Thyme 'Broadleaved'

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Thyme 'Broadleaved', often known as Common Thyme, is a popular perennial herb, famously prized as the essential, classic thyme for culinary use. The primary part used for its culin ary value is its small, highly aromatic leaves, which provide a robust, earthy, and pungent flavour that is indispensable in kitchens. This flavour is a key ingredient in everything from roast dinners to stews and stuffings. However, its edibility doesn't stop there; the attractive, small pinkish-purple flowers are also edible and make a beautiful, fragrant garnish. When it comes to planting and maintenance, this is an easy-to-grow, low, shrubby perennial, but it has very specific, non-negotiable requirements. It is extremely fussy about its light conditions and absolutely must have a location in full, direct sun to thrive and develop its best flavour. The main requirement for it to grow well is providing it with soil that is exceptionally well-drained, as it strongly dislikes "wet feet" and is very drought-tolerant once established. As an added benefit to the garden, its attractive flowers are known to be a major favourite of bees. Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only - The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Show more