How to Water Thyme Plants

Overview

Thyme is a familiar cooking herb. There are over 400 species of thyme, yet the common variety is the one typically used as a seasoning. Thyme is grown as a fragrant ground covering. Each plant grows between 6 and 12-inches tall and will spread out more than a foot. Thyme does not tolerate moist, soggy soil and needs a well draining soil and plenty of sunshine. It is a drought resistant plant and in some areas can survive with infrequent watering.

Step 1

Schedule your watering for the morning.

Step 2

Touch the soil beneath the plant to test for dryness. If the soil is dry it needs to be watered. If it is moist or damp, do not water.

Step 3

Attach the sprayer attachment to your hose.

Step 4

Wet the soil beneath the plant with the hose, gently running the water. Water until the soil is moist, yet not soggy. The soil should be moist to a depth of 2 to 4 inches.