My daughter and I have enjoyed our herb garden tremendously. We built simple raised beds using reclaimed wood, compost, and the design and method suggested by the Pioneer Woman: http://thepioneerwoman.com/homeandgarden/2009/02/build-your-own-raised-flowervegetable-bed/ Notice we put them close to the compost pile, and used pine straw as mulch between the beds where mowing would be a hassle.
We planted Rosemary, Thyme, Basil, Oregano, Cilantro and Dill. (For the record, the dill came back from seed in year 2). The Rosemary and Thyme have survived this winter! We dried the extra herbs and put them into jars and have really enjoyed cooking savory warm stews and other comfort foods this wet dreary winter.
I thought that since you're all cooped up trying to stay dry and warm you might want to plan your herb garden. Most herbs like full sun. All herbs like well drained soil.
Here is a neat publication with drying tips as well as other suggested uses: http://www.uaex.edu/Other_Areas/publications/PDF/FCS460.pdf
Bon Appetit!
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