Dividing plants is a quick and simple way ... The plant needs a well-draining soil and a sunny spot in the backyard. If thyme plants don’t get enough sun, or sit too wet, they struggle to ...

Their buds will begin to shoot, which will indicate the more vigorous areas of growth, and therefore the best way of dividing up the plant. Lift the plant by loosening the surrounding soil ...

So when planning your garden, you can divide your plants into two sections, those like thyme, sage, rosemary, french tarragon and oregano that like full sun; and those that like partial shade ...