Thyme Herb Seeds For Planting (Thymus vulgaris)
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basic information
Thyme Herb (Thymus vulgaris) is a versatile, aromatic perennial with small, gray-green leaves and a robust, earthy flavor. Ideal for culinary use, it enhances soups, stews, meats, and vegetables with its warm, slightly minty notes. Rich in antioxidants and vitamins, thyme also offers potential health benefits, including immune support. Perfect for fresh or dried applications, this Mediterranean herb thrives in various climates, making it a staple for home cooks and gardeners alike.
Seed Count
500 SEEDS
Open Pollinated
YES
Pollinator Friendly
NO
Heirloom
YES
Untreated
YES
Non-GMO
YES
How To Grow
GROWER TIP: Thyme can be started and grown indoors or outdoors. If started inside, sow in a substrate / soil mix 6 to 8 weeks prior to the last frost. Surface sow as the seeds are tiny and need light to germinate. Transplant or direct sow in the garden when temperatures are 65F or more. Snip young plants to encourage branching around 8 weeks.
SEED PREP
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SOWING DEPTH
Surface sow
LIGHT PREFERENCE
Full sunlight
SOIL CONDITIONS
Prefers sandy or loamy soils
MOISTURE NEEDS
Water when dry
GERMINATION
Sprouts in 14 to 28 days
PLANT HEIGHT
18" tall
PLANT WIDTH
12" to 16" spread
PLANT SPACING
Space plants 8" to 12" apart
REPELS INSECTS
Cabbage worms, whiteflies
HERB USES
Culinary and medicinal
SEASON
Perennial herb
SCIENTIFIC NAME
Thymus vulgaris
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Very easy to germinate.
PLANT SETTING
Grow in pots to save space
