Product description
Thyme 'Broadleaved', often known as Common Thyme, is a popular perennial herb, famously prized as the essential, classic thyme for culinary use. The primary part used for its culinary value is its small, highly aromatic leaves, which provide a robust, earthy, and pungent flavour that is indispensable in kitchens. This flavour is a key ingredient in everything from roast dinners to stews and stuffings. However, its edibility doesn't stop there; the attractive, small pinkish-purple flowers are also edible and make a beautiful, fragrant garnish.
When it comes to planting and maintenance, this is an easy-to-grow, low, shrubby perennial, but it has very specific, non-negotiable requirements. It is extremely fussy about its light conditions and absolutely must have a location in full, direct sun to thrive and develop its best flavour. The main requirement for it to grow well is providing it with soil that is exceptionally well-drained, as it strongly dislikes "wet feet" and is very drought-tolerant once established. As an added benefit to the garden, its attractive flowers are known to be a major favourite of bees.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only - The plant will be supplied in a growers pot.
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Thyme 'Broadleaved'
Thyme 'Broadleaved'
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Product description
Thyme 'Broadleaved', often known as Common Thyme, is a popular perennial herb, famously prized as the essential, classic thyme for culinary use. The primary part used for its culinary value is its small, highly aromatic leaves, which provide a robust, earthy, and pungent flavour that is indispensable in kitchens. This flavour is a key ingredient in everything from roast dinners to stews and stuffings. However, its edibility doesn't stop there; the attractive, small pinkish-purple flowers are also edible and make a beautiful, fragrant garnish.
When it comes to planting and maintenance, this is an easy-to-grow, low, shrubby perennial, but it has very specific, non-negotiable requirements. It is extremely fussy about its light conditions and absolutely must have a location in full, direct sun to thrive and develop its best flavour. The main requirement for it to grow well is providing it with soil that is exceptionally well-drained, as it strongly dislikes "wet feet" and is very drought-tolerant once established. As an added benefit to the garden, its attractive flowers are known to be a major favourite of bees.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only - The plant will be supplied in a growers pot.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
As the Thyme 'Broadleaved' has such high thymol content, it is the best variety for infusing into honey to create a soothing syrup for sore throats. Simply fill a jar with sprigs, top with honey, and leave on a sunny windowsill for two weeks before straining.
How to Water
Thyme 'Broadleaved' is a drought-tolerant plant that requires very little supplemental water once established. Only water young plants or pots during extended dry periods, and never leave them sitting in water.
How to Plant
Choose a sunny spot with gritty, well-drained soil for Thyme 'Broadleaved' and plant firmly, ensuring the crown is not buried too deep.
