I have great luck with several types of lavender plants. Have to be careful not to over water and to prune properly. I've had great luck with reseeding too. I think I've mentioned at least once that when the flowers wane I cut them off the plant and drag them in the dirt where I want new plants. This year I have about 50 new 2-3 inch plants in a 5x10 foot space. I'll have to dig and pot some of the up to thin out.
I planted French tarragon in the ground (shade) and it did well until we got the consistent heat. Maybe it's still alive at the root
The basic "Italian/French kitchen" herbs do pretty well in filtered light.
