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Thyme is a low growing perennial herb known for its compact spreading habit and small aromatic leaves. It forms dense mats of foliage, making it suitable for garden beds, borders, and container planting. This plant adapts well to warm and dry climates and performs best in full sunlight with well drained soil. It is commonly grown in herb gardens and is tolerant of dry conditions once established.
Features
- Low growing spreading habit suitable for ground cover
- Adaptable to warm and dry climates
- Suitable for garden beds borders and container planting
- Performs best in full sunlight conditions
- Tolerates dry conditions once established
Specifications
- Scientific name: Thymus vulgaris
- Common name (US): Thyme
- Seed type / variety: Standard
- Growth habit: Perennial low growing herb
- USDA zones: 5 to 9
- Planting season: Spring
- Growing season: Spring to summer
- Sowing Season: Spring March to May
- Germination time and conditions: 14 to 28 days in warm well drained conditions 18 to 24 C
- Sunlight requirements: Full sun
- Soil requirements: Well drained sandy or loamy soil
- Watering needs: Low to moderate allow soil to dry between watering
- Mature plant size: 15 to 30 cm height 30 to 45 cm spread
- Plant spacing: 20 to 30 cm apart
