Thymus vulgaris 'Argentus'
Thyme-Silver Edge
![Thymus vulgaris 'Argentus' Thyme-Silver Edge from Moose Crossing Garden Center](_ccLib/image/plants/DETA-499.jpg)
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms
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- Tiny, silver leaves with white edging
- White flowers in summer
- Semi-upright habit
- Excellent edging
- Used for culinary and medicinal purposes
![Border or Bed](image/chars/char-112.png)
Border or Bed
![Container](image/chars/char-110.png)
Container
![Drought Tolerant](image/chars/char-107.png)
Drought Tolerant
![Edible](image/chars/char-93.png)
Edible
![Fragrant](image/chars/char-25.png)
Fragrant
![Full Sun](image/chars/char-1.png)
Full Sun
![Partial Sun](image/chars/char-2.png)
Partial Sun
Interesting Notes about Thyme-Silver Edge:
Thymus or thymon is Greek for "courage
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Plant in full sun and well drained soil.
Height: 6-8 in
Spread: 10-14 in
Spacing: 10-14 in
Price Level 1: $4.99 ea.~4 ½” pot
Bloom Color:
Zone: 5-8
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Drought Tolerant
- Fragrant
- Border or Bed
- Edible
- Container
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Mounding
Foliage Color:
- Silver
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Spring Bloomer
- Summer
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Dry Soil