Thyme
Thyme · Common
Open Pollinated
Thymus vulgaris
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Lamiaceae (Mint family) · Genus: Thymus
Characteristics
Color
Green
Flavor
Spicy / Pungent
Intended Use
Drying / SpiceFresh / SaladLeaf HarvestOrnamentalRoastingSauce / Paste
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Perennial zone 5+
Annual below
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Hardiness
Cool-Season/Hardy
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Dry Out Between Waterings
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Germination
8–30 days
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Days to Maturity
70–90 days
Plant Height
6–12 in
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
6-8 Weeks Before Last Frost
Transplant
0-2 Weeks After Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Spring)
0-2 Weeks After Last Frost
Planting Depth
0–1/4 in
Seed Spacing
8–12 in
Row Spacing
12–18 in
Thin To
8–12 in
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Container Friendly
Yes
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Optimal Soil Temp
60–75 °F
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Air Temp
-10 °F
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