About thyme
A distinctive aromatic plant, thyme has expectorant properties. Excess moisture hinders germination. Plant height: 30 cm.
Growing tips for thyme
Family
Lamiaceae (Thyme)
Number of seeds
± 150
Growing cycle
Perennial
Suggested sowing
Interior
Suggested time*
end of March
Ideal germination temperature
From 15 to 21℃
Germination time
4 to 10 days
Sowing depth
Three times the size of the seed.
Seed storage
In a dry place away from light.
Seed shelf life
5 years minimum
Exposure
partial shade|sun
Days to maturity*
80 days
Distance between plants
8-12 inches
*The suggested time concerns zone 4b. For zone 5 you can start 2 weeks earlier and in zone 3 delay by 2 weeks. The number of days indicated is calculated from planting in the garden.
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