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Thymus vulgaris

Common Thyme

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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer:

 

Description

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

Under 1'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

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

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Lawn Substitute, Small Spaces, Medicinal

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.