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Several members of the genus are cultivated as culinary herbs or ornamentals, when they are also called thyme after its best-known species, Thymus vulgaris or common thyme. (wikipedia.org)
citrus thyme Thymus comosus Thymus comptus Thymus curtus Thymus decussatus Thymus disjunctus Thymus doerfleri Thymus dubjanskyi Thymus glabrescens Thymus herba-barona Thymus hirsutus Thymus hyemalis Thymus inaequalis Thymus integer Thymus lanuginosus, syn. (wikipedia.org)
T. serpyllum - woolly thyme Thymus leucospermus Thymus leucotrichus Thymus longicaulis Thymus longiflorus Thymus mandschuricus Thymus marschallianus Thymus mastichina Thymus membranaceus Thymus mongolicus Thymus moroderi Thymus nervulosus Thymus nummularis Thymus odoratissimus Thymus pallasianus Thymus pallidus Thymus pannonicus Thymus praecox - creeping thyme Thymus proximus Thymus pseudolanuginosus, syn. (wikipedia.org)
T. serpyllum - woolly thyme Thymus pulegioides - lemon thyme Thymus quinquecostatus Thymus richardii Thymus satureioides Thymus serpyllum Thymus sibthorpii Thymus striatus Thymus thracicus - lavender thyme Thymus villosus Thymus vulgaris - common thyme Thymus zygis Linnaeus.Sp. (wikipedia.org)
The beautifully blooming plant in the foreground is Annie Hall Thyme . (mountainvalleygrowers.com)
Here Highland Cream Thyme was planted but didn't make it. (mountainvalleygrowers.com)
Behind the Leprechaun Thyme is another bare section that had also been planted in Leprechaun. (mountainvalleygrowers.com)
Wild Thyme plant, Thymus serphyllum , is also known as Mother Of Thyme, Shakespeare's Thyme and Creeping Thyme. (allrareherbs.com.au)
A very pungent spice and useful medicinal plant (see Thyme). (allrareherbs.com.au)
Wild Thyme plant is a native of Europe and prefers well drained soils in an open sunny position. (allrareherbs.com.au)
Thymus serpyllum 'Pink Chintz' (Creeping Thyme) is a tight, low growing creeping thyme with thick stems of woolly green foliage that blooms in mid-spring with a profusion of salmon-pink flowers. (highcountrygardens.com)
Thymus serpyllum 'Pink Chintz' (Creeping Thyme) is a low, tight growing selection of creeping thyme. (highcountrygardens.com)
It is one of the first Thyme to bloom in spring and is an excellent choice for planting between flagstones and other stone pavers in patios, courtyards, and pathways. (highcountrygardens.com)
Thymus serpyllum Mountain Thyme is a showy, wide growing groundcover from the Old World. (highcountrygardens.com)
Buy Creeping Thyme plants from ToGoGarden.com and we ll ship high quality, container-grown, fully rooted, nursery and garden center plants to your front door that are ready to plant and augment in your garden. (togogarden.com)
Thymus 'Bressingham' (Bressingham Thyme): Plants available to buy. (jekkas.com)
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) is a useful herb that can be used in a variety of ways. (dubaigardencentre.ae)
Elfin Thyme, or "Thymus praecox" is among one of the shortest flowering herbs used as a groundcover. (seedneeds.com)
Thymus Praecox / Elfin Thyme is a perennial herb that will grow quickly, forming a deep root system and will return yearly after frost. (seedneeds.com)
Once established, your Elfin Thyme plants will produce beautiful, lilac purple blooms throughout your garden. (seedneeds.com)
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris L.) - perennial, herbacous, ornamental, medicinal culinary herb valued for its flavour and health benefiting properties. (singaporehydroponics.com)
Thymus L. - Timyan, bogorodskaya trava [ Thymus L. - Thyme] // Flora Sibiriae. (binran.ru)
Rod Timyan - Thymus L. [Genus Thyme - Thymus L.] // Flora URSS. (binran.ru)
Timyan, chabrets, bogorodskaya trava - Thymus L. [Thyme - Thymus L.] // Plantae vasculares Orientis Extremi sovietici. (binran.ru)
Also known as wild thyme, this plant is a close relative of the culinary herb. (mindbodygreen.com)
What are the Uses and Health Benefits of Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)? (planetayurveda.com)
Thyme essential oil obtained from leaves of Thymus vulgaris, is often used as a natural cough remedy. (planetayurveda.com)
Due to that Thyme plants are prone to suffer heat injury in summer while in transit in a shipping box, we do not ship them from June 1 to August 31. (wilsonbrosgardens.com)
When planted right and in the right spot, Pink Chintz Thyme is easy to grow. (wilsonbrosgardens.com)
Lake Dunstan and flowering weed plant pests- Wild thyme (Thymus vulgaris), Californian poppy (Eschscholzia californica) gorse (Ulex europaeus), Cromwell, Central Otago District, Otago Region, New Zealand (NZ). (naturespic.co.nz)
There are six chemotypes of common thyme (Thymus vulgaris) from the South of France which serve as a model system for studying the chemotype formation. (uni-halle.de)
The most popular thyme is English thyme ( Thymus vulgaris ). (nybg.org)
Another good culinary option is French thyme ( Thymus vulgaris ). (nybg.org)
One of my favorite thymes is lemon thyme ( Thymus x citriodorus ). (nybg.org)
Golden lemon thyme ( Thymus x citriodorus 'Aureus') is a variation of the same theme with variegated golden foliage. (nybg.org)
Silver thyme ( Thymus vulgaris 'Argenteus') is an upright, shrubby thyme that has grey and cream-colored foliage. (nybg.org)
Silver lemon thyme ( Thymus x citriodorus 'Argenteus') has the same color combination in the foliage, as well as the nice lemon flavor and fragrance of other lemon thymes. (nybg.org)
Caraway thyme ( Thymus herba-barona ) has dark green leaves, pink flowers, and a mild caraway taste. (nybg.org)

