Herb of the Year
The International Herb Association (IHA) designates the Herb of the Year. IHA began selecting the Herb of the Year in 1995.
International Herb Association designations for Herb of the Year:
1995 - fennel
1996 - monarda (bee balm)
1997 - thyme
1998 - mint
1999 - lavender (genus Lavandula)
2000 - rosemary (genus Rosemarinus)
2001 - sage (genus Salvia)
2002 - echinacea (genus Echinacea)
2003 - basil (genus Ocimum)
2004 - garlic (species Allium sativum)
2005 - oregano/marjoram (genus Origanum)
2006 - scented geraniums (genus Pelargonium)
2007 - lemon balm (Melissa officinalis)
2008 - calendula (Calendula officinalis)
2009 - sweet bay/bay laurel (Laurus nobilis)
2010 - dill (Anethum graveolens)
For HSA guides to current and past herbs of the year, see the Herbal Profiles & Guides section.