Large Thyme – Thymus pulegiodes

Plant : Thyme is often grown in herb gardens for its strongly aromatic scent.  It has creeping branches and erect square stems, which reach 30 cm in height.  It is a member of the Lamiceae family and is very attractive to many types of pollinators.

Flower : The canopy of the plant becomes covered in tiny white or purple flowers, which grow in groups at the end of the stems.  It has a long flowering period, between May and August.

Pollen : Click here to see more about Thymus pulegiodes pollen.

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