Thyme is a low growing herb prized for its fragrant leaves and clusters of tiny pink to lavender flowers that bloom in early to mid summer. It is a popular culinary herb that adds a warm, earthy flavour to a wide variety of dishes. The dainty flowers attract bees and other beneficial pollinators, making thyme a valuable addition to herb gardens and pollinator plantings. It thrives in full sun and well drained soil, tolerates drought once established, and requires very little maintenance. Its compact growth habit also makes it an excellent choice for rock gardens, borders, and containers.
