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English Thyme

Fragrant foliage with a classic thyme flavor and aroma. Outstanding for seasoning poultry, fish and pork, in sauces, soups and herbal vinegar. Good companion plant for tomatoes. Dry or freeze leaves for winter use, or grow in a pot indoors.

Companion Plants

Basil

Marigold

Russian Sage

Plant Details

  • Common name

    English Thyme

  • Botanical name

    Thymus vulgaris

  • Variety

    na

  • Zone

    USDA Zone 4 (-30°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).

  • Light

    Sun

  • Height

    12" (31 cm)

  • Habit

    Spreading

  • Feed

    Regularly

  • Water

    Weekly during dry spells

  • Bloom Color

    Green

  • Bloom Time

    Summer

  • Maintenance

    Keep weed-free

This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:

  • Beef Seasonings Collection
  • German Herb Collection
  • Grilling Herbs Collection
  • Herbes de Provence Collection
  • Italian Herb Collection
  • Marinade Herb Collection
  • Pork Seasonings Collection
  • Poultry Seasonings Collection
  • Roasting & Grilling Herb Collection
  • Viniagrette Herb Collection
  • Xena P.'s collection