Aromatic, fragrant leaves enhance culinary dishes with a savory, earthy flavor
Evergreen foliage provides year-round garden interest and visual appeal
Drought tolerant once established, reducing watering needs
Compact, low-growing habit ideal for ground cover, herb gardens, or containers
Non-GMO and open-pollinated seeds allow for saving and growing seed year after year
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Thyme (Thymus vulgaris): A Culinary Classic for Your Garden
Bring the aromatic and savory delight of Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) to your garden. This culinary classic is known for its fragrant leaves and versatile use in the kitchen. Explore the characteristics and optimal growing conditions of Thyme to enhance your garden and culinary creat
Botanical Name
Thymus vulgaris
Plant Type
Perennial herb
Days to Maturity
70–90 days
Hardiness Zones
USDA 5a–9b
Sunlight
Full sun
Spacing
9–12 inches apart
Planting Depth
1/4 inch
Mature Height
6–12 inches
Watering
Moderate, drought tolerant once established
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Seeds just arrived today. Looking forward to getting them in the ground.
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Sharron · July 9, 2026
Out of the four seed pods that I started only two of them germinated and out of those two that germinated I only had a few springs that came up and then they died off, which is absolutely ridiculous because I’ve grown everything else out of my own seeds from last year I should’ve never bought new seeds
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Beth · June 3, 2026
I'm so excited I got my seeds today they came in pretty Little Brown packages easy to store.