So growing Thyme requires a few simple things, Heat & Dry Conditions. It requires routine fertilizer and if you select to fertilize organically, use a kelp based fertilizer( increase pungency) Thyme is from the Mint family and there are up to 400 varieties in the wild today. Thyme is a Mediterranean herb and does well mixed with similar herbs of it region. Adding Thyme to breads, pasta and pizza is traditional. Thyme is even used in some perfumes and used to preserve meats.
See the Information below from Proven Winners website for detailed tag information.
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Annual
Thymus vulgaris |
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Common Name:
Common Thyme |
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Features
Bright purple to white flowers in summer
• Attracts Butterflies
• Drought Tolerant *
• Fragrant Foliage
• Landscape Plant
*Even drought tolerant annual and perennial plants will need water for the first few weeks while they get established. Shrubs and trees will need to be watered for the first year after they are planted. After this, little or no supplemental water will be necessary when planted in the ground. No plant is truly drought tolerant in a container; water is necessary for all plants in containers.
Ornamental Characteristics
Flower Color
White
Foliage Color
Green
Height
6-8″ (Short)
Spacing
10-12″
Habit
Mounded
Container Plant Style
Filler – Intermingles well with other plants to fill in the middle ground of a combination |
Plant Needs
Duration
Annual
Bloom Time
Late Spring to Early Summer
Hardiness Zone(s)
Annual except in zones 5 – 10
Hardy Temp
0°F (-18�C)
Exposure
Sun or partial sun
Water Needs
Dry to Normal
Maintenance
Easy
Uses
Landscapes and containers
This plant will beautify your garden all season |
Growing Tips
Trim stems as necessary to control growth. |
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