Thyme
Thyme is a popular aromatic perennial that no sunny herb garden or good kitchen should be without. It comes from the hot regions around the Mediterranean, where it grows naturally on stony hillsides. This makes it extremely drought-resistant and perfectly capable of handling hot summer days.
It thrives best in full sun and well-drained, somewhat poor, sandy soil. Thyme is an undemanding plant that requires little care and is generally ignored by common pests. Once you transplant our seedlings and they take root in their new home, they will soon form lush cushions filled with tiny leaves.
On warm days, these release an intense fragrance that attracts bees and butterflies to the garden. Thyme is perfect for rock gardens, the edges of dry stone walls, and containers on the patio. And, of course, it’s a must-have in the kitchen, where fresh sprigs will give your dishes that perfect flavor.
