Thyme
Thyme serpolet
Serpoil thyme, also known as wild thyme, is an aromatic plant with many health benefits. Native to the Mediterranean, this plant is renowned for its pronounced flavour and its antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and digestive properties.In cooking, thyme is often used to flavour meat and fish dishes, grilled vegetables, sauces and marinades. Its lemony, slightly camphoraceous aroma goes perfectly with many Mediterranean recipes. It can also be used to flavour infusions and herbal teas.To grow thyme at home, it is best to sow it in spring, once the risk of frost has passed. The seeds can be sown in the open ground, in well-drained, sunny soil. It is important to be careful not to overwater thyme, as it prefers dry soil with little organic matter.Once thyme is well established, it is easy to care for. Simply prune regularly to encourage regrowth and protect it from frost in winter. Thyme is a perennial…
