How to Grow Thyme Herb Plants
Perennial, Thymus vulgaris
Got the time to grow some Thyme? Sure you do! And, you will be glad you did.
With a fresh and pleasingly pungent aroma and flavor, this easy to grow herb
is poplar in the home garden because it is popular in the kitchen.
Thyme herb plants produce a profusion of tiny purplish white flowers, making
it attractive in flower beds and containers. In addition to being an attractive
flower, Thyme is also fragrant when in bloom. Growing 8-12 inches, Thyme
has grayish leaves and woody stems.
Tip: The flowers are like magnets to bees. Set containers away from
the patio door.
Propagation:
Thyme are grown from seed. Start them indoors six weeks before the last frost.
Give seedlings plenty of sun. You can also sow seeds directly into the garden.
Cover lightly with fine garden soil.
Space seeds or seedlings 8" apart.
Make sure to put this perennial somewhere in the garden where it can live
for several years without the need to replant it.
How to Grow Thyme:
Like most herbs, Thyme is easy to grow. Thyme seeds can be started indoors,
or seeded directly into your herb garden. They prefer full sun. Thyme thrives
in a variety of soils, even poor ones. They also are tolerant of dry conditions.
Water them during dry periods, once or twice per week. Add a general purpose
fertilizer once or twice a season.
Cut leaves and dry them in a cool, shady place.
Main Cooking Uses:
Thyme is no stranger to the kitchen. Uses include flavoring meats, sauces,
fish, fish chowders, soups, stews, sauces, and flavored vinegars.
Medicinal Applications:
None.
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