Thymus serpyllum subsp. (wikimedia.org)
Thymus serpyllum var. (wikimedia.org)
T. polytrichus, and the more dwarf form T. serpyllum) are excellent bee plants for absolutely all bees, honeybees, short and long-tongued bees and solitary bees. (beehappyplants.co.uk)

What is Thymus Vulgaris? (planetayurveda.com)
Thymus vulgaris is an herb which has been used in alternative medicine in Ayurveda from centuries. (planetayurveda.com)
Due to its antiseptic properties thymus vulgaris provides a soothing effect to a sore throat and act as great astringent, anthelmintic, carminative and disinfectant. (planetayurveda.com)
The essential oil of thymus vulgaris has been used to provide relieve from aching joints pain. (planetayurveda.com)
The aerial part of Thymus Vulgaris has expectorant and anti-bacterial effects. (planetayurveda.com)
What are the uses of Thymus Vulgaris? (planetayurveda.com)
What are the main chemical Constituents of Thymus Vulgaris? (planetayurveda.com)
What are the Health Benefits of thymus Vulgaris? (planetayurveda.com)
Due to its great antihypertensive activity thymus vulgaris, act as a great herbal choice for anyone who is suffering from high blood pressure symptoms. (planetayurveda.com)
The natural herb extracts of thymus vulgaris reducing the level of LDL (low density lipoproteins) in the body, LDL is bad cholesterol, when the level of LDL increase in your body, and it can start the deposition of plaque-like substance on the walls of the cardiovascular system, which ultimately blocks the natural flow of blood. (planetayurveda.com)
The carvacrol a chemical compound in thymus vulgaris shows the positive mood-boosting effects. (planetayurveda.com)
Ein Modellsystem für die Untersuchung der Chemotypbildung ist der echte Thymian (Thymus vulgaris) von dem sechs Chemotypen aus Südfrankreich beschrieben wurden. (uni-halle.de)

