thyme - Jekka's
Jekka's thyme or Thymus 'Jekka'
Introduced by the renowned herb grower Jekka McVicar, this is an outstanding thyme that has one of the best flavours. Use the...
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Plant description
Introduced by the renowned herb grower Jekka McVicar, this is an outstanding thyme that has one of the best flavours. Use the leaves to jazz up chicken, fish and vegetable dishes - and admire the small pink or white summer flowers, which will help attract beneficial pollinating insects.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
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- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Thymus Jekka:
After flowering cut back hard using garden shears to retain a neat compact shape. Lift and divide large clumps in early spring.
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