Collection: Herb Seeds

Grow fresh herbs at home with our range of herb seeds for pots, balconies, rooftops and garden beds. Homegrown herbs can provide fresh leaves, familiar kitchen flavours and fragrant plants without requiring a large outdoor space.

This collection includes quick cool-season herbs, warm-season basil varieties, moisture-loving plants and slower herbs for sunny pots. Choose according to the herb’s season, final size and watering needs. Coriander and Fenugreek grow quickly in mild weather, while Basil and Lemongrass prefer warmth. Rosemary, Thyme, Oregano and similar herbs need more patience and soil that drains quickly.

Choose Herbs

Start with herbs you already use, then add varieties that suit the same season and growing conditions. The table below groups herbs by practical care rather than listing the complete product range.

Kitchen Herbs

Coriander or Dhania (دھنیا) is one of the most useful herbs for Pakistani home gardens. It grows well in wide containers where several plants can develop together. The collection includes Desi and F1 options in small packets as well as larger quantities.

Kasuri Methi (قصوری میتھی) produces aromatic leaves that can be used fresh or dried. It grows quickly during cool weather and fits easily into pots, planters and small beds.

Dill or Soya (سویا) develops fine leaves on upright stems. Celery, also known as Ajmod or Karafs (اجمود/کرفس), needs milder conditions and steadier moisture. Its small seeds are easier to observe in a tray before the seedlings are moved.

Garlic Chives form narrow leaves with a gentle garlic flavour. Established plants can provide fresh leaves again after light cutting when healthy growth is left near the base.

Basil Types

Basil seeds perform best in warm weather with direct sunlight and regular watering. Different basil types have their own leaf colour, aroma and kitchen use.

Italian Basil develops broad green leaves commonly used in sauces, salads and fresh garnishing. Thai Basil has narrower leaves with a stronger aroma suited to Southeast Asian dishes. Dark Opal Basil develops deep purple leaves that add colour to herb pots and fresh dishes.

Niazbo (نیازبو) is the familiar fragrant Sweet Basil grown in many Pakistani homes. It belongs to the wider basil group but is not the same named type as Italian Basil.

Tulsi (تلسی), also called Holy Basil, develops into a branching aromatic plant. It may continue for more than one season in warm, frost-free areas. In colder regions, gardeners may need to start it again after winter.

Mint Types

Spearmint and Peppermint are related but have different aromas. Spearmint has a softer, sweeter mint character, while Peppermint provides a stronger cooling sensation.

Both can spread through their roots after becoming established. Keeping Mint in its own pot makes it easier to control and prevents it from crowding slower herbs.

Mint appreciates steadier moisture than Rosemary, Thyme or Lavender. Morning sunlight with some protection from severe afternoon heat can help the leaves remain fresh during hot weather.

Lemon Balm belongs to the mint family and produces soft leaves with a lemon-like fragrance. It also spreads as it matures and benefits from a separate container.

Lemongrass grows as a widening clump of long leaves. It needs more room than compact herbs and is better suited to a large pot or grow bag.

Sunny Herbs

Rosemary gradually develops into a woody, branching plant. It prefers direct sunlight, airflow and a loose growing mixture that begins drying near the surface between watering.

Thyme remains lower and forms many small leaves along fine stems. Oregano develops branching stems with small oval leaves, and its flavour becomes stronger after drying.

Marjoram, also known as Marwa or Marzanjosh (مروا/مرزنجوش), produces soft aromatic leaves with a milder flavour than Oregano. It suits individual herb pots and sunny planters.

Lavender combines fragrant foliage with flower spikes and needs bright sunlight with fast drainage. Rosemary, Thyme, Oregano, Marjoram and Lavender should not share a frequently watered container with Mint, Celery or Lemon Balm.

Specialist Herbs

Some herbal seeds in this collection are less familiar in Pakistani home gardens. Angelica becomes much larger than common pot herbs and needs a roomy position. Valerian produces leafy growth followed by taller flowering stems under suitable conditions.

Hyssop develops upright flower spikes, while Ruta Rue forms divided blue-green leaves. Keep specialist herbs in separate, clearly labelled containers so they are not confused with everyday kitchen plants.

These plants have different traditional and garden uses. Check the exact plant identity and intended use before consuming any leaves, flowers, roots or seeds. Do not use a general collection description as guidance for preparing specialist herbs.

Sowing Time

In Lahore, Faisalabad, Islamabad and Rawalpindi, sow Coriander, Fenugreek, Dill, Celery, Chamomile, Garlic Chives, Rosemary, Thyme, Oregano, Marjoram, Tarragon and Lavender from September through November.

