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German Thyme · Thyme

Zone 9a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add German Thyme to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsFeb 13th
Last FrostMar 6th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsApr 10th
Harvest BeginsJun 9th
Harvest EndsNov 26th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 45°F and nights stay above 35°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 7 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity60
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)45
Min Night Temp (°F)35
Harden Off (days)7
Expert Note: Start indoors early and transplant only after nights are reliably warm enough to avoid slow, stressed growth, then keep plants on the drier side to prevent rot.