Greater Wild Thyme Seeds for Planting – Thymus pulegioides Purple Flowering Aromatic Perennial Herb
Seed Details & Growing Guide
All the essential information to grow healthy, vibrant flowers.
- Seed Type Herb Seeds
- Plant Type Perennial Aromatic Herb
- Germination Time 7-21 days
- Sowing Depth 0.5-1 cm
- Plant Spacing 20-30 cm
- Sunlight Full sun (6-8 hours daily)
- Soil Type Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
- Watering Moderate watering; allow topsoil to dry slightly between waterings
- Ideal Temperature 15-25°C
- Blooming Time Flowers in 2-3 months after sowing; blooms mid to late summer
- Suitable For Garden beds, rock gardens, containers
- Seed Storage Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container
- Special Care Provide good drainage; shear after flowering to maintain compact form
Description
Greater Wild Thyme is a perennial aromatic herb. It is suitable for garden beds, rock gardens, and containers. Sow 0.5-1 cm deep and space plants 20-30 cm apart in full sun and well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Water moderately, allowing the topsoil to dry slightly between waterings. Germination takes 7-21 days, with ideal growing temperatures of 15-25°C. Flowers appear 2-3 months after sowing, blooming mid to late summer; shear after flowering to keep a compact form.