When should I plant Timjan in Zone 4a?

Start Timjan seeds indoors around Mar 10. Transplant outdoors after Apr 28. Expect first harvest around Jun 27.

What is the last frost date for Zone 4a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 4a is May 5. The first fall frost averages Oct 1, giving a 149-day growing season.

Can I grow Timjan in Zone 4a?

Yes. Timjan needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 4a has a 149-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🌿 Growing Timjan in Zone 4a

Zone 4a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Timjan in this zone. Sista frost: May 5. Första frost: Oct 1.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 10Oct 1

Season: May 5 – Oct 1 (149 dagar)

Zon4a

Sista frostMay 5

Första frostOct 1

Säsong149 dagar

Skörd80 dagar

SolFull Sol

When to Plant Timjan in Zone 4a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 10

Start Timjan seeds indoors around Mar 10 (8 veckor före sista frosten). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 14-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 28

Transplant Timjan seedlings outdoors after Apr 28. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm avstånd). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 27

First harvest approximately Jun 27 (~60 dagar from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 1). Timjan can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

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