want 1-on-1 growing support (we don’t offer that)
Your 90 Days
| Day | Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Plant | Sow all 5 herbs |
| 5-10 | Sprout | Basil appears (fastest) |
| 10-14 | Sprout | Oregano, thyme |
| 14-21 | Sprout | Rosemary, parsley (slowest) |
| 45 | Harvest | Basil, parsley |
| 60 | Harvest | Oregano, thyme |
| 90 | Harvest | Rosemary (first usable sprigs) |
If It Fails
Seeds didn’t sprout? Reply with a photo. We reship once per variety within 30 days. Herbs dying? Check our Mediterranean herb guide. Overwatering is the #1 killer.
What Growers Say
“The oregano got stronger in year 2. I use it on everything.” — Anonymous
“Rosemary is slow, but it’s a shrub now. Worth the wait.” — Reader submission
Common Questions
What if I don’t have a sunny spot? These herbs need 6-8 hours of sun. If you can’t provide that, choose the Windowsill Kitchen Kit instead.
Which is easiest? Basil (fast, forgiving). Oregano and thyme are also easy once sprouted.
Which is hardest? Rosemary. Slow to germinate, sensitive to overwatering.
Are these perennial? Oregano, thyme, and rosemary are perennial in zones 7+. Basil and parsley are annual (parsley is biennial).
Can I grow these indoors? Yes, with 6+ hours of direct sun. Let soil dry between waterings.
Do they need fertilizer? Not much. Poor soil actually gives stronger flavor.
Related Reading
- Mediterranean Herb Garden Guide
- How to Grow Oregano
- Why Your Rosemary Is Dying
- How to Dry and Store Herbs
Learn as you grow
Everything behind this kit.
What you'll grow
- Lavender: The Fragrant Perennial for Pots and BordersLavender is a fragrant perennial herb that thrives in dry, sunny conditions. It's slow to grow from seed but lives for years. Excellent for containers and borders.
- Oregano: The Pizza Herb That Gets Better Every YearOregano is a perennial herb that thrives in dry, sunny conditions. Flavor intensifies with age. The essential herb for Italian and Greek cooking.
- Sage: The Perennial Herb for Stuffing and Brown ButterSage is a woody perennial herb with gray-green leaves and an earthy, slightly peppery flavor. It pairs with poultry, pork, and brown butter. Drought-tolerant and long-lived.
- Rosemary: The Woody Perennial That Survives DroughtRosemary is a woody perennial herb that thrives in hot, dry conditions. It's slow to grow from seed but lives for years. Excellent for containers.
- Thyme: The Drought-Tolerant Perennial HerbThyme is a low-growing perennial herb that thrives in dry, poor soil. It's one of the easiest herbs to grow and comes back every year.