In medieval times Thyme was used in drinks and cordials, and because they were slightly intoxicating the herb came to be regarded as a symbol of courage and bravery. Common or garden Thyme is the aromatic evergreen perennial herb with small dark green leaves growing densely on short stalks along the woody stems. Another variety, lemon thyme has a lovely lemony flavour and scent and is particularly useful in cooking.
All thymes are very good bee plants and thyme honey is delicious.
Garden thyme can be grown from seed sown in spring, when the weather is mild. Established plants can also be divided in spring. The plant has creeping fibrous roots and needs room to spread. Thyme makes a fragrant ground cover. Thyme is a small herb and the stems, leaves and flowering tops are used in the home both fresh and dried.