English Thyme
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Look out for (Houston)
Will not survive soggy wet soil; plant in a well-drained, sunny spot
Harris Co. AgriLifeWhat it is
Common thyme is a woody, broadleaf evergreen perennial in the mint family (Lamiaceae) native to Southwestern Europe and southeastern Italy. There are many cultivars. (Species-level info; not specific to this variety.)
NC State ExtensionWhy grow/eat it
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How to use it
The leaves are used fresh or dried to flavor soups, stews, sauces, meats, or fish. It is a native Mediterranean herb that was cultivated as a culinary herb.
NC State ExtensionHarvest in Houston
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Container tips
Likes full sun. Wants well-drained soil, kept moist; handles dry spells.
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