Thyme German Winter
winter thyme
- Strong and robust thyme
- Culinary and ornamental herb
- Notes of pine and citrus
- Syn. Thymus vulgaris
- Included in Recipe(s):
- Category: Herbs
- Hardiness Zone: 5-9
- Height: 15 in
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
A charming, evergreen thyme with small, round to needle-like leaves and woody stems that become more pronounced as the plant matures. Delicate flowers offer a mild thyme flavor and are edible, making a lovely herbal addition to salads and potato dishes. The blooms also attract honey bees and native bees, adding pollinator appeal to the garden.
Attributes
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Container |
| • | Cut Flower/Foliage |
| • | Dried Flower/Foliage |
| • | Edible |
| • | Fragrant |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Programs
| • | Sara's Superb Herbs |
Habit
| • | Upright |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Thyme German Winter
Thrives in sun to part shade, in slightly dry, well-drained soil.