French Thyme

French Thyme, also known as Summer Thyme, is hardy to zone 6, maybe zone 5 with some protection. The upright stems with small gray-green leaves are very aromatic and said to be the most flavorful of all the thymes and the variety preferred by chefs.  

50 seeds

PLANTING

Thymus vulgaris

Perennial zone 5 -9

Germination:  10-21 days

Seed Planting Depth: on the surface, lightly cover

Starting Indoors/Outdoors:  Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Provide 65-75 degree soil temperature.Transplant 10-12" apart. Sow outdoors in the spring  1-2 weeks before last frost, a few seeds every 2-3", thin to 10-12" apart.

Light Needs:  Full sun 

Soil Needs:  French Thyme needs average, well-drained soil

Uses: Culinary, medicinal, ornamental, attracts bees and beneficals