When should I plant Timijan in Zone 5a?

Start Timijan 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 Timijan in Zone 5a?

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

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🌿 Growing Timijan in Zone 5a

Zone 5a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Timijan in this zone. Zadnja slana: Apr 28. Prva slana: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 3Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 dni)

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Zadnja slanaApr 28

Prva slanaOct 8

Sezona163 dni

Žetev80 dni

SoncePolno Sonce

When to Plant Timijan in Zone 5a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 3

Start Timijan seeds indoors around Mar 3 (8 tednov pred zadnjo zmrzaljo). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 14-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 21

Transplant Timijan seedlings outdoors after Apr 21. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm narazen). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 20

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

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