Garden Thyme. An upright subshrub with narrow, camphor-scented grey-green leaves. White flowers from late spring to mid-summer. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 10cm. Flowers May to July. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Thymus vulgaris ‘Erectus’
An upright subshrub with narrow, camphor-scented grey-green leaves. White flowers from late spring to mid-summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Thymus |
|---|---|
| Species | vulgaris |
| Varietry | 'Erectus' |
| Common Name | Garden Thyme |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 15cm |
| Family | Labiatae |
| Spread | 10cm |
| Growth Speed | Slow |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | grey, green |
| Flowers From | May, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Herb garden, Border |
| Toxicity | |
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| Pruning Time | |
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