SproutSmart
SproutSmart Intelligent Garden Sowing

Creeping Thyme · Creeping Thyme

Planting Schedule

Add Creeping Thyme to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsFeb 27th
Last FrostApr 10th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 22nd
Harvest BeginsMay 21st
Harvest EndsOct 28th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 35°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 7 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity730
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitSpreading
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthSurface
Germination Temp (°F)65
Min Soil Temp (°F)40
Min Night Temp (°F)35
Harden Off (days)7
Expert Note: For best ground-cover establishment, start indoors lightly (or sow on the surface), then plant into warm, well-drained soil and keep seedlings evenly moist until they knit together.