Herb
Thyme
Thymus vulgaris
Monrovia® varieties
Varieties We Carry
SummerThymus vulgarisStandardThymus vulgarisGermanThymus vulgaris
Sizes & Pricing
4 inFrom$2.50
1 galFrom$6.95
Seed PackFrom$2.99
Fresh this week. Last restocked Jun 25.
LightFull Sun
WaterLow
Mature size0.5-1 feet × 0.5-1 feet
About Thyme
Common thyme (Thymus vulgaris) is a low-growing Mediterranean perennial herb with tiny aromatic leaves and small pink to lavender spring flowers. In NE Florida, it performs best as a cool-season herb planted in fall or early spring, grown in well-drained soil with full sun and minimal irrigation. Starting at $2.50.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- White, Pink, Purple
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Alkaline, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season. Handles summer heat well once established.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Light
Plant in full sun (6–8 hours daily); thyme requires maximum sun exposure for the oils that produce its aromatic flavor and to avoid fungal issues in Florida's humid climate.
Water
Water deeply only when the soil is completely dry; thyme is highly drought tolerant and will rot quickly in constantly moist or poorly drained conditions — excellent drainage is essential in NE Florida.
Soil & Fertilizer
Prefers lean, well-drained sandy or loamy soil with a pH of 6.0–8.0; minimal fertilization is needed — light compost at planting is sufficient, as over-feeding reduces the intensity of the herb's flavor.
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Common questions
Is Thyme a good plant for St. Augustine?
Thyme is a herb for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 0.5-1 feet × 0.5-1 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.