Plant Details

Thymus praecox

Mother of thyme, Creeping thyme, Woolly Thyme

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General Information

Scientific name: Thymus praecox
Also known as: Mother of thyme, Creeping thyme, Woolly Thyme

Plant Properties

Layer: Herbaceous
Size: Small
Height: 0.10 m
Width: 0.30 m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Leaf: Evergreen

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 5-8
Soil Moisture:
Well-drained, Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Condiment
Edibility:
(2)
Medicinal:
(2)
Features:
Cosmetic use, Essential oil, Ground cover, Fragrant

Description

The leaves of this plant are used as a flavoring in food. To dry them, it is necessary to harvest the plants in the early or late summer season, just before the flowers open. It is important to dry the leaves quickly after harvesting.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/06
End of Harvest: 31/08