Classic Culinary Herb with Delicate Flavor
French Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) is the quintessential culinary thyme prized by chefs and home cooks for its refined, aromatic flavor. This classic herb features narrow gray-green leaves with a sweet, subtle flavor that's less pungent than common thyme, making it perfect for delicate dishes, French cuisine, and herb blends. A must-have for any kitchen garden, French Thyme is also a beautiful, low-maintenance evergreen that thrives in containers, herb gardens, and sunny borders.
Key Features
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Superior culinary flavor – Sweet, delicate taste ideal for poultry, fish, vegetables, soups, and classic French dishes
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Aromatic foliage – Fragrant gray-green leaves perfect for fresh or dried use in cooking and herb blends
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Compact, bushy growth – Low-growing habit ideal for containers, herb gardens, and edging
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Evergreen in mild climates – Maintains foliage year-round in zones 7-10 for continuous harvest
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Drought tolerant – Once established, thrives with minimal water in well-drained soil
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Attracts pollinators – Small lavender-pink flowers in summer attract bees and beneficial insects
Culinary & Landscape Uses
French Thyme is essential for bouquet garni, herbes de Provence, and countless classic recipes. Use fresh or dried in roasted meats, vegetables, soups, stews, and marinades. The delicate flavor complements fish, chicken, and vegetables without overpowering other ingredients. In the garden, plant in full sun with excellent drainage—perfect for containers, rock gardens, herb spirals, or as a fragrant edging plant along pathways where the aromatic foliage releases scent when brushed.
Mature Size: 6-12" H × 12-16" W
Hardiness: Zones 5-10
Light: Full sun
Water: Low (drought tolerant once established)
Pricing & Availability
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