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Lemon Thyme · Lemon Thyme

Zone 2a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Lemon Thyme to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 30th
Last FrostMay 25th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJul 6th
Harvest BeginsSep 4th
Harvest EndsAug 29th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 50°F and nights stay above 40°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 7 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity60
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitSpreading
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)50
Min Night Temp (°F)40
Harden Off (days)7
Expert Note: Start lemon thyme early indoors, then harden well and transplant only after nights stay reliably warm for rapid root establishment.