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Common Thyme · Thyme

Zone 2a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Common Thyme to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 30th
Last FrostMay 25th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 25th
Harvest BeginsJul 24th
Harvest EndsAug 29th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 45°F and nights stay above 40°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 7 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity60
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitShrub
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)45
Min Night Temp (°F)40
Harden Off (days)7
Expert Note: Start thyme seed indoors early for best emergence, then transplant after frost when nights are consistently mild to avoid stalling young plants.