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Thyme is a hardy, aromatic herb that's as beautiful as it is useful. Its tiny, fragrant leaves add layers of flavor to countless dishes, while its low-maintenance nature and pollinator-friendly flowers make it a favorite for eco-conscious gardens, school projects, and community spaces. A true essential for any sustainable garden!
Seed Information
- Plant Type Herb
- Organic Yes
- Growing Difficulty Moderate
- Germination Time 14-28 Days
- Harvest Time 75-90 Days
- Best Season To Grow Spring, Early Sumner
- SunLight Needs Full Sun
- Water Requirements Low To Medium
- Height Of Maturity 20-40 CM
- None GMO Yes
- UK Native No (Mediterranean)
Thyme (Organic)
Thyme is a hardy, aromatic herb that's as beautiful as it is useful. Its tiny, fragrant leaves add layers of flavor to countless dishes, while its low-maintenance nature and pollinator-friendly flowers make it a favorite for eco-conscious gardens, school projects, and community spaces. A true essential for any sustainable garden! ✅ PDF Download:
🌿 Growing & Care Guide
Thyme is a low-growing, woody perennial herb prized for its earthy aroma, tiny edible leaves, and pollinator-attracting flowers. It’s ideal for small gardens, pots, rockeries, and organic food growing — thriving with little effort and offering year-round harvests.
🌿 Quick Facts
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Botanical Name: Thymus vulgaris
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Type: Perennial herb
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Sunlight: Full sun (6+ hours daily)
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Height: 6–12 inches (15–30 cm)
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Spacing: 8–12 inches apart
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Germination Time: 14–28 days
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Harvest Time: 90+ days from sowing
🌞 How to Grow
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Start Indoors: 6–8 weeks before the last frost.
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Surface Sow: Lightly press seeds onto moist soil — do not cover.
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Keep Warm: Maintain 20–22°C with bright light.
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Transplant Outdoors: After frost, into well-drained, sandy soil or containers.
💧 Care Tips
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Watering: Allow soil to dry between waterings — thyme dislikes soggy roots.
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Feeding: No feeding needed in poor to average soil — rich soil can reduce flavour.
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Pruning: Trim lightly after flowering to encourage compact growth.
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Great for Pots: Ideal for container gardens, borders, and even balcony railings.
🌼 Growing Sustainably
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Pollinator Friendly: Small pink/lavender flowers are loved by bees and butterflies.
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Low Input: Thrives in lean soil with minimal care — ideal for resource-smart gardens.
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Soil Enhancer: Thyme helps prevent erosion in dry areas and rock gardens.
✂️ Harvesting
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Pick stems as needed once the plant is 6+ inches tall.
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Best flavour comes just before flowering.
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Use fresh or dry by hanging stems in bunches, then strip and store leaves.
Tip: For strongest oils, harvest on warm, dry mornings after the dew has lifted.
❄️ Overwintering
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Hardy in most UK climates.
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In colder areas or heavy wet soil, mulch lightly or raise containers in winter.
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Trim back in early spring to encourage new growth.
🌿 Resilient, Fragrant & Bee-Friendly
At Urban Harvests Co, thyme represents lasting flavour, natural beauty, and low-maintenance sustainability. A tiny plant with a big role in your herb garden. 🌱💚
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