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German Thyme · Thyme

Zone 1b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add German Thyme to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMay 11th
Last FrostJun 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJul 6th
Harvest BeginsSep 4th
Harvest EndsAug 1st

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 45°F and nights stay above 35°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 7 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity60
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)45
Min Night Temp (°F)35
Harden Off (days)7
Expert Note: Start indoors early and transplant only after nights are reliably warm enough to avoid slow, stressed growth, then keep plants on the drier side to prevent rot.