Decorative and aromatic this low growing herb is traditonally used in coking. With pretty pink tiny flowers in summer which are loved by bees.
 
Nutritional Values, Thyme contains high amounts of Vitamin C, A and Iron
Can also be grown in a put on the windowsill.
 
When to Sow: Feb - May
 
HOW TO SOW:
Sow in Pots - Surface sow onto moist compost and cover with a sprinkle of soil. Idea temp 10-15°C. Transplant when large enough to handle. Harden off and plant out when dager of frost has passed.
Sow Direct - Into Pre watered shallow drills in a prepared seed bed. Plant out into final positions 20cm apart when they are a sustantial size and have a good rootball.
 
Classification: Hardy Perennial
Group: Herbs
Easy To grow
 
Germination Time: 2-4 Weeks
Harvest Time: Jan- Dec
Site: Full Sun
Soil Type: Chalk/ Sand/ Loam
Soil Acidity: All Types
Moisture: Well drained
Care: Pinch out groeing tops to encourange branching.
Use: Edible
Harvest : Only harvest a small amount in year 1. From year 2 cut as required.
 
Days to Maturity: N/A
Feed:No special requirements
Height:15-20cm
Plant Spacing: 20cm