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Caraway Thyme
Scientific Name: Thymus herba-barona
Family: Lamiaceae

Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: All zones USDA: 7-10 Frost Tolerance: Evergreen in milder climates, hardy to 15° F (-9° C) Sun Exposure: Full sun to part sun Origin: Corsica and Sardinia Growth Habits: Woody-based perennial, fast growing to 3 to 6 inches tall (7.5-15 cm), 9 to 12 inches spread (22-30 cm); fragrant, oval to lanceolate dark green leaves with hairy margins, 0.25 inch long (6 mm) Watering Needs: Low to moderate water, prefers soil with low fertility, needs good drainage, root rot in poorly drained soils Propagation: Seeds in spring or fall, division, softwood cuttings in the spring, semi-hardwood cuttings in summer, layering

Cultural Practices:
Plant 10 to 12 inches apart as a ground cover (25-30 cm).

Blooming Habits:
The Caraway Thyme has heads of tiny tubular clear pink flowers in early summer.