Greek mountain tea is an aromatic and medicinal perennial plant developing low clumps (maximum 15 cm high) of hairy grey foliage and beautiful yellow flowers in May-June .

Greek mountain tea has been known for its medicinal properties since ancient times , but is also considered one of the best teas in Europe .

Hardy in well-drained soil (-10 to -15°C), requiring little watering or maintenance and tolerating poor soils and sunny exposures , it is perfectly suited to dry gardens and rockeries .

Its foliage and aromatic flowers , with a fresh, peppery scent , are harvested in May-June , then dried to be used in herbal tea .

How to successfully sow Greek mountain tea

Sow from March to May , under cover, at 20°C , in a well-drained substrate , on the surface, do not cover the seeds , keep moist . Emergence in 7 to 15 days .

Transplant into a pot when the plants are sufficiently developed.

Greek mountain tea plantation

Plant in open ground in warmed soil , from mid-May , or in autumn , 40 cm apart .

Greek mountain tea prefers poor , well-drained soils and sunny exposures .

Plant approximately 5 plants/m² .

It is also possible to plant Greek mountain tea in pots with a well-draining substrate .

Prune lightly in July after flowering .

Consume Greek mountain tea

Bring water to a boil and let it steep for about 5 minutes . The infusion can be drunk hot or cold .