{"product_id":"thymus-vulgaris-1","title":"Thymus Vulgaris","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThymus Vulgaris - Common Thyme | Aromatic Mediterranean Herb for Kitchen, Garden \u0026amp; Wellness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThymus vulgaris, commonly known as Common Thyme, is one of the most useful and rewarding herbs a gardener can grow. Native to the Mediterranean region, this evergreen aromatic plant has been cultivated for centuries for its culinary, ornamental, and traditional herbal uses. Its compact growth, intense fragrance, and remarkable resilience make it a favourite among herb enthusiasts and collectors alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is Thymus vulgaris? It is a perennial herb from the mint family (Lamiaceae) that forms dense cushions of small, narrow leaves rich in aromatic essential oils. These oils give thyme its unmistakable fragrance and flavour, making it an indispensable ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt TOMs FLOWer CLUB, we appreciate thyme not only for its practical value but also for its beauty. A mature plant develops into a neat, woody shrublet covered with tiny leaves and delicate summer flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. It is one of those plants that combines usefulness, biodiversity, and timeless garden appeal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy This Plant Stands Out\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic Mediterranean culinary and medicinal herb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrong aromatic fragrance rich in essential oils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvergreen foliage providing year-round interest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttractive white to pale purple flowers in summer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent plant for balconies, windowsills, terraces, and herb gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePollinator-friendly and beneficial for biodiversity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardy and long-lived when properly cultivated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrganically grown and not over-fertilised\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCultivated in a specially adapted self-mixed substrate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy to maintain and highly rewarding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Thymus vulgaris\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Common Thyme\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Perennial aromatic herb\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Compact, bushy, woody subshrub\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Small, narrow, highly aromatic evergreen leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Small white to pale purple flowers during summer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Culinary herb, medicinal plant, pollinator-friendly, drought tolerant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cooking, herbal tea, herb gardens, balcony pots, natural remedies, ornamental planting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollector Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile thyme is best known as a kitchen herb, experienced plant collectors often appreciate it for its historical significance and remarkable adaptability. Few plants combine ornamental value, fragrance, culinary use, and ecological importance as successfully as Thymus vulgaris.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike many herbs that become short-lived or weak after intensive cultivation, properly grown thyme develops into a durable, woody plant that can provide beauty and harvests for many years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full sun; the sunnier the location, the more aromatic the foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water regularly but sparingly. Allow the substrate to dry slightly between waterings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Prefers relatively dry air and good airflow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hardy; established plants tolerate winter conditions well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Well-drained mineral-organic substrate with excellent drainage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Trim regularly throughout the year to maintain a compact crown and encourage fresh growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional cultivation tips:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Container-grown plants benefit from winter protection during prolonged periods below -10°C. Simply wrap the pot with jute or fleece and protect it from excessive snow and winter wetness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCultivated with Care at TOMs FLOWer CLUB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt TOMs FLOWer CLUB, our philosophy is simple: quality before quantity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur thyme plants are cultivated organically, without excessive fertilisation or intensive greenhouse production. Slow, natural growth encourages strong root systems, compact development, and long-term vitality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach plant is established in a self-mixed substrate specially adapted for thyme, consisting of compost, sand, and clay granules. This blend provides excellent drainage while maintaining sufficient moisture and nutrient availability. Repotting is typically unnecessary for approximately 2–3 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is a healthy, robust plant that is ready to thrive for years to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat You Receive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive the exact plant size shown in the listing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour Thymus vulgaris is:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWell established and healthy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrganically cultivated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot over-fertilised\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanted in a new pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing in a specially tailored thyme substrate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady for immediate enjoyment on a sunny balcony, terrace, windowsill, or in the garden\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConclusion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you value thyme for its culinary versatility, its fragrant foliage, its traditional herbal uses, or its contribution to pollinator-friendly gardening, Thymus vulgaris remains one of the most rewarding plants you can grow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful combination of practicality, resilience, and Mediterranean charm that deserves a place in every plant collection and herb garden.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnjoy your new Thymus vulgaris from TOMs FLOWer CLUB.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"tomsflowerclub.ch","offers":[{"title":"1x Thymus Vulgaris - tree form","offer_id":56711469531522,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true},{"title":"1x Thymus Vulgaris - bush","offer_id":56711469662594,"sku":null,"price":19.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0534\/7734\/3406\/files\/Thymus-Vulgaris-medicinal-herbs-TOMs-FLOWer-CLUB-1-2.jpg?v=1781551568","url":"https:\/\/tomsflowerclub.ch\/products\/thymus-vulgaris-1","provider":"tomsflowerclub.ch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}