Thyme seeds 0.2g

Aromatic Thyme Seeds

Thyme is a classic culinary herb, valued for its strong aroma and rich flavour. This useful herb is perfect for kitchen gardens, herb beds, raised beds, containers and sunny patio pots. It can be used fresh or dried, making it a practical choice for everyday cooking.

Thyme is especially popular in meat, fish and vegetable dishes, adding a warm, savoury flavour to homemade meals.

Plant Details

Plant type: Culinary herb
Best use: Fresh or dried herb, cooking, seasoning, kitchen gardens and containers
Sowing time: April to May
Planting out: May to June
Harvest period: From the beginning of August
Pack size: 0.2 g

Growing Information

Sow Thyme seeds for seedlings in April to May. Once seedlings are large enough to handle, prick them out and plant into beds in May to June.

Thyme grows best in a sunny position with light, well-drained soil. Water regularly while young plants are establishing, but avoid keeping the soil too wet.

For fresh or dried use, harvest thyme from the beginning of August, preferably on a dry day when the leaves are full of aroma.

Why You’ll Love It

Thyme is a must-have herb for home cooks and gardeners. It is easy to use in the kitchen and pairs beautifully with meat, fish, roasted vegetables, soups, stews and marinades.

This herb is also a lovely choice for containers, raised beds and small garden spaces, giving you fresh flavour close to the kitchen.