{"product_id":"thyme-live-plant","title":"Thyme Live Plant","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"mt-6 mb-2 font-semibold text-xl\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eLive Organic Thyme Plant - Thymus vulgaris | Culinary Herb for Indoor \u0026amp; Outdoor Gardens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring home the ultimate kitchen staple! This fragrant, hardy\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eThyme\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eplant is a must-have for every cook and gardener. With tiny, highly aromatic leaves and a low-maintenance habit, it's perfect for windowsills, patios, raised beds, and herb gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore than just beautiful, this is a perennial that keeps on giving — harvest fresh sprigs all year long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-inside list-disc whitespace-normal [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;li]:ps-6\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eIncredible Flavor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEarthy, lemony, and slightly minty - essential for roasts, soups, breads, marinades, and teas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eBeginner-Friendly \u0026amp; Hardy:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDrought-tolerant, pest-resistant, and thrives on a little neglect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\"\u003ePollinator Magnet:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProduces delicate lilac-white flowers that bees and butterflies love.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eLive Plant, Ready to Grow:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eArrives as a healthy, well-rooted plant in soil, ready to pot up or plant out. Not a seed — get harvests in weeks, not months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"mt-6 mb-2 font-semibold text-lg\"\u003eGrowing Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThyme loves sun and hates wet feet. That's the secret.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\"\u003e1. Outdoor Growing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-inside list-disc whitespace-normal [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;li]:ps-6\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFull sun - needs 6-8 hours of direct sun daily. This is essential for the best flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWell-draining, sandy, even rocky soil is perfect. If you have heavy clay (common in Florida), plant in a raised bed or container. pH 6.0 - 8.0.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWater deeply after planting, then let the soil dry out between waterings. Overwatering is the #1 killer. Once established, it's very drought tolerant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSpace 12-18 inches apart. It will grow into a lovely 6-12 inch tall mounding groundcover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eFlorida Tip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThyme thrives in our heat but appreciates afternoon shade in peak summer and excellent airflow. Perfect for containers on the patio where you can control drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\"\u003e2. Indoor Growing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list-inside list-disc whitespace-normal [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;li]:ps-6\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBrightest window you have - south-facing is best. If leaves start stretching, it needs more light. A small grow light works great in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\"\u003ePot \u0026amp; Soil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMust have drainage holes! Use a cactus\/succulent mix or potting soil mixed with extra perlite\/sand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eLess is more. Water only when the top 1-2 inches of soil are completely dry. Never let it sit in water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-1 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:inline\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"font-semibold\"\u003eHarvest Often:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRegular trimming keeps it bushy and prevents it from getting woody. Never remove more than 1\/3 of the plant at once.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Wild Fern Apothecary","offers":[{"title":"6 Cell Nursery","offer_id":49154531393636,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Small","offer_id":49154531426404,"sku":null,"price":3.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":49154531459172,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/3276\/9892\/files\/image_5707e541-410d-4c05-a98b-010dc53f3f34.png?v=1788561846","url":"https:\/\/wildfernapothecary.com\/products\/thyme-live-plant","provider":"Wild Fern Apothecary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}