did you know?

Thyme symbolized courage and energy to ancient Greek athletes, who would rub its oil on their arms before a competition. The herb's long medicinal history, including use in Egyptian embalming, is borne out in its proven antiseptic properties. As recently as World War I, it was used to clean wounds.

general maintenance:

To encourage growth and maintain best flavor, prune back branches each spring to where new growth sprouts from the base of plant. Pinch growing shoots regularly to prevent plant from becoming woody. In spring, divide or replace older plants every 3?4 years, when center of plant apears to be dying.

how to sow/plant:

In spring or early fall, start with new plants, spring divisions, or cuttings planted 10 inches apart.

water and fertilize:

Water and fertilize sparingly; excess growth is susceptible to disease and winterkill.

features:

• Attractive Flowers
• Attractive Foliage
• Deer Resistant
• Disease Resistant
• Drought Tolerant
• Fragrant

garden uses:

• Containers
• Ground Cover
• Rock Garden

other uses:

• Culinary/Edible (use as a substitute for caraway)
• Potpourri (dried flowers in sachets)

combine with:

beebalm feverfew foxglove sage and yarrow for a flowering herb or border garden.