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: 142223
Growing Information
Days to Germination:
7 to 21 days
Days to Maturity:
85 days
Best Container Size:
12"+
Growing Height:
30 cm (12")
Key Features
Product Weight: approximately 800-900 seeds
Flavor: Pungent with a subtle, dry aroma and slightly minty flavor
Preparation Ideas: Especially flavorful in clam chowder and other soups, stews and meats.
Seed Type: Heirloom
Plant Type: Herb
Latin Name: Thymus vulgaris
Growth Type: Perennial Zone 4
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")
Plantling 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.