{"product_id":"thyme-seeds","title":"Thyme, Thymus vulgaris - Herb Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eThyme, Thymus vulgaris - Herb Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLamiaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMediterranean region\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20-30 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow; let the soil dry between waterings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight, sandy, well-drained soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimal; over-feeding reduces fragrance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The aromatic leaves season soups, stews, roasted vegetables, meats, breads and herb blends, used fresh or dried. Thyme is also a fragrant ornamental edging and a good bee plant for the garden.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Surface-sow the tiny seeds and barely cover with a fine dusting of soil, about \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;3 mm\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;, in trays or pots. Germination is slow, taking \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;14-21 days\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt;, so keep the surface lightly moist and warm. Transplant seedlings \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;20-30 cm apart\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; into free-draining pots. Begin harvesting sprigs once plants are established, around \u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;90-100 days\u0026lt;\/strong\u0026gt; from sowing, trimming regularly to keep them compact.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I sow thyme seeds in India?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow thyme in spring or autumn when the weather is mild. It prefers warm, dry conditions for germination and growth, so avoid sowing during the heavy monsoon when seeds may rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs thyme a good herb to grow in containers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, thyme is excellent in pots. Use a sandy, free-draining mix in a sunny spot and water sparingly. Pots also let you shelter it from heavy monsoon rain, which it dislikes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51051895423222,"sku":"SED-HRB-THYME-001","price":74.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/nurserylive-seeds-thyme-thymus-vulgaris-herb-seeds-16969124053132.jpg?v=1782714041","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/thyme-seeds","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}