If you're short on space but still want a garden full of herbs, consider building an herb spiral—a compact raised garden bed. Here, our expert shares how to build an herb spiral, plus the benefits of having one.

If I had huge aspirations but a small outdoor space, the one thing I would build to guarantee the biggest return on investment would be an herb spiral. Herb spirals are beautiful, productive, righteous installations -- popular in permaculture circles, but little known in mainstream garden design. I think of my herb spiral as a one-stop culinary trip around the world. Its many microclimates allow me to grow native and exotic herbs fundamental to many ethnic cuisines, and all within a very…

How to create a space-saving spiral herb garden on your solution for Florida-Friendly gardening from the University of Florida's Center for Landscape Conservation and Ecology.

How to Build a Herb Spiral in 4 simple steps. This clever vertical garden design is a highly productive energy-efficient way to grow food & maximises space.

Pretty herb spiral!