Thymus vulgaris
Sun
6-8″ height
12-14″ width
Upright habit

Best in containers and the garden.

To keep your thyme looking and tasting its best, here are some guidelines for care:
Heat + drought tolerant
Low water needs (allow the soil to dry between waterings)
Fertilize once a month (easiest with a water soluble fertilizer or a granular slow release fertilizer)
Deer resistant

Commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine, and used with meats, beans, pasta and bread.

Additional varieties of thyme available include:
French Thyme