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.  

Parsely (Petroselinum crispum)

Latin: Petroselinum crispum English Flat Leaf Parsley Greek: Μαϊντανός Turkish: Maydanoz Growing Flat Leaf Parsely Good companion for tomatoes because it, along with carrots, parsnips and dill will attract praying mantises, ladybugs, and spiders. These are predators of the bugs that feed on tomatoes.

Aloe Vera

  Latin: Aloe vera (L.) Burm. f. English Aloe Vera Greek: Αλόη Turkish:   Aloe Vera dates back thousands of years – we’ve seen this plant make an appearance on the tombs of the ancient Pharoahs of Egypt!   Historically, this flowering succulent has been referred to as a member of the (Liliaceae)  lily family.  More recently it…