Mediterranean wild thyme
Thymbra capitata
Thymbra
Lamiaceae
Native Plants
Zone 4â9
đž Pet-Safe
đą Beginner Friendly
Mediterranean wild thyme is a drought-adapted, aromatic shrublet that thrives in well-drained, poor soils and full sun. It requires very little water once established and is an excellent choice for xeriscaping or rock gardens. Its dense flower heads are highly attractive to bees and other pollinators.
Care Requirements
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
â
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18âł
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days ⢠Water Sparingly; Allow Soil To Dry Completely Between Waterings
Soil pH
6 â 7.5
Temperature
-30° â 95°F
Ecology & Origin
Native to
Albania
Algeria
Baleares
Corse
Cyprus
East Aegean Is.
Egypt
Greece
Italy
Kriti
Lebanon-Syria
Libya
Morocco
Palestine
Portugal
Sardegna
Sicilia
Spain
Tunisia
Turkey
Attracts
đ Bees
đ Butterflies
đ Moths
Safety & Use
â Medicinal
đž Pet-safe
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io â Taken Oct 30, 2019 by LĂŠo Drevet (cc-by-sa)
Hardiness Zones
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
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