• Choose between multiple varieties of Thyme to offer year-round fragrance and culinary flavour to you garden. Common thyme is perfect for use in the kitchen, while Silver Queen Thyme is renowned for its variegated foliage and ornamental appeal. Both of these varieties are easy to grow, drought tolerant (once established) and attract many pollinators.
• Ideal for herb gardens, borders, rockeries & patio containers - Thyme thrives in sunny locations with soil that drains well. Whether you're creating a kitchen garden or adding texture to your garden, these hardy herbs are a reliable choice that offer practicality throughout the year.

Light Required Full Sun

Watering Water regularly until established. Once mature, water only during prolonged dry periods, allowing the soil to dry slightly between watering.

Best Growing Conditions Thrives in full sun and well-drained sandy, chalky or loamy soil. Ideal for herb gardens, rockeries, borders and containers. Avoid waterlogged conditions.

Plant genus Thymus

Common Name Thyme

Plant type Herbs

Hardiness Hardy

Soil acidity Any Soil

Planting aspect South Facing

Flower colour Pale Pink

Leaf colour Green

Growth Rate Moderate

Edible Use The fragrant leaves can be harvested year-round and used fresh or dried to flavour meats, vegetables, soups, stuffing, sauces and herb butter.

Planting Companion Rosemary, Sage, Lavender

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