You can choose to plant annuals, perennials, or both. Just be sure you know which plants will die off at the end of the season.
[header] How to grow herbs outdoors [title] Decide if you want annuals or perennials. [step] Annual plants only bloom for 1 season and include herbs such as anise, dill, coriander, basil, and chervil. Perennial plants come back each season, such as herbs like mint, tarragon, fennel, and chives.