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Creeping thyme flowers9/14/2023 ![]() Thyme leaves may be harvested either before or after blooming and is one of the few herbs where using dried or fresh seems to matter little in the flavoring of foods. The essential oil of many varieties of thyme plants are used in colognes, soaps, lotions, and even candles. Thyme pairs exquisitely with lemon, garlic, and basil and can be used either fresh or dried in any of the above or put sprigs in oil or vinegar to infuse the flavor. Of course, thyme varieties are sought for cooking and used classically in “bouquet garni” in stews, soups, meat, fish, compound butter, eggs, dressings, and vegetable dishes. Highly aromatic with tiny leaves and tubular-shaped flowers forming in dense groups, all different types of thyme are attractive to bees and the honey made from bees who dine on thyme blooms rivals that of the finest lavender honey. Others have a more upright growth pattern and do well as stand-alone specimens in the garden or in pots, either alone or mixed with other plants or herbs. ![]() Many thyme varieties have a lovely spreading habit and will also look wonderful peeking between pavers or stones in a patio or walkway or in a rocky wall while being tolerant of foot traffic. Most varieties of thyme are susceptible to overwatering, and many varieties of thyme tolerate or even thrive amid moderate to severe pruning.Īll varieties of thyme are easy to propagate via cuttings, division, and seed and with their low growing habit–less than 15 inches (38 cm.) tall, this semi-evergreen is appropriate for groundcover or for growing in an herb garden, window box, or pots. Types of thyme plants cultivated for culinary use should be replaced every three years or so to prevent woody stems and promote the desirable tender leaf production. With a little research and even with adverse conditions, however, there are sure to be various types of thyme plants that are suitable for growth in those areas.Īvoid fertilizing thyme varieties as they tend to become leggy and weak. Also, most varieties of thyme prefer full sun and well-drained soil. Most thyme varieties are hardy in USDA zones 5 to 9 but tend to dislike hot, humid summers or overly wet conditions. Keep reading about the types of thyme plants you can grow. ![]() With this dizzying array of thyme varieties, there is a possible specimen for nearly every climate and landscape. All have been prized for centuries for their fragrance, flavor, and ornamental habit. There are over 300 thyme varieties in the mint family of Lamiaceae, of which thyme is a member. If your soil is heavy, add horticultural grit to the soil before planting to improve drainage.Any time is a good time to grow thyme. Thyme plant is fully hardy, but don’t like their roots in wet soil, especially in winter. ![]() Thymus vulgaris Thymus vulgaris in open ground Overwinter Lightly trim after flowering to keep it in nice shape. Don’t cut back into leafless woody stems. Shorten stems by 5-7cm, pruning above a set of green leaves. Cut back after flowering to keep the plant compact and to promote plenty of new growth. Pruning Thyme Flowers on Thymus vulgaris Pruning ‘Snowdrift’ is white-flowering, whereas ‘Silver Posie’ bears purple flowers with grey-green, white-margined leaves. Thymus serpyllum (creeping thyme) is a dwarf, evergreen shrub, producing masses of soft pink flowers in summer above dark green leaves. Thymus serpyllumĬreeping thyme is ideal for edging paths and suitable for cracks in paving. Thymus citriodorusįor lemon-scented leaves try Thymus citriodorus or Thymus ‘Lemon Variegated’. ![]() The aromatic foliage is often used for adding flavour to the soup, meat, vegetables, especially tomatoes. It is an undemanding plant, easy to grow in a pot. Thymus vulgaris (common thyme) is one of the best known of all thyme varieties and for good reason. There are many different varieties of thyme. Thymes are small plants and are grown for their aromatic leaves. Hardiness: fully hardy Varieties Thymus vulgaris ![]()
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