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.
- Surface sow Thyme Seeds and do not cover with soil, as they need light to germinate.
- Keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged, until germination.
- Maintain a soil temperature of 18° to 21°C for optimal germination.
- Germination is in 14-21 days.
- Transplant thyme seedlings into the garden, 15 – 30cm apart.
- Can be planted in full sun or part shade, and well-drained soil.
- Needs little water once established.
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