Herb

Thyme

Tiny aromatic leaves – tucks into cracks and pots.

Sun

Full sun

Water

Low

Soil

Sandy, well-drained

Difficulty

Easy

Container

Yes

Edible part

Leaves

mediterraneandroughtperennial

Plants well with

Where to source

Get growing in United Kingdom

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Thompson & Morgan

Thompson & Morgan offers reliable thyme seed varieties suited to London's temperate climate and year-round growing.

Crocus

Crocus supplies established thyme plants in pots, ideal for immediate planting in London gardens or containers.

Suttons

Suttons provides thyme seeds with good germination rates, well-adapted to the UK's mild, moist conditions.