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Thyme Seeds
Thymus vulgaris
Thyme seeds grow into fragrant foliage and flowers. One thing that always gets us thinking of summer is flowers on thyme. They look great and top it every time in the kitchen for us. Enjoy fragrant summer evenings and morning displays of bumblebee and butterfly visitors.
Approx 400 seeds
- Herbal
- Compact for Pots
- Sun Loving
- Hardy Perennial
Thyme Seeds – Quick Growing Guide
Thyme seeds are easy to grow and perfect for UK gardens. Sow from March to June. This hardy herb thrives in well-drained soil and full sun, making it ideal for cooking and attracting pollinators. Harvest leaves as needed for fresh flavour.
How to Sow, Grow and Harvest Thyme Seeds
- Sow:Mar–Jun
- Germination:14–28 days
- Grow:Full sun, well-drained soil, avoid waterlogging
- Water:Moderate; allow soil to dry between watering
- Harvest:Snip leaves regularly once established
- Best for:Pots, beds, windowsills
Thyme seeds develop into fragrant foliage and delicate flowers that bring summer charm to your garden. This versatile herb is a kitchen favourite and supports bees and butterflies. With its hardy nature and sun-loving habit, thyme is ideal for both novice and experienced gardeners.
Delivered within 2–3 working days. On its own, this packet ships letterbox delivery at £2.25. Fits through a standard letterbox, so no one needs to be home.
Delivery is priced on the size of your whole order, so adding more may move it into the next band:
- Letterbox delivery — small orders
- £2.25
- Standard delivery — most orders
- £4.50
- Standard delivery (multiple parcels) — large orders
- £7.50
- Free delivery (orders £60 and over)
- Free
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Grow in Your Garden
Grow Your Own Fragrant Thyme
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How to Grow
Start thyme seeds indoors from March to June in a sunny spot using well-drained soil, as this perennial thrives with plenty of sunlight and prefers drier conditions as it matures. Growing thyme 'Old English' in containers or garden beds suits its modest height of 0.3m and spread up to 0.65m.
Sowing
Scatter thyme seeds thinly onto damp, well-drained soil and lightly cover them. Place the pot or tray inside a clear, sealed container to maintain warmth and moisture, which encourages germination.
Growing
Once seedlings are large enough to handle, thin or pot them on to provide enough space for growth, ideally in a 25cm pot or similar container. Position plants in a sunny location to support their natural growth habit and airflow, which helps prevent disease.
Plant care
Trim the tips of thyme plants throughout the summer to promote bushier growth and maintain a compact shape. Water sparingly, especially during winter, and ensure containers have free-draining compost and are raised slightly to avoid waterlogging. Once established, thyme is hardy, drought-tolerant, and reliably perennial, making it low-maintenance in the garden or on balconies.
About Thyme
Ideal for pots and garden beds, thyme is pollinator-friendly, thrives in full sun, and is drought-tolerant once established.
- Herbal
- Compact for Pots
- Sun Loving
- Hardy Perennial
Eventual height & spread
-0.65m
0.3m
History of Thyme
The name 'Thyme' comes from the Greek word 'Thymus', meaning spirit. Historically, thyme was valued for its antiseptic properties and used as incense. Today, it remains a beloved herb for flavouring food and supporting garden biodiversity.
| Other Names | Garden thyme and pot-herb thyme |
|---|---|
| Pet/Baby Safe | Pet & Baby Safe |
FAQs
Yes, thyme is a hardy perennial herb. This is a perennial, so one sowing keeps going year after year rather than needing to be repeated each spring. Harvest: Snip leaves regularly once established. The harvest window runs June to September.
Sow seeds in well-drained soil, lightly cover, keep moist and warm until germination. Scatter thyme seeds thinly onto damp, well-drained soil and lightly cover them. Place the pot or tray inside a clear, sealed container to maintain warmth and moisture, which encourages germination.
Seedlings usually appear in 14–28 days. Sow from March to June.
Yes, thyme flowers attract bees and butterflies.
Yes — this is a straightforward packet to give, and what makes it work as a gift is mostly timing. Sowing runs March to June, so a packet given inside that window can go straight in, and one given outside it keeps perfectly well until the season comes round.
There are approximately 400 seeds in the packet, so there is plenty to share. On effort it looks after itself, which matters if you are giving it to someone new to growing. It suits pots, beds and windowsills, so it works for a small space as well as a garden.
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