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English Thyme, 4" pot

Thymus vulgaris

★★★★★ 3 reviews

$8.25

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🐾 Pet-safe

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Tiny gray-green leaves, a woody, low-growing habit, and a warm, earthy aroma make English thyme the backbone of stocks, roasts, and pan sauces. It is a tough, sun-loving herb that thrives in gritty soil, rock gardens, and containers, and it produces clouds of pale pink flowers that bees love in early summer. We grow ours in the Portland greenhouse without synthetic pesticides. It is hardy in zones 5–9, needs little water once established, and is safe for cats and dogs.

Botanical name
Thymus vulgaris
Light
Full sun
Water
Water when the top 2 inches of soil are dry; drought tolerant
Pet safety
Non-toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA)
Care level
Easy
Mature height
6–12 inches
Size
4" pot

Care tips

  • Plant in the sunniest spot you have with fast-draining soil; wet soil is the main enemy.
  • Shear lightly after flowering to keep the plant compact and prevent woody growth.
  • Harvest sprigs as needed and dry extras by hanging in a cool, airy place.

Specifications

Pot size4" nursery pot
MaterialPlastic nursery pot with organic potting mix
Drainage holeYes
Hardiness zones5–9
Grown withoutSynthetic pesticides
Item numberPL-119

Reviews (3) · 4.7 out of 5

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