Thymus vulgaris 'Silver Edge' ~ Silver Edge Thyme
Silver Edge Thyme is an aromatic, edible, mat-forming herbaceous perennial used for flavoring food. The tiny green foliage with messy cream to silver margins and silver highlights are supported by upright stems. Waves of tiny lavender-pink flowers bloom in mid summer. Grows best with full sun and well-drained soils. Drought tolerant. Type: Perennial Height: 0.5 - 1' Spread: 0.5’ - 1' Spacing: 1’ USDA Hardiness Zone: 5 - 8 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: Pink Season of Interest: Summer MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Susceptible to root rot if soil poorly-drains or too moist. LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Rock Gardens, Path Fillers, and Containers. COMPANION PLANTS: Catmint, Strawberry, Lavender IMAGE: Photos by Proven Winners, Silver Edge Thyme