Thyme produces attractive bushy plants with tiny grey-green leaves. Not only used to flavor most meat, fish, and vegetable dishes, this versatile herb can also be used as a plant for rock gardens and edging.
SKU: 139787
Growing Information
Grows Best In:
Full sun
Days to Germination:
7 to 21 days
Water Needs:
Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Days to Maturity:
85 days
Best Container Size:
12"+
Growing Height:
30 cm (12")
Key Features
Plant Type: Herb
Botanical Name: Thymus vulgaris
Fill Weight (grams): 0.2
Approximate Seed Count: 675-700
Seed Type: Heirloom
Water Needs: Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Growth Habit: Perennial Zone 4
Flavor: Subtle minty flavor
Preparation Ideas: Thyme is most often added to poulty stuffings or soups. Also great added or egg dishes or paired with fresh tomatoes.
Instructions
Start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost. Transplant to garden when soil is warm. A perfect variety for an indoor herb garden.
Planting Depth: 6 mm (1/4")
Plant Spacing: 30 cm (12")
Row Spacing: 30 cm (12")
Suggestions
For drying leaves, cut entire plant to 2 inches above the ground just before it flowers in the early summer. Dry leaves in the shade.