Most herbs survive the winter outdoors in our latitudes without any problems. Even sub-zero temperatures do not harm them. In particularly harsh locations, however, some Mediterranean immigrants are happy about light winter protection measures.
Most herbs are hardy
Winter protection for sensitive herbs
Curry herb, tarragon and some types of thyme and sage are best covered with an insulating layer of straw or leaves and spruce branches to protect them from frost and, above all, from the winter sun.
Overwinter herbs in the house properly
On the other hand, you have to admit exotics and a few cold-sensitive southern countries before the first frosts. These include rosemary, lemon verbena, laurel, scented geraniums, various types of fruit sage, basil and distinct tropical children such as ginger or turmeric. Most of them hibernate best in bright, cool rooms (e.g. in the conservatory, in the stairwell or in bright cellars) and are only watered very sparingly during this time. Tropical residents, on the other hand, can stay warm all year round.
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Evergreen subshrubs such as sage, thyme, hyssop or rue can also be harvested in winter - the frost does not spoil the aroma. Other herbs, on the other hand, can be cultivated on the windowsill.