Kentuckians have it lucky when it come to plant variety , particularly herb . The state ’s temperate climate , with its humid summers and cold wintertime , provides honorable grow opportunity . The U.S.D.A. Forest Service explains the Commonwealth enjoys four seasons and steady rainfall throughout each twelvemonth . The Appalachian Mountains also extend protection and change point of topography , most of which lie in U.S.D.A. hardiness Zone 6 , with some isolated region in Zone 5 . Kentuckians , therefore , have their plectrum when it comes to herbaceous plant refinement .

Dill

The Kentucky Herb Association says dill weed , with its eye - catching feathery plumage , is easy to grow and good for beginners . dill weed is a Kentucky annual that is well plant as seed in cool weather , before the last grueling frost . flora can reach up to three feet tall and like full sun . Fresh dill and seeds can be used to flavor dips , soup , fish and salads .

Sweet Basil

sweet-scented basil is an yearbook that can be fetch indoors during cold months for uninterrupted harvesting . The University of Kentucky Horticulture Department describes it as a good culinary herb for flavor tomato sauces and nitty-gritty , to make pesto and as a salad element . It can grow up to 2 feet and varies in color according to variety . It can also serve as an cosmetic plant .

Lavender

Beautiful in dried flower arrangements and bouquets , lavender is a perennial that is also used in sachets for its pleasing fragrance . It is even used in the preparation of some meals , especially desserts . This fairly woody industrial plant grows good in full sun and well - drain soil . Rocky piazza with lots of lime in the grunge are just lavender - grow location , according to West Virginia University Extension service .

Mint

An aggressive perennial , mint grows so well that it can become invasive . But its redolent leaf and flavor are favored for Camellia sinensis , salad and soup . The foliage also make good garnish because they do not easily wilt , the University of Kentucky Horticulture Department explains . controller mint by planting it in container in the ground or by cutting back ofttimes .

Purple Coneflower

This sturdy perennial , considered an herbaceous plant , grows prolifically in Kentucky . Also known as Echinacea , its daisy - like flush can also come in white-hot , chickenhearted and pink hues . This herbaceous plant tolerates long dry period well . The works also make good additions to wildflower gardens and as marvelous margin flowers , growing up to 3 base tall , according to Texas A&M University ’s Horticulture Department .

Thyme

Wooly and creeping thyme , both woody - stemmed perennial , enjoy Kentucky ’s climate . woolly thyme , which feature soft , furry leaves , turn less than an column inch tall but can pass around nearly 1 ½ invertebrate foot wide . It is not ideal for culinary use of goods and services , but it piddle a respectable natural covering works in rock garden . grovel thyme is edible and is often used as a seasoning , West Virginia University Extension Department of State . It grows up to 6 inches tall .

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