THYME
Approx . 100 seeds
Thymus vulgaris An old favourite. Easy to grow with a strong flavour, best used in meat and vegetable dishes. Use fresh or dried.
CHARACTERISTICS:
Height: 20cm-30cm
Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Harvest: When required
Garden Uses: Great to plant in glass house or at home.
Benefits: Culinary, medicinal and ornamental.
GROWING INSTRUCTIONS:
Starting Indoors - February-May
Sow seeds 0.5cm deep in trays or pots of moist compost, be careful not to over-water. Cover with polythene and store in a warm place at an approx. temperature of 13-16°c. Remove the polythene once germination starts. When the seedlings are strong enough to handle they can be transplanted into bigger pots or trays. Do not overcrowd the plants and keep in a warm, light position. Once all chance of frost has passed the plants can be transplanted direct into your desired location in May. Harden off first
Sowing outdoors - May-June
Row width 25cm
Sow seeds 1.5cm deep direct in growing bed. Keep the soil moist, and be careful not to over-water. Thyme prefers a sunny location. Pick the leaves as required