Days To Maturity:  85
Days To Germination: 10-21
Planting Depth:   1/8 inch
Spacing, Row:  15-18 inches
Spacing, Plant:  10-12 inches
Spacing, Seed: 1-1/2 inch apart
Light:  Full Sun

SOWING:  Sow seeds indoors in early spring or outdoors after all danger of frost.  Plant outdoors in full sun, 2 seeds every 3 inches.  Cover seeds with 1/8 inch of fine soil.

THINNING AND TRANSPLANTING: When 1 to 2 inches tall, thin to 10 to 12 inches apart. Transplant thinned plants.

HARVEST:  Harvest small cuttings continually through the growing season.  Harvest when flowers first begin to open, for best flavor. Store dried leaves in airtight containers.  Thyme can also be frozen for later use.

SUGGESTIONS:  Excellent plant to grow in containers.  In cold climates mulch with straw for winter protection..

English THYME (85 days)
Thymus vulgaris

Hardy Perennial. Popular ornamental landscape herb. A low growing, mound shaped aromatic plant with woody stems and gray-green leaves. Woody plant spreads to form attractive 8 to 12 inch high mounds. Topped with purple flowers in the summer that last until frost. The tubular flowers occur in clusters. Aromatic odor with pleasant taste. Aromatic leaves used to flavor meats, dressings, soups, and stews. Nice as a ground cover in dry areas. Good for borders, flower beds, and rock gardens. Makes a good winter houseplant or container plant. A favorite of chefs and gardeners. Enhances the flavor of soups, poultry, fish, and meatloaf.