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Buy 5 Items & Get 1 FREE: add any 6 items to your cart & use code "BUY5GET1" at checkout Common Thyme (Genus Thymus)- Organic - 200 Seeds Common Thyme is a cold hardy perennial that grows as a trailing shrub. It develops sage-green leaves producing earthy, floral flavor similar to rosemaryas it is an evergreen member of the mint family! Organic thyme produces an aromatic oil called thymolwhich not only helps protect neighboring plants, but can also be extracted to make an antiseptic herbal remedy! The minty flowers of Organic Common Thyme also attract beneficial pollinators, while repelling unwanted pests. The dried or fresh sage-green leaves of Organic Common Thyme is a popular aromatic addition to many dishes. From roasted potatoes to cookies, organic thyme provides versatile flavoradding minty, earthy & floral notes to a wide range of cooking! The springs of organic thyme are also used to flavor refreshing beverages such as lemonade. Braise dried thyme with meats to enhance savory dishes. Seeding best started indoors in a flat where temperature can be kept around 70o. Gently scatter seeds over the soil in the container you will be planting thyme seeds. Next, gently sprinkle soil over the seeds. Water thoroughly. Cover with plastic wrap. Place the container in a warm location. Seeds will germinate in 1 to 12 weeks. Once thyme seedlings are 3-4 inches high, plant them where you will be growing thyme in your garden. For small gardens, space plants about 9 inches apart, for field production space plants 12-18 inches apart in rows 3 feet apart. Thyme prefers a sandy, dry soil. Avoid planting in heavy, wet soils. Life Cycle: Perennial Hardiness Zones:5-9 Soil Preference: Moderately rich, dry & well-drained Temp Preference: Warm Light Preference: Full sun Seed Planting Depth:1/4" Seed Plant Spacing:12-18" Days to Maturity:80-90+ Thyme, Organic, 200 Seeds, Medicinal & Culinary Herb Seeds Cuisine Spice Heirloom Non-Gmo Us Farm Free Shipping Smilingseeds
