Wild thyme

Lemon creeping thyme is a fragrant perennial that will instantly surprise you with its fresh citrus scent. The native species grow on sunny, dry rocky slopes, which is why it performs best here in full sun and well-drained, rather sandy soil. It forms dense, low cushions twenty to thirty centimeters high, which become covered in a profusion of tiny pink flowers from June to July. These provide a rich source of nectar, attracting bees, bumblebees, and other pollinators. You will receive an established seedling in a pot, ready to be planted directly into the border or a large patio container. Creeping thyme is low-maintenance, pest- and disease-free, and easy for beginners to look after. It survives frosts down to minus eighteen degrees, provided it is planted in a drier spot to avoid winter waterlogging. It pairs beautifully with other herbs and finer drought-tolerant perennials in borders. Its green leaves are edible and useful in the kitchen for summer drinks and flavoring dishes. You can also dry them, as they retain excellent aroma. In the garden, it functions wonderfully as both a ground cover and a fragrant sensory element.

Doone Valley creeping thyme is a fragrant ground-cover perennial that will enliven any sunny spot in the garden. The native species grow on dry hillsides, so this variety also thrives best in direct sun and well-drained, rather sandy soil. It is a completely low-maintenance plant that even beginners can easily grow. It is disease-free, avoided by pests, and easily survives frosts down to minus twenty-three degrees. From the potted seedling you receive, it will quickly establish into a dense carpet after planting. This variety catches the eye immediately with its yellow-green variegated foliage and lemon scent. From June to July, the display is enhanced by pink flowers, which act as a reliable magnet for bees and other pollinators. It is perfectly suited for edging borders, dry stone walls, or softening pathway edges. Both flowers and leaves are excellent for drying and culinary use. A major bonus is its changing winter appearance, when low temperatures turn the entire plant into stunning dusty pink tones.

The fragrant Silver King creeping thyme is a staple of both country and modern gardens, acting as an easy-care, highly decorative herb. In its natural habitat, it grows on dry rocky slopes and sun-drenched meadows. That is exactly why it will appreciate full sun and drier, well-drained soil in your garden too. You will receive an established seedling in a pot, ready to be planted out so you can immediately enjoy its beauty. The Silver King cultivar stands out with its bushy habit and striking silvery variegated leaves that emit an intense lemon fragrance. In summer, it produces a profusion of delicate pink flowers. These are a massive draw for bees and butterflies, bringing the space beautifully to life. Growing it is a breeze even for complete beginners; the plant is pest-resistant, disease-free, and withstands severe frosts. It fits seamlessly into mixed drought-tolerant planting schemes and is a perfect choice for herb spirals. Furthermore, its fragrant, edible leaves are excellent in the kitchen, whether used fresh in summer salads or carefully dried for homemade potpourri and teas.