Overview
Thymus integer is a bushy, matforming alpine rockery in the genus Thymus, part of the Lamiaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Thymus integer grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens, mediterranean climate plants and flower borders and beds.
About
Thymus integer is a cultivar of the Thymus genus, which comprises evergreen, woody perennials with small, fragrant leaves. This bushy, matforming plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soils such as chalk, loam, or sand, preferring alkaline to neutral pH. It is hardy to UK zone H5 and suits a variety of garden settings including city, courtyard, cottage, and wildlife gardens. Flowering in spring and summer, it fits well in flower borders, beds, and Mediterranean-style gardens, benefiting from fertile soil and either sun or light shade exposure.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Thymus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Thymus integer size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery, Shrubs, Herbs - Culinary
- Habit
- Bushy, Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Mediterranean climate plants, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Thymus integer
- Propagation
- Seed, Division, Rooted basal stem cuttings in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Thymus integer?
Thymus integer prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Thymus integer need?
Thymus integer is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Thymus integer hardy in the UK?
Thymus integer has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Thymus integer?
Seed, Division, Rooted basal stem cuttings in spring.
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