Thyme

Herb

Origin

Mediterranean.

Fun Fact

Thyme's name was derived from the Greek word 'thumus', or courage. In Medieval times, knights wore sprigs of Thyme on their armor as a sign of courage. The scent of Thyme was thought to give them strength in the midst of battle.

Taste Profile

Thyme is vastly earthy and a little bit sweet, with a slightly minty taste.

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Benefits

Use

Classic use example

In Mediterranean cuisine, Thyme is a popular seasoning for lamb dishes.

Italian spaghetti sauces rely heavily on Thyme to add a warm and earthy flavour in combination with other herbs.

Thyme is also a common component of the traditional tomato pizza sauce.

Special use example

Thyme is also used to flavor cheeses, legumes, and even teas.

Pairings

Red meat

Tomatoes

Potatoes

Goat cheese

How to harvest

Instructions:

●Cut the top half of plants (Harvesting Style 2).

● Remove yellow and dead leaves.

Days until first harvest

Yield per Basket per Week

Storage

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