With ideas galore, this kitchen garden definitely raises the bar. We hope you will borrow a few of them and grow some goodness for yourself. Whether in containers just outside the door or in an elegantly designed garden such as this, just-picked produce is a luxury that should be enjoyed by all.

Note: This information was provided by the landscape designer. We did not verify the plant information.

photo: Mint and other spreading herbs will not take over your beds when planted in pots sunken in the ground.

"Backyard Treasure" is from the April 2008 issue of Southern Living.