Thyme Common Garden Seeds Organic (Thymus vulgaris) Aromatic perennial herb used in cooking and medicine. Drought-tolerant and perfect for borders, containers, and pollinator gardens.

Minimum: 250+ Seeds

Aromatic Culinary Classic with Pollinator Power

Fragrant, flavorful, and full of charm—Common Thyme is a must-have perennial herb for cooks, gardeners, and pollinators alike. This low-growing Mediterranean native thrives in sun-soaked spaces and brings earthy depth to everything from roasted vegetables to herbal teas.

As a drought-tolerant, cold-hardy groundcover, thyme is ideal for borders, containers, rock gardens, and pollinator patches. With tiny, pale purple blooms that bees adore and aromatic foliage prized for both cooking and herbal remedies, it’s as useful as it is beautiful.

🍃 Why Grow Common Thyme?

• 🌸 Aromatic & Edible: Earthy, savory flavor for cooking, teas, and herbal medicine

• 🐝 Pollinator-Friendly: Blooms attract bees and beneficial insects all summer long

• 🌿 Hardy Perennial: Returns year after year in zones 4–9 with minimal care

• 💧 Drought-Tolerant: Thrives in dry, well-drained soils once established

• 🪴 Compact & Versatile: Perfect for small gardens, raised beds, containers, and edging

• 🍽️ Medicinal Herb: Traditionally used to soothe coughs, aid digestion, and support the immune system

🌎 Best For:

• Herb gardens and edible landscapes

• Rock gardens, xeriscapes, and dry borders

• Medicinal and apothecary gardens

• Pollinator-focused plantings

• Container gardening and patio pots

• Companion planting with tomatoes, cabbage, and eggplant

🌱 Planting & Growing Info:

• Botanical Name: Thymus vulgaris

• Type: Perennial herb

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Sowing: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or direct sow after danger of frost has passed

• Planting Depth: Lightly cover seeds; needs light to germinate

• Spacing: 8–12 inches apart

• Soil: Light, well-drained, low-fertility soils

• Height: 6–12 inches

• Zones: USDA 4–9

• Days to Germinate: 14–21

• Bloom Time: Early to mid-summer

🧠 Pro Tips:

• Trim regularly to encourage bushier growth and prevent woodiness

• Avoid overwatering—thyme thrives in dry conditions

• Harvest leaves just before flowering for peak flavor

• Pair with rosemary, lavender, and sage in a Mediterranean-themed herb garden

• Let some bloom for pollinators—bees love the flowers!

🧄 A Garden Essential for Food, Medicine & Bees

Organic Common Thyme is more than just a kitchen staple—it's a resilient, beautiful plant that brings fragrance, flavor, and ecological value to any space. Whether you're cooking up a storm or building a bee haven, this herb belongs in your garden.