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Common Thyme

Thymus Vulgaris

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Overview

Thymus vulgaris, commonly known as Common Thyme, is a versatile, evergreen herb with aromatic, narrow grey-green leaves. It forms a low-growing, bushy mat up to 12 inches wide and 6 inches tall, ideal for edging and filling gaps in sunny, well-drained borders. In mid to late spring, it produces small, lavender to pink flowers, attracting pollinators. Thyme thrives in zones 5-9, requiring minimal maintenance once established. Perfect for culinary and ornamental use.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 5–9
Common Thyme (Thymus Vulgaris) — commonly known as Common Thyme

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Mature height
0.5–1 Ft.
Mature width
0.5–1 Ft.

Classification

Family
Lamiaceae

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Common Thyme (Thymus Vulgaris) — In mid to late spring, it produces small, lavender to pink flowers, attracting pollinators; is a versatile and, image 97
Common Thyme (Thymus Vulgaris) — Thyme thrives in zones 5-9, requiring minimal maintenance once established; target a spacing of 12 to 18 inches, image 98
Common Thyme (Thymus Vulgaris) — Perfect for culinary and ornamental use; ground cover / herb / perennial for full or half, image 99
Common Thyme (Thymus Vulgaris) — scientifically known as Thymus vulgaris; perfect for culinary and ornamental use, image 100
Common Thyme (Thymus Vulgaris) — is a versatile and aromatic evergreen herb that originates from the Mediterranean region; enhancing the ecological, image 101
Common Thyme (Thymus Vulgaris) — Often incorporated into landscape designs for its culinary uses and ornamental value; lavender flowers in the, image 102

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