If you're looking for the secret to growing healthy Mediterranean herbs and other plants that like their potting mix on the alkaline side -- then get yourself a bag of Mediterranea Soil-less Potting Mix, exclusively available at Thyme Square.

Mediterranea's high-pH formulation makes it ideal for herbs like rosemary, thyme, Greek oregano, Vietnamese coriander, bay laurel, lavender, lemon balm, marjoram, and mint. Thyme Square grows all these herbs organically in the heat and humidity of Quezon City -- and that says a lot about how using Mediterranea can make a big difference.

Of course, another important thing to remember when growing Mediterranean herbs is to never over-water your plants. Water only when the potting mix is dry, up to an inch beneath the surface. Pots should also be sheltered from the rain, but given lots of direct sunlight and air circulation. (Growing them under eaves or awnings is a good solution.) Always water in the morning; watering too late in the day could leave the plants wet overnight and cause disease or root rot. Remember, these plants do not grow naturally in the tropics -- so prolonged high humidity is something they cannot tolerate.

It's also advisable to keep your Mediterranean herbs in clay (not plastic or ceramic) pots with drainage holes. Mediterranea is formulated to keep moisture retention minimal. Combined with proper watering, the right container with adequate drainage, lots of sunlight, and ventilation -- you're on your way to successful kitchen gardening with Mediterranean herbs.

For those living too far away from Thyme Square, you can use Enrico amended with some agricultural lime (crushed limestone) instead. 

Exclusively at Thyme Square
18 liters  - Php 169.75
6 liters -            59.75
2 liters -            22.75