Thyme. A spreading subshrub with fragrant, narrow dark green leaves. Purplish pink flowers in summer. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Thymus doerfleri
A spreading subshrub with fragrant, narrow dark green leaves. Purplish pink flowers in summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Thymus |
|---|---|
| Species | doerfleri |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Thyme |
| Flower Colour | purple, pink |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 15cm |
| Family | Labiatae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Rock garden, Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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