{"product_id":"thymus-vulgaris","title":"Thymus Vulgaris","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThyme \/ Common Thyme\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eThymus vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily: \u003c\/strong\u003eLamiaceae\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eMediterranean Basin (S Europe \u0026amp; N Africa)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen shrub (low, woody subshrub\/herb)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThymus vulgaris is a sun-loving, culinary and ornamental staple that thrives in Adelaide’s dry summers. Tight, aromatic foliage forms a neat, low mound that softens paths and rockwork, while masses of bee-magnet pale pink–lilac flowers cover the plant in late spring–summer. It’s heat, wind and coastal tolerant, looks great year-round, and perfumes your hands every time you brush past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–30 cm H x 30–60+ cm W (mounding, spreading)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15-30 cm per year (spread) under good conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tiny, aromatic grey-green leaves on fine woody stems; edible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale pink to lilac blooms mainly late spring–summer (spot-flowering into autumn in warm spells)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Interest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen mound with peak flower show in late spring–summer; subtle winter bronze tints in cold pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent bee and beneficial insect plant; flowers rich in nectar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought, heat \u0026amp; coastal tolerant once established; light frost hardy; thrives in poor, well-drained soils; dislikes waterlogging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e Edging: 3–5 plants per metre; Groundcover: 6–9 plants per m²; Pots: one per 20–30 cm pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePet Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally safe\/edible (culinary herb); avoid pets consuming large quantities of essential-oil-rich foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (6–8+ hrs\/day) for best flavour, density and flowering; tolerates light part shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining sandy\/loam\/gravelly soils; mound or raise beds on clay; avoid soggy spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Needs: \u003c\/strong\u003eEstablishment: 2 deep soaks\/week for 6–8 weeks. Established: deep soak every 14–21 days in summer (more in heatwaves\/pots); rarely in winter if dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shear lightly after flowering to keep compact (don’t cut into old brown wood); harvest often; minimal fertiliser (too much = leggy); gravel mulch for airflow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–8+ years (renew by cuttings\/division every few years if woody)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suited to temperate and Mediterranean SA gardens, including coastal areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral to alkaline preferred; thrives in limestone soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape \u0026amp; Design Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEdging for paths, veg beds and herb spirals (releases scent when brushed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRock\/gravel gardens and between pavers for a Mediterranean look\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCulinary containers near the kitchen; combine with rosemary, sage and oregano\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You Will Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautiful eat-with-your-eyes herb—silver-green cushions, a haze of pink flowers for the bees, and that unmistakable thyme aroma. Ultra-low maintenance, water-wise and versatile, it’s the perfect Adelaide filler for sunny borders, pots and productive gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Adelaide Plant Co","offers":[{"title":"140mm Pot","offer_id":47355964358908,"sku":"THYM-VULG-140MM","price":22.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/9282\/0220\/files\/thymus-vulgaris-common-thyme-140mm-flower-adelaide-plant-co.jpg?v=1771298541","url":"https:\/\/adelaideplantco.com.au\/products\/thymus-vulgaris","provider":"Adelaide Plant Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}