Thymus marschallianus — a medium houseplant, prefers full sun light
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Thymus marschallianus

Thymus Marschallianus

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A note from PlantMom

Thymus pulegioides subsp. pannonicus has strong resistance to disease and is generally not prone to illness. Nonetheless, it can be vulnerable to pests and diseases present in its vicinity. These infections are typically not severe. Regarding care, this plant needs a moderate level of maintenance. It should be pruned regularly to maintain a tidy appearance and encourage healthy growth. Fertilizing can also help enhance flowering. Thymus pulegioides subsp. pannonicus is appropriate for people with outdoor areas like a garden or patio and does not demand extensive horticultural experience. It may need more attention when grown indoors.

— PlantMom
CARE GUIDE

How to keep Thymus Marschallianus.

Light

Thymus pulegioides subsp. pannonicus is a perennial, herbaceous plant that likes sunlight and originates from open habitats, commonly occurring in meadows and grasslands. It prefers full sun but can also tolerate partial sun.

Temperature

Thymus pulegioides subsp. pannonicus can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, though its distribution can still be restricted by various combinations of moisture and heat. It performs best in warm summer conditions with sufficient rainfall or irrigation. Extended periods of cloudy, rainy weather or prolonged high heat can raise the chance of Thymus pulegioides subsp. pannonicus dying. In winter, adequate protection from cold improves the plant's survival rate.

Fertilizer

The best time to fertilize Thymus pulegioides subsp. pannonicus is in early spring, when it is coming out of dormancy and beginning active growth. Fertilization supplies important nutrients needed for healthy development. Although Thymus pulegioides subsp. pannonicus has relatively low fertilizer requirements, applying fertilizer annually can improve its survival and encourage better, longer-lasting flowers.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Thymus
Family
Lamiaceae
Hardiness Zone
5-9
Mature Height
10 cm to 30 cm
Mature Spread
20 cm to 40 cm
Leaf Color
Dark Green, Forest Green
Leaf Type
Semi-evergreen
Flower Color
Pink, Lavender
Flower Size
0.51 cm to 0.76 cm
Bloom Time
Early summer, Mid summer
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Late summer, Early fall
Native Area
Austria, Slovakia, Montenegro, Croatia, Slovenia, Belarus, Russia, Germany, Romania, France, Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Poland, Ukraine, Serbia, China, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Italy, Spain, Hungary
ALSO KNOWN AS

Other names.

en Eurasian thyme en Hungarian thyme
PLATES
Thymus marschallianus leaf
PLATE 01 · leaf
Thymus marschallianus flower
PLATE 02 · flower
Thymus marschallianus flower
PLATE 03 · flower
Thymus marschallianus fruit
PLATE 04 · fruit
Thymus marschallianus fruit
PLATE 05 · fruit
Thymus marschallianus habit
PLATE 06 · habit
ALSO IN THE LIBRARY

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