English Certified Organic Thyme

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Description

About English Thyme Plants

English Thyme or Thymus vulgaris, is recognized for its rounded green leaves and delicate light mauve flowers, is a cherished herb valued for its culinary versatility and ornamental beauty.

This herb’s versatility extends from the kitchen to garden landscapes, with its fragrant leaves enhancing a variety of dishes. From soups and sauces to meats and vegetables, English Thyme’s warm, slightly spicy flavor adds depth without overpowering. Its aromatic essence, reminiscent of mint and oregano, makes it an essential ingredient for culinary enthusiasts.

Thriving in full sun to partial shade and preferring well-drained soil, English Thyme adapts well to various settings, including raised beds, containers, or as a groundcover. With its resilience and adaptability, English Thyme remains a cherished herb for gardeners seeking both beauty and functionality.

Easy Care Tips for English Thyme

English Thyme is an organic herb that’s easy to cultivate! Thriving in full sun to partial shade, it prefers well-drained soil. After planting, water deeply, then sparingly during hot, dry spells to avoid overwatering. Lightly fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in spring to promote healthy growth and robust foliage.

Maintain adequate spacing of 12-15 inches between plants to accommodate its spread. This low-maintenance herb requires minimal pruning to retain its neat appearance. Harvest English Thyme by snipping off sprigs as needed throughout the growing season, promoting new growth and maintaining plant health. In colder climates, consider growing English Thyme as an annual or bringing it indoors during winter. However, in zones 5-9, where winters are milder, it remains evergreen, providing year-round beauty and culinary delight.

Our USDA-Certified Organic herbs come potted in quality soil and ready to plant!

Characteristics

Bloom Color Pink, Purple
Hardiness Zone Range 2 - 9, Outdoor Planting: 5 - 9
Pollination Not Required
Shade/Sun Partial Shade - Full Sun
Soil Moisture Well Drained
Years to Bear 1

Zone Compatibility

This Variety's Zone Range 2 - 9 Outdoors: 5 - 9
My Hardiness Zone ?
The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.
This item can be grown in colder climates if it's planted in a container and brought indoors during the winter months. If you're planting it outdoors in the ground, we recommend being within the outdoor zone range.

Pollination

Pollination is not required for this variety.

This variety does not require pollination to produce a harvestable crop.

Tools & Supplies

Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.

Planting & Care

Learn all about how to grow herbs in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.

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Why did you choose this?

Organic

because, i need a thyme plant for cooking! I have been unable to keep thyme plants alive, so im hoping this one will be different.

It is perennial for our zone.

Have another variety at home, but this type is my favorite. The flavor is excellent

I live in zone 10 B. I wanted to plant English Thyme. Is it compatible to my hardiness zone 10 B?

Our website has a special feature that will help you find the best plants for you to grow in your area. Simply enter your zip code in our Hardiness Zone Finder and as you browse our page, you’ll see a small check mark next to products that are hardy to your growing zone!

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Rated 5 out of 5
Jul 7, 2024
Healthy Plant
It is healthy and growing. Arrived well packaged. Starkbros is a reliable store.
Rated 5 out of 5
Jun 10, 2024
Excellent and doing well. Hope we get a lot of mileage.