The foliage is aromatic, releasing a pleasant lemony scent when crushed. The golden colour adds ornamental value and looks gorgeous whether planted amongst other herbs into containers, as well as out into sprawling kitchen garden beds to complement other fruits, vegetables and herbs. Like many thyme varieties, Golden Thyme produces small, lavender to pinkish flowers in summer. While the flowers are not the main attraction, they contribute to the overall appeal of the plant and attract bees and butterflies for a feast. Flavour-wise, this variety is very similar to classic thyme but with a with a fresh subtle lemony twist. The leaves can be used in various culinary applications to add both flavour and visual interest to dishes from salads and soups to sandwiches and cocktails. This thyme variety typically has a lower, spreading growth habit. It forms a dense mat of foliage, making it an excellent choice for ground cover or as an edging plant in herb gardens, as well as for hanging baskets. Golden Thyme thrives in well-drained soil and prefers a sunny location. Like other thyme varieties, it is relatively drought-tolerant once established making it a great low-maintenance options for those of you who are short on time. If you want to get all the tips and tricks on how to grow thyme, be sure to check out our blog. Latin Name: Thymus pulegioides 'Aureus' Type: Evergreen, Perennial Soil Type: Free draining Where should I plant this variety? Full sun How tall does it grow? Approx. 25-45cm How much space does it need? Approx. 25-50cm When does it flower? Summer Top care tips: Prune regularly to avoid plant becoming leggy Delivery Information Golden Thyme. We love the bright, eye catching golden foliage of this variety. When pink flowers emerge from the foliage during summer is just gets better and better. Those attractive pink flowers seem to be enjoyed equally by both humans and bees which is really special too. This is a variety of Thyme that provides interest through the colder months too – when it is most welcome. Golden Thyme is perfect for planting in a pot on a sunny patio or within a free draining border. Gorgeous colour, fantastic scent and a perfect plant that can be enjoyed all year around. Delivery options explained Pre-order delivery option From January to March, customers are able to pre-order herbs for delivery later in spring, to ensure that you receive the unusual varieties that you desire. We begin dispatch of pre-orders from late March, once all items in your order are available for dispatch in one delivery, as some varieties will be available a little later in the year than others. You will receive notification when this dispatch takes place along with tracking information but if you would like an estimated delivery date after placing your pre-order, please do not hesitate to contact us. Order Now delivery option From late March to autumn, herbs will be available for immediate dispatch subject to their availability. We dispatch our fresh potted herbs Monday-Wednesday each week to avoid postal delays over the weekend. We aim to dispatch all fresh herb orders in less than seven days, i.e. an order placed Thursday-Sunday would likely be dispatched the following Monday. Orders placed Monday-Tuesday, we would aim to dispatch by the Wednesday of that week. If you have a specific dispatch date that you would like us to aim towards, please do not hesitate to let us know. We can't guarantee a particular date but will strive to do our best for you. Dispatch information All orders are dispatched via a next day courier, ensuring that your herbs reach you promptly and in good health. For customers in the Highlands and Channel Islands this is a 48-hour delivery service. (From 2021 onwards we are unable to ship to Northern Ireland.) Please note that we do not offer a collection service. Our site is not suitable to receive visitors and this is a rule that we have to apply universally out of respect to our neighbours and family. Packaging We aim to reuse packaging as much as possible. Your herbs will be delivered in taupe recyclable pots. We are moving over to using plastic blister cell packaging which contains at least 90% recycled content and is itself 100% recyclable. These things are important to you and are important to us. Customer satisfaction Occasionally due to circumstances beyond our control, problems can arise. If you are not satisfied in the condition of your plants upon reaching you, please contact us as soon as possible providing pictures so that we can deal with your enquiry and feedback to our courier service. We will endeavour to ensure a resolution is reached that leaves you satisfied.
