Open Pollinated Winter Thyme is a variety of Thymus vulgaris that presents interesting characteristics for gardeners and aromatic herb lovers.
Description:
Winter Thyme is a fast-growing plant with small, very aromatic leaves.
Its taste is slightly bitter and peppery.
It can reach a height of around 30 cm and tolerates drought well.
Like oregano, thyme keeps very well once dried.
It is ideal for gardening, growing in pots and preparing dry herbs.
Culture:
To sow thyme seeds, start about 6 to 8 weeks before the expected last frost date.
Thyme seeds are tiny, so sprinkle them lightly on top of a well-draining seedling mix and press down lightly.
Keep the soil moist but not soggy.
Once the young plants have developed a few leaves, you can transplant them outdoors or into individual pots.
Choose a sunny location for your thyme plants, as they thrive in full sun.
The soil should be well draining and tolerate a pH of 6.0 to 8.0.
Thyme is relatively tolerant of poor soils, making it an excellent choice for rocky or less fertile areas.
Transplant young plants outdoors after the last frost date when the soil has warmed.
Space plants about 12 to 18 inches apart so they can spread as they grow.
Thyme prefers a humidity level of dry to moderately humid, so be careful not to overwater.
Once established, water plants only when the soil is dry to the touch.
