Thyme.

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Niveau d'entretien

Facile

Type de plante

Perennial herb

Lumière

Full sun

Lumière en intérieur

Soleil direct

Arrosage

Tous les 7 à 14 jours

Taille adulte

12 inches

Croissance

Moyenne

Rusticité

USDA 5 à 9

Floraison

Late spring to early summer

Entretien

Plant this herb in well draining soil to prevent root rot. Watch for yellowing leaves, which often signal that the soil is staying too wet. Prune back the woody stems after flowering to keep the plant bushy and productive.

Arrosage

Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings.

Engrais

Apply a light, balanced liquid fertilizer sparingly during the growing season.

Taille

Trim back the top third of the plant after it blooms to encourage fresh growth.

Rempotage

Move to a slightly larger container only when the roots become crowded.

Sol

Sandy or rocky, well draining soil

pH du sol

6.0 to 8.0

Température

-15 à 35°C

Humidité

20 à 50%

Résistance à la sécheresse

Élevée

Durée de vie

Perennial, typically 3 to 5 years

Parfum

Fort

Résistance aux chevreuils et lapins

Élevée

Sécurité

Humains

This plant is non-toxic to humans.

Enfants

There are no specific safety concerns for children handling this plant.

Allergènes de contact

Sensitive individuals may experience mild skin irritation from the essential oils.

Allergènes aéroportés

Pollen is generally not a significant trigger for respiratory allergies.

Comestibilité

Thyme is generally safe for culinary use, but concentrated essential oils should not be ingested.

Comment l'identifier

• Small, oval, gray green leaves
• Tiny tubular flowers in clusters
• Woody, branching stems
• Strong, pleasant aromatic scent

Hauteur

0,15 à 0,3m

Envergure

0,2 à 0,4m

Feuilles

gray-green, evergreen

Fleurs

pale pink, lavender, white, 0,5 à 1cm

Problèmes courants

• Root rot — This occurs when the soil stays too wet for too long.

La cultiver

Multiplication

cuttings, division, seed

Quand planter

spring, early autumn

Hivernage

Ensure the soil is well-drained to prevent winter rot. In very cold areas, a light mulch can protect the roots.

En pot

Thyme grows very well in pots as long as the container has excellent drainage.

Plant thyme near vegetables to help deter certain pests with its strong scent.

Bonnes associations

• Rosemary — They share similar requirements for sun and dry soil.
• Lavande — Both plants thrive in Mediterranean conditions and attract pollinators.

Espèces similaires

• Thymus serpyllum — It is a low-growing alternative often used as a ground cover.

Science

Famille

Lamiaceae

Genre

Thymus

Ordre

Lamiales

Classe

Magnoliopsida

Région d'origine

Mediterranean region

Préservation

Thyme is widely cultivated and not of conservation concern.

It grows in dry, rocky, and well-drained soils where it competes well in nutrient-poor environments.

Intérêt pour la faune

nectar source

Pollinisateurs

abeilles, papillons

Utilisations

culinary herb, ground cover, rock garden plant, pollinator garden

Taxonomie vérifiée avec le GBIF.

Ce qu'on demande souvent

Does thyme need full sun?

Yes, it thrives in full sun for at least six hours a day.

How often should I water it?

Water only when the soil has dried out completely.

D'où vient le nom

The genus name Thymus comes from the Greek word for courage, while vulgaris simply means common.

Bon à savoir

• Ancient Greeks used thyme in their baths for courage.
• Thyme is a member of the mint family.
• It is a key ingredient in the French herb blend bouquet garni.

Aussi dans

• Plantes résistantes à la sécheresse
• Plantes que les cerfs ne mangent pas