General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Partial or Dappled Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Dry Mesic
Dry
Leaves: Evergreen
Fragrant
Suitable Locations: Beach Front
Houseplant
Uses: Erosion control
Groundcover
Culinary Herb
Suitable for miniature gardens
Resistances: Drought tolerant
Pollinators: Moths and Butterflies
Flies
Bees
Containers: Suitable in 1 gallon
Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs repotting every 2 to 3 years

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Common names
  • Caraway Thyme

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Location: State Arboretum of Virginia
Date: Winter (12/19/2020)

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