What it is
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) is in the Lamiaceae (Mint) family. A creeping woody perennial that thrives on neglect and sharp drainage. Hates wet feet.
How to grow it
It wants full sun, water it low — drought-tough, and give it lean, sharp-draining soil. Target a soil pH around 6.0–8.0. Space plants about 12 in apart. Expect roughly 75–90. Hardy perennial.
How it's used
Thyme is used: fresh, dried, infused.
🔎 How to identify it
- Tiny opposite leaves on woody stems
- Low spreading mounds
- Pink flowers loved by bees
Edibility
PartsLeaves and flowers
UsesFresh, dried, infused
CautionNone.
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Part of the free Texas Roots plant database, compiled by Jordan Polasek from his greenhouse in El Campo, Texas. Free to read and share. If it helped, the best thanks is to grow something.