Thymus vulgaris
- Shrub
- 15-25 cm high
- Purple flowers
- Evergreen
- Very hardy
German winter thyme
March-april in a propagator or april-june in a seedbed outdoors; prick out
once and plant out later. Used as medical plant (tea, syrup) and in the kitchen
for seasoning fat dishes (meat), tomato or potato salads and cottage cheese.
Ref 41968.28
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- Supplied by a specialist partner nursery
Garden use
For wildlife and biodiversity
Ornamental value and special features
Characteristics
| Height | 15 - 25 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | June - August |
| Flower colour | Violet |
| Growth habit | Creeping |
| Hardiness | down to about -25°C |
Site conditions
| Light | Full sun, Sunny, Morning sun, Evening sun |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Dry |
| Soil | Highly permeable |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Thymus vulgaris |
|---|---|
| Genus | Thymus |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Common names | NL: keukentijm |
| Origin | Europe, South |
