Thyme

Hardy and intensely aromatic. Thrives in poor, dry soil with full sun — one of the easiest herbs to grow.

Sprouting this month

First sprouts in 14–21 days

Sow

Feb – May

Plant Out

Apr – May

Harvest

May – Oct

Type

Outdoor

Difficulty

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Sow

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This month: Apr

Start seeds indoors this week

•Fill tray with compost
•Sow seeds evenly
•Cover lightly with soil
•Water gently
•Place in warm light spot

Sowing Guide

What you'd find on the seed packet

Sow Depth

3mm

Spacing

30cm

Germination

14–21days

Thinning

Thin to one plant per 30cm

Grower's Note

Surface sow and press lightly — thyme needs light to germinate. Do not cover seeds deeply.

Growing Stages

Approximate weeks from sowing to harvest

Sprouting

2wks

Seeds germinate and first leaves emerge. Keep warm and moist.

Establishing

6wks

Root system develops and plant builds structure. Pot on if needed.

Maturing

8wks

Plant reaches full size and begins producing. Harvest at peak.

Total~16 weeksfrom seed to harvest

Companion Plants

CarrotLettuceTomatoKaleCourgette

Climate Control

Today

—C

Humidity

—%

Water

Every 3–4 days

Sunlight

6+ hours direct sun

Watch Out For

! Poor drainage causes root rot in winter
! Old woody plants become unproductive — replace every 3–4 years
! Botrytis in wet, cold conditions — improve airflow

What You'll Need

Equipment for growing thyme

Modular Seed Tray

96-cell for precision sowing

Fine Rose Watering Can

Gentle shower for seedlings

Bamboo Canes

Pack of 20 × 120cm

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Thyme

Growing Calendar

Sowing Guide

Growing Stages

Companion Plants

Climate Control

Watch Out For

What You'll Need

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