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Coccineus Thyme · Creeping Thyme

Zone 7b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Coccineus Thyme to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsFeb 27th
Last FrostApr 10th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsApr 10th
Harvest BeginsAug 8th
Harvest EndsOct 28th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 50°F and nights stay above 40°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 7 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity120
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitSpreading
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthSurface
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)50
Min Night Temp (°F)40
Harden Off (days)7
Expert Note: For fastest establishment, start indoors lightly, then transplant into very well-drained soil once frosts are over (thymus dislikes wet, cold roots).