Overview
Thymus 'Archers Gold' is a bushy, matforming herb in the genus Thymus, part of the Lamiaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Thymus 'Archers Gold' grows best in full sun, and tolerates well-drained and sandy or loamy soils and neutral to alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include rock gardens, borders, groundcover and herb gardens.
About
Thymus 'Archers Gold' (Archers Gold Thyme) is a hardy herbaceous groundcover belonging to the genus Thymus in the Lamiaceae family. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers a south-facing aspect with well-drained, sandy or loamy soil that is neutral to alkaline in pH. It tolerates dry to medium soil moisture and is drought tolerant once established. Suitable for rock gardens, borders, and herb gardens, it is aromatic with a thyme scent. Pruning after flowering helps maintain its shape and encourages bushiness.
About the genus
The genus Thymus contains about 350 species of aromatic perennial herbaceous plants and subshrubs in the family Lamiaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean area of Europe, North Africa and Turkey.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Thymus
- Sunlight
- full sun
- Soil type
- well-drained, sandy or loamy
- Soil pH
- neutral to alkaline
- Soil moisture
- dry to medium
- Aspect
- south-facing
- Exposure
- sheltered to exposed
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Thymus 'Archers Gold' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- herb, groundcover
- Habit
- Bushy, Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- rock gardens, borders, groundcover, herb gardens
- Fragrance
- aromatic, thyme-scented
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Thymus 'Archers Gold'
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil and full sun; avoid waterlogging; drought tolerant once established.
- Pruning
- Trim after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness.
- Propagation
- cuttings, division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Thymus 'Archers Gold'?
Prefers well-drained soil and full sun; avoid waterlogging; drought tolerant once established.
Where is the best place to plant Thymus 'Archers Gold'?
Thymus 'Archers Gold' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered to exposed positions.
What soil does Thymus 'Archers Gold' need?
Thymus 'Archers Gold' grows best in well-drained and sandy or loamy soil. It prefers neutral to alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays dry to medium.
How do I prune Thymus 'Archers Gold'?
Trim after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness.
Is Thymus 'Archers Gold' hardy in the UK?
Thymus 'Archers Gold' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Thymus 'Archers Gold'?
Cuttings, division.
