Thyme is a low growing plant topping out at about 8”, with tiny leaves that are covered with little pink or white flowers in summer. They like a sunny exposure and well-drained soil. They are hardy here and can be planted in the landscape.
Uses: Thyme will flavor any savory dish but is often paired with chicken.
Varieties:
- English: traditional green cooking type
- Golden Lemon (Lemon flavor and yellow leaves, Zone 5)
- Decorative Groundcover Perennials Types: Woolly, Elfin, Pink Chintz
