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When to Plant Elfin Thyme in Zone 3a

Family: Lamiaceae Herb
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Planting Schedule

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Plan your Elfin Thyme harvest with precision. Below is the exact Zone 3a planting schedule, frost dates, and recommended companion crops.

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Crop Dates : 3a

Growing note: This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~120 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsApr 3rd
Last FrostMay 15th
Transplant / Sow OutdoorsJul 3rd
Harvest BeginsOct 31st
Harvest EndsSep 1st

Garden Alerts

This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~120 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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Garden Alerts

This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~120 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.