How long does it take to grow Thyme?

Thyme takes approximately 80 days from planting to harvest.

How much sun does Thyme need?

Thyme requires full sun (6+ hours direct sunlight per day).

Plant Thyme at 4/sqft (6" apart) using square foot gardening spacing.

Thyme is tolerant of moderate frost.

Thyme seeds germinate in 14-21 days at an optimal temperature of 70°F.

Start Thyme seeds indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant -1 weeks after last frost.

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Lamiaceae family

Days to Harvest80 days

SunlightFull Sun

Frost ToleranceModerate

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

Germination14-21 days

HardinessHardy

Germ. Temp70°F

Start Indoors8 weeks before last frost

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