Thymus longicaulis 'Odoratus'

Name: Thymus longicaulis Odoratus – Thym rampant très parfumé, couvre-sol aromatique
Brand: Thymus
SKU: pda257-9
Price: 4.9 EUR
Availability: InStock

€4,90

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Thymus longicaulis 'Odoratus', also known as Broad-leaved Thyme or Lemon Thyme, is a fast-growing, aromatic ground cover perfect for low-maintenance landscaping.

It features strongly scented green leaves and delicate lilac-pink flowers that bloom in early summer, attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

This hardy Mediterranean perennial is not only visually striking, but also functional — making it an excellent lawn substitute in regions with dry summers or poor soil.

Flowering	July, August
Exposure	Full Sun
Frost Tolerance	-15°C to -20°C
Size	0.2m H x 0.5m W
Soil	Sandy, Well-Draining
Origin	Mediterranean

pda257-9

€4,90

In stock

🪴9x9 cm

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🌱 Grown in our nursery

Evergreen aromatic foliage: Lush green leaves persist through winter, producing a strong fragrance when crushed.

Pollinator-friendly: Loved by bees and butterflies.

Foot traffic: Tolerates light foot traffic; sturdy stems withstand occasional passing so can work as a drought-tolerant lawn substitute.

Growth habit: Forms fast-spreading mats of thin, wiry stems that root easily and naturally suppress weeds.

Sunlight: Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Soil: Thrives in well-drained, rocky, or poor soils.

Interesting fact about thyme!

Like many Mediterranean plants adapted to drought, thyme develops a dual root system.

Firstly, there is the central taproot, which plays a fundamental role by penetrating deeply into the soil or the cracks in rocks.

Secondly, there is a superficial network of very long rootlets capable of capturing even the slightest surface moisture.

The plant is also capable of releasing molecules from its roots that inhibit the germination of other plants through a phenomenon known as allelopathy, which ultimately reduces the need for weeding.

A very useful thing to know for those who would like to reduce their weeding times!