We just harvest the perennial herbs 'as we need them' and that tends to keep them nicely pruned, and fresh-growing, rather than getting woody, which also keeps them healthier. But it does depend on how often you use fresh herbs from your garden in your cooking. If you don't use them regularly, trim them to shape anyway, and that will keep them healthy and productive.
With fresh herb plants and sprigs SO expensive to buy, it's worth taking the time and trouble with them. Ask your neighbours if they'd like a few sprigs. Chuck herbs in your stockpots, soups, gravies, casseroles, on your roasts and roasted vegetables....... |