Other Names:
Bank thyme, Horse thyme, Creeping thyme, Mother of thyme, Mountain thyme, Shepherds thyme, Tae-girse, Wild thyme.

Description
A subshrub which sports pale lilac blooms from early to mid summer. Its leaves are aromatic, oval, pointed, medium green and covered in fine hairs. The stem is greeny-brown, squarish and turns woody in its' second season. The root is greyish brown and forms a fine but dense mat. Height ranges between 6 to 9-12" depending on the variety. E.g.

Common thyme: a low bush, 1 foot high, with tiny fragrant leaves.

Lemon thyme: a creeper, only 6" high, which fills in gaps between paving stones beautifully.

Cultivation

Site:	Likes full sun and light, well drained, preferably alkaline soil.
Propagation:	2-3" (5-8cm) stem cuttings with heel anytime but winter. Divide roots or layer stems in spring or autumn.
General Care:	Thin/transplant to 9-15" (23-28cm) apart. Prune frequently in summer. Protect in winter if in a cold area. Can be grown indoors in sunny position.
Harvest:	Pick leaves in summer, best when the flowers are blooming.

Preserve: Dry leaves. Infuse leaves in oil/vinegar.

Warning: Avoid high doses in pregnancy