Common thyme (Thymus vulgaris) in a P9 pot
Common thyme is a classic and versatile culinary herb with small, aromatic green leaves and a strong, spicy flavor. It's essential in Mediterranean dishes, soups, stews, and herb blends. Its purple flowers also add color in summer and attract bees and other beneficial insects.
The compact plant grows to about 20–30 cm tall and is winter hardy, easy to maintain and ideal for a herb garden, pot or border.
Plant in a sunny spot in well-drained, rather poor to moderately nutrient-rich soil. Water sparingly and prune in spring to keep the shrub compact and vigorous. Regularly harvesting leaves encourages new growth.
Organic/non-organic
This planting material comes from a small-scale grower without an official organic certificate. But don't worry, we're certain it's pesticide-free.
Stronger plants, honest photos
Our plants are grown outdoors and are completely winter-hardy. They aren't young greenhouse plants, but stronger, perennials that have been growing for a while and therefore have a well-developed root system. By growing in wind, rain, and temperature fluctuations, they are better hardened, more robust, and adapt more quickly after planting than herbs grown in a warm greenhouse this year. Conservatory plants often look greener and fuller, but are younger and less resilient.
Because our plants follow the natural rhythm of the seasons, they can look bare or less attractive in winter. Many perennials die back (partially) above ground and store their energy underground. Sometimes the pot may seem empty, but don't worry: the strong roots are alive and will ensure the plant sprouts vigorously again in spring.
The photos show what the plants look like in winter, so you get a fair idea of what you'll receive if you order in the spring.