When should I plant Timjan in Zone 9a?

Start Timjan seeds indoors around Jan 23. Transplant outdoors after Mar 13. Expect first harvest around May 12.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9a is Mar 20. The first fall frost averages Nov 12, giving a 237-day growing season.

Can I grow Timjan in Zone 9a?

Yes. Timjan needs 80 days to harvest. Zone 9a has a 237-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🌿 Growing Timjan in Zone 9a

Zone 9a has warm winters and an extended growing season -- excellent for heat-loving crops like Timjan. Sista frost: Mar 20. Första frost: Nov 12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Jan 23Nov 12

Season: Mar 20 – Nov 12 (237 dagar)

Zon9a

Sista frostMar 20

Första frostNov 12

Säsong237 dagar

Skörd80 dagar

SolFull Sol

When to Plant Timjan in Zone 9a

Start Seeds Indoors: Jan 23

Start Timjan seeds indoors around Jan 23 (8 veckor före sista frosten). Optimal germination temperature: 70F. Germinates in 14-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 13

Transplant Timjan seedlings outdoors after Mar 13. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm avstånd). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 12

First harvest approximately May 12 (~60 dagar from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 12). Timjan can overwinter in mild climates for continued harvest.

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