Thymus vulgaris, or common thyme, belongs to the Lamiaceae family. It is a perennial, hardy, well branched and low half-bush. Harvest the soft leaves and top shoots before the plant sets its small and bright violet flowers rich in nectar. The herb is used with almost any dish, from shellfish and game, to jam and fruit salad. Thyme origins from the countries surrounding the Mediterranean and was given its name in ancient times, meaning "soul" and "heart". Infusions with thyme has been drunk as a soothing tea for thousands of years, said to impart courage and strength and to be freed from nightmares and shyness. Thyme should grow in light, limey soil in warm and sunny places and should be renewed after a few years by seeds or cuttings to improve its taste.    

4000 seeds/g. One portion contains about 500 seeds.