Thyme English HEIRLOOM Seeds

Thymus vulgaris

Item #5045

Perennial. An invaluable seasoning in the kitchen, thyme has a subtle, woodsy flavor that complements a variety of foods. A staple herb of chefs and one of the primary ingredients of "bouquet garni". With very small leaves and delicate, edible flowers, this thyme also makes a lovely 12" tall landscape plant; use as a low hedge around your herb or vegetable garden. An excellent container plant to enjoy indoors or out. Perennial in USDA zones 5 and warmer.

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Perennial

Full Sun

6"-12" tall
and wide

Days to Emerge:
10-15 days

Seed Depth:
1/8"

Seed Spacing:
a group of
5 seeds
every 10"

Row Spacing:
12"

Thinning:
When 1" tall,
thin to 1
every 10"

When to sow outside: 1 to 2 weeks after average last frost and when temperatures are warm.

When to start inside: 8 weeks before average last frost.

Harvesting: Pick sprigs as you need them. Shear the whole plant 4" above ground if growth is spindly; new growth will be denser. Do not cut into the woody part or prune heavily in fall; it may adversely affect winter hardiness.