thymes) contains about 350 species of aromatic perennial herbaceous plants and subshrubs to 40 cm tall in the family Lamiaceae, native to temperate regions in Europe, North Africa and Asia. (wikipedia.org)
Characteristics of Thymus reverdattoanus ( Lamiaceae ) population in the south of its range (Nadym district, Yamal-Nenets Autonomous Area) // Bot. (binran.ru)
2020. Характеристика популяции Thymus reverdattoanus ( Lamiaceae ) на юге ареала (Надымский район, Ямало-Ненецкий автономный округ) // Бот. (binran.ru)
Thymus laevigatus Vahl (Lamiaceae) is an endemic subshrub plant with a herbaceous shape that grows wild in higher mountainous regions in the Northern part of Yemen. (imist.ma)

Thymus is a genus of about 350 species of evergreen perennials, shrubs and subshrubs from dry areas of Eurasia. (missouribotanicalgarden.org)
Genus name comes from the Greek word thymos (name used in ancient Greece for a species of Thymus or Satureja ). (missouribotanicalgarden.org)
A new species of the genus Thymus L. sect. (binran.ru)
The identity, conservation, usage and geographical distribution of this species, unlike most other species in the Thymus genus, has not received extensive studies. (imist.ma)

Thymus praecox Opiz , Naturalientausch 6: 40 (1824). (wikimedia.org)
2022. Thymus praecox in Kew Science Plants of the World Online . (wikimedia.org)
Thymus praecox in the Germplasm Resources Information Network (GRIN) , U.S. Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service. (wikimedia.org)

Deep-rooted perennial weeds are more challenging but it is definitely worth taking the time to eradicate them before planting. (rhs.org.uk)

Thymus species are used as food plants by the larvae of some Lepidoptera (butterfly and moth) insect species, including Chionodes distinctella and the Coleophora case-bearers C. lixella, C. niveicostella, C. serpylletorum, and C. struella (the latter three feed exclusively on Thymus). (wikipedia.org)
Some confusion remains over the naming and taxonomy of some species, and Margaret Easter (who holds the NCCPG National Plant Collection of thymes in the UK) has compiled a list of synonyms for cultivated species and cultivars. (wikipedia.org)

Thymus pallidus subsp. (teline.fr)
Thymus maroccanus subsp. (senckenberg.de)

Thymus 'Pink Chintz' with its thick stems of woolly foliage is more durable and more waterwise than other creeping thymes and thrives in almost any well-drained soil in full sun. (highcountrygardens.com)

Thymus adamovicii Thymus altaicus Thymus amurensis Thymus boissieri Thymus bracteosus Thymus broussonetii Thymus caespititius Thymus camphoratus Thymus capitatus Thymus capitellatus Thymus camphoratus Thymus carnosus Thymus cephalotus Thymus cherlerioides Thymus ciliatus Thymus cilicicus Thymus cimicinus Thymus citriodorus (Thymus × citriodorus) syn. (wikipedia.org)
Thymus x citriodorus - (Pers. (wikipedia.org)

Looking for plants to stop soil erosion on steep slopes, embankments or hillsides? (togogarden.com)
Compact the soil around the plant and water thoroughly. (theoriginalgarden.com)
For hardiness, soil types, planting location and growing advice, please see our Jekkapedia entry. (jekkas.com)
They can cope with some rain, and do need some watering, but they must be planted in well-drained soil or compost. (gardenersworld.com)
Unlike most alpines, it prefers an acidic soil, so if you're growing it among other alpines in a trough, plant it in a pot filled with ericaceous compost, then sink it into the soil. (gardenersworld.com)
Please be aware that when we pack the plants, we remove 2/3 of the soil, and they are not supplied with a pot. (nnplant.com)
Water the planted area carefully, using a hose with a fine spray nozzle (or a watering can with a rose, if the area is small) to avoid washing away soil from around the roots. (mindbodygreen.com)
Just make sure plants have rooted across the soil surface in the pot. (wilsonbrosgardens.com)
The selected ground cover plants listed here grow well in a wide variety of soil types. (missouri.edu)
This plant is LEVEL 2 - Will survive an average British winter providing it is planted in well draining soil. (norfolkherbs.co.uk)

