HERB: WINTER THYME / COMMON THYME

(THYMUS VULGARIS)

A fragrant perennial which thrives on neglect.

Used in small amounts, cooked with eggs, tomatoes and cheese, it makes an excellent addition to omelettes & chicken.

Once established it’s a low care plant, attractive to beneficial insects.

WHEN TO PLANT

Cool Climate: SEP, OCT, NOV, DEC

Temperate: SEP – MAY

Sub – Tropical: MAR – NOV

Tropical: MAR – OCT

Arid: SEP, OCT, NOV, DEC

SOIL PREFERENCES

PH 6 – 8

Tolerant of most soils.

GROWING TIPS

Thyme seed germinates in 14 – 21 days.

The fine seed is scattered on the surface of the growing medium and lightly watered in.

To keep them moist it can help to bag up the tray and leave in a warm but not hot spot.

Cut back once as it flowers and not again till the next season.

Grows woody after 3 years & is best replaced.

Easily propagated by stem cuttings.

DAYS TO HARVEST

70 – 90 Days

APPROX 500 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATED SEED 100% TASMANIAN GROWN

GROWN ORGANICALLY