Thyme

Uses:

  • Groundcover
  • Herb, Sensory, & Kitchen Gardens
  • Containers & Raised Beds

Features:

  • Attracts Butterflies & Bees
  • Aromatic, Evergreen Leaves
  • Edible Purple or White Flowers
  • Tolerates Drought and Alkaline Soil

Sunlight:

  • Full Sun
  • At Least 6 Hours of Direct Sunlight

Growing Zones:

Thyme Care

Thyme is a small perennial herb from the Mediterranean region. Its wiry stems can be upright or creeping, depending on the variety. The leaves are grayish-green and popular to use in cooking, homeopathic remedies, and aromatherapy. This herb blooms from June to October and the white or lavender flowers are rich in nectar, attracting bees and butterflies. Plant thyme with other Mediterranean herbs for a low-maintenance border, or use the creeping varieties as a groundcover to fill in gaps in a stone path. It also grows well in containers, which can be placed near a back door for convenient harvesting.