Juniper (Juniperus phoenicea)

Latin: Juniperus phoenicea English: Juniper Greek: Αρκευθος Turkish: Ardıç Phoenician juniper can be classed as a shrub or small tree reaching up to 8 meters in height. It’s most commonly known for it’s berries which are collected in Summer and can be eaten fresh. Juniper berries can be used as a spice in cooking and…

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)

Latin: Thymus vulgaris English: Common Thyme Greek: Θυμάρι Turkish: Kekik Thyme is a low lying herbaceous perennial, becoming more woody as it grows.  It likes hot, dry conditions and well draining soil.  Let the soil dry out between watering.  

Spearmint (Mentha)

Latin: Mentha English Spearmint Greek: Δυόσμος Turkish: Nane Growing Spearmint Like all plants in the mint family, spearmint does not play well with others and will spread enthusiastically around your garden or plot, if you let it. Keeping this aromatic herb in it’s own container will prevent this. If you want to give it some…