Thyme

Growth habit

Herbaceous

Perennation

Long-lived polycarpic perennial

Biocultural value

Leaves have a refreshing orange and spice scent.

Location

Robison Herb Garden

Source of plant

Richters

Description

Wonderful orange and spice scent, a rare combination in the world of herbs. The remarkably strong clear orange flavour lingers in the mouth pleasingly without the harsh after taste of other thymes. This has all manner of possibilities in the kitchen and in tea. Forms dense ground-hugging mats

USDA Hardiness Zone

4

Special characteristics

fragrance