When should I plant Θυμάρι in Zone 5a?

Start Θυμάρι seeds indoors around Mar 3. Transplant outdoors after Apr 21. Expect first harvest around Jun 20.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 5a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Θυμάρι in Zone 5a?

Yes. Θυμάρι needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 5a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🌿 Growing Θυμάρι in Zone 5a

Zone 5a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Θυμάρι in this zone. Τελευταίος παγετός: Apr 28. Πρώτος παγετός: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 3Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 ημέρες)

Ζώνη5a

Τελευταίος παγετόςApr 28

Πρώτος παγετόςOct 8

Περίοδος163 ημέρες

Συγκομιδή80 ημέρες

ΉλιοςΠλήρης Ήλιος

When to Plant Θυμάρι in Zone 5a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 3

Start Θυμάρι seeds indoors around Mar 3 (8 εβδομάδες πριν τον τελευταίο παγετό). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 14-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 21

Transplant Θυμάρι seedlings outdoors after Apr 21. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 4/μ² (15cm απόσταση). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 20

First harvest approximately Jun 20 (~60 ημέρες from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8). Θυμάρι can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

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