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Below is a list of all known varietals for Thyme. Click on a varietal name to view more detailed information.
| Varietal Name | Description | Soil Texture | pH Range | Organic Matter | Salinity Level | Hardiness Zone | Humidity | Water (in/wk) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caraway Thyme | A low-growing, culinary variety with a distinct caraway scent and flavor. It is often used in cooking with pork. | Sandy Soil | < 5.0 | Very Low (< 1%) | 6A | Very Low | ||
| Common Thyme | The most widely used culinary thyme, known for its strong, earthy flavor. It is a small, woody perennial with tiny gray-green leaves. | Sandy Soil | < 5.0 | Very Low (< 1%) | 4A | Very Low | ||
| Creeping Thyme | A low-growing, ornamental variety that spreads to form a dense mat. It is often used as a ground cover and can tolerate light foot traffic. | Sandy Soil | < 5.0 | Very Low (< 1%) | 4A | Very Low | ||
| Doone Valley Thyme | A beautiful creeping variety with green and gold leaves and a strong lemony fragrance. It is both a good ground cover and a culinary herb. | Sandy Soil | < 5.0 | Very Low (< 1%) | 5A | Very Low | ||
| Elfin Thyme | A miniature variety of Creeping Thyme that forms a dense, compact mat just a few inches high. It is one of the smallest thymes available. | Sandy Soil | < 5.0 | Very Low (< 1%) | 4A | Very Low | ||
| English Thyme | A hearty and robust variety of common thyme with broader leaves and a strong, traditional thyme flavor. It is an excellent choice for general cooking. | Sandy Soil | < 5.0 | Very Low (< 1%) | 5A | Very Low | ||
| French Thyme | A variety of common thyme with narrow, pointed leaves and a refined, slightly less pungent flavor, highly valued in French cuisine. | Sandy Soil | < 5.0 | Very Low (< 1%) | 5A | Very Low | ||
| German Thyme | Also known as Winter Thyme, this variety is prized for its hardiness and robust flavor. It is an excellent choice for colder climates. | Sandy Soil | < 5.0 | Very Low (< 1%) | 4A | Very Low | ||
| Golden Lemon Thyme | A striking variegated variety of lemon thyme with gold-colored foliage. It has a strong lemon scent and is excellent for cooking. | Sandy Soil | < 5.0 | Very Low (< 1%) | 4A | Very Low | ||
| Lemon Thyme | A popular variety known for its distinctive lemon scent and flavor, making it perfect for chicken, fish, and teas. | Sandy Soil | < 5.0 | Very Low (< 1%) | 5A | Very Low | ||
| Orange Balsam Thyme | A variety with a unique, sweet orange fragrance and flavor, perfect for desserts and beverages. | Sandy Soil | < 5.0 | Very Low (< 1%) | 5A | Very Low | ||
| Silver Thyme | An attractive variety with small, gray-green leaves edged in silver. It has a strong flavor and is popular for both culinary and ornamental use. | Sandy Soil | < 5.0 | Very Low (< 1%) | 5A | Very Low | ||
| Woolly Thyme | An ornamental variety with soft, fuzzy gray leaves. It is a non-culinary type, primarily used as a drought-tolerant ground cover. | Sandy Soil | < 5.0 | Very Low (< 1%) | 5A | Very Low |