Description
(Thymus pulegioides ‘Aureus’)
A sun loving, ground hugging plant that forms a golden carpet with lavender flowers in summer.
Flavours/Food Partners:
Other thymes, oregano, rosemary, garlic. Enhances strong flavoured meats and salads. Flowers and foliage make good garnishes.
Health/Cooking/Medicinal:
Thyme can be used at all stages of cooking. Early for strong flavour in soups, casseroles etc, late for stir fries and salads or as a garnish for any savoury dish. It is high in many vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that are all essential for optimum health.
Landscaping/Planting:
Plant in dry exposed spots with full sun and good air movement. It needs little water and will die in heavy, wet soils.
Cultivation/Fertiliser:
Regular applications of Seasol and Powerfeed in spring and autumn will keep the plant healthy and growing well.
Herb Attributes
| Position | FULL SUN, HEAVY FROST |
|---|---|
| Height | 10CM |
| Width | 50CM |
