French Thyme (Thymus vulgaris, Common Thyme) - Perennial Herb - Zone 4-5 - 250+ Seeds

French Thyme, also known as German Thyme or Common Thyme is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean, with aromatic leaves and used for cooking. Growing 6-12 inches in height, this woody shrub features small, gray-green leaves and clusters of pink to lavender flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. Thyme thrives in well-drained, sandy soils and requires full sun to flourish. It is well-suited to rock gardens, herb gardens, and container planting. In Canadian gardens, Thyme can be grown as an annual in colder regions or grown in pots and brought indoors for winter.

Cold Hardiness Zone: 4-5
Stratification: None required
Seed Source: NL