ToGoGarden.com offers many groundcover plants that thri. (togogarden.com)
ToGoGarden.com offers a huge selection of some of the best flowering groundcover plants. (togogarden.com)
ToGoGarden.com offers many groundcover plants that thrive in the shady, dry, st. (togogarden.com)
ToGoGarden.com offers many flowering groundcover plants that have a long bloom period. (togogarden.com)
ToGoGarden.com offers many groundcover plants that wi. (togogarden.com)
Euonymus, commonly called wintercreeper, are tough evergreen groundcover plants for use in landscape beds, on slopes or embankme. (togogarden.com)

Thymus pallidus Batt. (teline.fr)
Four plants often cited by traditional practitioners (Marrubium vulgare, Thymus pallidus, Eryngium ilicifolium and Lavandula stoechas) are tested against Streptococcus pneumoniae responsible for pharyngitis, rhinitis, otitis and sinusitis infections. (bvsalud.org)

The plant has beautiful, glossy deep green foliage and grows to form a nice thick mat of foliage. (highcountrygardens.com)
Looking for low growing spreading plants that will keep their leaves and foliage throughout the year? (togogarden.com)
It is low growing and could be used as an edging plant for pathways where the fragrant foliage is brushed against or crushed. (nurseriesonline.com.au)
If you can, plant it at an angle of 45 degrees, so that water can drain out of its rosette of evergreen foliage. (gardenersworld.com)
This is a great plant for mixed containers, with the lime colored green foliage really standing out. (morningsunherbfarm.com)

Whichever word you use, it means a distinctive plant or plants, given a specific cultivar name and usually bred to enhance certain characteristics, such as flower or fruit size, colour, flavour or fragrance, plant size, hardiness, disease resistance, etc. (rhs.org.uk)
The arrangement and spacing of plants in the planting bed depends on the growth characteristics of the plant. (missouri.edu)

This beautiful fern-like creeping plant from New Zealand grows best on lighter soils. (mindbodygreen.com)
is an Iranian medicinal plants that grows in different areas of Iran such as Mazandaran, Gilan, Azarbayejan, Kurdistan and Tehran. (jmp.ir)

Mass plant in the front of a border and enjoy the butterflies and bees that visit the flowers. (ncsu.edu)
The pale pink flowers that cover the plant attract bees to the garden, along with the great flavour, just one more benefit of this useful garden plant. (nurseriesonline.com.au)

A strong grower, ideal as a drought-tolerant lawn substitute or for planting between flagstones, tolerating moderate foot traffic. (perennials.com)
Xeriscaping is a method of planting which promotes naturally drought tolerant plants and water saving methods. (backyardgardener.com)

If you don't mind transplanting this plant, sowing indoors, in peat pots is recommended. (seedneeds.com)
This project is made up of a selection of low-growing plants (listed below), which can be bought as plugs (young plants) or in larger pots that can be split apart. (mindbodygreen.com)
Arrange the plants in their pots across the area, spacing them out slightly. (mindbodygreen.com)
Plants are supplied as small rooted runners or substantial pot plants which can be divided further (see our page on dividing perennials for further advice on this) and grown on in pots before planting out in the lawn area. (rhs.org.uk)

We no longer offer a general mail order service for our herb plants but we do offer a limited selection of Jekka's Culinary Herb Boxes . (jekkas.com)
For more information on growing herbs plants please see Jekkapedia , Jekka's blog or our FAQs page. (jekkas.com)

1995. Тимьян, чабрец, богородская трава - Thymus L. // Сосудистые растения советского Дальнего Востока. (binran.ru)

Our herbs are designed to be grown in containers or planted in the garden. (jekkas.com)

