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Thymus vulgaris 'English Thyme'

Common Thyme


Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms

  • Low spreading green foliage
  • Purple flowers in summer
  • Widely used in recipes
Border or Bed
Border or Bed
Container
Container
Drought Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Fragrant
Fragrant
Ground Cover
Ground Cover
Full Sun
Full Sun
Partial Sun
Partial Sun



Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Plant in full sun and well drained soil.


Height: 6-8 in
Spread: 10-12 in
Spacing: 10-12 in
Price Level 1: $4.99 ea.~4 ½” pot
Bloom Color:
Zone: 5-9
 

Additional Characteristics & Attributes:


Attributes:

  • Ground Cover
  • Border or Bed
  • Fragrant
  • Container
  • Drought Tolerant

Exposure:

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun

Habit:

  • Creeping/Ground Cover

Season of Interest (Foliage):

  • Summer
  • Spring Bloomer

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Butterflies

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water