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German Winter · Thyme

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Planting Schedule

Add German Winter to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsJan 26th
Last FrostMar 23rd
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMar 23rd
Harvest BeginsMar 23rd
Harvest EndsNov 12th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 45°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 7 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity365
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)45
Min Night Temp (°F)28
Harden Off (days)7
Expert Note: For thyme (especially hardy/cold-tolerant types), start indoors for uniform plants, then transplant only when nights are reliably above freezing and harden off well.