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Thymus vulgaris 'Narrow Leaf French' (French thyme)
Thymus vulgaris 'Narrow Leaf French' (French thyme)
Compact upright culinary thyme • Narrow evergreen leaves and pale pink blooms • Great for knot gardens & sunny borders in Zones 5–9
📦 Shipping is charged at real carrier rates.We don’t mark up shipping—costs reflect distance from our nursery and careful plant packing.
🌱 6-plant minimum per order — mix & match any varieties
📦 Ships in a 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot — well-rooted & ready to plant
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Narrow Leaf French thyme is a compact, upright evergreen herb with fine-textured foliage and soft pinkish-purple flowers. The narrow leaves give the plant a refined look, making it especially suited for edging, knot gardens, and small topiaries.
This is an excellent culinary thyme with strong, traditional flavor. While it closely resembles ‘Orange Balsam’ in appearance, the scent and taste are distinct. Plants stay tidy and respond well to light trimming, which makes them easy to shape and maintain.
In summer, clusters of pale pink to lavender blooms attract bees and other pollinators. Once established, it thrives in full sun and sharply drained soil.
WHY GARDENERS GROW IT
- Upright, compact habit
- Narrow, fine-textured leaves
- Excellent culinary flavor
- Suitable for topiary and knot gardens
- Evergreen foliage in mild climates
- Pollinator friendly
HOW IT GROWS
- Plant type: Evergreen shrub herb
- Sun: Full sun
- Soil: Well-drained soil
- Water: Moderate to establish, low once established
- Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–9
- Growth habit: Upright, compact
Good drainage is essential. Thyme does not tolerate heavy, wet soil.
SIZE & BLOOM
- Height × Width: ~1 ft. × 1.5 ft.
- Flower color: Pale pinkish-purple
- Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
- Foliage: Narrow evergreen leaves
PLANTING TIPS
- Plant in sunny, open sites
- Avoid heavy or compacted soil
- Trim lightly after flowering
- Harvest regularly to maintain shape
- Suitable for containers and raised beds
CULINARY USES
Flavor is classic and robust.
Best for:
- Roasted vegetables
- Poultry and lamb
- Soups and stews
- Herb blends
- Fresh or dried use
BEST USES
- Culinary herb gardens
- Knot gardens
- Small topiary forms
- Edging plantings
- Containers
HOW TO KNOW IT’S RIGHT FOR YOU
Choose Narrow Leaf French Thyme if you:
- Want a compact culinary herb
- Prefer upright growth
- Garden in full sun
- Enjoy shaping herbs
- Need a hardy perennial
POT SIZE: 2⅜” square x 3¾” deep band pot
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What to Expect With Your Plants
What size plants will I receive?
Most plants ship in 2 3/8” x 3 3/4” band pots—ideal for healthy root growth.
Top growth varies by variety and season, but every plant arrives well-rooted, actively growing, and ready to plant.
Grown naturally without artificial heat or lights, our plants are hardy, adaptable, and ready to thrive in real garden conditions.
When will my plants ship?
We schedule plant orders based on your area’s average last frost date and when each plant is truly ready to ship. You’ll receive an email with your estimated ship date once your order is scheduled.
Orders ship Monday–Wednesday via UPS or USPS (2–3 day service), so your plants arrive before the weekend and spend less time in transit. Shipping begins in spring—usually mid-April—when weather and plant health align, so your plants arrive strong, well-rooted, and ready to thrive.
Do you guarantee your plants?
We stand behind our plants and our packing process. While we can't control weather or how plants are cared for after arrival, we do guarantee that your plants will arrive healthy and in good condition. If there's an issue, just reach out and we're happy to help.
Are your plants inspected for plant health and disease?
Yes. Our nursery is inspected at least twice each year by the Oregon Department of Agriculture and meets state plant health and disease standards.
Why does shipping cost what it does for live plants?
Shipping live plants requires careful packaging, seasonal timing, and fast transit to ensure they arrive healthy.
Our shipping rates are calculated in real time based on box size, weight, and destination, and we always select the best available option for safe, timely delivery.
We never inflate shipping costs — you pay what it costs us to ship your order safely.
Have more questions?
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