Tithes for Plants Grown on the Balcony

Terumos and Maasros

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Question

Are spices and fruits such as strawberries grown on the home balcony subject to tithes?

Answer

Hello,

Spices are not subject to tithes.

Definition of a spice - not eaten by itself, only for flavor. [Excluding spices that are part of a salad or eaten as a vegetable in a dish].

Vegetables grown on the balcony are subject to tithes.

If the balcony is covered - tithes are separated without a blessing. If it is not covered - tithes are separated with a blessing.

Source

Rambam, Terumot, Chapter 5

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