Start Italian Basil, Thai Basil, Dark Opal Basil, Niazbo, Tulsi and Lemongrass from February through April. Another warm-season sowing may begin during July and August as the most severe summer heat starts easing.

In Karachi, start cool-season and mild-weather herbs from October through December. Basil, Tulsi and Lemongrass can be started from August through October and again from January through February.

In southern Punjab, October and November suit Coriander, Fenugreek, Dill and slower mild-weather herbs. Sow warm-season Basil, Tulsi and Lemongrass during February and March, with another opportunity during July and August.

In colder northern and hilly areas, sow cool-tolerant herbs from August through October or from March through April. Start Basil, Tulsi and Lemongrass after the risk of hard frost has passed.

Mint and Lemon Balm can be started during mild weather. Protect small seedlings from severe heat and give slower herbs enough time to establish before extreme summer or winter conditions arrive.

Starting Seeds

1. Fill a labelled seedling tray, small pot or final planter with loose seed-starting mix.
2. Sow fine seeds such as Thyme, Celery, Lavender and Chamomile shallowly with only a light covering.
3. Plant larger seeds at the depth stated on their individual product pages.
4. Water gently and maintain even moisture during germination.
5. Move tray-grown seedlings after several true leaves appear and the roots hold the growing mixture together.

Coriander, Fenugreek and Dill can be sown directly in their final containers. Spread the seeds across the surface with enough room for the seedlings to develop.

Basil, Celery, Rosemary, Thyme, Oregano, Lavender and other fine-seeded herbs are easier to monitor in separate tray cells. Some slower herbs may take longer to germinate, so keep every tray labelled.

Pots and Beds

Coriander, Fenugreek and Dill grow well in wide planters approximately 6 to 8 inches deep. Their seedlings can be arranged across the container instead of keeping only one plant in each pot.

Thyme, Oregano, Marjoram and Garlic Chives can begin in pots around 8 to 10 inches wide. Basil, Chamomile and Celery benefit from containers around 10 to 12 inches wide.

Keep Spearmint, Peppermint and Lemon Balm in separate pots approximately 10 to 14 inches wide. Move them into larger containers when roots fill the available space or the soil begins drying unusually quickly.

Rosemary and Lavender need containers around 10 to 14 inches wide with drainage holes. Lemongrass develops a larger clump and benefits from a pot or grow bag around 14 to 18 inches wide.

Plant Care

• Sunlight: Provide approximately five to eight hours according to the selected herb.
• Soil: Use a loose growing mixture with drainage and organic matter.
• Watering: Match moisture to the herb instead of watering every container together.
• Feeding: Apply compost or balanced plant food lightly during active growth.
• Airflow: Leave space around dense leaves and branching stems.
• Pests: Check soft new growth for aphids, whiteflies, mites and caterpillars.

Coriander, Fenugreek, Dill, Basil and other leafy herbs appreciate steady moisture during active growth. Rosemary, Thyme, Oregano and Lavender prefer the upper soil layer to begin drying before the next watering.

Browse the collection to buy herb seeds online in Pakistan for kitchen gardens, pots, balconies, rooftops and home garden beds.

Find More

Explore microgreen seeds when you want young edible stems and leaves, or browse vegetable seeds for full-sized home garden plants.

Start fine herb seeds online in clean seedling trays with a loose potting mix, then move established plants into suitable pots or grow bags.

FAQs

Can spice seeds be planted?

Seeds sold as kitchen spices may be old, heat-treated, damaged or unsuitable for sowing. Germination can therefore be unreliable. Use seeds packed for planting when you want to start an herb garden.

Why are seedlings falling?

Small herb seedlings may fall over when the growing surface remains too wet, airflow is poor or plants are overcrowded. Use clean seed-starting mix, water gently and provide bright light after germination.

Why does Basil flower early?

Heat, plant maturity and missed picking can encourage Basil to form flower spikes. Cut the tip above a healthy pair of leaves to encourage side branches. Leaving some flowers is also acceptable when leaves are not the only purpose.

Can herb flowers remain?

Yes. Chamomile, Lavender, Basil, Thyme and other herbs can be allowed to flower. Their flowers may attract bees and other visiting insects. Flowering can reduce new leaf growth in herbs mainly grown for repeated leaf picking.

How are herbs dried?

Collect clean leaves when they are dry, remove damaged material and spread them in a thin layer in a shaded place with airflow. Store them only after they are fully dry to reduce the chance of moisture building inside the container.