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Orange Thyme · Thyme

Zone 6a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Orange Thyme to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 27th
Last FrostMay 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJun 19th
Harvest BeginsAug 18th
Harvest EndsOct 10th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 60°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 7 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity60
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthSurface
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)7
Expert Note: Harden seedlings well and plant in sharply draining soil; thyme quickly declines in cold, wet conditions.