The 15 Best Indoor Herb Gardens, According to Tests and Reviews

If you have a reputation for being a plant killer, add this model to your cart ASAP. It does all the hard work for you. With built-in LED lights and a self-watering system, all you have to do is plug it in and watch your garden grow. A few other features that put this model at the top of our list: lamp extensions so you can adjust the light height as your plants grow, a water light indictor so you know when to refill (usually after 2 to 3 weeks), and last but not least, there's no electric pump so it silently waters your plants. One happy reviewer says, "So far, I’m really happy with this click and grow system! Really easy to set up, sleek design, great on the countertop or on a shelf. The basil started sprouting in just a few days. My plan is to get several more!"

This is the most expensive indoor herb garden on the list, but for good reason. House Beautiful Creative Director Nicolas Neubeck has been using The Rise Garden in his own home for nearly a year now, and he is such a big fan that we named it one of the best products of 2023. "It's super easy to use and the app gives you all the instructions on when to water, feed, and harvest your plants," Neubeck says. "With the two garden levels I’m able to pull a small salad from the garden every day. My daughter has even started pulling herbs and vegetables herself. I had the best luck with greens and herbs, less so with tomatoes and other fruits." If you're worried that it may attract bugs or pests, Neubeck assures us it's bug-free.

"During my research for this particular story, I stumbled upon this indoor herb garden and fell in love with it so much that I ended up buying it," Associate Editor Jessica Cherner admits. "It is a bit bigger than it may look in this photo, so if you're short on counter space, you may want to stick it somewhere else, like a windowsill. That said, what it lacks in compactness it makes up for in elegance. The way the herbs kind of spill over the edges looks so natural and gorgeous. Not to mention, it smells incredible!"

This self-watering option allows you to grow up to eight herbs at a time, making it the ultimate pick for big families or avid chefs. As you may have gathered, it takes up quite a bit of space, so this is not exactly ideal for smaller kitchens. One reviewer says, "This was so easy to set up and use. I germinated the seeds like recommended and within days I have herbs growing. I do not have a green thumb, so I’m very excited that this has worked so well."

This famed Umbra triple hanging planter makes a great home to many plants—delicious ones, might we add. Because you can attach it to pretty much any wall or window, it doubles as art. One of the thousands of five-star reviews goes on to say, "Love this hanging planter. It is lightweight and was easy to install. The rod can be adjusted to a shorter length if desired and there is plenty of rope to adjust the hanging height of the pots. The pots can easily be removed for watering."

Take your dishes to another level with herbs and microgreens. Designed with a hydroponic watering system, it helps seedlings grow to full-size plants within a matter of days and includes three pre-seeded two-ounce microgreen pads of nutritious superfood, nutrient-rich greens. Here's how it works: Place three of the included microgreen pads in their designated areas, pour in water, and press the only button on the contraption. There's no soil or sunlight required.

If you want to grow a whole host of herbs, here's a 34-piece kit that comes with everything you'll need for delicious dishes, from cilantro and thyme to basil and oregano. It's also so easy to use. One reviewer even says, "I loved how easy it was to grow my herbs. Everything popped up nice and quick and tasted delicious!"

Add a modern farmhouse upgrade to your kitchen with these mason jar herb gardens. They use a passive hydroponic system that ensures your plants get enough nutrients and moisture. In other words, you don't need a green thumb to use it.

Is it just us or does this grow garden look like something from the future? Whether it's the sleek chrome body or the extremely bright LED lighting that keeps the plants thriving, we're not entirely sure, but it deserves a spot on our list. It's also a great choice for beginners because it's highly easy to use. It even has a vacation mode setting for when you're traveling, so your herbs stay fresh no matter where you are or how long you'll be gone. One reviewer says, "[it] has transformed my indoor gardening experience. With its sleek design and efficient LED grow lights, it has provided an effortless way to grow herbs and vegetables right in the comfort of my own home."

A bestseller on Amazon, this 12-pod customer favorite is highly rated among plant lovers. The garden has a clear water level indicator, an adjustable LED light panel, and a fan! All of this for under $70 is a major win. One reviewer says, "Have been using this for six months. It works well. No issues. Connects to my phone via their app. Plants grow well. You can set your on and off times. The food that came with it works well."

In addition to herbs, you'll be able to grow your own produce with this Rise Gardens masterpiece. Thanks to its self-watering capabilities, it couldn't be any easier. Plus, look at all of the goodies included, such as a pH balancing solution and plenty of nutrients. Did we mention there's no assembly involved? One reviewer adds, "The system comes fully assembled and ready to go. It's very sturdy and well-built compared to other brands made of cheap plastic. It's also beautiful/stylish. I love it!"

Sleek ceramic planters make a vertical garden ultra-chic and small-space friendly. It's great for herbs, or even succulents and trailing plants, as seen here. If this review doesn't convince you to buy this gorgeous find, we don't know what will: "I typically don’t leave reviews unless I get an offer for a gift card or something (I know that’s awful), but this is too cute not to write about. My unpaid and unprompted review is that this came packaged beautifully. It’s very nice quality and it’s just so cute!"

The Back to the Roots kit comes with everything a new gardener needs, from biochar soil and seeds (basil and mint) to recipes and more. The best part though is the included Ayesha Curry recipe book. One of the five-star reviews also offers a tip: "After soaking your soil and placing your seeds, put a popsicle stick in the middle of the can, then cover with plastic wrap over top and secure with a rubber band. This creates a greenhouse effect and my seeds sprouted in a couple of days."

This aquaponic tank is a closed-loop ecosystem in which the fish fertilizes the herbs, and the plants clean the fish's water. Everybody wins, if you ask us. Also, it's a fun and different approach to having a pet. Sadly, the fish isn't included. One reviewer notes, "The AquaFarm met and exceeded my expectations! I was originally just looking to purchase a simple fish bowl to house a Betta fish for my 2-year-old daughter. My husband and I opted to get the AquaFarm because we felt that it would be a great teaching tool for our daughter and we knew we would enjoy an herb garden."

We have a weakness for blue and white pottery, hence this set of ceramic planters, which comes with a matching tray. They're hand-painted and the rich hues are inspired by the Ming dynasty. Plus, even though they look delicate, they're durable enough for indoor and outdoor use.