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When to Plant German Thyme in Zone 6a

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 6a planting schedule, frost dates, and recommended companion crops.

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Crop Dates : 6a

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 10th
Last FrostMay 1st
Transplant / Sow OutdoorsJun 5th
Harvest BeginsAug 4th
Harvest EndsOct 10th

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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Cipollini 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.