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When to Plant German Thyme in Zone 2b

Family: Lamiaceae Herb
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Planting Schedule

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Plan your German Thyme harvest with precision. Below is the exact Zone 2b planting schedule, frost dates, and recommended companion crops.

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Crop Dates : 2b

Growing note: This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~60 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsApr 24th
Last FrostMay 15th
Transplant / Sow OutdoorsJun 19th
Harvest BeginsAug 18th
Harvest EndsAug 25th

Garden Alerts

This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~60 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.

Recommended Companions

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Borettana Onion
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James' Scarlet Intermediate Carrot
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Danvers Half Long Carrot
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Bravo Cabbage
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Parade Onion
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Garden Alerts

This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~60 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.