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When to Plant German Thyme in Zone 4b

Family: Lamiaceae Herb
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Planting Schedule

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Crop Dates : 4b

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 22nd
Last FrostMay 13th
Transplant / Sow OutdoorsJun 17th
Harvest BeginsAug 16th
Harvest EndsSep 27th

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.

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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.