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25 Thyme, Varico 2

  • Scientific name: Thymus vulgaris
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  • Ideal planting time: Feb
  • Perennial in zones 4-9. Approximate days until harvest: 90
  • Seed supplier: Adaptive Seeds

Growing & Seed Saving Tips

From Adaptive Seeds:

“Sow indoors for transplant 8-10 weeks before last frost by pressing seeds shallowly into soil. Germination may be slow and erratic, and usually occurs in 14 – 21 days when soil temperatures are 65˚F. Transplant to 6″-10” apart in full sun. Perennial.

Seed Saving

Cut seedheads when seeds are dry, thresh by hand, screen and winnow to clean. Some cross-pollination may occur, isolate from varieties of the same species by 1/4 mile.”

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