🌿 Herbs for SEQ

21 plants suited to South East Queensland's subtropical climate

Culinary and medicinal herbs for SEQ gardens. From basil and coriander to native bush tucker herbs.

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🌿 Basil
65 days · 25cm · Full sun · beginner
Friends: Tomato, Capsicum, Oregano
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🌿 Bay Laurel (Pro)
365 days · 200cm · Full sun · beginner
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🌸 Chamomile
60 days · 20cm · Full sun · beginner
Friends: Brassicas, Onion, Lettuce
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🌿 Chives
75 days · 15cm · Full sun · beginner
Friends: Carrot, Tomato
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🌿 Coriander
50 days · 15cm · Part shade · intermediate
Friends: Spinach, Dill
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🌿 Curry Leaf (Pro)
365 days · 200cm · Full sun · beginner
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🌿 Dill (Pro)
60 days · 25cm · Full sun · Beginner
Friends: Cabbage, Onion, Corn
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🌿 Galangal
300 days · 60cm · Part shade · beginner
Friends: Chilli, Lemongrass
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🌿 Lemon Myrtle (Pro)
365 days · 300cm · Full sun · beginner
Friends: Native plants, Finger lime
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🌿 Lemon Verbena
90 days · 100cm · Full sun · beginner
Friends: Tomato, Beans
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🌾 Lemongrass (Pro)
180 days · 80cm · Full sun · Beginner
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🌿 Mint
70 days · 30cm · Part shade · beginner
Friends: Cabbage, Tomato
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🌿 Mountain Pepper (Pro)
730 days · 200cm · Part shade · intermediate
Friends: Native plants, Finger lime
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🌿 Oregano (Pro)
90 days · 30cm · Full sun · Beginner
Friends: Capsicum, Tomato
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🌿 Parsley
80 days · 20cm · Part shade · beginner
Friends: Tomato, Carrot
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🌿 Rosemary
180 days · 60cm · Full sun · beginner
Friends: Sage, Carrot
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🌿 Sage
75 days · 50cm · Full sun · beginner
Friends: Rosemary, Brassicas, Carrot
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🌿 Shiso (Perilla)
50 days · 30cm · Part shade · beginner
Friends: Eggplant, Tomato
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🌿 Thyme
120 days · 30cm · Full sun · beginner
Friends: Cabbage, Strawberry
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🌿 Vietnamese Coriander
40 days · 30cm · Part shade · beginner
Friends: Chilli, Eggplant
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🌿 Vietnamese Mint (Pro)
60 days · 30cm · Part shade · Beginner
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Frequently Asked Questions

What herbs grow well in South East Queensland?

South East Queensland's warm climate is ideal for growing herbs year-round. Basil, coriander, parsley, chives, lemongrass, and mint all grow well. Tropical herbs like curry leaf, lemon myrtle, and Vietnamese mint also thrive. Most herbs prefer well-drained soil and regular harvesting to stay productive.

When should I plant herbs in Brisbane and SEQ?

The best planting times for herbs in South East Queensland depend on the specific crop. Each plant listed above includes a month-by-month sowing calendar showing exactly when to plant. Some herbs suit the cooler dry season while others thrive in the warm wet months.

What companions work well with herbs in SEQ?

Each plant listing above includes recommended companion plants. Companion planting improves pollination, deters pests, and makes better use of garden space. In South East Queensland, pairing vegetables with herbs and flowers is particularly effective for managing subtropical pests.