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Thymus spp.
Thyme
Low aromatic herb with small leaves. Keep the base airy and out of standing water.
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All-purpose plant food
Optional extra
Miracle-Gro Liquid Fertilizer for Home Gardening 250ml/1.45L
For edible crops, check label suitability and directions before feeding. Fertiliser does not guarantee flowering or harvest.
Plant characteristics & growing tips
Thyme · Thymus spp.
Plant characteristics
- Light
- Full sun
- Habit
- Aromatic herb for a sunny pot
- Character
- Low aromatic herb with small leaves
- Root medium
- Very well-drained mix
- Display
- Leafy growth with seasonal flowers
- Supplied size
- 10–30 cm
Hong Kong growing tips
- Wet weather
- Keep the base airy and out of standing water
- Harvesting tips
- Trim young leafy stems without stripping old wood
- Rain shelter
- Keep the pot out of repeated soaking
- Drainage
- Use an open drain and no standing saucer water
- Clipping
- Take soft tips while keeping healthy foliage
- Air movement
- Avoid tightly packed humid herb clusters
References
Planting & styling guide
Settling in & repotting
- Choose a position with full sun, allowing room for the plant to grow.
- Use very well-drained mix. Keep the original planting depth and drainage clear.
- Keep the base airy and out of standing water.
Care in Hong Kong
- Harvesting tipsTrim young leafy stems without stripping old wood
- Rain shelterKeep the pot out of repeated soaking
- DrainageUse an open drain and no standing saucer water
Plants to pair with it
Arrange in separate pots so light, water and space can be managed for each plant.
Size guide
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Frequently asked questions
Thyme
Can it share a wet planter with basil?
Thyme generally prefers drier, more freely draining roots. Separate pots make these different watering needs easier to manage.
Will a woody centre become leafy if I add more feed?
Feed cannot reliably restore bare old wood. Use light regular tip pruning and renew tired plants when necessary.
Does drought tolerance mean a small pot never needs water?
No. Check the root mix and water when needed; limited pot volume dries differently from an established garden plant.
Should I repot on delivery day?
Check root condition and drainage first. Avoid unnecessary disturbance to a healthy newly arrived plant; repot when roots or the medium require it.
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Is delivery included?
Free-delivery thresholds depend on your area and order total: HK$500+ for Tung Chung / South Lantau, over HK$800 for Discovery Bay, and HK$1,000+ for other areas. Check the delivery fee at checkout.
Will you bring it inside?
With lift access, plants can be placed indoors. For walk-up buildings, standard delivery is to the building entrance. Stair carrying is extra and should be arranged in advance.
Can I collect it from the nursery?
Yes. Pickup is available at 20D Lo Wai Village, Pui O, Monday–Saturday, 10am–5pm. Please make an appointment once your order is ready.