Thymus vulgaris |
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Common Thyme |
This perennial will grow 1' tall and 2' wide. It has gray green leaves with white or lilac flowers that bloom in spring and summer. Leaves can be used for seasoning.
Plant Type
Herb
Height Range
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half
Water
Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Mediterranean, Spanish
Accenting Features
Fragrance
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Lawn Substitute, Small Spaces, Medicinal
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water before 9:00 a.m. and after 6:00 p.m.
Limit watering to 3 days a week