Winter Thyme – 100 Seeds

Winter Thyme (Thymus vulgaris ‘german winter’) is also known as German Thyme. Good flavor and yield. Classic culinary and ornamental herb. Small, round to needle-shaped evergreen leaves on woody stems. Mulch in cold winter climates.

It produces dainty, flavorful leaves that are excellent used for cooking or for tea. Harvest as needed and cut back to about 1cm two or three times per season to encourage thicker growth. Easily dried for long-term storage. Plant is perennial in regions with mild winters.

Winter Thyme Culinary Uses

Commonly used for seasoning meats, fish, poultry, soups and vegetables.

Growing Winter Thyme

Indoor Sowing: Winter.

Direct Sowing: Autumn.

• Direct sow Thyme Seeds in autumn.
• Alternatively sow seeds into seed trays in a protected environment or greenhouse during winter.
• In South Africa plant seedlings in late August to early September after the last frost.
• Tolerates poor soil, heat, and drought.
• Does best in light, well-drained soil.
• Allow soil to dry between thorough waterings.
• Harvest before flowers open.