When to harvest herbs?

[Gryfon]

I want to get some in to dry sometime before winter but I was wondering when the best time was. Most of them are in flower at the moment, which is very pretty but I'm wondering whether I should still harvest them then!

Any tips would be great

[Earthbabe]

Hi Rachel

For best results they should be harvested before they flower although with most the flowers are also edible. Thyme and sage should still be ok but oregano/marjoram not so good. If you have lemon balm try cutting it back and then dry any second growth. You won't get much from this one but boy what a scent. I often find I have to cut lemon balm and mint back as the caterpillars get to them before I do.

[Gryfon]

Ok thanks! When the oregano and majoram have finished flowering should I be alright to get them then?

Will try to remember next year as well and get them harvested before they flower.