Caraway thyme
Thymus herba-barona · Thymes · Mint family
Also known as: Herba Barona
Very easy10–25cmPet-friendlyEdible
Caraway thyme care at a glance
Caraway thyme (Thymus herba-barona) needs little water and prefers to grow in full sun.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests & Diseases on Caraway thyme
Possible pests on Caraway thyme include Aphids and Spider mites. A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Grey mould. Caraway thyme is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Aphids Low
- Spider mites Low
Disease
- Root rot High
- Grey mould Medium
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Frequently asked questions about Caraway thyme
- Which pests affect Caraway thyme?
- Possible pests on Caraway thyme include Aphids and Spider mites.
- Which diseases affect Caraway thyme?
- A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Grey mould.
- Is Caraway thyme toxic to cats and dogs?
- Caraway thyme is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Caraway thyme need?
- Caraway thyme has a low water requirement.
- What light does Caraway thyme need?
- Caraway thyme prefers to grow in full sun. Around 6 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is Caraway thyme frost-hardy?
- Caraway thyme is frost-hardy and tolerates frost. Its lower limit is around -12 °C.
- Can you eat Caraway thyme?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: leaves and flowers.