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Silver Thyme 'Argenteus' (Thymus vulgaris 'Argenteus'): Variegated Culinary Thyme

Overview

Silver thyme 'Argenteus' (Thymus vulgaris 'Argenteus'), also called 'Argentea', is a beautiful variegated cultivar of common thyme. Its green leaves are edged in creamy white, adding ornamental value to herb gardens and containers.

Botanical Details

Family:	Lamiaceae (lay-mee-AY-see-ee)
Genus:	Thymus (TY-muss)
Cultivar:	Argenteus
Additional cultivar information:	(aka Argentea)
Synonym:	Thymus vulgaris

Uses

Leaves have classic thyme flavor. Use fresh or dried in Mediterranean dishes. Low, spreading habit. Drought-tolerant. Attracts bees when flowering. Excellent edging plant.

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