Description
An invaluable seasoning in the kitchen, thyme has a subtle, woodsy flavor that complements a variety of foods. A staple herb of chefs, and one of the primary ingredients of bouquet garni. With very small leaves and delicate, edible flowers, thyme makes a lovely, drought-tolerant, 12-tall landscape plant; use as a low hedge around your herb or vegetable garden. An excellent container plant to enjoy indoors or out. Perennial in USDA zones 5-9. Attracts bees. Deer resistant. This packet sows up to 233 feet.
When to sow outside: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 68F.
When to start inside: RECOMMENDED.
6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 70-80F.
