Is the plant on this design actually thyme?

Yes, a branching thyme sprig with small paired leaves, drawn in two greens.

Would a cook like it?

Yes. The pun works for anyone who grows or cooks with herbs, not only gardeners.

Is the design on both sides of the mug?

Yes. The design is printed on both sides, so it faces out whether the mug is held in the left hand or the right.

Thyme Well Spent Mug

$17.99

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Free replacement if it arrives misprinted or damaged

About this design

Some puns earn a groan. This one is simply correct: time in the garden really is thyme well spent. It's for herb growers, kitchen gardeners and anyone who smiles at a good plant pun.

A hand-drawn thyme sprig, tiny paired leaves branching off a central stem in two greens, sits in the middle of a round badge over a pale cream sunburst. “THYME WELL SPENT” rings the top in deep green and “IN THE GARDEN” curves below in terracotta. It's earthy and gentle, more garden center than gag gift.

Fill the mug with herbal tea, possibly picked from the garden itself.

Who it's for

A mom with a windowsill herb box, a grandmother who cooks with what she grows, or a garden club friend would all enjoy it. Consider it for Mother's Day, a spring birthday or a housewarming with a new yard.

Find more like it in Gardening & homestead.

About the mug

11 oz glossy ceramic mug with the design printed on both sides, so it shows whichever hand holds it. Dishwasher and microwave safe.

Care

Top-rack dishwasher safe. Hand washing keeps the print bright the longest.

Questions

Is the plant on this design actually thyme?: Yes, a branching thyme sprig with small paired leaves, drawn in two greens.
Would a cook like it?: Yes. The pun works for anyone who grows or cooks with herbs, not only gardeners.
Is the design on both sides of the mug?: Yes. The design is printed on both sides, so it faces out whether the mug is held in the left hand or the right.