thyme

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris 'Argenteus') likes soil that stays consistently moist, so it's important to water regularly. Aim to water thyme every 3-4 days. Water it at the base of the plant and try not to wet the foliage too much. During the summer months, watering the plant more often may be needed. When doing this, check the soil to make sure it's still slightly damp and not totally dry. If the soil is dry, it's time to water. Never let the soil get completely dry. Additionally, be mindful of how much you are watering to prevent overwatering, as excess water can cause the plant's roots to rot.

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris 'Argenteus') is a sun loving plant and needs at least 6-8 hours of full sun each day during its growing season to thrive. During peak summer months (late spring through early fall) plants should be placed in an area where they will receive direct sunlight for most of the day. In the cooler winter months, they may need less direct exposure. When grown indoors or in a greenhouse, a strong artificial light source should be used to provide the needed light.

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris 'Argenteus') can be pruned when it begins to become overgrown or leggy, which generally occurs in mid-spring once the plant has finished flowering. This can be done to shape the plant and invigorate it for the upcoming growing season. It should be pruned by removing up to a third of the branches and stems, always making sure that each branch is pruned back to a point where there is still some healthy growth. This should be done with clean, sharp pruners. After this initial pruning, thyme can then be trimmed back more lightly throughout the growing season to keep the plant compact and bushy.