Variegated plants have less chlorophyll in the white, cream or pink sections of their leaves which seems to make them more vulnerable to sunburn. (mountainvalleygrowers.com)
Plants which do not receive sufficient light may become pale in color, have fewer leaves and a "leggy" stretched-out appearance. (backyardgardener.com)
If a shade loving plant is exposed to direct sun, it may wilt and/or cause leaves to be sunburned or otherwise damaged. (backyardgardener.com)

Plant extracts--therapeutic use. (who.int)

We're your source for expert advice, a passionate community, and plants that are beautiful, resilient, and beneficial to a healthy ecosystem. (highcountrygardens.com)

Not all plants in the catalog are currently in stock -See our home page for our current availability list. (xeraplants.com)

O ur herb seeds are also untreated and can be used to grow organic herb plants. (jekkas.com)
A family run herb farm with over 30 years' experience in growing and using medicinal and culinary herb plants and seeds. (jekkas.com)

These are established and hardy herb plants that are grown following organic principals and to survive the UK climate. (jekkas.com)

It is often included in our popular Flagstone Filler 36-Plant Assortment , available in either 6 plants each of 6 different varieties , or 3 plants each of 12 different varieties . (mountainvalleygrowers.com)

Looking for the best plants for use to fill gaps between pavers and stones in walkways and patios or between rock or boulder crevices? (togogarden.com)
When planting between closely spaced stepping stones or pavers the root ball of some creeping thymes can be divided so as to fit in to the smaller gaps. (wilsonbrosgardens.com)

Plants can also be effectively grown as ground covers in rock gardens or border fronts. (missouribotanicalgarden.org)

Aromatic and ornamental small plant. (theoriginalgarden.com)

This two year old planting was a trial of several different small ground cover thymes. (mountainvalleygrowers.com)

Plant alpines in containers such as a trough, or an old Belfast sink, for best effect. (gardenersworld.com)

Selection of a suitable plant for ground cover depends on the area where it will be grown. (missouri.edu)
This plant is grown in a 4″ (10cm) pot. (norfolkherbs.co.uk)

Cut back stems as necessary to maintain plant appearance or to control growth/spread or to limit unsightly woody stem growth. (missouribotanicalgarden.org)

In Morocco, most people particularly in rural areas use medicinal plants to treat diseases. (bvsalud.org)

For herb plants, please see our Looking Good List for availability. (jekkas.com)

Adaptations of herbaceous plants of Central Yakutia // Vestn. (binran.ru)

There is a strong emphasis on using native plants, which a purist will do exclusively. (backyardgardener.com)
The plant is native of Southern Europe and has worldwide distribution. (planetayurveda.com)

The plants only grow to a height of roughly 1 to 3 inches tall. (seedneeds.com)
The plants will grow anywhere from 1 to 3 inches tall and can spread a good 18 inches wide or more. (seedneeds.com)

Are you tired of mowing the lawn grass and looking for some other kind of low growing plant you can use as a lawn substitute? (togogarden.com)
Plant the lawn-alternative plants, digging a small hole and firming each one into place. (mindbodygreen.com)
Get started with lawn-alternative plants. (mindbodygreen.com)
If you rent your home, speak to your landlord before starting your alternative lawn, as these plants can naturally spread over time. (mindbodygreen.com)
Simply remove any other plants from the lawn and let the moss thrive. (mindbodygreen.com)
Thorough weed removal before planting a chamomile lawn helps prevent the feature becoming a weedy mess. (rhs.org.uk)

To ensure convenient shipping, plants exceeding 5ft in height can be trimmed to fit within a 4ft box. (nnplant.com)

Plant it between stepping stones or have it spill over a rock wall. (ncsu.edu)

Most ground cover plants can be planted any time during the growing season, but either spring or fall is preferred. (missouri.edu)

fastigiata differs from typical plants by having an upright habit. (rhs.org.uk)

This plant will not tolerate clay soils or wet sites. (ncsu.edu)

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