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Full sun, well-drained. Drought hardy.
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Thyme
Thymus vulgaris
Your guide to planting, growing, and getting to know this plant.
THE PLANT NOTEBOOK
Thyme care, from seed onward.
- Botanical name
- Thymus vulgaris
- Common names
- Garden Thyme
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Genus
- Thymus
- Species
- T. vulgaris
Growing with your kit
Observe woody stem formation in Seeds In A Cup® clear planter.
Propagation
By seed, division, or cuttings.
Seasonal growth & harvest
Blooms early summer; harvest as needed.
Growing conditions
Dry rocky scrubland.
Weather & tolerances
Extremely drought tolerant.
Pests & plant health
Generally pest-free.
Plant safety
Safe for consumption.
Botanical features
Perennial sub-shrub; woody stems.
Varieties
‘English Thyme’, ‘Lemon Thyme’.
Garden & everyday uses
Soup/stew staple
Native range & distribution
Southern Europe roots.
Conservation
Least concern.
Name origins
Greek for courage or incense.
History
Greek temple incense.
Grow thyme in a cup.
Seed Germination Kit
Thyme Seed Starter Grow Kit
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Thymus vulgaris
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