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Many varieties thrive in small spaces, vertical gardens, and even windowsills, making them perfect for any setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore the Herbs \u0026amp; Companion Plants collection at Garden Express Australia and start growing your own fresh, homegrown flavours today!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"creeping-rosemary","title":"Creeping Rosemary","description":"\u003cp\u003eA versatile prostrate shrub, Creeping Rosemary is an easy to grow shrub that features soft needle shaped foliage and beautiful pale blue flowers during the cooler months, making it a wonderful plant for attracting pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn excellent choice to grow over an embankment or trailing over rocks, Creeping Rosemary will make a quality low hedge or border with the added bonus of the aromatic edible and medicinal qualities of this attractive plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA versatile edible herb with good aroma, Rosemary is great for flavouring lamb, beef, poultry vegetable and stuffings. Extremely ornamental, Rosemary is ideal for use in garden beds, as a low hedge and container planting. Thrives in all positions in the garden, well drained soil, and will tolerate drought and coastal conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garden Express Australia","offers":[{"title":"50mm Pot","offer_id":53828192567480,"sku":"LPOCREROS","price":6.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"68mm Pot","offer_id":53828192600248,"sku":"P68CREROS","price":9.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/0805\/2920\/files\/tree-lpocreros-creeping-rosemary.jpg?v=1785384037"},{"product_id":"creeping-red-thyme","title":"Creeping Red Thyme","description":"\u003cp\u003eCarpeting the ground with masses of stunning flowers in Summer, Creeping Red Thyme is versatile and hardy groundcover. 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Creeping Red Thyme is a sun lover and is ideal for stone walls, rockeries, borders and container planting, not to mention it is a wonderful addition to the herb garden where it adds a wonderful flavour to a wide variety of dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThyme has been used medicinally for aeons as it is full of antioxidants and has been used for cleansing and purifying since the beginning of civilisation. 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Its aromatic foliage is not only attractive but also edible, offering a distinctive flavour perfect for seasoning lamb, beef, poultry, vegetables, and stuffing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA truly versatile herb, Rosemary thrives in well-drained soil and performs well in garden beds, containers, and coastal or drought-prone areas. 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This evergreen, edible herb is virtually maintenance free and delivers both beauty and performance, making it an excellent choice for a wide range of garden uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith its tight, mat-forming growth habit, Creeping Thyme is ideal as a lawn alternative and performs exceptionally well planted between pavers and stepping stones, where its distinct fragrance is released when walked on. The foliage tolerates light foot traffic, responds well to mowing, and remains attractive year-round.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHighly drought tolerant once established, Creeping Thyme thrives in poor but well-drained soils and prefers a full sun position. It is perfectly suited to rockeries, stone walls, borders, and container planting, while also being a valuable addition to the herb garden, adding flavour and aroma to a wide variety of dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsed medicinally for centuries, Thyme is rich in antioxidants and has long been valued for its cleansing and purifying properties. 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