I would like to grow some small plants indoors during the cold months of Michigan.

Here in Oregon with the correct documentation you can legally grow all herbs lol!
What herbs do you like? This is a good start..... Caramel (sp) if you like the tea. Mint is good :0) If you have cats I bet they would like you to grow some cat nip....
We are thinking to put in a spot in the yard for next year with mint and some other herbs. We have a big tractor tire in the yard out back. Thinking this would make a good spot for the mint?

Celeriac, Bay Leaf, Fennel, Marjoram, Mint, Rosemary, Sage, Thyme, Tarragon, Lavender, Coriander, Oregano, Dill, Catnip, Lemonbalm

Mint
Cilantro