A friend of mine recently asked how to grow thyme from seed indoors. She wanted to grow a couple of containers of thyme indoors to have fresh thyme on hand in the kitchen.
Although it will take a while before she has a plant she can harvest from, she wanted to try growing her own thyme plants from seed anyway.
Also, if you’re planning to plant multiple thyme herb plants into your garden, starting thyme from seed indoors to transplant into your garden is an economical way to go. Continue reading
Ever come across a recipe calling for bouquet garni, and you’re not quite sure what it is? Or every time you want to make a recipe calling for bouquet garni, you are off to the store to get the fresh herbs, or just decide to pass on the recipe? Then this article is for you 🙂
Here are my notes for growing thyme successfully. I hope these notes cover any questions you may have on growing this delicious versatile herb in your gardens 😄
Of the wide variety of thyme herbs available, there is a selection of low growing ground cover thymes that can withstand foot traffic, making them a delightful landscaping option.
Plant these thymes between flagstones, along walkways and anywhere you want to grow a low ground cover. Then enjoy the warm spicy scents these thymes release when brushed against or stepped on.
Groundcover thymes are also a great herb to grow in containers and hanging baskets, softly spilling over the sides of the container as they grow. Continue reading
Today I want to share with you my three must-have herbs. These are herbs I grow in my kitchen herb garden every year. Continue reading
Beef stew is wonderfully hearty and comforting meal in the winter. I love that I can fix it and forget it.
And having a stash of herbs in the freezer adds quick and easy flavours to the stew… Continue reading
I always love when I can combine function with beauty in the garden. And growing herb plants in my ornamental gardens does just that. Continue reading