Wild thyme
This perennial species produces a low sub-shrub with pink flowers, used as ground cover. It is highly prized as an aromatic in cooking and recognized for its medicinal virtues.
Thyme is a natural insect repellent. Its melliferous flowers attract bees and other pollinating insects.
in bucket
Sow in nurseries from March to May, transplant from December to mid-April at 20 cm intervals, in rows 40 cm apart for harvest the following spring.
It is not very sensitive to frost and appreciates light watering for the first 2 years, after which it requires no maintenance.
March, April, May
March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October
in the ground, in pot
sunny
low
limestone, gravel
sec, drained, reheated
Thymus serpyllum
mid-season
200 seeds
Green
fragrance, edible
From 20 to 40 cm
pointed
Eurasia
Thyme is stimulating and relieves a wide range of respiratory ailments. It is also antiseptic and antifungal.