Tuesday is a Thymus vulgaris, commonly called Thyme · Common thyme.
Timeline
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Tuesday Thymus vulgaris
Found a leaf turning on Tuesday. Fall is here.
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Tuesday Thymus vulgaris
Measured Tuesday — two inches taller than last month.
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Tuesday Thymus vulgaris
Short days mean Tuesday slows down — watering less already.
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Tuesday Thymus vulgaris
Moved Tuesday away from the drafty door. Sorry, buddy.
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Tuesday Thymus vulgaris
Dusted Tuesday's leaves and the whole corner looks brighter.
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Tuesday Thymus vulgaris
First frost warning tonight — Tuesday comes inside for the winter.
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Tuesday Thymus vulgaris
Moved closer to the window — seems happier already.
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Tuesday Thymus vulgaris
Watered and rotated toward the sun.
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Tuesday Thymus vulgaris
Watered and rotated toward the sun.
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About this plant
Fun facts
- Thyme is one of the ingredients in the French herb blend bouquet garni.
- Thymol, thyme's main aromatic compound, has antiseptic properties and is used in mouthwash.
- Ancient Egyptians used thyme in embalming practices.
- Thyme produces small pink-purple flowers that are highly attractive to bees.
Photos
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Living wall
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