Work plenty of organic matter into the soil to ensure good drainage. Cut plants back after they flower in summer to promote bushiness. The more you cut, or even shear back, the more the plants will grow. Thyme thrives in containers. Grow one plant per 6-inch pot, or groups of plants in larger containers.
Good drainage is essential for thyme.
If your soil remains mucky and wet no matter how much organic matter you pour into it, grow thyme in raised beds or containers. Thyme's reputation as an aphrodisiac goes back to Egyptian days. So if your herb garden delivers more excitement than you bargained for, don't say we didn't warn you. Inc. How things get done. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of the eHow Terms of Use and Privacy .