Lots of Herbs for my garden

Stevia
does not tolerate temperatures below 45ºF
Stevia stem cuttings root easily without hormones, but only under long day conditions. A fluorescent shop or plant growth light both work well. Leave the light on 14 to 16 hours per day, 5 to 9 inches above the cuttings.

Use dried, powdered leaves as a substitute for sugar. One tablespoon of stevia or less is equivalent to about 1 cup sugar. liquid sweetener is made by pouring 1 litre boiling water over 1 tablespoon dried leaves and leaving to infuse. Refrigerate and use within a few days or freeze for later. To make a syrup, place 4 teaspoons dried powdered leaves in a saucepan with 2 cups water, simmer slowly for 10-15 minutes. Cool and refrigerate. A teaspoon of Vitamin C powder may be added to act as a preservative.

Sweet Basil
Annual
height of 1-2 ft
propagate by cuttings

To store, place the cut basil sprigs in water and keep them on the windowsill. Or layer between sheets of waxed paper and freeze. You can also fill ice cube trays with chopped basil, and then cover with water and freeze. Basil ice cubes are great for soups and stews. Basil leaves have the best flavor just before the plant flowers, and if you plan to preserve some of your basil or make a big batch of pesto, this is the best time to harvest.

Pesto Recipe
3 C Basil Leaves
3 Tbs Walnuts
2 Cloves Garlic
1/2 Cup Parmesan cheese
1/2 C Olive Oil
Salt to taste

Cilantro
propagated by division or cuttings
Leaves most fragrant on a dry day before noon just before plants bloom

Sage
Perennial zone 5
height 2-3ft
propagated from cuttings, divisions
does not tolerate poorly drained soils or excessive watering

For drying, wait until after the plants have grown back after pruning blooms. Wash the plants in the garden with a fine spray of water the night before; and the next morning cut stems as long as possible without cutting into old wood. Hang these in bunches of three of four in your basement. Once they are dry strip the leaves and seal in an airtight container out of direct light.

Thyme
perennial zone 5
height 12 inches
well-drained light soil, it should not be too rich in nutrients which will only make the plant 'leggy' and loose its compact shape

Oregano

perennial zones 4 to 10
height 2ft
propagate by cuttings or division. Divide plants every couple of years, or they get woody and unproductive.

To dry hang oregano upside down in a dark, dry place. It dries very fast and retains most of its aroma and flavor. Discard stems, and store crisp leaves in airtight, light-tight containers.