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Perennial herb. The pink flowers attract bees.

Thymus vulgaris, also know as common or garden thyme, is a hardy perennial herb from the Mediterranian. Grows to about 30 cm tall, an ideal rockery plant. Used widely in traditional English dishes.

Sow from March onwards inside in small pots or trays.
Finely cover the seeds with sieved compost and place the tray in a polythene bag at about 18 Celsius. Germination can take up to two weeks.  

When seedling are large enough to handle, transplant them into individual pots in rich compost.

After all risk of frost has passed, plant into final position, 30 cm apart.