Conehead Thyme grows slowly into a two foot wide mound that eventually reaches one to three feet in height. When it blooms, it is completely covered with incredibly spicy purple blossoms. Garnish salsa verde or guacamole with the hot little flowers of Conehead Thyme. Or, add the flowers with other chopped herbs like  and Thyme and add to salad dressings. 

The leaves are also quite hot and are traditionally used as a component in the Middle Eastern spice blend called Zatar. This blend can also include Pink Savory and Syrian Oregano.

You can see why the word thyme is associated with this plant. Look at those little needles which are definitely reminiscent of English Thyme. And, the flavor is like thyme with the heat turned up.

Plus, like thyme, Conehead Thyme is extremely attractive to bees. They know what's good!

If your garden is not quite warm enough in the winter for Conehead Thyme, grow it in our 12 Inch Square Planter outside through the summer and bring into a sunny room for the winter.

Conehead Thyme is one of the six plants chosen to be in our Edible Flower Herb Garden.

Height: 1to 2 Feet

Hardiness: Perennial
in Zones 8-11

Flower Color: Purple

Characteristics: Full Sun,
Evergreen,
Water Conserving

Uses: Culinary, Ornamental

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