Herb Thyme - Perennial

When to Sow Thyme Seeds

February to May

Where to Sow

Sow seeds underglass 0.5cm (¼") deep, in small trays of compost and lightly cover the seeds with a sprinkling of compost , and place at a temperature of 15-20°C . Alternatively sow direct outside in April and May into shallow seed drills.

What to do next

Prick out seedlings individually to 8cm (3") pots, once large enough to handle. Grow on in cooler conditions , then gradually harden off plants in a cold frame before planting out after risk of frost has passed. Transplant to final positions 30cm (12in) apart or into larger containers, or grow a few in pots on a light windowsill all year round. Direct sown seedlings can be thinned to 15cm (6in) apart then lifted and transplanted to final positions once large enough to handle.

Harvest

All year round

Handy Tip

Give plants cloche protection or lift a clump and pot up and bring under cover in autumn to allow picking into winter.

Nutritional Values

Thyme contains high amounts of Vitamin C, A and Iron.